Top Alsace Historical Tours

TIP-TOUR is a small, passionate, and independent tour company founded by three multilingual guides with deep roots in Strasbourg and Alsace. Unlike large operators, every tour is led by one of your three founders: Basilio (EN/FR/ES), Erick (EN/ES/FR), or Jalloh (EN/CH). Who bring personal energy, local knowledge, and genuine enthusiasm to every group.

Strasbourg’s UNESCO World Heritage-listed Grand Ile harbors centuries of history, but most tours only scratch the surface. On this history-focused walking tour, learn about Strasbourg through the ages, from the foundation of the city through to WWII, and gain a new appreciation of top attractions, including Strasbourg Cathedral, La Petite France, and the Quartier des Tonneliers.

Enjoy a comprehensive introduction to Strasbourg’s UNESCO-listed historic center on this guided walking tour. Go beyond the guidebooks as you hear fascinating facts and historic anecdotes about Strasbourg Cathedral, La Petite France, and other must-visit Strasbourg attractions. Along the way, stop to take photos at the Maison Kammerzell, the Rohan Palace, and Place Kleber, and put all your questions to your local guide.

Strasbourg’s blend of French and German culture, historic streets, and canals can be difficult to navigate alone. Take the mystery out of your visit by exploring with a local on a private walking tour. This personalized tour allows you to discover the exterior of monuments, including museums, while learning about the city’s history and culture. If you wish to include a museum visit, your guide can customize the itinerary to fit your interests—just let us know in advance. Your guide contacts you beforehand to understand your preferences, ensuring you see the places you truly want to experience. Perfect for families, solo travelers, or couples seeking local insights and hidden gems.

This experience combines two ways of discovering Colmar in one seamless visit. Start with a guided walk through the Old Town led by a local expert who brings the city’s history, architecture, and legends to life as you explore its charming streets and famous landmarks. Then see the city from a completely different perspective on a 25-minute canal cruise through Petite Venise, aboard a traditional flat-bottomed Alsatian barque. With multilingual commentary on board, you’ll learn more about Colmar while gliding past picturesque houses and quiet waterways. The tour is designed for comfort and convenience, with space for strollers and even companion pets welcome on the cruise.

The Best Way to Discover Colmar: Scavenger Hunt & Self-Guided Tour! Play, learn, walk! Explore at your own pace with a 100% self-guided activity. Start anytime (24/7) with no guides or schedules. Pause for a glass of Alsatian wine or a museum visit and resume whenever you're ready—even the next day. This unique team-building activity is perfect for couples, families, and groups. The "Complete City" Package- Everything you need in one app: Interactive Game: Solve puzzles and discover 10+ major attractions, plus hidden gems and beautiful spots revealed along the way. Insider Tips: Access hand-picked local restaurant and shop recommendations. What you will visit: St Martin's Church, Unterlinden Museum, Théâtre Municipal, St Martin's Church, Musée Bartholdi, Ancienne Douane, Église Saint-Matthieu, The Fishmonger District, La Petite Venise, Fontaine Roesselmann, and Parc du Champ de Mars.

Go beyond the sights on this evening tour of Strasbourg, and see the city illuminated by night. Hear the fascinating stories and mysterious legends behind Strasbourg’s most famous landmarks from your Guide as you stroll around the UNESCO-listed Grand Ile. Along the way, visit Place Gutenberg and Place Kleber, admire the Gothic Strasbourg Cathedral, and uncover little-known sights that most travelers miss.

This half-day format is designed for those who do not have several days to dedicate to Alsace: in just a few hours, you leave with the best of the region—its most beautiful villages, its panoramas, and its emblematic wines—without sacrificing an entire day of your stay. Ideal if you are passing through Colmar or if your time in Alsace is limited. You travel in a small group of 7 people maximum, aboard a luxury air-conditioned van, always close to your English-speaking guide who shares anecdotes and local history throughout the journey. Wine tasting is included in the Award, with no hidden fees. Among the stops, a rare moment: the panoramic view of the Sigolsheim Necropolis, a site rich in history that few towers offer, providing one of the most beautiful views of the Alsatian vineyard. The best of Alsace, without compromising on time.

Discover Colmar’s fairy-tale charm on this immersive 2-hour walking tour led by an expert local guide. Enjoy insights you won’t get on your own, from hidden details to stories behind Colmar’s most iconic landmarks—ideal for culture lovers, photographers, and travelers with limited time who want a rich introduction to the city. Stroll through the Fairy-Tale Old Town, admire the Renaissance murals of Maison Pfister, explore the whimsical Maison des Têtes with its 106 sculpted faces, and finish at the historic Koïfhus, once the center of Colmar’s medieval trade. What makes this tour unique is its blend of insider knowledge, engaging storytelling, and carefully paced exploration, helping you appreciate the architecture and atmosphere that make Colmar unforgettable. Accessibility: This tour accommodates foldable wheelchairs, walkers, and light mobility aids. The guide can adjust the pace and assist with small steps or gentle inclines.

The Alsace town of Colmar is renowned for its UNESCO-listed Old Town with its candy-painted buildings, half-timbered houses, and flower-lined canals. With this walking tour, discover the historic landmarks and picturesque viewpoints of Colmar on a 2-hour walking tour, and learn all about the town’s fascinating history from your private guide.

The Alsace Wine Route isn’t only for wine lovers: it’s also renowned for its mountainous landscapes and picturesque medieval towns. This comprehensive full-day tour is ideal for first-time visitors who want to see it all in one trip without feeling rushed. Visit the famous Château du Haut-Koenigsbourg, take the scenic route through the vineyards, and stop at three of the most renowned villages—Colmar, Riquewihr, and Kaysersberg—along the way.

Leave Strasbourg for a full-day journey along the enchanting Alsace Wine Route, where fairytale villages, rolling vineyards and rich history await. Traveling in a comfortable minivan (max. 7 guests), enjoy a personalized experience with an English-speaking guide. Begin in Colmar, the jewel of Alsace. Discover its cobbled streets, colorful half-timbered houses and romantic canals during a guided walk through the old town, including highlights like Little Venice and the Saint-Martin Collegiate Church. Enjoy free time for photos, shopping or lunch. Continue to Kaysersberg, one of France’s most beautiful villages, nestled among vineyards and crowned by a medieval castle. Stroll through its picturesque streets while your guide shares local history and legends. Next, savor the flavors of Alsace with a wine tasting at a local estate. End the day in Riquewihr, a perfectly preserved medieval village often compared to an open-air museum.

This tour is unique because all our guides are real locals, they all grew up in Alsace and know its culture from the inside. They are passionate, and have only one desire: to share this passion! This private tour belongs to you, we are always ready to customize the route and the content for you :)

Explore Strasbourg at your own pace with a self-guided walking tour featuring an engaging audio guide. This 2-hour journey covers 2.8 km and takes you through iconic landmarks like the stunning Strasbourg Cathedral and the charming Petite France. Enjoy a mix of history and fun with interactive quizzes that reveal the city's hidden stories, from architectural rivalries to fascinating local tales. Perfect for solo travelers or groups, this tour adapts to your schedule and can be enjoyed in any weather. Uncover the real Strasbourg while navigating with a smart map designed for your convenience. - Self-guided walking tour available anytime, no group pressure - Audio guide enhances the experience with captivating narratives - 8 interactive quizzes to unlock as you explore - Valid ticket for up to 2 years, allowing you to plan your visit conveniently

This tour blends Strasbourg’s history with the charm of local life, offering an experience that feels both informative and effortlessly enjoyable. Instead of a rushed sightseeing loop, your guide leads you through the city’s most iconic districts—like the Grande Île and Petite France—while sharing stories that bring each corner to life. You’ll see famous landmarks such as the Strasbourg Cathedral, but also wander through atmospheric quarters like the Tanners’ Quarter that many travelers miss. With insider tips, photo-perfect stops, and a relaxed pace, this tour lets you experience Strasbourg the way locals know it: full of character, culture, and hidden details waiting to be discovered.

Enjoy an active way to discover Alsace’s most picturesque villages and vineyards—and pair your excursion with a top-notch wine tasting—on this private bike tour. In the morning, meet your guide right outside Colmar, grab your bike, and set off on two wheels. You’ll discover picturesque villages like Eguisheim and Gueberschwihr, cycle past grand cru vineyards, and enjoy a tutored wine tasting.

Experience the romance of Heidelberg and the elegance of Baden-Baden on an intimate full-day trip from Strasbourg in a luxury van. With an expert English-speaking guide, explore Heidelberg’s charming Old Town, take the funicular to its hilltop castle terraces, and marvel at the legendary giant wine barrel while enjoying sweeping views of the Neckar River. After free time for lunch, discover Baden-Baden’s refined beauty, strolling the Lichtentaler Allee, visiting the frescoed Trinkhalle, and passing its famous casino, all while soaking in the timeless spa-town atmosphere. Small-group luxury travel : max. 7 guests for comfort and personalized attention. Two iconic German cities in one day : combining Heidelberg’s romantic history with Baden-Baden’s spa-town elegance. Exclusive experiences : funicular, castle terraces and legendary giant wine barrel in Heidelberg. Scenic variety : from river panoramas to lush parkways and grand 19th-century architecture.

Our first stage will take you to Bergheim, a superb village on the wine route, which conceals many wonders hidden in the heart of its medieval walls. You will then have the opportunity to visit the charming town of Ribeauvillé, former stronghold of the Lords of Ribeaupierre. After a visit to Hunawihr and a photo stop in front of its famous fountain, you will go to a local winemaker to taste traditional Alsatian wines. Take advantage of the lunch break in the village of Riquewihr, one of the best known in the region, in particular for its privileged location, in the heart of the vineyard. The visits will continue through two villages also famous for their historical character: Kaysersberg and Eguisheim. These two villages have been elected "Favorite Villages of the French", a famous French program celebrating each year the favorite villages of the French. Kaysersberg won the edition in 2017 and Eguisheim in 2013.

The man who designed the Statue of Liberty was born in Colmar, and his sculptures stand in eight spots along this walking route. This self-guided audio tour, played through the Tourific app on your own phone, leads you to all of them, plus a Jewish treasure found behind a wall five centuries after it was buried, and the smallest house in town, once used as a medieval anti-smuggling post. You'll trace Colmar's restless past as it changed hands between France and Germany seven times, stand where Audie Murphy earned the Medal of Honor at nineteen, and pause beside the canal Disney's animators may or may not have borrowed for Belle's village. With offline maps, no fixed start time, and the freedom to stop for kougelhopf, this Colmar audio tour fits your pace, not a guide's. Over 20,000 travelers have used our self-guided walking tours, and the tour comes with a full refund guarantee. Press play when you're ready.

Explore the scenic Alsace region from Strasbourg, without hiring a car or planning a day trip yourself, with this small-group tour. Let your guide handle the day's logistics and activities, so you can fully immerse yourself in the experience. Enjoy an itinerary that includes the High Koenigsbourg Fortress, Colmar, Eguisheim, and Riquewihr.

Many people don’t realize that a World War II-era concentration camp once stood on French soil—and without a guide to fill you in on crucial context, it can be hard to make sense of Natzweiler-Struthof Memorial's troubling history. On this private half-day tour, listen to explanations and understand Alsace’s unique position as it was annexed back and forth between France and Germany.

Step into a fairytale on our Colmar Walking Tour, where history, culture, and charm meet in the heart of Alsace.Our tour is led by passionate local guides who bring Colmar’s medieval history and rich Alsatian traditions vividly to life. Stroll through the picturesque canals of Little Venice, take in the vibrant timber-framed houses, and discover hidden treasures like secret courtyards and charming artisan boutiques. Ideal for culture lovers, photographers, and curious minds, this tour shows you the real Colmar — one story, one step at a time.

Located on the German border, the Alsace region is famed for its scenic vineyards and medieval villages. On this tour from Colmar, benefit from a small group size as you follow the Alsatian Wine Route, stopping to sample Alsace wines at a local wine cave (own expense), and visit the "Four Wonders of the Alsace"—the picturesque villages of Eguisheim, Kaysersberg, Ribeauvillé, and Riquewihr.

Hi! I'm Kevin, born and raised in Chicago, and I've been living in Strasbourg since 2020. I love sharing my adopted home with travelers who enjoy a mix of culture, history, humor, and authenticity! In this “Welcome to Strasbourg!” walking tour, we will visit many highlights of sights and life in the city. We will marvel in the beauty of Strasbourg’s iconic cathedral, stroll through Petite France, Strasbourg’s most picturesque neighborhood, followed by the city's most important squares. Along the way, I will also be pointing you towards other things to explore for the rest of your stay! This is a relaxed, friendly walking tour. Rather than a history lecture, it’s more like a walk with a friend with fun facts, local stories, and excellent food recommendations to share! Whether you're here for a day or a week, I'll make sure that Strasbourg feels a little more familiar :) Please note: - we will not be entering inside the cathedral during the tour - the tour is conducted in English