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Bonn: Private City Highlights Walking Tour
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Duration - 1 hour, 30 minutes
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Guide optionsGerman
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Cancellation PolicyStandard
Overview
The city center's most beautiful spots, enriched with entertaining history! The former capital invites you to explore Beethoven, the Archbishops, and its unique charm on an open-air stroll, showcasing what makes Bonn both beautiful and famous—with picturesque photo opportunities!
Highlights
- Former Capital of Germany
- Beethovens Birthplace
- Electoral Palace
- Rhine Romanticism
- Green Parks
- Architecture
Description
Bonn: Private City Highlights Walking Tour
Who is this tour for?
This tour is perfect for those who have never visited Bonn or want to rediscover the city. It provides a lighthearted overview of Bonn, its history, and its landmarks—Bonn ‘light.’
What is it about?
This general tour takes you to the iconic postcard-worthy spots in the city center and places them in the context of significant historical figures. The tour lightly focuses on the Prince-Electors and Beethoven, highlighting why Bonn offers stunning public spaces and remains internationally renowned.
Where will we go?
Typical stops on this tour include:
- The Electoral Palace
- The Beethoven Monument
- The Sterntor
- Beethoven House
- The Alter Zoll
What else will we see?
Distant views of the following:
- The Minster Church
- The "Baroque Mile"
- Poppelsdorf Palace
- Münsterplatz
- The Rhine Panorama
Do we see everything?
Not always. The locations may vary depending on needs, time of day, and availability. For example, visiting the chestnut-lined alleys of Hofgarten or the Alter Zoll is less ideal in the dark. Your guide will determine the best locations for the circumstances, as Bonn offers many attractive spots to choose from.
Will we enter any buildings?
No, we’ll stay outdoors. This tour focuses on Bonn’s general themes. Landmarks like museum exhibits or church interiors may be presented through images.
Are there good photo opportunities?
Absolutely! For the best photos, it’s recommended to start early enough to enjoy ample daylight. Ask your guide along the way for the best spots for snapshots or group photos.
Conclusion
Whether you're a short-term visitor, student, or local, this tour will take you to Bonn’s characteristic and most frequently visited spots. You’ll gain an overview of the city’s key landmarks, its historical context, and unique Rhineland mentality and culture. Afterward, you’ll be ready to share lively stories of your entertaining city tour with friends and family!
Bonn is worth the trip!
What's included
- Inclusions:
- Professional Tour Guide
- Exclusive for you and your group
- Exclusions:
- Tips
- Food and drinks
Itinerary
- Visited Places:
- Altes Rathaus
- Stadtbefestigung Alter Zoll
- University of Bonn
- Am Neutor
- Bonner Münster
- Beethoven-Denkmal
- Sterntor
- Beethoven-Haus Bonn
1. Meeting Point: Old Town Hall
Address: Markt 2, 53111 Bonn
Duration: 10 minutes
- Welcome
- Introduction to Bonn's history
2. View Towards the Palace Chapel
Walking Distance: 2 minutes (~140 m)
Duration: 1 minute
- Student Fountain
- Beethoven at the organ
3. Koblenz Gate
Walking Distance: 3 minutes (~180 m)
Duration: 2 minutes
- Baroque Palace
- Student detention room
4. Alter Zoll (Old Toll)
Walking Distance: 3 minutes (~160 m)
Duration: 15 minutes
- Baroque wars
- Rhine Romanticism
- Group photo
5. Former Ballroom
Walking Distance: 5 minutes (~280 m)
Duration: 6 minutes
- Bonn-style ball performances
- Beethoven, Mozart
6. Electoral Palace
Walking Distance: 2 minutes (~180 m)
Duration: 7 minutes
- Background on the main building
- View of the Hofgarten meadow
- Group photo
7. Electoral Balcony
Walking Distance: 2 minutes (~120 m)
Duration: 1 minute
- Balcony towards the Baroque Mile
- Note: Bicycle path
8. Baroque Mile
Walking Distance: 1 minute (~50 m)
Duration: 3 minutes
- Sightline to Poppelsdorf Palace
- Sightline to Kreuzberg
9. Walking Bag
Walking Distance: 2 minutes (~110 m)
Duration: 2 minutes
- Urban Museum
- Artwork by Erwin Wurm
- Group Photo
10. Minster Church
Walking Distance: 1 minute (~28 m)
Duration: 8 minutes
- Heads of Cassius and Florentius
- Legend of Roman Bonn
11. Beethoven Monument
Walking Distance: 3 minutes (~200 m)
Duration: 10 minutes
- History of the monument
- Beethoven in Bonn
12. Sterntor (Star Gate)
Walking Distance: 2 minutes (~130 m)
Duration: 5 minutes
- Medieval Bonn
- Romantic architectural ensemble
- Group photo
13. Sternstraße (Star Street)
Walking Distance: 1 minute (~65 m)
Duration: 2 minutes
- Friedensplatz (Peace Square)
- House names
14. Bonn’s Walk of Fame
Walking Distance: 3 minutes (~210 m)
Duration: 1 minute
- Bonn's famous personalities
- A nod to Hollywood
15. Namen-Jesu-Kirche (Name of Jesus Church)
Walking Distance: 1 minute (~65 m)
Duration: 1 minute
- Beethoven's Memorial Concert
- Beethoven as a student
16. Beethoven House
Walking Distance: 1 minute (~70 m)
Duration: 4 minutes
- Birthplace of the composer
- Ticket purchase information
- Group photo
- Conclusion & farewell
Frequently Asked Questions
How much time does the Bonn: Private City Highlights Walking Tour take?
Bonn: Private City Highlights Walking Tour duration is 1 hour, 30 minutes.
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