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Beautiful Baroque Potsdam: A Self-Guided Audio Tour

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75 to 120 minutes (approx.)
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Offered in: English
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Overview

See Potsdam’s Old Town, one of the most beautiful baroque centers in all of Europe, at your own pace with this affordable walking tour.

• Stand in the shadows of three of the old city gates and learn about the city’s Jewish community
• Hear from producer Jo Eckardt, owner and founder of A Friend in Berlin tour company
• Do it all in 75 minutes or linger at stops along the way with complete control over when you start and finish
• Get unlimited use before your booking date and after it
• Use the virtual tour option at home

Once you’ve booked, you’ll receive a ticket with instructions and a unique code listed under “Before You Go”. Then simply install the VoiceMap app and enter your code.

The app displays directions to the starting point, and when you’re in the right place, just pop in your headphones and tap start. VoiceMap has automatic GPS playback, with turn-by-turn directions. It also works offline.

What's Included

  • Lifetime access to this tour in English
  • VoiceMap app for Android and iOS
  • Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata
  • Smartphone and headphones
  • Transportation
  • Food and drink
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Lustgarten
14467 Potsdam, Germany

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Ringerkolonnade (pass by)

Potsdam’s Old Town is one of the most beautiful baroque centers in all of Europe, yet the city is often overshadowed by its popular neighbour, Berlin. On this walking tour, I’ll share some of East Germany’s unique appeal with you. You’ll hear its history from as far back as the 1700s, through to World War II, all the way to today. I’ll show you the main sights, some lesser-known but equally rewarding spots, and a few of my favourite places in the city too.You’ll start outside the Ringerkolonnade, the recognisable set of columns that stand tall beside Landtag Brandenburg, a replica of Potsdam’s former royal palace which, today, is the seat of the Brandenburg Parliament.
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Brandenburg State Parliament (pass by)

You’ll hear why the faces of kings on the obelisk in the square’s centre were replaced with the faces of architects. I’ll also point out the Barberini Palace Museum and the Old City Hall – both restored since World War II – and St Nicolai Church which managed to survive the destruction.
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Museum Barberini (pass by)

You’ll hear why the faces of kings on the obelisk in the square’s centre were replaced with the faces of architects. I’ll also point out the Barberini Palace Museum and the Old City Hall – both restored since World War II – and St Nicolai Church which managed to survive the destruction.
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Fortunaportal (pass by)

You’ll hear why the faces of kings on the obelisk in the square’s centre were replaced with the faces of architects. I’ll also point out the Barberini Palace Museum and the Old City Hall – both restored since World War II – and St Nicolai Church which managed to survive the destruction.
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Old Market Square (pass by)

I’ll show you Alter Markt, the Old Market Square, once considered one of Europe’s most beautiful squares.
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Potsdam Museum - Forum fur Kunst und Geschichte (pass by)

I’ll also point out the Barberini Palace Museum and the Old City Hall – both restored since World War II – and St Nicolai Church which managed to survive the destruction.
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St. Nicholas' Church, Potsdam (pass by)

I’ll also point out the Barberini Palace Museum and the Old City Hall – both restored since World War II – and St Nicolai Church which managed to survive the destruction.
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Ehemals Alte Synagoge Potsdam (pass by)

On this Potsdam walking tour, you’ll also have a chance to learn about the city’s Jewish community as you pass the Alte Synagoge (Potsdam’s old Synagogue).
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St. Peter und Paul (pass by)

You'll pass by the church of St Peter and Paul.
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Dutch Quarter (pass by)

I’ll show you how to reach the Dutch Quarter, Potsdam’s very own little Amsterdam, where you’ll see the charming red-brick houses that were built under the second Prussian King, who wanted to attract the Dutch but, instead, attracted Huguenots.
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Jan Bouman Haus (pass by)

On this self-guided walking tour, you'll have the chance to pass by Jan Bouman Haus.
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Nauen Gate (pass by)

On this Potsdam walking tour, you’ll also have a chance to stand in the shadows of three of the old city gates: Nauener Tor, Jagertor, and Potsdam’s very own Brandenburg Gate.
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Jagertor (pass by)

On this Potsdam walking tour, you’ll also have a chance to stand in the shadows of three of the old city gates: Nauener Tor, Jagertor, and Potsdam’s very own Brandenburg Gate.
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Stiftung Gedenkstatte Lindenstrasse (pass by)

You'll pass by Stiftung Gedenkstatte Lindenstrasse.
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Brandenburg Gate (Brandenburger Tor) (pass by)

On this Potsdam walking tour, you’ll also have a chance to stand in the shadows of three of the old city gates: Nauener Tor, Jagertor, and Potsdam’s very own Brandenburg Gate.
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Alter Stadtwächter (pass by)

You'll pass by Alter Stadtwachter.
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Alte Wache (pass by)

On this self-guided walking tour, you'll have the chance to pass by the guard house, Alte Wache.
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Alter Stadtkanal (pass by)

On this Potsdam walking tour, you’ll also have a chance to stroll along Platz der Einheit (the Square of Unity), Bassinplatz (Bassin Square), the Alter Kanal (Alter Canal) and the Potsdam’s Neuer Markt (New Market Square).
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Am Neuen Markt (pass by)

On this Potsdam walking tour, you’ll also have a chance to stroll along Platz der Einheit (the Square of Unity), Bassinplatz (Bassin Square), the Alter Kanal (Alter Canal) and the Potsdam’s Neuer Markt (New Market Square).
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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Please note: You won't be guided through any museums or other attractions mentioned en route. If you choose to enter and visit such places, you'll need to pay for it independently of this tour.

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Beautiful Baroque Potsdam: A Self-Guided Audio Tour?

A: This tour is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded. Read more Apr 2025

Cancellation Policy

This tour is non-refundable and cannot be changed for any reason. If you cancel or ask for an amendment, the amount you paid will not be refunded.

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What's Included

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  • Lifetime access to this tour in English
  • VoiceMap app for Android and iOS
  • Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata
  • Smartphone and headphones
  • Transportation
  • Food and drink

Additional Info

Activity name

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Please note: You won't be guided through any museums or other attractions mentioned en route. If you choose to enter and visit such places, you'll need to pay for it independently of this tour.

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