2 Hour Private Guided Walking Tour: Gutenberg and Old Mainz
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This tour takes you back to Johannes Gutenberg's time at the end of the Middle Ages. You will see an original Gutenberg Bible from the 1450s - one of the most famous books in the world - and a live printing demonstration showing you how it was printed. Afterwards, we will visit some of the most beautiful parts of Old Mainz including the famous Cherry Garden ("Kirschgarten") with its half-timbered houses.2 hours
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Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts (local time)
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Hotel pickup and drop-off (optional, by arrangement)
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Fees : Admission fees. Gutenberg Museum
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Gutenberg-museum
Reichklarastrasse 1, Mainz, Germany, 55116In one of the world's oldest museum dedicated to books, printing and writing, you will enter the high-security vault and get a close-up view of the Gutenberg Bible printed around 1450 in Mainz. Understand the impact of this masterpiece by the "Man of the Millennium". Another highlight is the live printing demonstration; sit down for 15 minutes and see how letters were cast and how pages were printed nearly 600 years ago by Johannes Gutenberg in his local workshop. See beautiful historic printing presses and learn about the many different aspects of the first generation of printed books.1 hour • Admission Ticket Not IncludedView Location2
Rekonstruierter Marktplatz Am Dom
Markt 10, Mainz, Germany, 55116From the cathedral we will stroll through the nearby pedestrianised old town ("Altstadt"). We will wander around the magnificent cathedral square stopping at its colourful, ornately decorated old houses and the beautiful renaissance well. If we are lucky, we will also experience the traditional farmers' market which still takes place here every Tuesday, Friday and Saturday (until 14:00) as it has for centuries.15 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView Location3
Kirschgarten
Mainz, Germany, 55116We will then walk along the romantic winding lanes of the medieval part of the city and discover picturesque little squares such as the Cherry Orchard ("Kirschgarten") with its half-timbered houses.45 minutes • Admission Ticket FreeView LocationMeeting and Pickup
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Unless otherwise arranged, the meeting point is outside the main entrance of the Gutenberg Museum.View Location
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Unless otherwise arranged, the meeting point is outside the main entrance of the Gutenberg Museum.View Location
Pickup details
Tour operator will pick up all customers from their respective locations; or, customers can make their own way to the start point- Travelers CANNOT choose a custom pickup or meeting location.
- Unless otherwise arranged, the meeting point is outside the main entrance of the Gutenberg Museum.
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Additional Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Language And Guide
Tour Guide Available In
- German
- English
Ticket Details
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- One per booking
Ticket Redemption
No redemption point. This is a direct entry ticketCancellation & Refunds
Cancellable up to 24 hours before the travel date (local supplier time) for a full refund. A 100% cancellation penalty applies for cancellations submitted less than 24 hours before the start time.- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Cancel at least 1 day before activity starts in Europe/Berlin time to receive 100% refund.
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