A Self-Guided Audio Tour of Bremen’s Old Town

4.6 (7 reviews) 1 h 15 min – 1 h 35 min Free cancellation Private tour

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About this activity

Bremen is a city of enduring stories, medieval charm, and remarkable architecture, making it a must-see destination in northern Germany. This self-guided walking tour invites you to dive into its history, legends, and iconic sites in an unforgettable journey through the heart of the city.

The tour starts on Brücke Herdentor (literally “herd gate bridge”), part of Bremen’s former city walls, where I’ll tell you about the city’s past fortifications. You’ll make your way to the awe-inspiring St. Peter’s Cathedral, a Gothic masterpiece that’s stood proudly for centuries.

You’ll also be guided on a scenic walk along the Weser River, where you’ll get a sense of Bremen’s maritime and trade heritage.

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At a glance

Duration: 1 h 15 min – 1 h 35 min
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Your group only
People per booking: 1–15
Audio guide: English
Written guide: English
Operated by: VoiceMap Audio Tours

Ages: Adults (6–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Lifetime access to this tour in English before your booking date and after it
Included: Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata
Included: App for Android and iOS
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
Not included: Food and drink
Not included: Transportation

Itinerary

Spitting Stone

Passing by

You'll pass by the Spitting Stone, a unique landmark tied to Bremen's medieval history
Town Musicians of Bremen

Passing by

You'll see the Town Musicians of Bremen statue, a beloved symbol of the city inspired by the Brothers Grimm fairy tale.
Glockenspiel House

Passing by

You'll catch a glimpse of the Glockenspiel House, renowned for its charming chime performances and historic architecture. Please note that entry to the building is not included in this tour.
Bottcherstrasse

Passing by

You'll stroll through Böttcherstraße, a stunning example of expressionist architecture and a cultural gem of Bremen. Please note that this tour does not include entry to any specific venues along the street.
St. Peter's Cathedral

Passing by

You'll pass by St. Peter's Cathedral, an iconic landmark showcasing centuries of Bremen's religious and architectural heritage. Please note that entry to the cathedral is not included in this tour.
Bleikeller

Passing by

You'll have a chance to see the Bleikeller, or Lead Cellar, known for its preserved mummies and fascinating history. Please note that entry to the Bleikeller is not included in this tour.

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

This tour starts at Brücke Herdentor. Before arrival, please install the mobile app and use the code provided on your confirmation ticket. Detailed starting point instructions are available after downloading

End point

The tour ends in the Schnoor District, close to the Beck's in'n Snoor restaurant

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

Install the VoiceMap Audio Tours mobile app

Create an account

Select Tour Codes from the menu, then select Enter Codes

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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For technical support and other queries, please email [email protected]