Jewish Heritage & Memory: Historical Berlin Walking Tour (including world war 2)
Joined 2024
Join me, for an immersive journey through Berlin's rich Jewish history. We meet in Mitte-Hackescher Markt, where many Jewish community institutions are located. Discover the fascinating story of the community's re-establishment in the second half of the 17th century, beginning with the era of Moses Mendelssohn.
More about me in the Jewish context: Beyond personal fascination with Jewish wars, today and also in the 19th century, I also engage with history relevant to the subject academically
Itinerary
This itinerary can be customized to meet your needs and preferences. Send me a message with your requests!
Meeting Point
Hackescher Markt
- Starbucks
Block of Women/ The old synagouge
The place of the first synagoue in Berlin, and he first and last public protest in Berlin during World War 2
Otto Weidt Workshop for the Blind
Meuseum, No need for extra fee
Break at a Local Café
Optional for a small break
Adas Israel comunity
We will see some more cites of jewish institutes, for instance, the jewish-orthodox comunity building of "Adas-Israel", located in its historical space.
New Synagogue Berlin - Jewish Centre
Moses Mendelson Gymnasium
The first Jewish school in Berlin
Ending Point
The old jewish cemetry
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Inclusions & Exclusions
Guiding and entrance to Otto Weidt Museum
-Entrance to the Old Synagogue Museum (can be arranged upon request, I am guiding there as well)
-Cafe
-in case of extension of the tour: public transport
Tour Important Information
*Most of the tour is accesible on wheelchair, except of Otto-weidt Meuseum
*Optional Extension:
Extend your journey (extra time and fee) to explore:
-Kindertransport Memorial at Friedrichstraße Station
-Grunewald Deportation Memorial: Honoring the memory of Berlin's deported Jewish community.
-visiting the museum at the new synagouge
-other sites with personal intrest
*I guide in English or Hebrew
Important message from the supplier
I am flexible on hours and days. For the jewish tour- can guide in additional areas (e.g kindertransport monument, Platform 17 in Grunewald), additioanal time and fee is needed.
If you want a full day with several tours, this is also an option.
Cancellation Policy
- Free cancellation - 8 days prior to meeting time
- 50% Refund - 3 to 7 days prior to meeting time
- No Refund - Within 2 day(s) prior to meeting time
Joined 2024
About Tour Guide Tal G.
I came to Berlin in 2018 to pursue my doctorate in neuroscience. However, it's not only my studies that have kept me here. The city's fascinating history, international character, and unparalleled sense of freedom have all stolen my heart. I'm especially interested in exploring Berlin's history and examining German society, culture, and memory. I am specialized in Jewish-German history. In addition, I am a certified guide in the Berlin Guides Association.
I'd be delighted to introduce you to the city through my eyes and share my unique perspective. Join me on a memorable journey through Berlin, where I'll show you everything that makes it one of the world's most captivating destinations. Discover the city's intricate past, present, and future as we explore its cultural and societal depths.
$250/ per group
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