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Free audio walking tours of Berlin
Itinerarly has 3 self-guided audio tours of Berlin, Germany, from 1 h to 2 h 20. Each one walks you between the stops in order and plays a short narrated story when you arrive. The narration is available in English, French, Spanish, Italian and Chinese, and the tours are free.
Berlin Express
Brandenburg Gate and Reichstag
- Brandenburg GateWelcome to the Brandenburg Gate, Berlin's most iconic landmark and the universal symbol of German unity. Erected in 1791 in a neoclassical style inspired by the Acropolis in Athens, this monumental gate has been a privileged witness to the darkest and most glorious hours of Germanic history.
- ReichstagHere is the Reichstag, the historical seat of the German parliament, the Bundestag. This massive building, completed in 1894, has survived fires, bombings, and decades of neglect before becoming the beating heart of German political life again in 1999.
- GendarmenmarktWelcome to Gendarmenmarkt, often considered the most beautiful square in Berlin, if not Europe. This harmonious 18th-century architectural ensemble is framed by two churches with twin domes: the French Cathedral and the German Cathedral.
Berlin Classics
Mitte and Cold War history
- Brandenburg GateWelcome to the Brandenburg Gate, Berlin's most iconic landmark and the universal symbol of German unity. Erected in 1791 in a neoclassical style inspired by the Acropolis in Athens, this monumental gate has been a privileged witness to the darkest and most glorious hours of Germanic history.
- ReichstagHere is the Reichstag, the historical seat of the German parliament, the Bundestag. This massive building, completed in 1894, has survived fires, bombings, and decades of neglect before becoming the beating heart of German political life again in 1999.
- Museum IslandYou are entering Museum Island, a globally unique complex and UNESCO World Heritage site. Located on the Spree River, this island houses five prestigious museums tracing 6,000 years of human history.
- AlexanderplatzWelcome to Alexanderplatz, the vibrant and popular heart of former East Berlin. Dominated by the impressive 368-meter TV Tower (Fernsehturm), the square is a fascinating blend of socialist modernist architecture and contemporary commercial dynamism.
- Checkpoint CharlieHere is Checkpoint Charlie, the world's most famous border crossing and an iconic remnant of the Cold War. For nearly thirty years, this narrow passage between the American and Soviet sectors symbolized the division not only of Berlin but of the entire world.
Complete Berlin
East/West and East Side Gallery
- Brandenburg GateWelcome to the Brandenburg Gate, Berlin's most iconic landmark and the universal symbol of German unity. Erected in 1791 in a neoclassical style inspired by the Acropolis in Athens, this monumental gate has been a privileged witness to the darkest and most glorious hours of Germanic history.
- ReichstagHere is the Reichstag, the historical seat of the German parliament, the Bundestag. This massive building, completed in 1894, has survived fires, bombings, and decades of neglect before becoming the beating heart of German political life again in 1999.
- GendarmenmarktWelcome to Gendarmenmarkt, often considered the most beautiful square in Berlin, if not Europe. This harmonious 18th-century architectural ensemble is framed by two churches with twin domes: the French Cathedral and the German Cathedral.
- Museum IslandYou are entering Museum Island, a globally unique complex and UNESCO World Heritage site. Located on the Spree River, this island houses five prestigious museums tracing 6,000 years of human history.
- AlexanderplatzWelcome to Alexanderplatz, the vibrant and popular heart of former East Berlin. Dominated by the impressive 368-meter TV Tower (Fernsehturm), the square is a fascinating blend of socialist modernist architecture and contemporary commercial dynamism.
- Potsdamer PlatzWelcome to Potsdamer Platz, the ultimate symbol of Berlin's rebirth after reunification. Before the war, it was the busiest intersection in Europe, only to be completely leveled in 1945 and then turned into a desolate wasteland crossed by the Wall.
- East Side GalleryHere is the East Side Gallery, the longest remaining section of the Berlin Wall and the largest open-air art gallery in the world. Stretching 1.3 kilometers along the Spree River, this stretch of the 'Wall of Shame' was transformed by 118 artists from 21 countries shortly after its fall in 1989.
Frequently asked questions
- Is there a free audio walking tour of Berlin?
- Yes. The Itinerarly app has 3 free self-guided audio tours of Berlin: Berlin Express (3 stops, about 1 h); Berlin Classics (5 stops, about 1 h 40); Complete Berlin (7 stops, about 2 h 20). The narration is available in English, French, Spanish, Italian and Chinese.
- Which sights do the Berlin audio tours visit?
- Stops include Brandenburg Gate, Reichstag, Gendarmenmarkt, Museum Island, Alexanderplatz, Checkpoint Charlie, Potsdamer Platz, East Side Gallery.
- How long does a walking tour of Berlin take?
- The Berlin tours take from 1 h to 2 h 20, including time at each stop. Pick the shortest one if you only have an hour.
- Do I need to pay or book?
- No. The tours are free and you start them whenever you want. Some monuments charge their own entry ticket; the app links to the official ticket page where there is one.
- Does it work offline?
- You need a connection for the map and directions. A stop you have already downloaded can be replayed without a connection.
- What do I need?
- The free Itinerarly app on iPhone (App Store) or Android (Google Play), and a free account.
- Can Itinerarly plan the rest of my day in Berlin?
- Yes. In Plan mode you add the places you want to see and Itinerarly puts them in the best order, with travel times that account for live traffic.
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