Trier Private Walking Tour: Discover the Oldest Town in Germany and its UNESCO Heritage Sites
Trier
Embark on a private walking tour of Trier, Germany's oldest town, and explore its UNESCO World Heritage sites. Discover the Roman history, visit ancient churches and cathedrals, and uncover the secrets of this enchanting town.
Duration: 2 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Trier - Our tour will start at the town’s gate: the Porta Nigra (Black Gate). This UNESCO World Heritage Site was built in A.D. 180. The building was later converted into two churches and was renovated by Napoleon. On our way to the Main Market we will stop to take pictures of the Dreikönigenhaus (House of the Three Magi), a unique building from the 13th century. On the Hauptmarkt (Main Market), we will admire its charming half-timbered houses and its many medievals attractions, such as the 15th-century Gothic house called Steipe and the 16th century Market fountain. Afterwards, we will visit the Trier Cathedral, built in the 4th-century and considered Germany’s oldest church.
    We will also see the south side of the church, which was destroyed in the 12th-century and then replaced by the Liebfrauenkirche (Church of Our Lady), considered the earliest Gothic church in Germany. Our next stop will be at the Konstantin-Basilika (Roman Imperial Throne Room). This gigantic structure is the world’s largest remaining Roman hall and it was built for the Emperor Constantine. Right next to Konstantin-Basilika, we will find the Electoral Palace, a 17th-century rococo building which is considered the most beautiful of its kind. Our last stop will be at the Kaiserthermen (Imperial Baths), where we will travel back in time by visiting its subterranean labyrinth and learn about its history.
What's Included
  • Customize your tour on the go with a local guide
  • Exclusive local guide dedicated to your group
  • Enjoy the privacy of a guided tour for your group only
What's Not Included
    • Gratuities
    • Entrance fees
Additional Information

Embark on an unforgettable trip to “the second Rome” and explore Germany’s most ancient city. Discover an array of UNESCO World Heritage sites nestled within the city, such as the Konstantin-Basilika, an early Christian church from the period of Roman Emperor Constantine, and Germany’s oldest cathedral. Hear tales from the birthplace of Karl Marx. Succumb to the charm of the city with its captivating half-timbered homes and extensive vineyards alongside the Moselle river guided by our expert tour guide unveiling Trier’s hidden facts.

Sightseeing includes:

  • Black Gate
  • House of the Three Magi
  • Trier Cathedral
  • Church of Our Lady
  • Roman Imperial Throne Room
  • Electoral Palace
  • Imperial Baths

Knowledge gaining includes:

  • Germany’s most ancient city
  • The largest surviving Roman entity above the Alps
  • Oldest German cathedral
  • The genesis of the Black Gate’s name
  • Stories of the House of the Three Magi
  • The city’s subterranean maze and its historical background
Location
Porta-Nigra-Platz
In front of the Black Gate, Porta-Nigra-Platz, 54290 Trier, Germany
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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