History
Berlin's history through the places where it is still visible: the Berlin Wall and life in a divided city, the 20 July 1944 plot against Hitler, Jewish Berlin and a first-hand account of visiting East and West Berlin in 1981.
Life Under the Berlin Wall: A Glimpse Into Berlin's Divided Past
The Berlin Wall, a symbol of the Cold War, stood tall and menacing for nearly three decades, dividing the city of Berlin into East and West.
Berlin Wall Memories: My Visit to East & West Berlin in 1981
Experience Berlin’s history with a private tour from a guide who first visited East and West Berlin in 1981. Gain a unique, first-hand perspective on the city’s Cold War past and its transformation into today’s vibrant, unified capital.
Berlin Jewish Tours: Learn About the City's Rich Jewish History
Berlin's Jewish community has faced centuries of persecution, but it has also experienced periods of growth and prosperity. Today, the community is slowly rebuilding itself.
The Stauffenberg Plot: The 20 July 1944 Attempt to Kill Hitler (Operation Valkyrie)
In 1944, a German colonel smuggled a bomb into Hitler's headquarters — and nearly succeeded. The story of Stauffenberg and Operation Valkyrie: why it failed, and where to stand in Berlin where it ended.
Berlin by U-Bahn: The New U5 Line & Sights Along the Way
No matter how great and insightful virtual tours can be, especially in Berlin: Once old-style travelling will be possible again and Berlin fills up again with travellers from all over the world (by now we are missing them so much), public transportation comes into focus when preparing a private Berlin tour.
About the author
Jeremy Minsberg is an American-born private tour guide in Berlin and the founder of The Berlin Expert. He has lived in Berlin since 2001 and writes practical guides to Jewish history, WWII, the Cold War, architecture and day trips.
