Festive Season · BERLIN CHRISTMAS TOURS
This is the shortlist you would send a friend: 11 berlin christmas tours worth the money, each with its price, its traveller verdict and the one thing to know before you commit.
Explore Berlin’s Christmas markets, landmarks, Glühwein, and local traditions on a three-hour walking tour for $25.22.
“Our guide, Alex, took us to Spandau where we saw a lovely medieval old town and church. The Christmas market was different from those in Berlin. We also went to Charlottenburg castle and Christmas market. Alex was very knowledgeable of historical facts and flavor. I highly recommend this tour.”
Taste Berlin Christmas classics across three markets, from Glühwein and raclette to bratwurst, with a small-group local guide.
“First food stop not bad, downhill from there on - v small “taster” portion of cake, lots of standing around, nearly two hour period walking to library (?) & on tram (fare not included) with no food. Then dumplings & sausage roll & that was it! V little explanation of local market history”
Berlin winter Spree cruise review: compare views, warmth, mulled wine, seating, Christmas atmosphere, price, and practical tips before booking.
“De kunde ha berättat vad vi åkte förbi, vad vi såg. Pyntat båten med ljusslingor och ev spelat lite julmusik”
Review of Berlin’s Christmas Spree cruise with drag queen Audrey Naline, including route, food, price, German language, access, and booking advice.
“Im festlich geschmückten Salon der MS Audrey verbrachten wir , liebevoll umsorgt , eine fachkundig begleitete gute alte , wunderschöne Dampferfahrt 😃 Audrey , ließ die Zeit mit Unterhaltung, kleinen Spielen und Witz , der nie unter die Gürtellinie ging , wie im Fluge vergehen Danke für diesen schönen Abend”
See Berlin’s Christmas lights by bus, from Kurfürstendamm to Charlottenburg Palace, with live German guide and free mulled wine.
“The tour was nice and getting to know the Christmas markets.”
Explore Berlin’s Christmas markets with a private local guide, from Alexanderplatz to traditional stalls, food, crafts, and festive city sights.
“Our tour guide was very knowledgeable about the area, and was able to give us some good information on Berlin. We enjoyed the second Christmas Market he took us to. The first was more like an American fair, so we asked to go to a traditional market, and he took us there. We had a really good time.”
Review of Berlin’s Christmas Spree cruise, with Reichstag views, mulled wine, Stollen, winter tips, pricing, and practical booking advice.
“We had a fun time on the boat passing by Berlin’s too attractions. Great views from the rooftop, cushions and blankets were provided for additional comfort against the bitter cold. Christmas tunes, mulled wine and Stollen rounded out a great afternoon - nice one.”
Share a three-course German-Brazilian dinner with Luiz in Berlin, then dance, meet new friends, and enjoy a lively home-style evening.
“Luiz was the perfect host. This is really a unique and fun experience. Met some lovely people from different parts of the world. Ended up dancing round the living room.”
See Berlin’s Christmas lights by coach with live commentary, a mulled wine coupon, gingerbread, and festive stops for $33.52.
“A bit disappointing - the tour did not start on time (they forgot the cookies) and then the guide called our names out loud as if we were in school. She also gave pretty bad directions to the poor driver, leading us to find ourselves in pretty Read more”
Review of Berlin’s private Christmas market tour, including stops, drinks, guide service, walking demands, price, and booking advice.
“Was a private walking tour of one of the Christmas markets in Berlin with a view of other Christmas lights and markets around the city. Was very cold but fortunately Cesar our guide kept us entertained with many stories of Berlin and of his experiences in the city. Mulled wine and entry to the markets was included!”
Review of a private Berlin Christmas walk from the Cathedral to the Reichstag, with festive squares, major sights, and practical timing advice.
“We booked Berlin Christmas Magic and Holiday Tour for four and had to change our reservation to meet an hour earlier. Which we were advised would be no problem. However the lovely tour guide Natalie was advised we were a party of two and wanted a city tour. We got a city tour. The Christmas markets don’t open until 12:00 noon. Not happy!!”
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