Where is the meeting point

The meeting point is the Tourist Information Amberg, Hallplatz 2, 92224 Amberg. Please arrive 10 minutes before the start.

How long does the city tour last

The tour lasts about 90 minutes and includes the main sights of the Old Town.

What does participation cost

The ticket price is €8 per person. Tickets can be obtained at the Tourist Information or in the official online ticket area of the city of Amberg.

Which sights will be visited

Typical stations include Stadtbrille, Town Hall, Electoral Palace, Basilica of St. Martin, and sections of the city wall. Changes on-site are possible.

Is the tour barrier-free

The route goes over cobblestones and Old Town alleys. Please register any individual needs in advance with the Tourist Information Amberg.

Are there parking options nearby

Yes, in the Old Town, designated parking zones and mobile parking are available. Disabled parking spaces are indicated in the Old Town area.

Discover Amberg: City Tour to Stadtbrille, Town Hall, and Castle with Insider Knowledge Today

Name: A Stroll Through the History of Amberg – Historical City Tour
Start: 2026-05-05T13:00:00+02:00
End: 2026-05-05T14:30:00+02:00
Location: Tourist Information Amberg

Amberg's Past at Every Step – Your Historical City Tour through the Old Town

Embark on a discovery experience through Amberg's nearly 1000-year history. In 90 minutes, a certified guide from the Amberg Tourist Information will lead you to masterful buildings, vibrant city wall architecture, and art-historical treasures – compact, vivid, and well-founded.

Old Town Atmosphere: History You Can Touch

Between cobblestones, alleys, and squares, an authentic atmosphere unfolds. You will experience the Stadtbrille as an iconic landmark, the late Gothic Basilica of St. Martin, the town hall, and the Electoral Palace – embedded in one of the best-preserved city fortifications in the Upper Palatinate.

Route & Highlights: Stadtbrille, Castle, City Wall

The city tour begins at Hallplatz and directs the gaze to distinctive sightlines: from Hallplatz to Stadtbrille over the Vils, further to the town hall and the New Castle, past gates of the fortification like Nabburger Tor and Stadtbrille. Architectural details become tangible: Jurassic limestone, late Gothic forms, baroque facades – cultural enrichment with insider knowledge.

Duration, Meeting Point, Tickets

The start is promptly at 11:00 AM at the Tourist Information, Hallplatz 2. The city tour lasts about 90 minutes. Tickets can be obtained at the Tourist Information or online in the official ticket area of the city of Amberg.

Practical Information: Arrival, Parking, Comfort

For the Old Town, public transport is recommended or parking in designated zones. There are parking options in the Old Town, and mobile parking is available; designated disabled parking spaces are provided. Comfortable shoes are recommended.

Visitors' Voices

Visitors' reactions are clear: the city tour delights explorers. On Instagram, a guest exclaims: 'Incredible how close history comes here!' On Facebook, one reads: 'The best way to discover Amberg's secrets!'

Conclusion

This city tour bundles local history, cultural heritage, and vivid architecture into a compact city tour experience. Secure your ticket in time and discover Amberg with new eyes.