Hohenschoenhausen Prison

Another one for the Cold War buffs, this is the Stasi prison complex in an ordinary East Berlin suburb that didn’t appear on any map. The victims here endured unimaginable imprisonment, experiencing both physical and psychological torture. Many of the guides are former prisoners themselves, and tell the history of the site including their own experiences. Tours are at 2.30 every day in English, advisable to book in advance. A little out of the city centre but easily reachable by cab, this is an absolute must see for anyone interested in Cold War history.