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1,5 Hour Private Guided Walking Tour: Gutenberg's Mainz

Mainz, Germany
  • 2 hours (approx.)
  • Pickup offered
  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English

Overview

Dive into the world of Johannes Gutenberg, the “Man of The Millennium”, and the pioneer behind the Printing Revolution on this private walking tour. See the original Gutenberg Bible from the 1450s, a monumental artifact that revolutionized the course of history. Engage in a live printing demonstration to see the techniques employed in the 15th-century printing process. Explore key sites linked to Gutenberg's life, including his birthplace and burial site.
  • Explore the Gutenberg Museum to learn about the inventor
  • Learn about the massive impact the printing press had on history
  • Visit important sites including his former workshop and burial site
  • A private tour means a more personalized experience

What's Included

  • Local guide
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off (optional, by arrangement)
  • Gratuities
  • Entrance fee - Gutenberg Museum
    €10.00 per person

Meeting and Pickup

You can head directly to the meeting point, or request pickup

Pickup points

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Pickup details

Unless otherwise arranged, the meeting point is outside the main entrance of the Gutenberg Museum.

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Meeting point

  • Gutenberg Museum
    Naturhistorisches Museum, Reichklarastraße 1, 55116 Mainz, Germany

    Unless otherwise arranged, the meeting point is outside the main entrance of the Gutenberg Museum.

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Arranged start time

Confirm time with the local provider in advance of your experience.
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Itinerary

1

Gutenberg-museum

1 hour Admission Ticket Not Included

2

St. Christoph-Kirche

45 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

3

Gutenbergplatz

15 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

Additional Info

  • Confirmation will be received within 48 hours of booking, subject to availability
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Stroller accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Near public transportation
  • Transportation is wheelchair accessible
  • Surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Most travelers can participate
  • This is a private tour/activity. Only your group will participate

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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From $223.86

per group (up to 15)

up to 24 hours before the experience starts (local time)

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