Reichstag Tours

The Reichstag has a rich and complex history and has been the seat of the German parliament since 1894. The building was set on fire in 1933, which helped the Nazi party rise to power and was also heavily damaged during World War II. The Reichstag was restored and became the seat of the Bundestag (the German federal parliament) once again after the reunification of Germany. The Reichstag building is symbolic of the German people, representing the country's political history and ongoing journey towards democracy. The building is also a symbol of the reunification of Germany and the country's post-war recovery.

Read along to know further details about the different Reichstag tour tickets, timings, getting there, etc.

The Around and Into the Reichstag Tour is the right choice if you are on a budget. On this affordable guided tour, you can enjoy some of the most popular attractions of Berlin including the Memorial Church, Postdamer Square, Embassy Area, Berlin Palace, and more.

If you want to learn more about the Reichstag, consider booking the Guided tours. Each guided tour is led by experienced guides who have an in-depth understanding and knowledge of the Reichstag and its history. 

You should book a private tour if you wish to avoid touring the Reichstag in large groups and want a more personalized experience. Besides, you will also have the undivided attention of the tour guide, who will address all your questions during the private tour. 

Entry to the Reichstag Building is free for all visitors. However, they need to register themselves in advance on the Reichstag website. 

Tickets are available at discount cashback for selected guided and walking tours for children, senior citizens, and students. 

Headout offers up to 5% cash back on select guided and private tours. 

There are plenty of places to see during a Reichstag Tour. Continue reading to learn more about these places and what makes them unique. 

The Lower House of the German Parliament during the Empire and the Reichstag of the Weimar Republic were both historically headquartered in the Reichstagsgebäude before the arson attempt that resulted in the 1933 Reichstag fire. Today, the Federal Republic of Germany's Bundestag gathers here. The Reichstag Parliament's iconic 23-meter-high glass dome with an observation deck is open for tourists.

The Reichstag Building was reduced to rubble when a fire broke out there in the 1930s. After the restoration, the Neoclassical palace has become one of Germany's most popular tourist destinations. The construction of the building was completed in 1894, and since 1999, it has been home to Germany's parliament. It also symbolizes Germany's reunification. 

Norman Foster reconstructed the Reichstag Dome after the Reichstag caught fire in the 1930s. The new Dome, in many ways, echoes the Dome, especially since it's made of glass and steel. Visitors can enjoy a 360-degree view of Berlin from here, making it one of the most visited attractions in the German capital. Overall, the Dome is more modern-looking than the rest of the building. 

Paul Wallot, between 1884 and 1894, constructed the Reichstag. The plenary chamber, which has a floor space of 1200 square metres and a height of 24 metres, is the main highlight of the Reichstag. It spans the whole height of the building, and its interiors are visible from practically all of the neighbouring buildings' floor levels, from the interior courtyards, and to other vantage points.

The revamped Berlin Palace is a modern baroque building and is considered to be the melting pot of world cultures. The German Bundestag decided to reconstruct the Berlin Palace, resulting in stiff competition between architects worldwide. 

The Kaiser Wilhelm Memorial Building is one of the top attractions of Berlin. The Memorial Building, which is not only a gorgeous church, is also a memorial to peace and reconciliation as well as war and devastation. Only the tower's remnants, which serve as decoration for the structure today, are left after being severely damaged during World War II.

Potsdamer Square is one of the main squares in Berlin today. It is close to the major tourist destinations in the German capital, including Tiergarten Park, the Brandenburg Gate, the Holocaust Memorial, the Topography of Terror, and Checkpoint Charlie. It developed into a prominent commercial and cultural hub in Berlin during the nineteenth century.

The embassy area in Berlin is an area where you will find several foreign consulates and embassies. The site is inside the Tiergarten neighbourhood and is known for its boulevards and historic buildings. Therefore, you will find many locals as well as tourists in the Embassy area of Berlin.

Here are some of the top things to do in Berlin:

The Berlin TV tower is one of the most iconic attractions of the German capital and represents reunified Germany. It hosts nearly 1.3 million visitors annually, with a count of almost 6,000 visitors each day during the high season. The TV tower provides a 360° view of Berlin and includes a turning restaurant - the highest in Europe. 

The DDR Museum takes you back in time and offers a glimpse into life in the former Germany Democratic Republic (DDR), also known as East Germany. The museum showcases the culture of the Germans residing in East Germany - a communist state. The DDR Museum is opposite the Berlin Cathedral and lies in the former government district of the DDR. 

The Berlin Wall Museum or the Checkpoint Charlie Museum is the perfect representation of the tensions between all the world superpowers. Due to its rich history and historical significance, The Berlin Wall Museum became one of the most famous border crossings in the city. Visitors can learn about the Berlin Wall and other topics, including the resistance, opposition, and East German Stasi. You can also get an in-depth understanding of why the Berlin Wall was eventually brought down on 9 November 1989. 

The Berlin Dungeon is a genuinely spectacular attraction that blends an incredible cast of theatrical actors with special effects, 360° stages, and spooky stories in an engaging walkthrough experience. Learn about Berlin's gruesome past here. You can explore Berlin's vast history that spans over 800 years through various rides and settings that are most likely to make you scream and laugh. 

A trip to the Illuseum Berlin is an absolute must if you are in and around Berlin. Here, your eyes and mind will play games with you and trick you into thinking, seeing, and believing things that do not exist. The optical illusions, holograms, and mind-tickling riddles are bound to confuse you and teach you more about the human brain. 

The German Spy Museum is a unique attraction that is devoted to the world of espionage. The museum is in the best location, right in the middle of Berlin - the Capital of Spies. The Spy Museum showcases the different techniques deployed by spies dating from ancient Bible history to the present. A must-visit place for those interested to know more about the lives of spies and how they do their business.