Reichstag & Government Quarter Tours: The 10 Best Visits

1.Reichstag, Dome and Government District Guided Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 18,288 reviews · 2 - 2.5 hours · from $18Our pick

Walk through Berlin’s government district with guides such as Stefan, Andy, and Eva, then visit the Reichstag’s Plenarsaal and glass dome when access allows. Learn how Germany’s parliament works, hear stories of East and West Berlin, and enjoy broad city views from the rooftop terrace. The 2 to 2.5-hour tour runs in English or German.

“Really liked the tour guide. Well spoken and knowledgeable.”

Check availability →Read our full review

2.Government District around the Reichstag Guided Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 8,447 reviews

Walk from the Futurium across the Spree through Berlin’s government quarter. Your live English or German guide explains the Berlin Wall, Chancellery, parliamentary buildings, and Reichstag exterior. The tour lasts 75 to 90 minutes and ends outside the Reichstag. Entry to the building and dome requires separate registration.

“It was a very hot day.The guide was excellent with a good sense of humor. We enjoyed the tour.”

Check availability →Read our full review

3.Reichstag, Plenary Chamber, Cupola & Government Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 8,422 reviews · 2.5 hours · from $18

Walk beside the Spree past Berlin’s parliament buildings, the Federal Chancellery, and a section of the Berlin Wall. Then enter the Reichstag for a German-language talk in the plenary chamber and free time on the roof terrace and glass dome. Guides such as Tobias and Ulrich have helped non-German speakers with brief summaries, but strong German is required.

“Very nice tour, our guide was fantastic! Really informative!”

Check availability →Read our full review

4.Government District Tour and Reichstag Dome Visit

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 4,254 reviews · 1.5 - 3 hours · from $45

Walk Berlin’s government district with a German or English-speaking guide, passing the Chancellery, embassies, parliament buildings, and Platz der Republik. Finish at the Reichstag dome and roof terrace. German tours include a plenary hall presentation, while English tours visit the dome and roof terrace only.

“Arvid was an excellent guide. Fantastic knowledge and a really engaging style. Loved every minute of it and learned so much.”

Check availability →Read our full review

5.Government Quarter Tour and Reichstag Dome Visit

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 3,893 reviews · from $19

Join a German-speaking guide for a three-hour walk through Berlin’s government quarter, passing the Chancellery, Paul-Löbe-House, and Marie-Elisabeth-Lüders-Haus before entering the Reichstag. The tour includes a Bundestag presentation and the glass dome. Guides such as Stephan, Stefan, Klaus, and Ecki have been praised for lively explanations, though English is not guaranteed.

“The tour guide was super knowledgeable professional and funny at times. Very happy with this tour.”

Check availability →Read our full review

6.Private Reichstag and Glass Dome Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 2,226 reviews · 1h 30m Top rated

Walk from the Academy of Arts past Brandenburg Gate and Berlin’s government quarter with a private guide in English, German, French, or Italian. Finish on the Reichstag roof terrace and glass dome, where you can see across Berlin. Guides such as Arvid, Daniela, Matthias, and Jean-Pierre tailor the history to your interests.

“Laine was very knowledgeable and helpful. The tour far exceeded our expectations. Thank you so much!”

Check availability →Read our full review

7.Rooftop Breakfast at Käfer Restaurant Reichstag

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 1,828 reviews · 1h 15m · from $46

Reserve a 75-minute breakfast at Käfer Restaurant on the Reichstag roof. You’ll pass Bundestag security, enjoy bread, pastries, cold cuts, cheeses, eggs, fruit, and jams, then explore the glass dome with a free audio guide in several languages. Coffee and other drinks cost extra.

“Great view of the city! They had friendly staff and a great variety of foods. Maganimity and kind classiness of the wait staff and kitchen staff makes this place a great gem to visit.”

Check availability →Read our full review

8.Rooftop Aperitif at Reichstag Käfer Restaurant

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 1,370 reviews · 1 hour · from $50

Reserve a one-hour aperitif at Käfer Restaurant atop Berlin’s Reichstag. You’ll receive savory and sweet treats, prosecco, and unlimited coffee or tea, then explore the glass dome with a free multilingual audio guide. Entry is through security on Scheidemannstraße, and every participant needs a valid passport or ID.

“Everything was OK! The Prosecco, the snacks, the organisation, but a little bit overpriced!”

Check availability →Read our full review

9.Rooftop Lunch at the Reichstag’s Käfer Restaurant

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 869 reviews · 1h 30m · from $88

Reserve a 90-minute lunch at Käfer Restaurant on the Reichstag rooftop. Your meal includes a seasonal starter, a choice of meat, fish, or vegetarian main, dessert, and one glass of Gio Secco. After lunch, explore the famous glass dome and use its free audio guide. Bring your passport or ID.

“Beautifully presented food in an iconic location - what’s not to love?”

Check availability →Read our full review

10.Rooftop Dinner at the Käfer Restaurant Reichstag

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 376 reviews · 3 hours · from $152

Reserve a three-hour dinner at Käfer Restaurant atop Berlin’s Reichstag. You’ll pass Bundestag security, enjoy an aperitif, seasonal four-course meal, mineral water, and coffee or tea, then take in Berlin from the glass dome and roof terrace. Bring your passport or ID, arrive early, and expect a fixed menu with limited main-course choices.

“Simply wonderful. The food selections offered from appetizer to dessert were DELICIOUS! Service was impeccable unlike many other restaurants/ beer gardens in Berlin. I scheduled dinner just before sunset... arrive early to enjoy the beautiful view atop the Reichstag because you are not able to enjoy the sunset sitting at you table in the Kafer. HOWEVER, you can enjoy the city lights and stay in the dome or roof top till midnight and view the city and lovely evening breeze.”

Check availability →Read our full review