Aachen English Self Guided Audio Tour on your Phone

4.0 (1 reviews) Cologne, Germany
  1. Home
  2. Activities
  3. Cologne
Duration1h - 2h
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
Instant confirmationYour booking is confirmed right away
TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesEnglish
Private tourOnly your group will participate

Overview

Did you know that, according to legend, the devil attacked the city of Aachen not once, but twice?! Or that the French stole the Charlemagne statue? If you've never heard these stories, don't wait; book this self-guided audio tour now to discover dozens of fun facts about Aachen!

Follow the route and listen to each audio commentary in your earphones. You can even answer quizzes to test your knowledge about the city!

With this self-guided tour, you will be guided through the following locations:

With this self-guided tour, you will be guided through the following locations: Marschiertor, Theater, Elisenbrunnen, Cathedral, Puppenbrunnen, Town Hall & Granus Tower, Charlemagne Statue & Market Square, as well as Ponttor.

With this activity, you'll get access to a 40-minute-long audio commentary.

Download the app on Android or iOS (or access it directly through your browser) to get access to your self-guided audio tour.

What's included

  • 8 different locations to explore the city center
  • Quizzes and audioguide with info about each monument
  • 40-minute-long audio commentary in English
  • A personal guide (this audio tour is accessible on your smartphone)
  • Entrance tickets to monuments not included

What to expect

  1. Marschiertor
    15m
    You will start your tour at the Marschiertor: with our audioguide, you'll learn all about the city of Aachen and this city gate.
  2. Theater Aachen
    15m · Admission ticket not included
    You will continue your visit at the Theater and learn more about its history, thanks to your audioguide. You can also answer quizzes in the app.
  3. Elisenbrunnen
    15m
    Elisenbrunnen is the symbol of the thermal city of Aachen. You will learn all about the thermal water and how it was discovered.
  4. Aachen Cathedral
    15m · Admission ticket not included
    The cathedral is the most famous monument by the city. Built by Charlemagne, it is however associated with a famous legend. Listen to your audioguide to learn more!
  5. Puppenbrunnen
    15m
    The Puppenbrunnen is a famous fountain in Aachen that can be moved. Answer quizzes in the app and learn more about it in your audioguide.
  6. 15m · Admission ticket not included
    The City Hall of Aachen hosted numerous coronation banquets. Listen to your audioguide to learn more about its history. You can also answer quizzes in the app.
  7. 15m
    Facing the Town Hall, the Charlemagne statue commemorates the "Father of Europe". You will learn more about Charlemagne and his impact on Europe.
  8. Ponttor
    15m
    You will finish your self-guided tour at the Ponttor, the second remaining city gate of Aachen.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Go to the first station (Marschiertor) or start your tour wherever you like. Follow the instructions received in your booking confirmation email to access your audioguide.

End point

Go to the first station (Marschiertor) or start your tour wherever you like. Follow the instructions received in your booking confirmation email to access your audioguide.

Additional information

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • This is a walking tour: anyone can join

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Reviews

4.0 (1)
From
€8.99 per person
Check availability & book
  • Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts
  • Instant confirmation
  • You'll choose your date and travelers and pay on viator.com. Prices vary by date, group size and option.
Operated by Wanderway · Booked through Viator
More activities in Cologne
From
€8.99 per person
Check availability