Overview
Available languages
2 hours 30 minutes
Mobile ticket
During our tour we will talk about both the light and dark pages of German history. We will learn about the history of Bavaria from the Roman beginnings of the city, through 700 years during which it was ruled by one powerful family, the Wittelsbachs, to the unification of Germany by Bismarck in the 19th century. We will see the places where Nazism was born, but also those where Joseph Ratzinger, the future Pope Benedict XVI, worked while still an archbishop. During the morning tour we will also see the Glockenspiel - a show of knightly figure fights in the city’s carillon.
Take a walk with us and get to know a city that combines like no other seemingly contradictory fields: history and motoring, art and technology, entrepreneurship and a specific lifestyle of Munich people, which is a mixture of self-confidence, freedom and cheerfulness. Perhaps all these contradictions are seamlessly united by what is most important to Munich people… beer!
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Please note that booking this tour you will be joining our general pay as you wish tour (tour in which it is up to the guest how to reward his or her guide). In this case the amount you pay covers the reservation fee and the guide's payment.
What To Expect
Munich Marienplatz
**Marienplatz** is the central square of Munich, Germany, surrounded by historic landmarks. It features the **New Town Hall (Neues Rathaus)** with its famous Glockenspiel, and the **Old Town Hall (Altes Rathaus)** with its medieval charm. A vibrant hub for tourists and locals, it hosts markets, events, and cultural festivities.
Alter Hof
It is a medieval city residence that served as the former home of the Bavarian dukes from the Wittelsbach dynasty.
Options
Munich Old Town Walking Tour in English
What‘s Included
Professional guide
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
45 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Great intro to a fascinating and beautiful city.
Rhinosteam,Jun 25, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Highly recommend. Our guide , Karl, was friendly and very knowledgeable. Great introduction to a beautiful historic city . Pace was perfect . He was personable and gave great tips for restaurants and local information. Learned a lot about a city I would love to visit again .
Such a great tour!
Beverly C,Jun 25, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Karl provided an informative and interesting tour of Old Town Munich. Now that I know more about Munich, I wish we had more time to explore the city! The background and history of Munich and Bavaria was new to me and now I have a better idea of Munich's importance in tech.
Great walking tour
Y7180NBlindar,Jun 12, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Perfect for us as first time in Munich. Very well spoken guide (Karl). Highly recommend.
Interesting and Informative.
Rusty G,Jun 5, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00So great!!! Our guide Bridget was fantastic. Worth every penny.
Interesting and Enjoyable
Janet C,Jun 3, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00This was informative and interesting. Unfortunately, weather was problematic turning cooler and raining so not as enjoyable as we hoped. Guide was very knowledge.
See Munich by foot
tpvaldir,May 18, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Carl was very good and knowledgeable of the city.
Good tour
marjh388,May 15, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00The tour guide was very knowledgeable & interesting. The only suggestion I would have is to use some type of microphone & earbuds as I couldn’t always hear her depending on where I was standing.
Great!
Scenic28689548714,May 3, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Karl was a fun and engaging tour guide
Very enjoyable
Anne S,May 1, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00This was a great tour, with good historical context and helpful information. Patricia was a delight, keeping us entertained and engaged. We thoroughly enjoyed it
A fascinating dive into the complicated history on Munich.
Global418143,Apr 16, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Very interesting. The guide was delightful, enthusiastic and insightful. The entire group was impressed by his knowledge and love for Munich. It was a long walk but worth every step.
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