Berlin
Day trip to Potsdam
Day Trips & Local Escapes • 8 hours
5.0
(10)
Day trip to Potsdam
UNESCO World Heritage, fairy-tale castles and knights in shining armor.
What makes this experience special
Key highlights
- Enjoy a train ride from Berlin to the historic town of Potsdam, with your host by your side
- Visit the opulent Sanssouci palace and gardens, the Neuen Garten, or Schloss Cecilienhof - or all three if you’d like!
- Immerse yourself in the beautiful streets of Potsdam - see the red brick houses and other gems in the Dutch Quarter.
- Make a stop at Filmpark Babelsberg - the oldest film studio in the world.
- On the ride back, speak to your host about other Berlin-based adventures and get ideas for how to spend the rest of your trip!
What to know before you go
Here’s everything you need to know before your day unfolds.
8 hours
Fully tailored to your preferences
English Other languages may be requested
What’s included
A private and personalized experience
8 hours with your host
Return train ticket to Potsdam
Sanssouci Palace entry
Walking experience (other transport can be arranged at an additional cost)
What’s not included
Your food and drinks
Tickets to any attractions
Transportation costs other than the ones included in the experience
Gratuities (optional)
Meeting point
Your hotel/apartment or any other central locationCancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experienceWhat to bring
- We recommend wearing comfortable shoes and carrying a light bag for your essentials.
- Public transport may be used during the experience - please bring a travel card or small amount of cash for fares.
How your day could unfold
A flexible, unscripted experience designed entirely around your interests. Your host will adapt the day based on what excites you mostWhat you’ll do
You’ll visit the charming town of Potsdam with one of our local Berlin hosts - bejeweled with its UNESCO World Heritage Site, fairy-tale palaces, stunning parks, and lavish architecture Potsdam will have you swooning.
You’ll take a 25-minute train ride with your host to the capital of Brandenburg State - what could be a more enchanting day trip? We can’t promise frogs turning into princes, but we can promise a day of exploring to remember.
You’ll visit the rococo Sanssouci Palace, the sprawling Neuen Garten, and Schloss Cecilienhof as well as ambling through the historic Dutch Quarter. You couldn’t ask for more (except maybe your own palace, but that’s too much even for us).
Feast like a king or queen on regional cuisine, stop by Studio Baselberg - the oldest in the world - and of course, take a moment or two to indulge in some amber liquid in a traditional beer garden. While it’s impossible to get through everything there is to do in this beautiful town, you can definitely try!
1. Select a date
2. Select start time
3. Tailor your experience
Answer a few quick questions to help your host craft the perfect day tailored to you.
1. What’s your preferred hosting style?
2. How would you like the pace of your day?
3. What’s your walking comfort level?
4. Are you celebrating something special?
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What travelers think of this experience
Lena,
Sep 2023
My family and I had a great experience with Andreas during our time in Berlin / Potsdam. My parents and I don't speak German, and wanted to still have an authentic & historical experience while visiting the area. Andreas went above and beyond our expectations. His knowledge is truly vast, his bilingual skills are excellent, and his friendly demeanor made for a wonderful day. We never felt uncomfortable, he took the day at our preferred pace, and always was respectful of our needs. If you find yourself looking for a day guide, look no further, you'll have a truly memorable experience!
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Donald,
Jun 2023
Yes. He was very polite and helpful. We would never have found our way around the u Bahn and s Bahn without him. Potsdam is very interesting and he made it more so.
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Cari,
Oct 2022
Seth did a great job of making this trip exactly what I wanted. He even pivoted when we had an incorrect meeting address. I have amazing memories and pictures from a foreign land and felt safe doing it with an experienced local.
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Igor,
Oct 2022
Had a fantastic experience contracting City Unscripted for my day trip to Potsdam. Seth was superb. Good communication prior to the date. Flexible with the itinerary to ensure we see and do the things that I am interested in. Totally went with my pace, maintained great conversations with just the right blend of history culture and fun. Found us a killer lunch spot and gave some additional suggestions for things to do based on my personal likes. Couldn’t imagine a better way to spend a day. Wish I had a friend like Seth in every city that I travel to. Cheers!
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Marina,
Sep 2022
Seth was very open to make the trip interesting for me. He kept a light open conversation going. Very interactive discussions led to building the trip as we went. It made the trip special for me. Every place we went to was enjoyable. Thanks Seth! Respond to review
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Nancy,
Jul 2022
Haydee was an excellent tour guide. I thoroughly enjoyed the tour and learned so much. Potsdam was an adorable town and the castles and gardens were extraordinary. I highly recommend the tour and Haydee as the guide. The one thing someone considering the tour should be aware of is the amount of walking required. We tracked our steps and walked about 5-6 miles during the tour.
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