Tours & Activities in Potsdam
In Potsdam, everything revolves around the Hohenzollern dynasty , the rulers of the kingdom of Prussia, and one of the most influential families in Germany.
On our tour, we will delve into the lives of kings and emperors, discovering palace collusions, lovers, betrayals and dangerous friendships that gave rise to one of the most interesting stories in Germany.
We will visit the monumental palaces of the monarchs, such as the famous Sanssouci Palace, and explore its idyllic gardens , declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO .
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IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR THE TRAVELER:
- A transport ticket for ABC zones is required .
- It is necessary to bring food and drinks .
- The palaces are not visited inside.
- For reservations of more than 6 people, even if they are made separately, the guide must be paid €15 per person at the beginning of the tour .
In past centuries Potsdam was considered one of the most important Prussian cities. Today, surrounded by 19 lakes and the picturesque river Havel surprises the visitors with history, breathtaking Sanssouci Palaces and numerous gardens and parks.
The damages caused by the allied bombings in 1945 and the subsequent Potsdam Conference held in the city straight after the war, have completely changed its character. During the guided tour of 2.5 hours, we will delve into this fascinating history of ancient splendor, the destruction during the war and the impressive reconstruction in the German reunification era.
Our tour starts Am Alten Markt square next to the 16 m high obelisk devoted to the 4 brilliant Prussian architects, next to the representative St. Nicholas Church (St. Nikolaikirche).This is where we will learn about the Hohenzollern dynasty, under which the city flourished in culture, art, and architecture. Afterwards, we will continue covering the most important points, such as Saint Peters and Paul’s Church, enchanting Dutch Quarter, Brandenburger Street and some historic city gates. We will talk about famous habitants of Potsdam: Voltaire, Humboldt and Einstein. The tour concludes in front of the emblematic Sanssouci Palaces – a great symbol of the affection for art, architecture and nature of its founder Prussian King Frederic the Great.
