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Find out more about German colonial history. Find out, like the impact of our historical heritage on our lives today. 

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Marvel at Saturday and Sunday with us the Sightseeing Tour Berlin at 11am in German and 2pm in English from a colonial historical perspective

Explore from Friday to Sunday with us the African quarter on German from 11 a.m. - 1 p.m. and Saturdays to 2pm on English.

Cross from Thursday to Monday with us the historical queer neighborhood Schöneberg at 2pm in English. 

Learn more about cultural colonialism at the Museum Island Saturdays and Sundays at 11 a.m.

1.5- 2 hours
Saturdays and Sundays
Join us on an alternative guided tour in Berlin-Wedding. Find out more about the historical connection between the street names and the former German colonies. Learn unexpected facts about German colonial rulers and exciting stories about courageous resistance fighters from the African continent.

From: 29,00 

2,5hours
Saturdays and Sundays
Get to know Black & Queer Feminism. Find out how it differs from white Feminism is different. Broaden your horizons with this exciting and enriching tour through the Schöneberg district.

From: 29,00 

2 hours
Question well-known sights and look at colonial traces in Berlin's cityscape. The tour through Mitte combines repressed colonial history with current perspectives.  

From: 29,00 

2 hours

See Hamburg with different eyes. On this decolonial tour, you will uncover hidden colonial traces and learn how colonialism, racism and global power relations still shape the city today. Instead of dry facts, you can expect impressive stories, forgotten perspectives and exciting "aha" moments.

Ideal for all those who want to experience Hamburg critically, consciously and beyond classic city tours.

From: 29,00 

2 hours
Come along and experience Museum Island from a new perspective. Through the bust of Nefertiti, the Humboldt Forum, the Pergamon Museum, Berlin Cathedral, and other historic sites, we’ll explore the interconnections between monarchy, imperialism, and cultural colonialism. Together, we examine the origins of significant cultural artifacts, the role of the Hohenzollerns—who are interred in the crypt of the same name—and the ongoing debates about memory, restitution, and colonial legacy.

From: 29,00 

2 hours
This unique bike tour takes you on a journey through East Berlin and shares stories that are often missing from the official narrative. Between Alexanderplatz and the East Side Gallery, you’ll learn how Black people experienced, helped shape, and left their mark on the GDR. Personal stories, historic sites, and new perspectives make this tour a moving exploration of Berlin, beyond the familiar narratives.

For Berliners, visitors to the city, history buffs, and anyone who wants to get to know Berlin from a new perspective. No prior knowledge is required.

 

Group tours

Get out of the office or classroom! Take your friends and family on an exciting weekend trip! Come and experience a tour that will give you plenty to discuss and stimulate you. 

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We are committed to equal opportunities. A strong society and inclusive institutions should be the future of Germany. Decolonization is an important process that helps to understand and overcome the effects of colonialism on today's society.

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