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5.0
913 reviews

Explore the Museum Island & Surroundings with a Local Guide

Natalie - The Architect
Miha - Friendly Guide&Designer

Our locals for this tour

Natalie, Miha & 2 other locals

A quick visit to the Museum Island is not enough. There are other spots worth checking out outside this attraction, and your local host knows exactly where. Combine your visit to the Museum Island with a touch of hidden gems and an easy access to this famous attraction, and you are set for a good time!

Experience details

  • Destination

    Berlin

  • Category

    Art & culture tours

  • Duration

    2 hours

  • Mode of transport

    Walking

  • Available languages

    English • Italiano • Deutsch • Српски • Hrvatski • Slovenščina • Français • Español

  • What's included

    Private Guide • Tickets for Berliner Dome included

Here’s an overview of your tour

Make the most out of your visit to the Museum Island and get to know the ins and outs of this world-famous attraction and its surroundings by the side of a local expert.

On this private tour, you’ll not only visit the Museum Island, your local host has more in store for you. Whether it is a hidden gem on your way to the attraction or a must-see around the area, this will set up the tone for what’s to come inside the Museum Island. Isn’t this the best way to build up anticipation!?

If there’s something you can expect from this tour is tons of insights and things to discover. Check out Pergamon museum, Nikolaiviertel, and many more treasures inside and outside the Museum Island.

At the end of your tour, the Museum Island awaits you. Don’t wait long to enter and start exploring this fascinating attraction. Your local host has plenty to share, so ask away! This is your chance to satisfy your curiosity about the Museum Island and Berlin.

The local hosts are natural storytellers, each one with a different background ranging from arts to history. 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.

Your itinerary

  • Meeting point

    Entrance of the Märkisches Museum
  • Beautiful Surroundings

    To better understand what you’ll see inside the Museum Island, your local host will start by showing you other hidden gems around the attraction. That way, you can get to know more about Berlin and the Museum Island for a perfect introduction to your tour
  • How It Works

    Before entering the Museum Island, meet your host and get an introduction to your tour.
  • Ahead of the Crowds

    On this tour, follow your local host’s lead and spend time inside the attraction discovering its highlights and hidden gems
  • Inside the Museum Island

    Once you are inside, follow your local host’s insights as you check out the must-sees, as well as the hidden gems that not many know about. Be part of an enriching tour that will satisfy your curiosity and answer all of your questions!
  • Keep Exploring

    After the time with your host is over, you can either stay inside the attraction and keep exploring by yourself or say goodbye outside the attraction where your host will point out other spots to explore in Berlin
I have a teen daughter with us - is it possible to plan a drinks and bites tour with her?
Me13:42
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Of course! I can definitely tailor our tour for you and your daughter! :)
Local host Maria13:44
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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.

  • Natalie - The Architect

    Natalie

    The Architect

    Natalie
    5.0
    12 reviews
    I speak
    English • Français
  • Miha - Friendly Guide&Designer

    Miha

    Friendly Guide&Designer

    Miha
    5.0
    691 reviews
    I speak
    English • Deutsch • Српски • Hrvatski • Slovenščina
  • Elisabetta - The Artist & Musician

    Elisabetta

    The Artist & Musician

    Elisabetta
    4.9
    69 reviews
    I speak
    English • Italiano
  • Juan - The Berlin expert

    Juan

    The Berlin expert

    Juan
    4.9
    16 reviews
    I speak
    English • Español

Good to Know

  • Tips

    • Bring a reusable water bottle to reduce plastic
    • Be aware of the cultural norms/expectations if entering religious buildings
  • Included

    • Private Guide
    • Tickets for Berliner Dome included
  • Not included

    • Entrance for the musuems other than mentioned
  • 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
913 reviews
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    About local Juan
    5.0

    Review about Juan

    "Juan was friendly, knowledgeable, and took his time to answer all my questions. I wish I had done the tour at the beginning of my trip and not on the last day. I learned so much about Berlin from him...

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    About local Miha
    5.0

    ☆☆☆☆☆

    "One if the nicest guides I have ever had. The time we spen with him was the best. He was kind and informative. Kept the pace for my 81 year old mother. Don't know how he did it, but we even got a fu...

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    About local Boyd
    5.0

    Museum Island Extrordinaire

    "Excellent walk and talk on the development of German architecture in Berlin. It’s not an art tour but a talk about each of the buildings and the overall model of Berlin in the Markisches Museum is fa...

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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.

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    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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Juan - The Berlin expert
Natalie - The Architect
Miha - Friendly Guide&Designer

Our locals for this tour

Juan, Natalie & 2 other locals

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