Merano Italy Private Walking Tour Castello

Bolzano, Italy
Duration1h 30m - 2h
Free cancellationFull refund up to 24 hours before
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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesGerman, Portuguese, English, Chinese, Italian, French, Spanish
Private tourOnly your group will participate

Overview

Walk Merano at your own pace with a self-guided tour on your smartphone. Start at the Art Nouveau Kurhaus, follow the Passer promenade past the monument to Empress Sisi, and wander on through the old town to its arcades, castle and gate. Audio stories and quiz questions bring each stop to life, so you learn how this Alpine spa town and its famous visitors shaped one another. No app to install and no guide to keep up with. Pause for a coffee whenever you like and carry on when you are ready.

What's included

  • Self-guided tour on your smartphone, APP not needed!
  • Audioguide with quizzes about each point of interest along the tour
  • A physical guide (the tour is accessible on your smartphone)
  • Access offline. Internet needed on your phone

What to expect

  1. Kurhaus
    Pass by
    Start at the Kurhaus, Merano's Art Nouveau spa hall on the Passer promenade. Your audio guide introduces the building and the spa town around it.
  2. Monument of Empress Elisabeth (Sissi)
    Pass by
    The monument to Empress Elisabeth, known as Sisi, stands in the gardens by the promenade. Your audio guide tells the story of her stays in Merano.
  3. Wandelhalle
    Pass by
    The Wandelhalle is a covered walkway beside the Passer, built for spa guests who wanted to stroll in any weather. Your audio guide explains how the town looked after its visitors.
  4. Torre delle Polveri
    Pass by
    The Pulverturm, or Powder Tower, stands beside the old Passer bridge. Your audio guide tells you what this tower was part of and why it still matters to the town.
  5. Duomo di San Nicolo Merano
    Pass by
    St. Nikolaus Parish Church is the town's main church, recognised by its tall tower. Your audio guide shares the story of the tower and of the painted giant.
  6. Centro Storico
    Pass by
    The Laubengasse is the arcaded shopping street at the heart of the old town. Walk its covered arcades while your audio guide explains how this medieval street was laid out and used.
  7. Castello Principesco
    Pass by
    The Prince's Castle is Merano's town castle, set among the old streets. Your audio guide tells you how the castle was used and who lived in it.

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Start your self-guided tour at the entrance of the Kurhaus. Open your Ciceru experience nearby and follow the route on your smartphone.

End point

The tour ends near Porta Venosta. Take a moment to enjoy the area before finishing your walk.

Additional information

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

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