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Discover Munich’s historic landmarks, architectural gems, and WWII sites on a tour tailor-made for history buffs. Get to know the city with a private guide and enjoy a personalized itinerary tailored to your interests. Explore the atmospheric neighborhoods; see sites such as Nymphenburg Palace, the Residenz, and St. Peter's Church; and get a local perspective on the city.

Take the stress out of visiting Salzburg and Hallstatt with a private day trip from Munich. Avoid the hassle of navigating unfamiliar roads while you relax in an air-conditioned vehicle and enjoy the scenic Alpine views. Explore each stop at your own pace, focusing on what interests you most—from a boat ride on Lake Hallstatt (at your own expense) to wandering Salzburg's historic streets. It's the easiest way to see more in less time.

Explore Nuremberg’s medieval walled Old Town on a 2-hour walking tour in English. Steeped in antiquity, the city has been at the forefront of pivotal eras throughout Germany’s history. With a past that harks back to the Holy Roman Empire, Nuremberg was also the cradle of the German Renaissance and an important location of the Third Reich (Nazi Germany). Learn the history and see a collection of the city’s must-visit sites, like St Lawrence Church, St Sebald Church, Albrecht Dürer Platz, the Imperial Castle courtyards and Nuremberg Hauptmarkt (marketplace). You'll also get suggestions on what to do in the city and the best places to get the famous Nuremberg sausages and amber lager (Rotbier)!

Experience Munich the way the locals do—by bike. Get a chance to see so much more in an afternoon than you would see on foot. This private tour is a relaxing way to orient yourself on your first day in the city, or see the sights if you only have a short time to visit. You get an authentic taste of Munich history and culture, from Odeonsplatz to the Hofbrauhaus and the English Garden. Enjoy local flavor at Munich’s most popular biergarten.

Enjoy an alternative sightseeing experience of Munich on a sleek Segway tour around this German city. Cover a huge amount of ground in the open air, gliding through the streets to see top sights like Odeonsplatz and Ludwigstrasse. Hear stories about Bavarian history from your guide, from the late medieval period to its infamous political past.

Spend a day exploring three of Bavaria’s charming towns with ease on this private tour. Traveling in the comfort of an air-conditioned vehicle, the itinerary includes stops at Harburg, Dinkelsbuhl, and Rothenburg where you’ll have time to sightsee, soak up Bavarian architecture, and stroll around cobbled streets at your own pace. Ask your driver for local insights and recommendations.

Swap predictable sightseeing tours for something more unusual—a walking tour that focuses on true crime stories of Munich. Find out tales that you’d miss out on if exploring the city alone, such as stories of medieval punishment, serial killers, and kidnapping, all while strolling past key city landmarks, such as Marienplatz, and Frauenplatz.

Explore Dachau Concentration Camp Memorial Site and take a Third Reich walking tour of Munich on this full-day, small-group tour. Visit Dachau, the first Nazi concentration camp in Germany during the Holocaust. Learn how it served as a model for all the other camps that followed it and listen to the heart-wrenching stories of Dachau’s many prisoners. Then, return to Munich to see sites associated with Adolf Hitler and the Nazi Party, and gain insight into this dark period of Munich's past. This tour includes transport and the services of a guide.

The audio guide serves as a convenient mobile companion for a self-guided tour of Nuremberg. This tour is specifically designed for those looking to explore the city in a short span of time (2-3 hours). Simply follow the route on the app's map to navigate through the city center, passing by the main attractions. You're guaranteed to see: The Imperial Fortress, Fortress wall and towers, Albrecht Dürer's House, Craftsmen's Court, The finest churches, A picturesque view of the tiled roofs. Once the tour is downloaded, the app can function offline. The audio guide is best enjoyed through your headphones, allowing you to immerse yourself in fascinating stories and legends at your own pace, without the need to keep up with a tour group. If you only have a few hours to spare in Nuremberg, make the most of it with the TouringBee audio guide, ensuring you don't miss out on anything.

Swap Munich for a visit to the beautiful Austrian city of Salzburg. No need to worry about doing any planning—a full itinerary is organized for you, so you can tick off a mixture of historical sights, filming locations from “The Sound of Music”, and places linked to Mozart. As well as private luxurious car transfers, enjoy a walking tour to explore Old Town sights such as Salzburg Cathedral and Mozartplatz.

Acknowledge Germany’s sobering history on a tour of Dachau Concentration Camp. During your tour, gain insight into the Third Reich’s regime and brutality, as well as the 42,000 people who lost their lives within its bounds. Booking a private tour ensures you can process and pay respects in solitude, as well as ask questions at any point.

Experience the storybook romance of Bavaria on a private tour from Füssen to two of the region’s most impressive castles. Skip the ticket line and guarantee admission to both Neuschwanstein Castle, which inspired the Disney symbol, and Ludwig II’s royal retreat at Linderhof Palace. In between, enjoy free time to explore charming Oberammergau village and the UNESCO-listed Wieskirche church in the meadow while your private guide and car wait.

Experience the true beauty of Bavaria by going on a day trip to Lake Konigssee, St. Bartholomew Island, and Berchtesgaden Salt Mine. Save time figuring out local public transport schedules and enjoy having an itinerary planned out for you. Travel with ease in air-conditioned vehicle, and cross the lake on an electric boat. Along the way, hear interesting facts and stories from your guide, as you explore the best parts of the local landscape, such as Berchtesgaden Alpine National Park.

Escape to the islands of Herreninsel and Fraueninsel in the Chiemsee, Bavaria’s largest lake, on this full-day rail trip from Munich. Enjoy a guided tour of the stunning Herrenchiemsee Palace, modeled after the Palace of Versailles and one of King Ludwig II’s homes on Herreninsel Island. Then explore the historic Fraueninsel Island, whose origins date back 1,300 years, at leisure. Round-trip train ticket included. Castle admission and boat rides additional.

Discover the history of Munich through its glorious dead on this guided small-group tour of the Alter Sudfriedhof (Old South Cemetery). Dating back to 1563, the Alter Sudfriedhof is the final resting place of some of the city's most prominent historical figures. As you take in its serene ambience, you'll unearth stories of the lives (and deaths) of the people who helped to shape modern-day Munich, as well as tales of the macabre including: the Plague, torture and execution, political revolts, WWII, tragic accidents, and more. Yes, we even have a few ghost stories to share along the way as well. After your visit to the land of the dead, celebrate life and live deliciously with a stroll through the trendy Glockenbachviertel neighbourhood. Pass by lively cafes and boutiques before visiting the city's best chocolate shop where you will indulge is a hot drinking chocolate of the gods. This tour begins and ends at Munich's 14th century gate, Sendlinger Tor.

Explore WWII’s Nazi remnants on Germany’s Obersalzberg more comprehensively than if alone on this small-group tour from Salzburg. While most excursions focus on Hitler’s mountaintop Eagle’s Nest lodge, this tour also covers the forested, ruin-studded slopes below. See the remains of Hitler’s chalet, Nazi leaders’ homes and bunkers as your guide shares insight you could otherwise miss. Then, follow the path taken by liberating US forces in 1945 by hiking to the Eagle’s Nest to absorb its history and views.

Skip the awkward walking tours and explore Munich's historic city centre with a local guide in your pocket—literally. Using your smartphone, you’ll follow your guide’s voice from the famous Hofbräuhaus to Holnstein Palace and beyond. Stop, skip, and fast-forward as you please, getting a deep dive into a dozen city hotspots on your own time with a private tour experience.

Make exploring Nymphenburg Palace nothing but royal-level adventure with this time-saving service. You’ll get skip-the-lines access into this Baroque gem, your guide taking you through the opulent interiors and illuminating Bavaria’s past. If you’d like, you can also tack on optional transfers from Munich, an experience at the Carriage Museum, and a tour of The Museum of Man and Nature, topping off the day spent exploring the past.

Get an insider’s look at the capital city of Bavaria on a private 2- to 3-hour tour. Covering a wide array of topics - including history, architecture, and food - the Munich excursion is the perfect option for solo travelers or friend groups with a variety of interests. Join your top rated guide on an adventure to taste traditional food at Viktualienmarkt, explore the Baroque Asam Church, and visit the world-famous Hofbrauhaus Munchen beerhouse.

Travel by train from Munich to Nuremberg and spend a day seeing the historical city’s highlights with a private guide. With a flexible itinerary that’s tailored to your interests, the full-day sightseeing tour takes in two of Nuremberg’s must-visit sites: the walled medieval Old Town and the former Nazi party rally grounds. Admire stunning gothic architecture, and then learn about Nuremberg during the days of the Third Reich (Nazi Germany) while visiting the Imperial Castle, St Lawrence Church, Luitpold Arena, Congress Hall and more. A visit to the Nuremberg Trials Courthouse is also possible on this tour. The tour price includes first class regional train tickets. For an additional fee, taking the ICE train is also possible.

Check off the highlights of Munich’s historic center in double-quick time with your very own private guide. Enjoy a cultural masterclass as you see the town halls, the Clock Tower, the Theatine Church, the Cathedral of Our Blessed Lady, Ludwigstrasse, the Odeonsplatz, and Max-Joseph-Platz, not to mention the 16th-century Hofbrauhaus beer hall, the Victuals Market, and more. Just ask your guide if you would like to customize your tour.

Oktoberfest is a dizzying whirlwind that’s attended by millions of visitors each year—and this tour makes exploring it stress-free and accessible. Meet your guide in central Munich and head to the Theresienwiese festival grounds. Tour the grounds to learn about the event’s history before heading to one of the famous beer halls. Sit at your reserved table, and enjoy beers and lunch all while you soak up the one-of-a-kind ambiance.

To get intimate with Munich, you’ll need a local guide—and with this flexible tour, there’s an option that fits your schedule. From two hours to six hours, you’ll get a private, guided adventure around Old Town, opting to spend time discovering Frauenkirche, Theatine Church and Residenz, too. Regardless of your itinerary, you’ll level up your trip with local insight and, hopefully, fall in love with this Bavarian capital.

Combine a love of history and music with a unique walking tour of Rothenburg ob der Tauber. The brief itinerary goes beyond standard city sightseeing with an entertaining guide in character who performs songs live while you stroll. You’ll learn about Franconian landmarks in the well-preserved medieval city, such as the Town Hall (Rathaus) and Holy Ghost Church.