Stop 9
Checkpoint Charlie
About this stop
The former border crossing point Checkpoint Charlie, derived from the international spelling alphabet (Alpha, Bravo, Charlie), was once the most famous border crossing between East and West Berlin during the Cold War. Today it is a fascinating symbol of the division of Germany at the time and an important historical landmark. Here you can experience the history and significance of German division and reunification at first hand.
Address of the stop: Friedrichstr. 43, 10969 Berlin (in front of the Haus am Checkpoint Charlie Museum)
Sights that you can discover at this stop:
- Wall Museum - Museum House at Checkpoint Charlie
- Spy Museum
- Trabant Museum
Departure times
We currently run daily from 10:00 - 18:00 every 15-20 minutes (exact frequency depends on the season and day of the week, for more information please contact our staff on site).
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Download the timetable for your tour here. Our sightseeing buses of the Best of Berlin Tour depart daily from 10am. The exact timing depends on the season and sometimes also on the day of the week. Plan your tour optimally and experience Berlin at your own pace!
Hotels nearby stop 9:
There are a number of wonderful hotels around stop 9 (Checkpoint Charlie). If you stay overnight in one of these hotels, you can quickly and easily board your bus for the Best of Berlin Tour. Whether luxurious or cosy, these hotels offer you the ideal base from which to explore Berlin.
The following hotels are close to stop 9:
Mercure Hotel & Residence
Courtyard by Marriott
The following hotels are close to stop 9: