Private City Leipzig Tour
Leipzig, Germanyby Free Walking Tour Leipzig
- 2.3 hours
- Free cancellation
- Instant confirmation
- Private tour
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Guide: German, English, Spanish
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Overview
Discover Leipzig’s Old Town on a 2 hour private walking tour tailored to your interests. Stroll cobblestone streets and hidden courtyards with a local guide, uncovering medieval history, musical legends, and architectural gems. Discovert Market Square, marveling at the 450-year-old Old Town Hall. Visit St. Thomas Church, where Bach composed masterpieces and lies buried. Explore secret arcades like *Specks Hof*, once merchant hubs, now home to charming cafés. Learn how Leipzig grew from a medieval market to a cultural powerhouse, and hear stories of the 1989 peaceful protests at St. Nicholas Church. Customize your experience—spend more time with Bach’s legacy, admire Renaissance buildings, or dive into Cold War history. A relaxed, flexible pace lets you ask questions and soak up the atmosphere. Perfect for history and music lovers, or anyone looking for a deeper connection to the city of Leipzig.
What's included
- Pictures and maps
- Coffee and/or Tea
Itinerary
- 1
Universitat Leipzig
10 min
Leipzig University, founded in 1409, is one of the oldest universities in Germany.
- 2
Gewandhaus
10 min
Gewandhause is the concert hall in Leipzig and is renowned for its exceptional acoustics
- 3
Moritzbastei
10 min
Moritzbastei is a unique cultural center located in the heart of Leipzig, Germany. It is a historic building that dates back to the 16th century and served as a bastion for the city's fortifications. Today, it hosts a variety of cultural events, including concerts, theater performances, art exhibitions, and festivals. The venue is also home to several bars and restaurants, making it a popular spot for nightlife in Leipzig.
- 4
New Town Hall (Neues Rathaus)
15 min
The New City Hall in Leipzig, Germany is a historic building that was completed in 1905. It is located in the city center and serves as the seat of the Leipzig city council and mayor's office. The building features an impressive neo-Renaissance architecture with a distinctive tower that offers panoramic views of the city.
- 5
Thomaskirche
15 min
St. Thomas Church in Leipzig, Germany is a historic Lutheran church founded in the 12th century. It is renowned for its rich musical history, having been the workplace of Johann Sebastian Bach as cantor from 1723 until his death in 1750. The church is home to the famous Thomanerchor, a boys' choir that Bach himself led. The church features a striking Gothic architecture with a distinctive twin-towered facade and impressive stained-glass windows. It is a popular tourist destination in Leipzig, with visitors able to attend services, concerts, and organ recitals throughout the year.
- 6
Old Town Hall
15 min
Altes Rathaus (Old City Hall) in Leipzig, Germany is a historic building that was completed in 1556. It is located in the city center and served as the seat of the city council until the construction of the New City Hall in 1905. The building features a Renaissance-style architecture with a striking clock tower and an ornate facade decorated with statues and reliefs. Today, Altes Rathaus houses a museum that showcases the history of Leipzig and the city's governance. It is also a popular venue for weddings, concerts, and other cultural events.
- 7
Madle- Passage
Pass by
The most beautiful pasage in Leipzig.
- 8
Auerbach's Keller
5 min
The most famous restauratn in Leipzig where Goethe started writing his drama Faust.
- 9
Riquet Haus
5 min
The most beautiful cofe shop in Leipzig build in a stly of art nuvoue
- 10
Speck's Hof
5 min
The fair palace with many pasag.
- 11
St. Nicholas Church (Nikolaikirche)
20 min
St. Nicholas Church (Nikolaikirche) in Leipzig, Germany is a historic church founded in the 12th century. It is renowned for its role in the peaceful protests against the East German government in 1989, which ultimately led to the fall of the Berlin Wall and the reunification of Germany. The church features an impressive Gothic architecture with a soaring nave, stained-glass windows, and a large organ. Today, St. Nicholas Church is open to the public and hosts regular services and concerts, as well as exhibitions and events related to its historic significance.
Meeting and pickup
Mende fountain which is next to Gewandhaus
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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