City Discovery: Potsdam Day Trip
Our locals for this tour
Seth, Betty & 6 other locals
Experience details
Destination
Berlin
Category
Day trips
Duration
6 hours
Mode of transport
Public transport
Available languages
English • Русский • עברית • Deutsch • Português • Српски • Hrvatski • Slovenščina • Français • Español
Highlights
- Family friendly
What's included
Private Guide • Public Transport • Kids join for free
Here’s an overview of your tour
Done with Berlin? There’s more to explore out there, and your local host knows exactly where! Discover what other gems lay outside of Berlin on a private day trip to Potsdam. Get more out of your trip by stepping out of Berlin to know more about the country you’re visiting in just one day!
Get ready because at Potsdam you’ll see another side of Germany! This day trip is all about local history, culture, and city highlights, plus fascinating stories and insights by your knowledgeable host. Visit highlights and lesser-known spots of Potsdam such as Sanssouci Palace, Alter Markt, Neues Palais, and many more incredible places that will offer a cultural contrast between Berlin and Potsdam.
By spending a day with a local, you’ll get authentic insights about Germany. Along the way, your local host will explain how traditions, customs, and history differ between cities, even if they are from the same country. But thanks to those differences, they make Germany a beautiful cultural treasure!
The local hosts are natural storytellers, each with a different background ranging from history to art. They can't wait to share some of their unique stories and personal anecdotes with you! Feel like changing the route a bit? No problem, the hosts will be happy to personalize the tour to your wishes and make their Germany, your Germany!
Your itinerary
Meeting point
Alexanderplatz Bahnhof, in front of the DB ticket officeMore about Germany
Give yourself the time to not only visit Berlin by also visiting Potsdam. Germany is such a beautiful country that the more you know about it, the more you’ll fall in love with it. That’s why your host can’t wait to take you to PotsdamGems of Potsdam
Check out Sanssouci Palace, Alter Markt, Neues Palais, and more must-sees but with a twist...through the eyes of a local. Get to know some of the less walked paths in Potsdam with some great hidden gems and alternative stories that only a local knows aboutCultural Contrasts
Cities are like snowflakes; each one of them is unique. And as you visit Potsdam, you’ll be able to see the differences compared to Berlin. Discover how much traditions, architecture, and even language can change from one city to another and how they complement each otherLocal Knowledge
To experience the best of Potsdam, there’s no better way to do so than like a local. Your local host will make this private day trip an enriching experience by sharing knowledge, stories, insights, and answering your questions!
Do you know all our tours are private & personalised?
Did you know that Withlocals tours are completely customisable to your needs? What you see here is a base itinerary that you can modify! Simply get in touch with your selected local and let them know what you would like!
Select your local guide
Explore the city with our diverse Withlocals hosts—passionate storytellers offering unique perspectives on every tour.
Seth
The Nerdy Historian (redundant?)
Seth5.055 reviewsI speakEnglishPablo
The Storyteller
Pablo5.011 reviewsI speakEnglish • Español- +1
Michèle, Miha & 1 other local are available
Good to Know
Tips
- Bring a reusable water bottle to reduce plastic
- Be mindful of sharing the real secret spots - let's keep them a secret
- Be aware of cultural norms & be mindful
Included
- Private Guide
- Public Transport
- Kids join for free
Not included
- Food Costs (optional
- on guest expenses)
Cancellation
- Receive a full refund for cancellations done 7 days before the experience date.
- Your experience can be cancelled and fully refunded within 24 hours of purchase.
Reviews
- 5.0
Best Tour of Potsdam
"Tiago is very knowledgeable and just a fun person to be around. He has made our tour through Potsdam entertaining and memorable. Tiago also find's the right balance between historic and fun facts. We...
- 5.0
Excellent Experience!
"Martin was an excellent guide! He had a good suggestion about which train station to meet at, which made meeting up and getting out to Potsdam easier and quicker. He was very knowledgeable and pers...
- 5.0
Visite privée de Postdam
"Nous avons passé une excellente journée à Postdam, joyau de l'Allemagne à visiter impérativement car la ville est sublime! Si vous avez la chance de visiter avec Martin, cela rendra votre visite ma...
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What is the cancellation policy?
When you make a booking you will receive a full refund when you cancel more than 7 days before the start of the booking.
When you make a booking that starts within 7 days and cancel within 24 hours after purchase you will receive a full refund.
When you make a booking that starts within 24 hours your booking is not refundable.
Read moreWhat payment methods are available?
During checkout you can choose from a number of different payment methods based on your location. We accept a variety of payment methods such as Credit Card, iDeal and many more.Can I pay in any currency?
Payment is always done in Euro but you can view the total amount in your local currency. Your bank might charge you a conversion rate fee from your local currency to Euro. No extra fees apply.Is this tour always private?
All our tours are 100% private, only you and your host.
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