Berlin: WWII Third Reich Walking Tour & Hitler Bunker Sites

Summary

Walk Berlin’s WWII past from the Reichstag to hidden bunker sites

You’ll walk Berlin’s streets where WWII history unfolded—stand above Hitler’s bunker site, wander through the haunting Holocaust Memorial, see Wilhelmstrasse’s scars, and pause at the Soviet War Memorial in Tiergarten. With a local guide sharing real stories behind each place, you’ll feel both Berlin’s heavy past and its resilience echoing around you.

What’s the experience like?

I’ll be honest, I wasn’t sure how I’d feel standing above what used to be Hitler’s bunker. The spot is just a parking lot now—no sign or drama, just gravel and a few cars with their windows up against the wind. Our guide, Stefan, didn’t rush us. He let the silence settle before he started talking about those last days in 1945. Someone nearby was eating a currywurst, and for a second it felt strange how life just goes on right here. That stuck with me more than I expected.

We started near Friedrichstrasse Station, which is busy as ever, but then walked Wilhelmstrasse where so many decisions were made—most of them terrible ones. Stefan pointed out old stonework that survived the bombings, and I remember running my hand along the rough wall outside the former Air Ministry (now a finance office). It’s cold to the touch, even in spring. At one point he told us about Goebbels’ propaganda HQ, and I tried to imagine what it sounded like back then—probably not as peaceful as today with birds overhead and kids laughing somewhere down the block.

The Memorial to the Murdered Jews of Europe was heavier than I thought it’d be. Walking through those concrete slabs, you lose sight of people around you; it gets quiet in there, almost like your ears pop. A woman passed by humming under her breath and for some reason that little sound felt important—like proof people still find ways to move forward. We also stopped at the Soviet War Memorial in Tiergarten; it’s massive and solemn, with flowers left at its base even now. Stefan explained how Red Army soldiers reached Berlin after weeks of fighting—I could almost picture them trudging through mud and rubble.

By the time we reached the Reichstag, clouds were rolling in but sunlight caught on its glass dome. It’s wild to think this building saw both dictatorship and democracy fall and rise again. There’s graffiti from Soviet soldiers inside (Stefan showed us photos on his phone), which somehow makes all of it feel closer—not just history but something lived-in and raw. I still think about that view down Unter den Linden from Brandenburg Gate; hard not to wonder what stories these stones would tell if they could talk.

Step-by-step itinerary

Day 1 — Third Reich Berlin walking tour highlights

• Start at Friedrichstrasse Train Station
• Visit Hitler’s bunker site
• See Soviet War Memorial Tiergarten
• Walk along Wilhelmstrasse Nazi sites
• Explore Reichstag building history
• Visit Hermann Göring’s Air Ministry
• See Joseph Goebbels’ propaganda HQ
• Stop at "Trains to Life, Trains to Death" memorial
• Visit Memorial to the Murdered Jews of Europe
• View Brandenburg Gate Nazi history
• Explore Akademie der Künste Nazi ties
• Tour Topography of Terror museum

Top questions

How long is the Third Reich Berlin walking tour?

The tour lasts approximately 3 hours from start to finish.

Where does the WWII walking tour in Berlin start?

The meeting point is Friedrichstrasse Train Station in central Berlin.

What sites are included on this Berlin WWII tour?

You visit Hitler's bunker site, Wilhelmstrasse, Reichstag, Soviet War Memorial Tiergarten, Holocaust Memorial, Topography of Terror museum area, Air Ministry building, and more.

Is this walking tour wheelchair accessible?

Yes, all routes are wheelchair accessible and suitable for strollers or prams.

Is there a local guide on this Third Reich tour?

Yes—a local expert guide leads every group throughout the tour.

Are children allowed on this WWII history tour?

Yes; infants and small children can join in strollers or prams.

Does this tour include public transportation?

No transport is included—the tour is fully on foot but public transit options are nearby if needed before or after.

Do we enter any buildings during the walking tour?

You’ll see most sites from outside; some stops include outdoor memorials or open areas rather than indoor visits.

What’s included

Your day includes a 3-hour guided walking tour led by an expert local guide who shares stories at each site—from Hitler's bunker location to Wilhelmstrasse's government buildings—with time for questions along the way. The route is fully wheelchair accessible and suitable for families with strollers or service animals; just meet at Friedrichstrasse Station 15 minutes early before setting off together through central Berlin’s WWII landmarks.