Where It All Began: Berlin’s Queer & Trans History Tour
Overview
️ Discover over 100 years of queer and trans history on this immersive walking tour of Berlin, the birthplace of the modern LGBTQIA+ rights movement.
Long before Stonewall, Berlin was home to the world’s first queer activists, pioneering trans identities, and a thriving lesbian and gay nightlife scene. From early LGBTQIA+ rights movements to queer resistance under the Nazis, from underground cabarets to legendary clubs like Berghain, this tour uncovers the hidden history that shaped queer culture worldwide.
Led by a queer activist, social scientist, and certified sex educator, this one-of-a-kind guided experience brings history to life through 200+ historical photos, rare audio clips, videos, personal quotes, and interactive quiz questions. Plus, Augmented Reality (AR) Mixies allow you to take selfies with historic queer figures!
Perfect for: LGBTQIA+ travelers, history buffs, Berlin locals, and allies looking for an unforgettable experience.
What's Included
- ✔ 200+ rare historical photos, videos, and archival materials
- ✔ Insider tips on Berlin’s modern queer nightlife and events
- ✔ Augmented Reality (AR) elements to bring history to life
- ✔ Mixies: Take fun, personalized photos with Augmented Reality elements for lasting memories
- ✔ Guided walking tour led by a queer activist & gender scholar
- Tea and coffee A drink at the café we might visit for a break
Meeting Location
Else-Lasker-Schüler-Straße 18
10783 Berlin, Germany
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
Nollendorfpl. 5
10777 Berlin, Germany
What To Expect
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Karl-Heinrich-Ulrichs-Straße 1
5 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Nollendorfplatz
20 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Schwerinstraße 13
20 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Nollendorfstraße 17
20 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Magnus-Apotheke
20 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Denns BioMarkt
20 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Prinz Eisenherz
15 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Connection
15 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Internationale Stele GEGEN DAS VERGESSEN
20 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Metropol
15 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (8)
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Frequently Asked Questions (8)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Shore Excursions customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CET).
- This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- ✔ 200+ rare historical photos, videos, and archival materials.
- ✔ Insider tips on Berlin’s modern queer nightlife and events.
- ✔ Augmented Reality (AR) elements to bring history to life.
- ✔ Mixies: Take fun, personalized photos with Augmented Reality elements for lasting memories.
- ✔ Guided walking tour led by a queer activist & gender scholar.
- Tea and coffee. A drink at the café we might visit for a break.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025The minimum age to participate is 18..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Where It All Began: Berlin’s Queer & Trans History Tour is as follows:
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Where It All Began: Berlin’s Queer & Trans History Tour will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- ✔ 200+ rare historical photos, videos, and archival materials
- ✔ Insider tips on Berlin’s modern queer nightlife and events
- ✔ Augmented Reality (AR) elements to bring history to life
- ✔ Mixies: Take fun, personalized photos with Augmented Reality elements for lasting memories
- ✔ Guided walking tour led by a queer activist & gender scholar
- Tea and coffeeA drink at the café we might visit for a break
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers
