School History Trips to Berlin
When the time is right, Berlin's waiting
- Art
- Culture
- Christmas Markets
- Language
Prepare to be captivated by the complex history that lies beneath the vibrant urban culture of Berlin. Explore the rise and fall of the Berlin Wall, a symbol of division and reconciliation, and pay your respects at poignant war memorials that serve as powerful reminders of the persecutions of the Nazi era. School trips to Berlin are jam-packed with iconic site visits – the Brandenburg Gate, the Reichstag, the House of the Wannsee Conference… And these sites all have spectacular stories behind them that have shaped Germany and the wider world.
A history trip to Berlin will uncover an alluring network of stories that will captivate, inspire, and magnify the learning experience of your students. From exploring breath-taking tales of wartime bravery to discovering an incredible city reborn from the ashes of conflict, a Berlin school trip will stay with your students for a lifetime.
We get it – history can be heavy! That’s why our Berlin school trips are designed to be both educational and fun. Berlin is cool, contemporary, creative, and full of exciting exploration and excursions – we’ll strike that perfect balance.
Our Recommended Itinerary
Here’s what your trip could look like
Day 1
Flight to Berlin and airport transfer
Berlin TV Tower
Fun Files quiz
Day 2
Visit the House of the Wannsee Conference
Memorial and Museum Sachsenhausen
Visit the Reichstag
Day 3
Berliner Unterwelten Guided Tour
DDR Museum
Airport transfer and flight home
A typical quote is based on a 3 day, 2 night tour for 40 passengers (+4 free places) travelling in October 2025 and includes, subject to availability:
- Return flights from UK to Berlin
- Return airport transfers in resort
- 1 full day additional coaching (Wannsee & Sachsenhausen day)
- Half board accommodation
- Travel insurance
- Free staff place ratio 1:10
- 24/7 support
- Vamoos travel app & info pack
- Tailor-made itinerary
- VAT
Optional Extras
- History Tour Guide
- Dedicated Tour Manager
- Hoodies and Polo Shirts
Excursions in Berlin
What to expect with School History Trips to Berlin
Potsdamer Platz
Nouveau Hackesche Höfe...
Stolpersteine project
The Memorial to the Mu...
Memorial to the Sinti ...
Memorial to Homosexual...
Berlin Story Bunker Mu...
East Side Gallery
Berlin Walking Tour
Memorial and Museum Sa...
Berlin Wall Memorial &...
The Brandenburg Gate
Topography of Terror E...
Checkpoint Charlie
Reichstag
Berlin TV Tower
Former Stasi Prison
DDR Museum
River Spree Cruise
East Side Bowling
Berlin Zoo
Olympiastadion
Jewish Museum
Treptower Park – Sovie...
House of the Wannsee C...
Hard Rock Café Berlin
Alternative Itineraries
Expertly tailored to the curriculum
The History of the Nazis & the Holocaust
View our specialist itinerary that focuses on this specific area of the curriculum.
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Popular places to stay in Berlin
- Green courtyard
- In the centre of Berlin
- Breakfast buffet
- Variety of ensuite rooms
- Wi-Fi
- 24 hour reception
- Explore Berlin conveniently and quickly
- Enjoy the breakfast buffet
- Relax in the green courtyard
- Cool with a capital C!
- Good access to public transport links
- Multi, quad, triple, twin and single beds
- En-suite rooms
- Perfect for school groups
- Varied breakfast and dinner menus
- Great chill out area with oversized table football
- Lounge area
- Garden
- Restaurant and bar
- Wi-Fi
Customer Feedback
“This fantastic youth Hostel is cool with a capital C. Staying on a half board basis the food was varied and plentiful ensuring our students were well fuelled at the start and the end of each day!
- Kick back in the games room
- Relax in the lounge area
- Enjoy some fresh air in the garden
- Grab a bite to eat and drink in the restaurant and bar
- Hop on the train to the centre of Berlin for sightseeing
- Located beside Humboldthain Park in the Mitte district
- 5 minute walk from Gesundbrunnen Centre shopping mall
- Within walking distance of Berliner Unterwelten underground tour
- Multi, quad, triple, twin and single beds with en-suite rooms
- Wi-Fi
- Customer Feedback: "Hotel was good value for money, staff were helpful and there were no problems with the service!" Our Lady of Sion Senior School
- Customer Feedback: "Our second year staying here! It's ideal for school groups, serves excellent breakfast & dinner and is in the perfect location." St Paul's Academy
- Family-friendly club room with pool table, table football, darts and TV
- Karaoke
- Vending machine
- Luggage storage
- Wi-Fi
- Spend some time in the club room playing pool or darts
- Enjoy a night of karaoke
- Walk to the Gesundbrunnen Centre for a spot of shopping
- Grab a bite to eat in one of the nearby restaurants or bars
- Relax in Humboldthain Park just next door
Curriculum Information
All secondary school students
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Curricular Links
- The formation of Germany
- Imperial German history
- The First World War
- The Weimar Republic
- Nazism
- The Second World War
- The Holocaust
- The Cold War
- The EU and modern Europe
Exploring Berlin History on foot and using public transport!
We recently travelled on a History Tour to Berlin with the students of Holy Cross School, accompanied by their History Tour Guide Trevor, to embark on a 4-day exploration of Berlin using its network of excellent public transport links!
Brace yourself for what was a unique adventure, packed with thousands of steps, keeping students’ hearts and minds busy from morning until night!
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Special Feature
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Explore History Hub!
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History Tour Guides
Here's why we recommend a History Tour Guide to enhance your School History Trip to Berlin.
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Because choice is what makes life interesting
Munich
Exploring democracy and dictatorship or international relations? Why not do it in Munich?
Krakow
Exploring international relations or the history of the Polish people and the Communist state? Do it in Krakow.
Berlin & Krakow
Focusing on the rise of the Nazis, the Holocaust and WWII? Try a two-centre tour; Berlin & Krakow.
Real experiences
Why schools choose us
FAQs about this tour
Find the answers to some of our most frequently asked questions.
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Is Berlin suitable for both GCSE and A-Level students?
Absolutely. The benefit of having a History Tour Guide to accompany your tour, is that they can add a more intense focus to your students learning experience.
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What is the best time of year to visit Berlin on school history trip?
The great news is that you can pretty much travel all year round – but bear in mind it can be cold in winter!
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Does the Berlin trip work well as a two centre tour when combined with Krakow?
Absolutely yes. Your students will be able to focus on the Final Solution In Berlin and the consequences that followed in Krakow.
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Is Berlin only suitable for History trips?
Berlin is a great destination for all kinds of trips! As the beating heart of Germany, Berlin is a unique mix of urban edge, cultural expression and palpable history. Aside from the city’s rich history, students can practice their language skills or around Christmas time, explore the city squares lined with garland-bedecked stalls and the aroma of marzipan and fried doughnuts!
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How can I prepare my students for the content we will explore on the trip?
Being tailor-made, our trips are designed to align with your curriculum and class’s interests. We have a wealth of FREE resources and fun games to utilise, and insightful blogs. Check out… ‘Brilliant Things You Can Do to Enhance Your WW1 and WW2 History Tour’.
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Are there any opportunities for alternative activities to provide a break from hard-hitting history topics?
Absolutely! We recognise the importance of a well-rounded experience and strive to engage students in the world of history while also allowing them time to decompress. Our tours can offer a variety of activities, so students can achieve the right balance between immersive learning and chill time.
A Historic Podcast with 2 Excellent History Tour Guides!
Trevor Booker: The History Tour Guide Bringing the Past to Life
Travel in safe hands
Your safety is of the utmost importance to us and we monitor the safety aspects of all of our tours to ensure you have a memorable experience for all the right reasons.
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