Historical Walking Tour of Augsburg
Bavaria, Munich
Discover the history of Augsburg on a guided walking tour. Admire the impressive Augsburg Town Hall, stroll through the old town and visit the birthplace of Bertolt Brecht and Leopold Mozart.
Highlights
- Discover the history of Augsburg, on a walking tour
- Admire the impressive Augsburg Town Hall, a Renaissance masterpiece
- Explore the history of Europe’s most powerful merchant families the Fuggers
- Visit the birthplace of playwright Bertolt Brecht and Leopold Mozart
Description
Discover the highlights of Augsburg on a guided walking tour. See the city's most important landmarks, including the Rathausplatz, Perlach Tower, and Augsburg Cathedral, and learn about the city's history and culture.
We start our tour at the Rathausplatz, the heart of Augsburg. Admire the impressive Augsburg Town Hall, a Renaissance masterpiece designed by Elias Holl, with its famous 'Goldener Saal'. Nearby, you'll spot the Perlach Tower, a former watchtower offering panoramic views of the city.
From here, we walk to the Fugger Square to explore the history of Europe’s most powerful merchant families.
We continue on to 'Little Venice', a picturesque district with charming canals reminiscent of Venice.
Your next stop is the Brechthaus, the birthplace of playwright Bertolt Brecht, which now serves as a museum honoring his life and works.
Next, head to the Leopold Mozart Haus, where Leopold Mozart, father of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, was born. It’s now a museum showcasing the musical history of the Mozart family.
Finally, we make our way to the majestic Augsburg Cathedral (Dom), featuring Romanesque and Gothic elements. Inside, don’t miss the 12th-century stained glass windows and the detailed bronze door.
Includes
Guided walking tour of Augsburg's historic landmarks
Access to the Augsburg Cathedral
Excludes
Food and drinks
Hotel pickup
Important Information
- The tour at 10:30 is in German
If you want to book the tour in English please send me a message to organize a tour for you before you book it
The starting time for the English tours can differ from 10:30
The tour involves a moderate amount of walking, please wear comfortable shoes
The tour does not operate when it’s raining or snowing, but it operates in all other weather conditions; please dress appropriately
Photography is allowed
Easy cancellation
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund
