Strasbourg - Private Historic Walking Tour
See famous UNESCO sights and experience the rich history of Strasbourg. You will visit the Strasbourg Cathedral and see the Astronomical clock.
- 2 hours
- Mobile voucher
See famous UNESCO sights and experience the rich history of Strasbourg. You will visit the Strasbourg Cathedral and see the Astronomical clock. Also, walk across one of the famous landmarks known as Place de la République where you will see prominent buildings such as the Palais du Rhin (the Rhine Palace), the National and University library and the National theater. You will also have a chance to visit the Opera house where you will see 6 pillars and 6 sculptures. Also, admire neo-gothic architecture of the Hôtel des Postes (Post Office).
Guide options
- Tour guide (English, French)
Prices
Included
- Official Tour guide who will be exclusively with you and your group. (2)
Not included
- Entrance fees (2) - The Platform
- No Inside guiding in the Strasbourg Cathedral (Silent visit). Entrance is subject to opening hours.
Tips
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Route
- 1
Cathedrale Notre Dame de Strasbourg
Start your tour at the Cathedral of Notre-Dame (Strasbourg Cathedral). Here, you will have the chance to climb the platform and a guard house which offers Panoramic and breathtaking views of the rooftops of the city and also as far as the Black Forest in Germany. You will also see a bronze 3D model of the Cathedral sculpted by the German sculptor Egbert Broerken here.
- 2
Cathedrale Notre Dame de Strasbourg
Get to see the Astronomical clock which is located inside the Strasbourg Cathedral. It is the third clock on site and was built by Jean-Baptiste Schwilgué over a period of more than 4 years along with 30 workers.
- 3
Hotel des Deux-Ponts
You will walk by the Hôtel des Deux-Ponts which is the official residence of the Military Governor of Strasbourg. The historic building has served as a Royal residence in the past. Here you will get to see the French garden and the Main portal on the Rue brûlée.
- 4
Place de la Republique
Visit one of the most famous landmarks in Strasbourg, a square known as Place de la République. Here, you will see Palais du Rhin (the Rhine Palace), the National and University library and the National theater which portray a fabulous architectural style.
- 5
Hôtel des Postes
As you continue, you will get to see the outstanding building known as Hôtel des Postes (Post Office). You will admire the Neo-Gothic architecture here dating back to 1899.
- 6
Opera National du Rhin
Finally, You will see the Opéra national du Rhin (the Opera house) which dates back to the 19th Century. Here, you will see its facade which has 6 pillars and 6 sculptures on its top. It makes for a picturesque spot.
Location
Start point
Meeting point
You must make your own way to the start point
Start points:
- In front of the Cathedral of Notre-Dame (Strasbourg Cathedral), your tour guide shall be waiting with a Signboard. - Cathédrale Notre-Dame-de-Strasbourg