Alexanderplatz Walking Tour (Self Guided), Berlin

One of Berlin’s cosmopolitan hearts, Alexanderplatz (or Alexander Square) is a true hive of activity. There is always something going on here: Christmas markets, Easter fairs, buskers, performances, Oktoberfest, and the list is countless. Easily accessible, with lots of transport connections and all manner of drink and food outlets, it’s a great place to hang around, take photos, and enjoy some of the popular spots before exploring other major Berlin attractions.

One of the most intriguing landmarks on the square, the continually rotating “World Clock” is central Berlin’s best-known meeting point and makes for some very cool photo ops. Conceived in the communist era and still in use after over 50 years of operation, it is a product of the same school responsible for the iconic TV Tower (Fernsehturm, also known as “The Toothpick”), which can be seen nearby and from almost anywhere in the city. While the tower features a revolving restaurant above, tucked at its foot is the Momotaro Tavern, excellent for a quick bite.

BODY WORLDS is a must-do if you’re interested in the science behind the human body. You can spend an hour or two reading the information, which is didactically more appealing than any biology book. Also enjoyable is the Little BIG City adjacent – a model city that entertains, bringing out the inner kid in ‘big’ visitors, too.

For the brave at heart, Marienkirche’s 234 steps await further along the way, leading to the top of the church’s mighty towers and viewing platform in between.

Take this self-guided walking tour to make your visit to Alexanderplatz & surroundings easier to navigate!

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How it works: Download the app "GPSmyCity: Walks in 1K+ Cities" from Apple App Store or Google Play Store to your mobile phone or tablet. The app turns your mobile device into a personal tour guide and its built-in GPS navigation functions guide you from one tour stop to next. The app works offline, so no data plan is needed when traveling abroad.

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Guide Name: Alexanderplatz Walking Tour
Guide Location: Germany » Berlin (See other walking tours in Berlin)
Guide Type: Self-guided Walking Tour (Sightseeing)
Tour Duration: 1 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 1.6 Km or 1 Miles

Sights Featured in This Walk

WalkBuilder (customize this walk)

Use the WalkBuilder tool below to customize this walk to suit your interests. Instructions: click

at the upper right corner in the map above to view other sights in the city. To learn more about a sight, click a map pin. Click the “+” or “–” to add or remove a sight from the walk. To reorder the selected sights, simply drag and move them up or down the list in the left column.

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Frequently Asked Questions

1. How do I access my walking tour in Berlin?
Save your walking tour on the website. Then download the GPSmyCity app from the Apple App Store or Google Play Store and sign in to your GPSmyCity account. Next, download “Berlin Map and Walking Tours” within the app. Your walk will appear on the Walks screen.

2. How do I view other attractions in Berlin?
At the upper-right corner of the map above, click the “Nearby Sights” button to show or hide other sights in the city. Click a map pin to view details about a sight. To add a sight to your walk, find it in the right column of the WalkBuilder tool above and click the “+” button next to it.

3. How do I re-arrange the sight order?
In the left column of the WalkBuilder tool, drag a sight to move it up or down the list. Then click “Click here to view route map”. Repeat this process until the route meets your needs.

4. Can I add my hotel to a walking tour?
Yes. You can add your hotel as the starting point, the ending point, or both (creating a loop route). This feature is currently available only in the GPSmyCity app.

5. Can I add my own sights to a walking tour?
Yes. You can add sightss that are not in our database and include them in your walk. To do so, sign in to your GPSmyCity account on the website or use the GPSmyCity app.

6. How many sights can be included in a walking tour?
For technical reasons, the number of sights in a walking tour is currently capped at 20. This limit may be increased over time.

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