2 Hour Private Guided Walking Tour: Gutenberg and Mainz Cathedral
Mainz, Germanyby Mainz Tours
- 2 hours
- Free cancellation
- Private tour
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Guide: German, English
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Overview
Experience the aura of one of the most important books in the world and let this captivating museum take you back in time. A breath-taking collection of the first ever printed books just a stone throw away from Gutenberg's original workplace and the magnificent St. Martin's Cathedral. Mainz's "Big Two" where European history was made!
What's included
- Local guide
- Cathedral entry (if open)
- Hotel pickup and drop-off (optional, by arrangement)
- Gratuities
- Gutenberg Museum
Itinerary
- 1
Gutenberg Museum
1 hour
In 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.
- 2
Mainzer Dom
1 hour
For over a thousand years the mighty St. Martin's cathedral has towered over the ancient city of Mainz. Here kings have been crowned and the Protestant Reformation was kindled. Discover its many unique features, hear about its dramatic history and meet headless St. Alban in the cloisters.
Meeting and pickup
Unless otherwise arranged, the meeting point is outside the main entrance of the Gutenberg Museum.
Unless otherwise arranged, the meeting point is outside the main entrance of the Gutenberg Museum.
End point
Unless otherwise arranged, the meeting point is outside the main entrance of the Gutenberg Museum.
Good to know
- 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
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- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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