Jewish history has shaped Mainz for many centuries. This guided tour traces the history of Jewish life from the Cathedral, via Klarastraße and the State Museum, to the New Synagogue and the Feldberg School. Mainz is one of the ShUM cities, whose significant Jewish heritage was recognised as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2021.
Duration: 1.5–2 hours
Price per group: 155€
This guided tour connects the Old Cathedral of St. Johannis with St. Martin’s Cathedral. You will learn why a new cathedral was built in the 10th century and what role both churches played as the cathedrals of the archdiocese. With its archaeological excavations, the Old Cathedral illustrates a building history spanning some 1,500 years.
Duration: 2 hours
Price per group: 155€
The Old Jewish Cemetery “Am Judensand” is one of Europe’s most significant Jewish cultural sites. This historic site, which forms part of the UNESCO World Heritage List of ShUM sites, is situated along Mombacher Straße. During the tour, you will learn more about its history, the symbolism of the gravestones, mourning rituals and the notable figures who are laid to rest here.
Duration: 1.5–2 hours
Price per group: 155€
The citadel on Jakobsberg took on its present form around 1660 and formed part of the Mainz fortress. On this guided tour, you will explore the site and its history. The tour will also cover the underground tunnel system, featuring Roman spolia, storage rooms, wells and air-raid shelters from the Second World War.
Duration: 1.5–2 hours
Price per group: 155€
Note: excluding admission fees of 36€ per group
The Rhine has shaped Mainz since Roman times. An important centre of trade and life developed at the confluence of the Rhine and the Main. On a walk from the Theodor-Heuss-Brücke to the Winterhafen, you’ll learn more about the buildings along the riverbank, as well as the bridges, harbours, markets and festivals.
Duration: 1.5–2 hours
Price per group: 155€
The Roman settlement of Mogontiacum shaped Mainz for centuries. This guided tour shows how a legionary camp developed into an important city in the province of Upper Germania. The tour begins at the Roman theatre, leads to the tomb of Drusus and continues to the late-antique Roman gate on the Kästrich.
Duration: 1.5–2 hours
Price per group: 155€
Note: Due to renovation work, the Museum of Ancient Shipping is currently not included in this tour.
Mainz was under French influence for several years. This guided tour highlights traces of this period in the city. You’ll hear about sieges, destruction and the Mainz Republic. The route takes you to the Palais Impérial and the Grande Rue Napoléon. You’ll also discover where the direct route to Paris begins.
Duration: 2 hours
Price per group: 155€
Mainz Central Cemetery is both a burial ground and a park. Many of the city’s famous figures are laid to rest here. For the people of Mainz, it is also the city’s green lung. The park-like cemetery is particularly inviting for a stroll in spring.
Duration: 1.5–2 hours
Price per group: 155€
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