Mainz Private Walking Tour With A Professional Guide
Overview
Meetingpoint: in front of the Hilton Hotel in Rheinstrasse or Meeting Point at hotel possible if central, without extra charge
Duration: 2h
End location: Any central point in the city
You will learn about:
• History of the city
• The rich ecclesiastic tradition
• Napoleon’s occupation
• History of Mainz Carnival
• Johannes Gutenberg
• The roman „Moguntiacum“
• Archbishop of Mainz
You will see:
• Electoral Castle
• Town Hall
• Old Town
• Iron Tower
• Holy Spirit Hospital
• Palace of the Holy Roman Emperor now Gutenberg Museum
• Market Square
• St. Martin’s Cathedral
• Gutenberg Square
• Mainz State Theatre
• Carnival Fountain
• Kirschgarten Square
Duration: 2h
End location: Any central point in the city
You will learn about:
• History of the city
• The rich ecclesiastic tradition
• Napoleon’s occupation
• History of Mainz Carnival
• Johannes Gutenberg
• The roman „Moguntiacum“
• Archbishop of Mainz
You will see:
• Electoral Castle
• Town Hall
• Old Town
• Iron Tower
• Holy Spirit Hospital
• Palace of the Holy Roman Emperor now Gutenberg Museum
• Market Square
• St. Martin’s Cathedral
• Gutenberg Square
• Mainz State Theatre
• Carnival Fountain
• Kirschgarten Square
Inclusions
- Local Guide who will be with your group only
- Private guided Tour
- Possible customizing on tour with your local guide on the spot
What to expect
Itinerary
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Mainz Cathedral, Markt 10, 55116 Mainz, Germany
Start your tour with a view the Electoral Castle, the former residence of the Archbishop of Mainz and one of Germany’s important Renaissance buildings. Stroll along the Rhine waterfront while you learn about the Roman „Moguntiacum“ and General Drusus. Pass by the modern Town Hall and cross the Rathausbrücke, the pedestrian bridge, towards the Old Town where you will get a glimpse of the Iron Tower. You shall come across the Heilig Geist Spital (holy spirit) built in late Romanesque style at the beginning of the 13th century as housing for pilgrims, the old and the sick. Continue towards the late Palace of the Holy Roman Emperor, that nowadays houses the Gutenberg Museum. Johannes Gutenberg was born in Mainz between 1394 and 1400 and is acknowledged in Europe as the inventor of printing. Immerse yourself in the unique atmosphere of the Market Square, in the middle of which stands the Heunensäule, a sandstone column commemorating the history of Mainz. Right above the Market Square rises St. Martin’s cathedral, the „Mainzer Dom“. Wander towards Gutenbergplatz where you will look up to the life-size statue of the city’s most famous son. Located opposite is the great hall of the Mainz State Theatre. Admire The Carnival Fountain with its over 200 figurines and allegories and end your tour in Kirschgarten square with its medieval half-timbered houses and charming taverns where they serve local wine.
Duration: 2 hours
This is a typical itinerary for this product
Stop At: Mainz Cathedral, Markt 10, 55116 Mainz, Germany
Start your tour with a view the Electoral Castle, the former residence of the Archbishop of Mainz and one of Germany’s important Renaissance buildings. Stroll along the Rhine waterfront while you learn about the Roman „Moguntiacum“ and General Drusus. Pass by the modern Town Hall and cross the Rathausbrücke, the pedestrian bridge, towards the Old Town where you will get a glimpse of the Iron Tower. You shall come across the Heilig Geist Spital (holy spirit) built in late Romanesque style at the beginning of the 13th century as housing for pilgrims, the old and the sick. Continue towards the late Palace of the Holy Roman Emperor, that nowadays houses the Gutenberg Museum. Johannes Gutenberg was born in Mainz between 1394 and 1400 and is acknowledged in Europe as the inventor of printing. Immerse yourself in the unique atmosphere of the Market Square, in the middle of which stands the Heunensäule, a sandstone column commemorating the history of Mainz. Right above the Market Square rises St. Martin’s cathedral, the „Mainzer Dom“. Wander towards Gutenbergplatz where you will look up to the life-size statue of the city’s most famous son. Located opposite is the great hall of the Mainz State Theatre. Admire The Carnival Fountain with its over 200 figurines and allegories and end your tour in Kirschgarten square with its medieval half-timbered houses and charming taverns where they serve local wine.
Duration: 2 hours
Additional information
- Wheelchair accessible
- This walk tour suitable for any age
- For this walk tour no transportation needed
- Activity Level: Easy
- Stroller accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Near public transportation
- Most travelers can participate
- This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Ticket delivery
You can present either a paper or an electronic voucher for this activity.
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start time of the experience.
Bettina_S
September 2023
Es war ein sehr kurzweiliger und informativer Rundgang durch Mainz! Wir waren ein Gruppe von 12 Personen von 20-86 Jahre.
Es war ein sehr kurzweiliger und informativer Rundgang durch Mainz! Wir waren ein Gruppe von 12 Personen von 20-86 Jahre.GrandTour00146177815
May 2023
Lothar gave us a lot of interesting information about the city and its history, and showed many scenic and historical places. We also got advice on places to visit on our own.
Lothar gave us a lot of interesting information about the city and its history, and showed many scenic and historical places. We also got advice on places to visit on our own.Steven_K
April 2023
A fascinating tour with an outstanding guide! The advertisement on Viator mentions the possibility of on-the-spot customization, a possibility which was certainly realized. My guide, Lothar, began by asking about my specific interests. Upon learning that I was most interested in the Gutenberg ...
A fascinating tour with an outstanding guide! The advertisement on Viator mentions the possibility of on-the-spot customization, a possibility which was certainly realized. My guide, Lothar, began by asking about my specific interests. Upon learning that I was most interested in the Gutenberg Museum, he changed the route for the tour. We proceeded immediately to the museum and spent the bulk of our time there. The guide used the museum’s lab to demonstrate the various steps in Gutenberg’s printing process and the technological advances that made the process possible. He then talked about the impact of printing on various historical events, most notably the Protestant Reformation. This customized tour of Mainz has been one of the high points of my visit to Germany. Highly recommended!ellerolf
September 2022
This by far is the most beautiful village I’ve seen in Germany. They call itChristmas Village. The place is lovely. I can imagine how people live here and i find it so amazing.
This by far is the most beautiful village I’ve seen in Germany. They call itChristmas Village. The place is lovely. I can imagine how people live here and i find it so amazing.Cara_B
October 2021
Had a lovely short tour around Mainz with some work colleagues, our guide was lovely, friendly and very interesting - would highly recommend
Had a lovely short tour around Mainz with some work colleagues, our guide was lovely, friendly and very interesting - would highly recommend