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East Side Gallery , Berlin

4.4

To see some truly one-of-a-kind art, take a stroll along East Side Gallery. This 1.3 km (0.8 mi) long stretch of the Berlin Wall is near the

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Historic Site

Nymphenburg Palace , Munich

4.5

While millions of tourists flock to the city for its world-famous beer festival, few find their way to the tranquil Nymphenburg Palace. Renow

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Historic Site

Memorial of the Berlin Wall , Berlin

4.6

Touch a piece of history at Memorial of the Berlin Wall, the central memorial site of German division and reunification. At this open-air exh

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Discover Berlin Half-Day Walking Tour

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Duration: 3 hours 30 minutes

Uncover Berlin's past and present on this enlightening 4-hour walking tour through Mitte, the city’s historic center. Walk along the Berlin Wall, stroll down Unter den Linden to Brandenburg Gate, see the Reichstag and Holocaust Memorial, hear the story behind Checkpoint Charlie and learn about the Topography of Terror museum. Listen as your guide ties important monuments, buildings and memorials to the city’s complex Prussian, Imperial, Nazi and Cold War past, weaving history into a detailed narrative. Compare these historical sights with modern marvels such as Potsdamer Platz and Friedrichstrasse.

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Schloss Neuschwanstein , Schwangau

4.3

Looking like an illustration from a book of fairy tales, Schloss Neuschwanstein stands perched on a mountain cliff. King Ludwig II of Bavaria

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Historic Site

Mauermuseum - Museum Haus am Checkpoint Charlie , Berlin

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Mauermuseum - Museum Haus am Checkpoint Charlie was German's only Cold War border crossing that permitted foreigners to pass through between

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Germany

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Specialty Museums · Landmarks · Historic Sites

From ancient Roman ruins and medieval castles to Berlin Wall Memorial, historical places in Germany allow curious visitors to delve into the remote and recent past of one of the major political powers in Europe. One of the country's most visited landmarks, World Heritage-listed Cologne Cathedral is not only an architectural masterpiece, but also an important reminder of Christianity's strength in medieval Europe. Rothenburg's Town Walls and the well-preserved historic city center will impress fans of the Middle Ages. Perched on a mountain cliff and looking like an illustration from a book of fairytales, Neuschwanstein Castle works well for families with children and romantic couples.