Beethoven’s Birthplace Self Guided Tour through Bonn’s Old Town

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About this activity

Explore Bonn’s rich history on this self-guided walking tour, starting at Münsterplatz. Discover the birthplace of Beethoven and see how the city has evolved from Roman times to its role as the capital of West Germany. You’ll visit Bonner Münster, where Beethoven once played, and explore key sites like the baroque City Hall and Beethoven’s house. As you wander through the Old Town, you’ll learn about the city’s Roman roots, its surviving architecture, and Bonn’s musical heritage. Along the way, sample local treats, admire historic buildings, and enjoy stories of Bonn’s vibrant past. This hour-long tour offers a captivating journey through one of Germany’s oldest cities.

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At a glance

Duration: one hour – 1 h 15 min
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–15
Audio guide: German, English
Written guide: German, English
Operated by: VoiceMap Audio Tours

Ages: Adults (6–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Get unlimited, lifetime use of this tour, before your booking date and after it
Included: The virtual playback option, so you can listen to this tour like an audiobook from anywhere
Included: Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata
Included: Audio and written guide (English and German)
Included: Flexibility to explore at your own pace with a self-guided GPS tour
Included: Directions to the starting point so that when you’re in the right place, the tour will start

Not included

Not included: Smartphone and headphones
Not included: Personal expenses for attractions not included during the tour

Itinerary

Stop 1

Passing by

Pass by this 11th-century church where Beethoven once played the organ. Discover its Romanesque architecture and the legend of Cassius and Florentius, martyrs buried underneath.
Stop 2

Passing by

Marvel at this statue on Münsterplatz, a tribute to Bonn’s most famous son, the composer Ludwig van Beethoven.
Stop 3

Passing by

Walk past the house where Beethoven was born. You can choose to explore the museum that delves into his life and musical legacy.
Stop 4

Passing by

Admire this baroque gem on Marktplatz. It once served as the city’s administrative center and is a classic example of Bonn’s historical architecture.
Stop 5

Passing by

View the baroque palace, now the home of Bonn University. This magnificent building has been part of the city since 1818.
Sterntor

Passing by

See the last remaining gate from Bonn’s medieval city walls, offering a glimpse into the city’s defensive past.
Stop 7

Passing by

Pass by this sweet spot where you can sample iconic gummy bears from the brand founded in Bonn.
Namen-Jesu-Kirche

Passing by

Admire this beautifully restored 17th-century church, a peaceful oasis in the heart of the city.
Stop 9

Passing by

Stroll through this lively square with its fountain and learn about St. Martin, a beloved figure in German tradition.
Stop 10

Passing by

Pass by this historic restaurant, dating back to 1636, where you can stop for a meal in one of Bonn’s oldest establishments.
Stop 11

Passing by

Smell the aroma of freshly baked cinnamon buns as you pass this bakery, a local favorite with historical roots.

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

The Münsterplatz is in the very center of Bonn's Old Town. It's a five-minute walk from the main train station.

End point

The Münsterplatz is in the very center of Bonn's Old Town. It's a five-minute walk from the main train station.

Using your ticket

VOICEMAP CODE

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Please check your email at the address you provided when you made this booking. You've been sent an eight character code you'll need to redeem your tour.

This code can be used by every member of your party. If you've booked for three people, for example, three people can download this tour using the same code.

DOWNLOAD INSTRUCTIONS

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1. Once you've received your code, please follow these steps:

2. Install the VoiceMap Audio Tours mobile app

3. Create an account

4. Select Tour Codes from the menu, then select Enter Codes

5. Enter your code then select Download Now

PLEASE NOTE

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You can download the tour at any time, before or after your booking date. It’s best to download the tour before you set off for the starting point.

This tour follows a set route and includes turn-by-turn directions. It works best if you start it in the right place and follow the directions from one location to the next.

When the download completes, you’ll see a screen with a photo of the starting point and directions to it. The red start button will become active when you are at the starting point.

Remember to bring your own headphones, unless you have booked a driving tour.

SUPPORT

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