Maria Bergman
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I am half-Swedish, half-Japanese, and I grew up in Sweden. At an early age, I became restless and moved to London, where I studied theatre and history. During my time in London, I worked as an actress and also as a tour guide. The high cost of living and hectic lifestyle in London made me move to Berlin. My first visit was only supposed to be a fun weekend with my friends, but I fell in love with the city and kept coming back.
In the end, I decided to move because I was able to arrange a job as a tour guide. I have now lived here since 2007 and plan to stay. Germany’s history is incredibly fascinating and important to remember. It was easy for me to adapt the experience I had from the UK. This is a job where you’re constantly evolving and learning. It’s a privilege for me to share my knowledge with the visitors of this incredible city.
My primary muse is Berlin’s architectural fabric, including the UNESCO world heritage housing estates, postwar reconstruction projects, 1960s slum clearance policies, and East-West grandstanding. As of 2021, I lead small tours of West Berlin, with a focus on the city planners and architects that gave us the modern and post-modern city we experience today.
I guide in English, French, Hungarian, German, and Spanish. I offer general tours (walking/public transport/bus) of Berlin and Potsdam, as well as specialized tours on the Cold War, Third Reich, geology, and, naturally, architecture. I am also a licensed guide at the Memorial and Museum Sachsenhausen.
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Berlin Highlights
Third Reich Berlin
Cold War Berlin
Jewish Berlin
Potsdam
Sachsenhausen
Medieval Berlin
Prussian Berlin
Weimar Berlin
Street Art & Graffiti
