Private Gardens & Palaces of Potsdam Tour

Potsdam is Berlin’s most popular day-trip destination and for good reason. It’s a veritable playground for biking with many Prussian and Cold War sights tucked deep in parks and along quiet alleyways. Come prepared for an action-filled day!

We start by taking the train our TV Tower shop for the 25+km journey to Potsdam, where our bikes are waiting for you. In 6.5 - 7 hours, including transport time, our tour covers about 16 km (10 miles) so there is a bit more biking than our other Berlin tours. However, Potsdam is also quite flat with lots of sights and stops.

Here are some of the many reasons why we think you’ll love our Gardens & Palaces of Potsdam Bike Tour:

Realizing that with its 20+ palaces, numerous parks and gardens, unique WWII and Cold War role in history, and distinct present-day flair, that Potsdam is far more than the “Versailles of Berlin”, but rather earning of its UNESCO World Heritage status in many ways.
Appreciating the power, lifestyle, and grandeur of the Hohenzollern legacy through their various lavish gardens, parks, and palaces.
Understanding the impact the Potsdam Agreement at Cecilienhof had on Europe to close out World War II foreshadowing an era of tension and distrust in the ensuing Cold War. Entry and audio guide into Cecilienhof Palace are included and we give you plenty of time to explore the interior!
Comparing the Potsdam of today - a vibrant university city filled with creative minds and energy - within the backdrop of life under communism behind the Iron Curtain.

At the end of our tour we will journey on the train back to our shop in Alexanderplatz.

Booking a Private Tour is fast, easy, and a great value. It takes only a few minutes to book online and you will receive a confirmation instantly. Just click “Reserve Now,” select your tour date and number of participants, and choose from the available times to start your tour. As soon as your click “Book it” you will be shown the best-priced option for your group to review before purchasing. Once you complete your online booking you are ready to go!!!

At our shop you will be greeted by your private guide who will have your bikes prepared and ready for your tour. Not only will you each enjoy our normal shop services before and after tour, but you will also enjoy complementary bottles of water to take on tour, as well as free ponchos should it rain. As a Private Tour Customer you will also be able to enjoy your bikes after tour for the remainder of the day at no extra charge.

And of course, on tour you will enjoy the experienced leadership of our attentive and entertaining guides. We pride ourselves on a superlative level of personal attention, and look forward to welcoming you on tour! Please find more information by clicking on the various tabs above, or click “Reserve Now” to start your booking.

Some of the great sites on this tour include: Sanssouci Palace, Cecilienhof Palace, the Dutch Quarter, Luisenplatz, the New Palace, Glienicke Bridge (“Bridge of Spies”), and much more!

Duration

Approximately 6.5 hours
Activity Type

Day Tour
Activity Level

Leisurely
Availability

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Includes
- Comfortable cruiser- or city-style bike
- Helmet (provided but optional)
- Experienced, English-speaking guide
- Option to keep your bike after tour at a discounted rate
- Free bike rental after your tour for the remainder of the day
Good to Know
- This tour is conducted in English by our experienced team of guides.
- Each bike has an easy-to-use luggage rack, perfect for small bags or extra layers. Larger bags can be locked up in our shop during the tour.
- We will make a lunch stop during the tour. Please be sure to have cash with as any food is not included.
- We always stop at each site, so there's plenty of time to take great pictures!
Pricing

Booking a private tour online is fast, easy, and you will receive an instant confirmation. Once you’ve booked you are ready to tour! The price of your private tour depends on the size of your group:
- Groups of up to 5 people are a group-price of €370
- Groups of up to 10 people are a group-price of €700
- Groups of up to 15 people are a group-price of €1000
If you have more than 15 people, each additional person over 15 is €60 each.

To place your booking, first choose which group size fits your group, then select the number of groups of that size you would like to reserve (you will likely be selecting “1” group unless you are booking multiple different groups). If your group has more than 15 participants, you should select “1 Group of up to 15” then additionally select the number of people over 15 (for example, for a group of 22 people you would select one group of 15 and add 7 extra guests). Once you add your selection to the cart your total price will be displayed for you to review.
Meeting Point
Private tours meet directly at our fully-stocked shop, centrally located at the base of the giant TV Tower (Fernsehturm) in Alexanderplatz. When facing the entrance to the tower, our shop is around the right-hand corner.

Tour Highlights

Sanssouci Palace
Nikolai Church
Old Town Hall
Dutch Quarter
New Gate
Brandenburg Gate Potsdam
Chinese House
Stop for lunch at traditional german restaurant (not included)
New Palace
Orangerie Palace
Obelisk
Alexandrowka
Cecilienhof Palace
Glienicke Bridge
And more...

Frequently Asked Questions

Expand/Collapse Where is the meeting point?

Private tours meet directly at our fully-stocked shop, centrally located at the base of the giant TV Tower (Fernsehturm) in Alexanderplatz. When facing the entrance to the tower, our shop is around the right-hand corner.
Expand/Collapse Are reservations required for this tour?

Private Tours can only be guaranteed when booked in advance. We recommend booking as far in advance as possible. We are, however, happy to book last minute Private Tours when possible.
Expand/Collapse What do I need to bring with me on tour?

Be sure to bring your camera and some cash for the lunch break. We also recommend that you bring an extra layer of clothing in case it get’s chilly during the tour. There is a luggage rack on our bikes so you can easily carry some small items with you.
Expand/Collapse Do I need to reserve a bike separately?

No- the bike is included with the bike tour, so just bring yourself and we will take care of the rest!
Expand/Collapse Do we stop for lunch?

Yes, we will make a stop for lunch during the tour. Please remember that the cost of food is not included in the tour price, so make sure to have some cash with you.