4 hours
E-voucher
English
Overview
Benefit from the expertise of a specialist licensed guide on this tour of the Sachsenhausen Concentration Camp, with convenient transfers direct from downtown Berlin. Hear about the Nazi camp system as you travel to the site, then pay tribute as you tour barracks, see the places where murders happened, and learn how today’s Germans have come to terms with the horrors of the Holocaust.
Operated by
Insider Tour Berlin
Ratings & Reviews
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Eye opener
Tara_T, Apr 2025
This was an eye opener on the horrific history of World War II and the uprising of the concentration camps. James our tour guide was fantastic and was beyond knowledgeable. He was able to give us the facts on what, when and why things had been done in a certain way. I learnt a lot with him on the way to the camp and he recommended places to visit after. We’ve done other tours and James was just amazing with his knowledge and delivery of it. Thanks so much!
Response from Host, Apr 2025
Thank you for your thoughtful review! We're so glad to hear that James made such a strong impression with his deep knowledge and engaging delivery. It’s wonderful that the tour was not only educational but also left you with recommendations for further exploration. Your feedback means a lot to us, and we’re thrilled you had such a meaningful experience. Safe travels, The Insider Tour Team
Informative tour very interesting
E5008RVhannahh, Apr 2025
Fantastic tour of a very important part of history. Sad and harrowing in parts but so glad we did it. Our tour guide Rafa was great! Really interesting. He had so much historical knowledge. Highly recommend. 5 stars
Response from Host, Apr 2025
Thank you for your fantastic review! We're so glad to hear that you had a meaningful experience on the tour, despite the difficult subject matter. Rafa is indeed a wonderful guide, and we're happy you found his insights valuable. Your recommendation means a lot to us! Safe travels, The Insider Tour Team
A great historical overview of the Sachsenhausen Concentration Camp
John_C, Apr 2025
Nikolai did a fantastic job telling the story of the Sachsenhausen Concentration Camp. His wealth of knowledge opened up new understanding of the Holocaust.
Response from Host, Apr 2025
Thank you so much for your thoughtful feedback. We're truly glad to hear that Nikolai helped deepen your understanding of such an important and difficult chapter of history. His dedication to sharing knowledge with care and respect is something we deeply value. Safe travels, The Insider Tour Team
Concentration camp tour
maureenbK2387TK, Apr 2025
Nickolai was a great guide, very knowledgeable and kept tour to time. Only negative - an extra 30-60 minutes would have made a difference
Response from Host, Apr 2025
Dear maureenbK2387TK, Thank you for your kind words! We're so glad to hear you enjoyed the tour with Nickolai — he's indeed a fantastic and knowledgeable guide who always strives to give the best experience possible. We appreciate your feedback about the tour duration. While we aim to keep the schedule balanced for all guests, we understand the desire for more time to delve deeper, especially with such a rich and important topic. Safe travels, The Insider Tour Team
Itinerary
Gedenkstatte und Museum Sachsenhausen
Meet us at Friedrichstrasse station, where you will board our hired coach to reach Oranienburg. Along the way, our guide will introduce Sachsenhausen, show you where the inmates would have worked in Oranienburg, and you'll learn more about what the local populations knew about the realities of the immense camp system.
With our guide, you'll walk around the interior of Heinrich Himmmler's, new, modern always expandable Concentration camp. Visit the commandants house, then walk through tower A where the iconic words can still be seen on the gate today "ARBEIT MACHT FREI".
Experience the interior of the camp, where 35,000 people died during the years of its operation between 1936-45. Explore the infirmary barracks, where experimentation took place during the war. Learn about the how Sachsenhausen was re-purposed by the Soviets as a special camp after the World War 2, where an additional 12,500 died after the war, and hear what life was like for the inmates during the years of 1945-1950.
Once the tour has concluded you will be picked up and brought back to Berlin in an air-conditioned bus to our West meeting point at Friedrichstraße station, where our guide will be happy to answer any and all questions you may have about your stay in Berlin.
4 hoursAdmission Included
Experience
Highlights
Inclusions
- Return trip back to Berlin Friedrichstrasse
- Licensed guide trained by memorial authority
- Group tour of Sachsenhausen Concentration Camp Memorial
- Driver
- In-vehicle air conditioning
- €3.00 donation per person to the Sachsenhausen memorial
- Entry into Sachsenhausen Memorial
Exclusions
- Gratuities
- Hotel pickup/drop off
- Food and drinks- please bring snacks and a drink with you
Additional Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Accessible only with collapsible wheelchairs
Guide Languages
English
Cancellation Policy
A full refund will apply if you cancel more than 24 hours before the activity start time.
No refund is possible if you cancel less than 24 hours before the activity start time.