duration: 4 hours
cancellation_summary: Free cancellation 24 hours in advance for a full refund
meeting_point: Neue Bahnhofstrasse 28
min_age: 4
group_size: Max. 12
description: Join us on a food and history tour of East Berlin, where you'll experience the remarkable transformation of this once bleak, communist area into one of Europe's most diverse, vibrant, and fascinating neighborhoods. Walk through East Berlin, from its controversial past to present day, visiting diverse international communities and tasting their contributions to Berlin's evolving food scene. If you want to get a firsthand experience of this captivating part of the city and its unparalleled history, then our food and history tour of East Berlin is a must.
what_is_included: Döner with chicken & halloumi
Metabal (dip with smoked aubergine, tahini, garlic)
Vietnamese chicken tacos
Currywurst
Schnitzel burger
Mixed caramelised nuts
Club Mate (sparkling tea)
2 local beers
Homebrew Beer or local soft drink
Water
Itinerary & tastings subject to change due to seasonal availability, individual closings or local holidays.
highlights: Modern take on a historical dish: Discover the delicious Turkish/German collaboration of the iconic Doner Kebab.
Experience Syrian flavors and integration at a beautiful supper club hosted by a Syrian family. Taste their traditional flavors while learning about their integration into Berlin's culture while sipping on Home-Brew Beer
Taste delicious 'Vietnamese TyTy Tacos', an exciting fusion of Vietnamese and German culinary traditions, combining aromatic Vietnamese flavors with quality German ingredients
Beer and schnitzelbrot: Celebrate the distinctive food of Germany with a perfect beer pairing alongside schnitzelbrot, one of our most traditional dishes.
Discover one of the last remaining Berlin Squat Houses, explore a Nazi and Soviet training space transformed into a nightclub-packed zone, and get a close-up look at the East Side Gallery - the longest remaining stretch of the Berlin Wall!
Berlin's recent history: Learn about the city's last 80 years of history, from World War II to the fall of the Berlin Wall, while enjoying food and drink at interesting historical sites.
check_in_details: Please aim to arrive 15 minutes early, so the tour can start on time.
You do not need to print out a page to join the tour - showing us the confirmation email you will receive on your phone is fine!
what_to_bring: Wear flat shoes – it is, after all, a walking tour, so be comfortable.
Please bring a bottle of water – although we do have drinks stops throughout the tour, walking can be thirsty work.
Come hungry. You'll be tasting lots of food!
Gratuities for our guides are always appreciated.
restrictions: Vegetarian-Friendly Tours but vegan, gluten-free, or kosher options are limited. Please share dietary restrictions upon booking for best accommodation. Note that tastings outside those catered for your needs are at your own risk. The company assumes no responsibility for any food allergies or intolerances. Guests with severe or life-threatening allergies cannot participate in this activity for their safety.
