Private Tour

Mainz Private Walking Tour With A Professional Guide

Overview

Available languages

German

English

2 hours

Mobile ticket

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

Additional Info

Wheelchair accessible

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Service animals allowed

Public transportation options are available nearby

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

This walk tour suitable for any age

For this walk tour no transportation needed

Activity Level: Easy

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What To Expect

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.

2 hours • Admission Not Included

What‘s Included

Possible customizing on tour with your local guide on the spot

Private guided Tour

Local Guide who will be with your group only

Gratuities

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Mainz Private Walking Tour With A Professional Guide

Reviews

4.50

8 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Business outing disaster
Silke H,,May 17, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
1.00
The guide has not appeared the hotline obviously in India understanding in bad English ultimately also came kri replacement totally broke
The Best Mainz Tour
Andy L,,Aug 22, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00
Diether was my tour guide and did an excellent job. He customized the tour and provided excellent information. I learned a lot of the history of Mainz, like the Roman and French influences over the centuries, the importance of Gutenburg and the Bishop. I didn't realize how much there is in Mainz (especially underneath). Highly recommended when visiting.
A must do when in Mainz!
T555COandyl,,Jul 30, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Diether was my tour guide and did an excellent job. He customized the tour and provided excellent information. I learned a lot of the history of Mainz, like the Roman and French influences over the centuries, the importance of Gutenburg and the Bishop. Highly recommended when visiting.
Excellent introduction to Mainz
GrandTour00146177815,,May 19, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
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.
Outstanding!
Steven K,,Apr 29, 2023
- Review from Viator
5.00
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!
European Tour Sept. 2022
ellerolf,,Sep 17, 2022
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
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.
Great tour around pretty Mainz
Cara B,,Oct 22, 2021
- Review from Viator
5.00
Had a lovely short tour around Mainz with some work colleagues, our guide was lovely, friendly and very interesting - would highly recommend