Berlin is one of Europe’s most cosmopolitan and forward-thinking capitals. When the Berlin Wall fell in 1989, a sweeping transformation took hold and is powerfully symbolized in the Reichstag, Germany’s parliament building. Monuments of wartime are everywhere here, from remnants of the wall to Checkpoint Charlie. Prewar treasures include the baroque Charlottenburg Palace and 13th-century St. Nicholas Church. Straddling the Spree River and peppered with grand theaters and more than 170 museums—many of them on Museum Island—today’s Berlin is a major cultural center.
Shore Excursions
Shore excursions vary by itinerary and are subject to change.
Panoramic Berlin
Witness Berlin’s resurgence, an intriguing blend of modern sophistication and sobering reminders of the past.
Flavors of Berlin
Sample the flavors of Berlin at some popular culinary institutions while exploring the city like a local.
Berlin by Night
Marvel at Berlin’s magnificent monuments as they are grandly illuminated by city lights during a panoramic tour.
Berlin Dinner Cruise
Set sail through the heart of Berlin, admiring important landmarks while enjoying a delicious dinner.
Friedrichstadt-Palast Theater
Experience an unforgettable evening at the Friedrichstad-Palast theater, home to one of the world’s biggest stages.
Hidden Gems of Berlin by Bike
Discover Berlin during a bicycle ride to lesser-known sights in the neighborhoods of former East Berlin.
Berlin During the Cold War
Explore Berlin and learn about life since reunification as you visit some of the city’s iconic sights.
Videos
Christmas Along the Elbe
This 10-day itinerary from Prague to Berlin (or the reverse) introduces the festive, time-honored holiday traditions of Christmas markets—all while showcasing the cultural heritage and history born along the Elbe.
Thanksgiving in Europe
Celebrate Thanksgiving with Viking on November sailings. There is no better way to complement your succulent turkey dinner than with a stroll through one of Europe’s cultural capitals.
Explore Europe with Viking
Sail Europe’s picturesque waterways in elegant comfort with Viking. Ranging from 7 to 23 days, our itineraries offer a wealth of unforgettable journeys across the continent.
Are You a First-Time River Cruiser?
There is no more enriching and convenient way to travel than on a Viking river cruise. If you are new to river cruising and would like to know what you can expect, watch this video.
Cooking with Karine: Bratwurst
Taste a variety of German delicacies with Karine in Nuremberg’s medieval district, and learn some of the best side dishes to go with them, perhaps paired with a local brew.
The Berlin Airlift
Go behind the scenes at Tempelhof Airport, long closed to visitors, and learn about the famed “Raisin Bombers” and their role during the historic Berlin Airlift, the largest in history.
Shopping in Berlin
Today’s Berlin is a veritable treasure trove of gift ideas for the holidays. Join Karine as she shares some of her favorite things in the cosmopolitan German capital.
Jewish Museum
Designed by New York architect Daniel Libeskind, Berlin’s compelling Jewish Museum provides an unforgettable journey through Jewish culture and a rich chronicle of memory and hope.
German Language Lesson
Learn a few useful German words and phrases with Rebecca, your Viking tutor. Prost!
Explore: Berlin
Experience a vibrant city that is always reinventing itself. See iconic Brandenburg Gate, the Berlin Wall and the Reichstag, an architectural masterpiece. Stroll around Museum Island or go shopping in the Mitte District.
