Discover Potsdam
Half-day trip to the beautiful city of parks, palaces, and Prussians
Stroll through one of Germany’s most stunning UNESCO World Heritage sites with an expert guide
The beautiful city of Potsdam is just a short train ride away from Berlin, surrounded by a fairytale landscape of forests and waterways.
Enjoy a relaxed trip from Berlin on this 4-hour trip to Potsdam, the former residence of centuries of Prussian kings.
From the ridiculous to the impressive, from the ineffective to the mighty, you’ll learn how Prussia rose from a minor European power to the foundation of the German Empire.
Oh, and find out why Germans leave potatoes on Frederick the Great’s grave!
“Our guide Gregor tied the history of Potsdam to a sequence of Hohenzollern kings; great context. He also provided some great links to modern day politics. On top of that he was entertaining & accommodating. Excellent tour!”
★★★★★
Joe on Airbnb in June 2024
From the Potsdam train station, set off with your expert guide to marvel at the impressive architecture of the historic city centre. Then, continue through the tree-lined avenues of the famous and impressive UNESCO World Heritage Sanssouci Gardens with decorative fountains, ornate flower beds, and splendid palaces.
After the tour, you can decide to return to Berlin together with your guide or why not stay behind, and explore even more of this delightful destination? With several UNESCO World Heritage palaces, charming restaurants, and independent boutiques to enjoy, Potsdam is a picturesque break from the bustle of Berlin.
Good to know
4 hours (including 1 hour travel time to Potsdam)
Tour finishes at Sanssouci Palace* - Stay in Potsdam or return to Berlin with your guide
Explore UNESCO World Heritage Parks and Palaces
ABC All-Day Transit Pass suggested - Train passes available at the beginning of the tour
Tour runs in all weather
No minimum participant number!
* Please note that during the tour, it is not possible to visit the interiors of the Potsdam Palaces. If you wish to visit the interiors, we recommend that you book tickets online for any time slot after 2 PM directly with the Prussian Palaces and Gardens Foundation: Book your tickets for Sanssouci Palace here or tickets for Neues Palais here.
See all these famous sights
Germany’s largest collection of UNESCO World Heritage Sites
Sanssouci palace and gardens
Grave of Fredrich the Great
Neues Palais
Chinese Tea House
Historic Windmill
Church of Peace
Green Gate
The Brandenburg Gate (Yes, Potsdam has its own Brandenburg Gate!)
Museum Barberini
Old Market Square & Old Town Hall
Church of St. Nikolas
Dutch Quarter
City Palace Potsdam and Brandenburg State Parliament
Potsdam Film Museum at Historic Stables
…and much more!
Private Tours
Did you know that all of our tours are also available as private tours?
Beat the crowds, create a custom tour, or simply go at your own pace with a private walking tour from Original Berlin Walks.
Make the most out of your trip with a private tour.
What travellers are saying about Discover Potsdam
Original Berlin Walks has been running tours since 1993. Since then we’ve shown thousands of people around Berlin and Potsdam. Check out reviews here.
“Fabulous half day in Potsdam with Jenny. She created a really nice vibe with the group, making it highly interactive, so much so several of us exchanged numbers and shared pictures. Jenny was easy going, knowledgeable and very engaging. We learned a lot of history in a short period of time. Potsdam is a nice escape from the bustle of Berlin and only a short train ride away!”
★★★★★
“Great tour. Reuben did his masters in history and this is very evident in his knowledge. I learned a lot about the history of Potsdam and Sanssouci. 10/10 recommend!.”
★★★★★
“We did the Potsdam tour with Quincy, it was very interesting 4 hour long and rich in history facts. Best tour experience so far.”
★★★★★
“Jenny was an exceptional tour guide during our exploration of Potsdam! The day was filled with engaging stories, humor, and a wealth of information that brought the history and beauty of Potsdam to life. Highly recommend to anyone looking for a fun and informative experience. A great day out!”
★★★★★
Meeting Point
All of our public walking tours meet near Hackescher Markt train station, outside of Starbucks.
Address: Neue Promenade 3, 10178 Berlin
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