Mainz Old Town: A Self-Guided Walking Tour

4.9 (13 reviews) 1 h 15 min – 1 h 45 min Free cancellation Private tour

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About this activity

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.

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At a glance

Duration: 1 h 15 min – 1 h 45 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

Itinerary

Mainzer Dom

Passing by

You’ll pass by the impressive Mainz Cathedral, a striking example of Romanesque architecture with over a thousand years of history. However, entry to the cathedral is not included in this tour.
Leichhofbrunnen - Brunnen Funf Figuren aus der Mainzer Geschichte

Passing by

You’ll pass through Leichhof, a charming square near Mainz Cathedral known for its cafés and relaxed atmosphere. Any costs related to visiting the area are not covered in this tour.
Kirschgarten

Passing by

You’ll stroll past Kirschgarten, one of Mainz’s most picturesque squares, lined with half-timbered houses and cobblestone streets. Any costs related to visiting the area are not covered in this tour.
Gutenberg Museum

Passing by

You’ll catch a glimpse of the Gutenberg Museum, dedicated to the life and legacy of Johannes Gutenberg and the history of printing. Please note that admission to the museum is not included in this tour.
Staatstheater Mainz

Passing by

You’ll pass by the Staatstheater Mainz, a prominent cultural venue known for its performances in opera, drama, and dance. However, entry to the theatre or its performances is not included in this tour.
Stop 6

Passing by

You’ll pass through Ballplatz, a historic square in Mainz known for its vibrant atmosphere and surrounding architecture. Any costs related to visiting the area are not covered in this tour.

Meeting point and pickup

Everyone meets at the meeting point.

Meeting point

This tour starts at the Marktplatz in Mainz. 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 at the Hopfengarten, Mainz

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]