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Private tourOnly your group will participate
Overview
The beautiful city of Merano sits at a crossroads between Austria and Italy, where Alpine landscapes meet Mediterranean warmth.
On this self-guided audio tour, you’ll see how eight centuries of history played out across promenades, arcaded streets, and spa-era architecture. The tour starts at Elisabeth Park. You’ll see the marble statue of ‘Sissi’ that marks the spot where the empress’ visits in the 1870s and 1880s sparked a wave of aristocratic tourism that reshaped the city. Descending into the old town, you’ll walk through Laubengasse, a 400-metre covered arcade built in the 1200s that served as Merano’s commercial heart for over 800 years. The tour ends at the Kurhaus, the city’s iconic Art Nouveau spa house, whose gilded Kursaal and domed rotunda still host concerts, balls, and the internationally renowned Merano Wine Festival.
What's included
Lifetime access to this tour in English before your booking date and after it
Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata
Flexibility to explore at your own pace with a self-guided GPS tour
App for Android and iOS
Directions to the starting point so that when you’re in the right place, the tour will start
Smartphone and headphones
Transportation
Food and drink
Personal expenses for admission fees not included during the tour
What to expect
Wandelhalle
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Admire this elegant glass-and-arch promenade hall stretching along the banks of the Passer River. Stroll through the space where 19th-century spa guests once walked to breathe the healing mountain air prescribed by their doctors.
Passeggiata D'inverno
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Walk along this sheltered winter promenade, designed to let aristocratic visitors enjoy the outdoors even in the cooler months. Enjoy the graceful architecture and river views that made Merano one of Europe's most fashionable retreats.
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Marvel at this sturdy medieval tower, the last surviving remnant of the 13th-century Ortenstein Castle that once guarded the city. Climb its steps for sweeping panoramic views across the rooftops of Merano and the surrounding Adige Valley.
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Explore this celebrated high-altitude trail funded by visionary spa doctor Franz Tappeiner in the late 1800s. Stroll along its three-kilometre path and enjoy breathtaking views over Merano's terracotta rooftops and the Alpine peaks beyond.
Duomo di San Nicolo Merano
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Pass before this magnificent Gothic parish church, dominated by a soaring 83-metre bell tower visible from across the city. Marvel at its richly decorated stained glass windows and the centuries of Tyrolean history embedded in its stone walls.
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Walk beneath the covered arches of this 400-metre medieval arcade, built in the 1200s and the commercial heart of Merano for over eight centuries. Explore the elegant shops and cafes that line this timeless street, where traders and aristocrats have passed for generations.
Teatro Puccini di Merano
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Admire this jewel of Art Nouveau architecture, inaugurated in 1900 with a grand performance of Goethe's Faust. Pass beneath its ornate facade and appreciate how this intimate theatre has brought music and culture to the heart of Merano for over a century.
Passeggiata sul Lungo Passirio
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Stroll along this scenic riverside promenade following the gentle curves of the Passer River through the heart of the city. Enjoy the lush greenery, mountain backdrops, and the unhurried pace that has made this walk a favourite for visitors since the spa era.
Terme Merano
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Marvel at this striking modern spa complex, where contemporary architecture meets centuries of Tyrolean bathing tradition. Enjoy the sight of its gleaming glass facade reflecting the Alpine landscape that has drawn health-seekers to Merano since the 1800s.
Kurhaus
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Pass before Merano's most iconic landmark, a grand Art Nouveau spa house whose gilded Kursaal and domed rotunda have hosted concerts and balls for over a century. Explore the elegant surroundings of a building that remains the beating cultural heart of this remarkable city.
Meeting and pickup
Meeting point
This tour starts at Elisabeth-Park. Before arrival, please install the mobile app and use the code provided on your confirmation ticket. Detailed starting point instructions are available after downloading.
End point
Tour ends at Merano Spa House
Additional information
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
