Mainz Old Town: A Self-Guided Walking Tour
Overview
Mainz is where Romans built theatres and fortresses, archbishops wielded power, and Gutenberg revolutionized information with the printing press. On this self-guided walking tour through the medieval old town, you’ll hear all about the Holy Roman Empire’s power, Napoleon’s ambitions, and a remarkable Jewish artist’s gift of reconciliation.
The tour begins at the magnificent 1,000-year-old St. Martin’s Cathedral, a powerful symbol of Mainz’s religious importance as the Rome of the North. You'll wander past Heunensäule (Haystack Pillar) in Marktplatz, and through cobblestone squares and narrow alleys to discover vibrant wine houses and meticulously preserved half-timbered buildings. You'll see the city’s impressive hilltop Citadel, and the ruins of the largest Roman amphitheater north of the Alps before the tour concludes on Augustinerstrasse, Mainz’s popular shopping street, where you can easily return to the Old Town or stop for a glass of local Rheinhessen wine.
What's Included
- Lifetime access to this tour in English before your booking date and after it
- Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata
- App for Android and iOS
- Directions to the starting point so that when you’re in the right place, the tour will start
- Flexibility to explore at your own pace with a self-guided GPS tour
- Smartphone and headphones
- Personal expenses for attractions not included during the tour
Meeting Location
Markt 12-14
55116 Mainz, Germany
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
Hopfengarten
55116 Mainz, Germany
The tour ends at the Hopfengarten, Mainz
What To Expect
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Mainzer Dom (pass by)
Leichhofbrunnen - Brunnen Funf Figuren aus der Mainzer Geschichte (pass by)
Kirschgarten (pass by)
Gutenberg-museum (pass by)
Staatstheater Mainz (pass by)
Ballplatz (pass by)
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Frequently Asked Questions
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Activity code: C-110804P915
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