Charlottenburg Palace with an excursion to Potsdam
ID: GYG395036-927788
Category:
Country: Germany
Duration:
08:00 hours
Description
On this visit to Charlottenburg Palace we will first tour the former summer residence in Berlin of Sofia Charlotte of Prussia. Afterwards, we will travel to Potsdam to see its beautiful palaces.
This excursion takes us to the most notable palaces in the region, where we can enjoy the splendid atmosphere of German royalty.
Our first stop is the Charlottenburg Palace built in the 17th century as the summer residence for Queen Sofia Charlotte of Prussia. We admire richly decorated rooms in the baroque style filled of luxurious furniture and lavish interiors. The porcelain room is going to leave you amazed!
Next we will travel to Potsdam, the old residence of kings and emperors. Our first point is going to be
gigantic New Palace - the last great architectural work promoted by the Prussian king Frederick the Great. Built at the end of the War of the Seven Years, was intended to confirm the importance of Prussia as a European power
Afterwards we will go to the most splendid thing in Potsdam - the palace summer holiday of King Frederick the Great - Sanssouci. It is there where the "Old Fritz" received the eminent philosophers of the age of enlightenment as. Taking advantage of the beautiful landscapes we will walk through the beautiful gardens and parks to reach the Brandenburg Gate - located in the historic center of Potsdam.
From this moment we will take a 1 hour break, where you can go eat, take pictures or visit the picturesque Dutch Quarter.
We will go to the last point of the route, the Cecilienhof Palace. it is there where after the Second World War three world powers met to define the destiny of Germany. During the panoramic visit (not interiors) we will discuss the details of the conference of the big three led by Winston Churchill, Harry Truman and Joseph Stalin.
Departure to Berlin and we will arrive at the starting point after eight hours touring.
Highlights
- Visit Charlottenburg Palace in Berlin with audioguide
- Admire the New Palace - the last royal residence of Frederick the Great
- Discover the Sanssouci Palace - the summer residence wtih vineyard terraces
- Walk under Potsdam’s very own Brandenburg Gate
- See the Cecilienhof Country House - the Site of the Potsdam Conference
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Neptune Fountain, on the sidewalk of Spandauer Strasse.
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
Cancellation is not possible. If you cancel it anyway or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity and the money you paid will not be refunded.