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The 15 Best Day Trips from Berlin

22 tours  ·  ★★★★★★★★★★ 4.7 average  ·  from $23

Berlin sits in the middle of Brandenburg, which is flatter and emptier than most visitors expect — and full of lakes. These 15 day trips are compared on travel time, what is included and how much of the day they actually take.

From Berlin: Potsdam and Sanssouci Palace Tour with Entry - Meeting at Kurfürstendamm 216: where to start in Berlin
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From Berlin: Potsdam and Sanssouci Palace Tour with Entry

1.Potsdam and Sanssouci Palace Tour with Entry

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,094 reviews · from $73Our pick

Half-day tour from Berlin to Potsdam, with live commentary, Sanssouci Palace entry, and guided walks through the gardens and royal architecture.

“Our guide was a delight. Funny, knowledgeable, approachable. Our group all got along great. So happy I did this tour to learn more about Potsdam while in Berlin!”

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Potsdam Half-Day Walking Tour from Berlin - Brandenburg Gate to Old Market Square: the quick city center loop
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Potsdam Half-Day Walking Tour from Berlin

2.Potsdam Half-Day Walking Tour from Berlin

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 398 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $23Best value

Half-day Potsdam walking tour from Berlin with Church of Peace Venetian mosaic and Sanssouci highlights, ending at the palace area.

“Great tour, well organised and Tobi our guide was well informed and helpful. Wear comfy shoes and take a drink.”

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Potsdam Tour from Berlin With Guided Sanssouci Palace Visit - Meeting at Kurfürstendamm and the ride to Potsdam
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Potsdam Tour from Berlin With Guided Sanssouci Palace Visit

From Berlin: Potsdam Half-Day Guided Tour - Getting to the tour: Hackescher Markt meet-up and transit tickets
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From Berlin: Potsdam Half-Day Guided Tour

4.Potsdam Half-Day Guided Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 167 reviews · 4 hours · from $25

4-hour guided Potsdam tour from Berlin with Sanssouci gardens, Prussian history, Old Town sights, and Church of Peace, ending by Sanssouci.

“Our guide to Potsdam was great! He shared the history and interesting stories. We went by train, which helped us get comfortable with taking the public transit in Berlin. All in all, a fabulous day!”

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From Berlin: Potsdam Half-Day Tour in Spanish - Meeting at Alexanderplatz: find the green flag for tours en español
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From Berlin: Potsdam Half-Day Tour in Spanish

5.Potsdam Half-Day Tour in Spanish

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 135 reviews · 6 hours · from $35

A Spanish-language half-day walk from Berlin through Potsdam’s Imperial City, from Sanssouci gardens to the Dutch Quarter and historic churches.

“Hicimos la excursión con Tino y fue una muy buena experiencia, 100% recomendable. Lo hizo ameno, divertido, muy interesante...nos gustó muchísimo la excursión y el guía de 10.”

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Potsdam Bike Tour with Rail Transport from Berlin - The Potsdam route: about 17 km of palaces, parks, and Cold War geography
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Potsdam Bike Tour with Rail Transport from Berlin

6.Potsdam Bike Tour with Rail Transport from Berlin

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 81 reviews · 6 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $102

Bike from Berlin to Potsdam by train, cruise Sanssouci Park and Cold War sites on a small group ride with rail transport included.

“Such a fun, informative and active Tour. We love the stops and getting a few minutes to Tour and look around. Thor gave us some information at our stops and we loved the tidbits of information. Perfectly paced.”

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From Berlin: Gardens & Palaces of Potsdam Bike Tour - Getting From Alexanderplatz to Potsdam Without Fuss
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From Berlin: Gardens & Palaces of Potsdam Bike Tour

7.Gardens & Palaces of Potsdam Bike Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 61 reviews · 6h 30m · from $100Top rated

Ride Potsdam’s palaces and Cold War sites by bike from Berlin, with train included, an expert English guide, and plenty of photo stops.

“Fat Tire Tour guide Thor was fantastic. Highly recommend this day tour to experience the beautiful town of Potsdam”

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BERLIN PHOTO TOUR with a professional Photographer from Berlin - Blue hour tips that make your photos look less accidental
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BERLIN PHOTO TOUR with a professional Photographer from Berlin

8.BERLIN PHOTO TOUR with a professional Photographer from Berlin

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 44 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $130

Small-group Berlin photo walk led by pro photographer Fabian. Shoot Brandenburg Gate, learn blue hour tips, and get framing help.

“Fabian is fantastic! In less than 30 minutes he dramatically improved my ability to take stunning photos across all lighting scenarios. I enjoyed walking Berlin and finding sites with great opportunities to compose something memorable and beautiful.”

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Private Tour: Potsdam Day Trip from Berlin - Hotel Pickup Plus a Mercedes Ride West Makes the Whole Day Easier
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Private Tour: Potsdam Day Trip from Berlin

Potsdam Private Walk Tour By car from Berlin - Your Private Day, Pickup to a Smooth Potsdam Route
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Potsdam Private Walk Tour By car from Berlin

10.Potsdam Private Walk Tour By car from Berlin

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 29 reviews · 6 hours (approx.) · from $420

Private Potsdam day trip from Berlin: Sanssouci Park, Sanssouci Palace, Neues Palais, Dutch Quarter, Cecilienhof, guided in English.

“Il tour è stato diverso da quanto pubblicizzato sul sito. Sul sito sono descritti giardini e castelli che si visiteranno, tutto incluso nel prezzo, ma in realtà erano previste le visite dei soli giardini. Insistendo è stato possibile visitare l'interno di un solo castello”

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Private Day Trip to Potsdam from Berlin by Train - Sanssouci Palace grounds: park temples, churches, and photo angles
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Private Day Trip to Potsdam from Berlin by Train

11.Private Day Trip to Potsdam from Berlin by Train

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 27 reviews · 6 hours (approx.) · from $336

Private 6-hour Potsdam day trip from Berlin by train with a guide, Dutch Quarter red-brick streets, Sanssouci views, and Glienicke spy bridge.

“Jamie made it a tour du jour! Incredibly knowledgeable, charismatic professional and funny guide! The only “train” about the tour was coming and going. The rest was on bike which allowed us to see so much more. And now I have references from Jamie to read about what we saw! A great day!”

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Private Day Tour of Wannsee and Potsdam from Berlin - Pickup, Ride Comfort, and Timing That Keep You From Feeling Rushed
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Private Day Tour of Wannsee and Potsdam from Berlin

12.Private Day Tour of Wannsee and Potsdam from Berlin

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 21 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $504

Private day tour from Berlin combining Potsdam and Wannsee, with hotel pickup, guided context at key sites, and room for up to six.

“Thomas is a terrific guide and very knowledgeable about German history in particular. I did this tour with my teenage kids and they were engaged the whole time. Thomas made it interactive and informative and tailored the tour to our interests. Thank you!”

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Private Day Tour to Potsdam from Berlin by Minivan - Private minivan and hotel pickup, the easy start matters
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Private Day Tour to Potsdam from Berlin by Minivan

13.Private Day Tour to Potsdam from Berlin by Minivan

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 20 reviews · 6 hours (approx.) · from $534

A 6-hour private Potsdam day trip from Berlin by minivan with hotel pickup, a pro English guide, and iconic palaces plus Cold War landmarks.

“Wonderful tour, our guide was knowledgeable and great. I’d have like more time and a little input into how we managed the day. We walked the grounds of San soucci - interesting, but my wife would have preferred 30 minutes shopping in town. Rest was great.”

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Private Day Tour from Berlin to Szczecin Poland - The Crooked Forest Stop, Because Weird Places Are Good Places
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Private Day Tour from Berlin to Szczecin Poland

14.Private Day Tour from Berlin to Szczecin Poland

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 16 reviews · 11 hours (approx.) · from $755

Private Berlin to Szczecin day trip with Crooked Forest stop, guided Old Town walk, Polish meals, and door-to-door comfort in 11 hours.

“Our day trip from Berlin to Szczecin, Poland was delightful. The stunning drive and picturesque views left us in awe. Szczecin's blend of history and modernity captivated us, with its stunning architecture and vibrant streets showcasing the city's rich heritage. Our exceptional tour leader's knowledge, passion, and enthusiasm made the experience personalized and enjoyable. The incredible cuisine, from pierogis to sausages, took our taste buds on a culinary adventure. We highly recommend this trip to anyone seeking a memorable adventure. Thank you for an extraordinary day!”

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Potsdam Day Trip from Berlin with a Local: Private & Personalized - The Private Guide Advantage, and What to Watch
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Potsdam Day Trip from Berlin with a Local: Private & Personalized

15.Potsdam Day Trip from Berlin with a Local: Private & Personalized

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 11 reviews · from $339

Private Potsdam day trip from Berlin with a local guide, train ticket, Sanssouci Palace entry, and tailored stops from palaces to film history.

“Our guide never showed up. We were at the agreed pick up point 10 min early and waited 30 minutes. I sent the guide 2 texts and never heard a word. This tour cost $435.25 and I expect to get a refund. So far I’m not getting any help. I tried tRead more”

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