About Activity
Aachen invites you to explore its rich tapestry of history and vibrant culture. Wander through its charming streets and uncover the legacy of German kings as you visit key attractions like the UNESCO-listed Aachen Cathedral and the lively Marktplatz. With a knowledgeable guide leading the way, this tour offers a perfect blend of medieval architecture and modern life, ensuring an engaging experience as you connect with fellow travelers. Enjoy the thrill of discovering hidden gems like the historic Granus Tower, and capture memorable moments at each iconic site.
Includes
- Professional tour guide
- 2-hour walking tour
Departure Point
- Meet your guide at the Marktplatz, in front of the Starbucks.
Return
- Meet your guide at the Marktplatz, in front of the Starbucks.
Stop At: Marktplatz is a central square that serves as a vibrant hub for local activities and gatherings. It is surrounded by historic buildings, including the Aachen Town Hall, which dates back to the 14th century. The square hosts regular markets and events, making it a lively spot for both residents and visitors. With its convenient location, Marktplatz is a focal point for exploring the city's cultural and historical sites.
Stop At: Aachen Cathedral Aachen Cathedral is renowned for its architectural and historical significance. Constructed by Charlemagne in the 8th century, it has served as the coronation site for German kings and houses Charlemagne's Palatine Chapel. The cathedral features an octagonal basilica and a choir from the Gothic period, making it a unique blend of architectural styles. It continues to be a place of worship and a key attraction for visitors interested in medieval history and art.
Stop At: Elisenbrunnen Restaurant Elisenbrunnen is located near the historic Elisenbrunnen pavilion, known for its sulfur springs. The restaurant offers a variety of dishes, drawing on both local and international culinary traditions. Its proximity to the city center makes it a convenient spot for a meal while exploring Aachen. The restaurant provides a comfortable setting for diners to enjoy a break from sightseeing.
Stop At: Bahkauv Bahkauv is a notable bronze sculpture in Aachen, depicting a mythical creature from local folklore. Located near the cathedral, it represents a calf-like beast said to haunt the city’s streets at night. The sculpture, created by artist Bonifatius Stirnberg, is a popular spot for visitors to learn about Aachen's legends and take photos. Its central location makes it easily accessible while touring the city's historic areas.
Stop At: Puppenbrunnen Puppenbrunnen is a whimsical fountain in Aachen, featuring bronze puppet-like figures. Created by artist Bonifatius Stirnberg, the figures are movable and represent various aspects of city life, including a knight, a horse, and a market woman. Located near the cathedral, it attracts visitors with its playful and interactive design, offering a charming spot to pause and enjoy the creative artwork while exploring the city.
Stop At: Granus Tower is a historic structure in Aachen, part of the original Carolingian Palace complex. Dating back to the 8th century, it is one of the city's oldest buildings and was used for various administrative and residential purposes over the centuries. The tower is named after the Roman god Granus, associated with healing, reflecting Aachen's historical significance as a spa town. Today, it stands as a testament to Aachen's rich architectural heritage and is a point of interest for visitors exploring the city's past.
Public transportation options are available nearby Suitable for all physical fitness levels Operated by Local Tours Expert For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
A wonderful few hours of history and anecdotes about AachenLMM314
My daughter and I had an excellent tour of the historic center of Aachen in August led by Axel who is a student at the university. He was easy to find at our meeting point, knowledgeable about the history and architecture of Aachen and went above and beyond to show us the cathedral at the end of the hour which was not officially on the tour list. He also followed up with the name of a store we were looking for to buy a Christmas ornament. All in all a great way to spend a few hours to give us a good foundation of the world heritage gems and historic significance of the City with some interesting anecdotes about the printen cookies and Aachen greeting.
Great tour guide. I learned a lot.Liferenewed
It ended up being a semi private tour as it was only me and my companion. The tour was very short in terms of distance as the city itself is not that large, but it did last for the advertise length of time. Alex, our tour guide, was very knowledgeable and we learned a lot about the area. He also had great suggestions on where to eat after the tour, even pinning locations on Google Maps for us. He also had good picture suggestions and took great photos.
Good but, room for improvement Tracey_M
Axel was a friendly guide but, lacked passion for Aachen’s history. Tour information was read rather than given with knowledge. Made to feel a little awkward as he kept talking about tips. We had no cash but, he kept bringing up taking us to a bank.
Wonderful tourlinapF110LO
Great tour! My and my partner learned a lot from the guide Axel!
Wonderful guide, Axel was beyond amazing
Amazing 5 starskiraelizabethp
Amazing, Axel is top guide. I loved the tour
Fantastic toursarahdX3039MA
Jul 23, 2026, 11:51:35 AM Excellent tour. Axel was a great guide and very informative
Aachen Walking Tourvelotourers
Axel was an excellent guide, an interesting two hour tour!
A tour of old AachenoskarsY9150XY
Axel did a fantastic job. He was very knowledgeable and answered all my questions.
Excellent tour of AachenJames_C
Aachen is a beautiful town with a very long and important history beginning with Charlemagne. Our tour guide, Sxel, was very knowledgeable and enthusiastic about the tour. We were fortunate to be the only two on the tour. Axel answered all our questions and was able to give us a longer tour to make sure he addressed all our particular interests. We were never rushed.
Excellent guided tour of Aachen.W5282SFjamesc
Axel was an excellent, very knowledgeable and enthusiastic guide. We had many lively discussions with him. It was an opus he appreciated the area and local history of Aachen. Since there were only two of us in our group with Axel, we had a lot of personal interaction. We thoroughly enjoyed the tour as did Axel.
Yan’s review of Aachen tripYan_W
Great tour, very beautiful and ancient town, tour guide is very professional and knowledgeable, beat churches
Wonderful tour of Aachen!kostkaa2026
Axel provided a wonderful overview of history and architecture in Aachen. We enjoyed having him take us to see streets off the primary paths to see interesting sights. The basket maker street is lovely!
Friendly and helpfulLiesKey92
We had a lovely time. Axel is very friendly. His explanations were very helpful.
The tour around the city center was really worth it, really friendly tour guide and a lot of knowledge about the history of Aachen.
Amazing town tripI8033XOdanielac
Is a really good weekend time-spending with friends. I've never known Aachen has such a rich history. Anyways, the guide was really good and answered to all the questions we had (even the stupid ones). Was fun to find little gems in the usual streets. Definetily worth it. Quick advice: if you go in winter, really dress warm or take some tea with you cause Aachen weather is not for the weak. Overall, loved it.
Aachen Tour w AxelgabriellapV28CE
I really enjoyed the tour in Aachen. Came with a few friends, and actually learned a bunch of new and insightful things about the city. We got lucky and went on Karlfest day, which made it extra fun. There was a marching band and we got to see alot more of the Rathaus. Eventhough we went on a "festival" day, it wasn't too crowded. The tour guide was great too, really knew his stuff and answered all our questions without any problem. He managed to keep everything interesting in the alocated time. Overall, it was a great experience and I'd totally recommend it if you want a fun and informative way to explore the city in a day.
Aachen Walking Tour with Axel!J8016RLdaniloc
Dec 17, 2025, 12:02:41 PM Aachen isn't one of Germany's top tourist destinations, but its proximity to Cologne motivated us to visit it. The city surprised us with its beautiful cathedral, charming streets, and rich history. Our guide, Axel, showed us the city from his perspective as both a student and a local. The trip to Aachen was definitely well worth it.
An insightful walk through Aachen61lilliaa
My partner and I booked a walking tour around Aachen Central and we thoroughly enjoyed it. Our guide had a deep knowledge and a good understanding of the town, which made our experience informative and yet fun. For the price of 25$ per person you do learn about all the highlights that this imperial place has to offer. The guide took good care of the group and elevated our tour impression. He showed us the good hidden gems of each sight, answered every question we had and provided additional pictures of buildings through the years. Overall, we highly recommend booking this tour with our guide if you want to as much as you can learn about Aachen in 2 hours!
