Top Germany Half-day Tours - page 4

Few places do Christmas better than Munich—and this small-group tour offers the perfect way to explore its Christmas markets like a local, savoring seasonal treats and browsing charming merchant stalls. Learn about alpine Christmas traditions while visiting iconic attractions, including Marienplatz, Odeonsplatz, and the Residenz courtyard. End your evening at Theresienwiese, home to Munich’s largest and most unique Christmas market. This tour is run by a local, multi award-winning Munich company and lasts 3 to 4 hours.

Enjoy Oktoberfest in Munich during this full-day experience that includes a Munich city tour and a guaranteed spot inside a tent. Beginning with a walking tour, learn about the city’s history and brewing customs, and hear about the 200-year-old festival at Theresienwiese. Then, take a seat at your reserved place in one of the major Oktoberfest beer tents, where you receive two liters of beer and chicken.

Get acquainted with Munich the easy way on a fun, flexible hop-on hop-off city bus tour. Choose a 24-hour Express Tour to check out Munich’s main highlights or a 24-hour or 48-hour Grand Tour ticket to widen your sightseeing net. Either way, settle aboard an open-top double-decker bus, listen to the enlightening onboard commentary, and enjoy panoramic views of sites such as the Marienplatz, Hofbrauhaus, Viktualienmarkt and more. Hop off at the stops that interest you, explore on foot and then re-board the bus at any stop you wish.

Gain insight into the Third Reich's rise to power and visit Dachau Concentration Camp Memorial Site on this full-day Munich combo tour. Travel to Dachau, one of the first Nazi concentration camps in Germany, and explore the memorial site with a guide. Then, learn about the history of Nazi Germany during World War II, and see some of the buildings associated with Adolf Hitler on a walking tour through Munich.

Visit the famous Zugspitze, Germany’s highest peak, on this guided, full-day trip with road transfers from Munich. Take a cable car to the summit of Zugspitze, Germany's highest mountain at 2,962 meters (9,718 feet) above sea level, for breathtaking views of Germany, Austria, Switzerland, and Italy, then ride the cogwheel train back down.

Discover beautiful and historic Nuremberg on this full-day rail tour from Munich. Relax on the comfortable train ride to Nuremberg, enjoy free time for lunch, and take a guided tour of the former Nazi Rally Grounds. Soak up German history, sample local delicacies, and snap photos of the medieval and gothic accents that decorate this modern city.

Munich is an ideal jumping-off point for day trips along Bavaria’s famed Romantic Road. But escaping the city usually requires negotiating a stressful car rental. Instead, leave the driving to someone else during this full-day sightseeing tour, so you're free to admire the scenery. In just one day, you can explore Harburg Castle (admission tickets own expense) and the picture-perfect medieval town of Rothenburg.

Discover the fairy tale castles of Neuschwanstein and Linderhof, created by Germany’s 19th-century King Ludwig II, on a hassle-free, full-day trip from Munich. Let someone else take on the driving while you relax and admire Bavaria's magnificent scenery on route to the UNESCO World Heritage sites. At Linderhof, Ludwig’s rococo-style hunting lodge and last home, join an optional interior tour and enjoy free time to explore at your own pace. Then, continue to Neuschwanstein, a picture-book clutch of turrets and chambers that inspired Disney’s "Sleeping Beauty" castle.

Discover elegant Salzburg—historic birthplace of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart—on a day trip from Radius Tours Office and make your way with the group to the train, heading to Salzburg, Austria. Relax on the comfortable train ride to Salzburg, take a guided tour of city attractions like Domkirche Cathedral and the Festung Hohensalzburg fortress, then enjoy hours of independent time to explore. Soak up Austrian history, sample local delicacies, and snap photos of the city set against the striking backdrop of the Alps.

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.

Travel from Munich to Bavaria’s Neuschwanstein Castle on this day trip that includes round-trip transportation by train. Often known as Germany’s "Cinderella castle," Neuschwanstein was actually the inspiration for a different Disney story, the ‘Sleeping Beauty’ castle at Disneyland. Take a guided tour of the castle, and hear stories about the "Mad" King Ludwig II, who commissioned it. The entrance fee is not included, but skip-the-line access is, so you won’t wait in the main admission queue.

Visit Neuschwanstein Castle, Ettal Abbey and the forest-ringed village of Oberammergau in one easy day trip from Munich. After leaving your city hotel, travel with your own private driver-guide into the heart of Bavaria where fairytale castles and picturesque villages beckon. Prebooked skip-the-line tickets are included to save you time at the admission desks, and you discover the history of each site through commentary from your guide.

Spend the day exploring Munich’s enchanted surroundings with your own private guide and vehicle. Visit the popular sights of the Ettal Monastery, the village of Oberammergau, the opulent Linderhof Palace, and the famous Neuschwanstein Castle (entrance fees extra). Discover the rich history of Bavaria and get insider tips from your informative guide during this private tour.

Frankfurt nightlife can be hard to navigate if you don’t know where to go—this tour makes it simple. You’ll meet an international group, start with welcome shots, and visit 4 venues in one night with one free shot at each stop. Your guide manages the route, timing, and group flow, so you can relax and enjoy a smooth, social night without planning stress. It’s perfect for solo travelers and friend groups who want to meet people fast, experience different vibes in one evening, and finish strong with club entry included. Venues vary depending on the night, so every tour feels fresh.

See Munich in a fun new way: via Segway. After learning how to ride a Segway, zoom through the attractive Bavarian city. Learn about the history of Munich from the guide while seeing such sites as Odeonsplatz, Hofgarten, Victory Gate, Leopoldstraße, the Maximilianeum and the Peace Angel, among others. This tour is a great way to rest your cobblestone-weary feet!

Get an insider’s look at Berlin on this private 3- or 4-hour walking tour. Enjoy personalized attention while visiting some of Berlin’s most popular attractions, including the Berlin Wall Memorial, Checkpoint Charlie, and the Brandenburg Gate, plus some lesser-known locations. Learn about Berlin’s long history, from the time of the Teutonic Knights to the modern capital of unified Germany. A hotel pickup and drop-off are included.

Since the 1960s, Berliners have been painting the surfaces of the German capital with eclectic and inspiring street art. Follow your guide through the city's hidden corners to discover the freshest and finest urban works and find out who's who in the art world. Learn about the art that covers the western side of the Berlin Wall, see works from German and international artists, and take a tour with a special twist during your time in Berlin.

Ideal for beer lovers, explore Munich’s beer culture with ease on this small-group or private half-day tour. Meet your local guide, then go from famous Bavarian beer hall to famous Bavarian beer hall, sampling a range of brews including Oktoberfest beer tasters, and platters of authentic German fare such as regional dips, Bretzel, and cheese and meat platters. Enjoy lagers on the street—a German tradition—and dive into Munich’s infamous bar quarter.

In this tour you will explore the most interesting World War II monuments of the Reich Party city "Nuremberg" with a small group In the VIP minibus, you will travel from the gigantic buildings of Hitler and Speer, to museums and the Nuremberg Trials Room in the Palace of Justice. Nuremberg was the venue for the legendary NSDAP Party Congresses and thus the heart of Adolf Hitler and his ideology. Together with his architect Albert Speer, he realized some of the most monumental buildings of the Nazi era on the Nuremberg Reich Party Congress grounds. From Luitpoldhain Stadium at the Hall of Honour, to the gigantic Congress Hall, the Fuhrer's Great Street to the huge stone grandstands at the Zeppelin Field, you will visit perhaps the largest remaining buildings of that time. After the total destruction of Nuremberg, the famous Nuremberg Trials took place in the Palace of Justice, in which the most important party members and warmongers of the 2nd World War took place. World War I were convicted in an international court.

Discover Berlin’s vibrant, multicultural food scene on a walking tour that allows you to truly live like a local. Visit hidden gems and off-the-beaten-path eateries, sampling a mix of regional delicacies from kebab to currywurst, as well as international flavors and a refreshing drink of local beer. Vegan-friendly offering will also ensure no members of your group are excluded.

Go beyond the main attractions of Berlin to discover the Kreuzberg district on this private 3-hour tour. With your private local host, you'll explore some of the hippest areas of the city and hear stories about urban artists and the trendiest neighborhoods. Your host shares unique stories and personal anecdotes, and provides tailored recommendations for the rest of your trip.

Go in search of Berlin’s best street art with a tour that puts the spotlight on the city’s off-the-grid enclaves. With an urban art-loving local guide, you’ll find vibrant murals, illegal graffiti, and quirky artistic sights that many visitors miss. Hear some of the meanings and theories behind the art as you explore, and learn about Berlin’s burgeoning street art scene.

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.

Expand your knowledge of Nuremberg’s World War II history with a tour that visits the former Nazi Party Rally Grounds. Instead of visiting alone, exploring Nuremberg’s historical sites with a private guide means you can listen to stories about their history as you walk around. Places showcased on the tour include the Congress Hall, the Zeppelin Field, and Courtroom 600.