How long does the city tour last

The tour lasts about 90 minutes and covers the main attractions of Amberg's old town.

Where is the meeting point

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

What is the cost of participation

Adults pay €8, reduced €6, children up to 5 years free. Family tickets are available.

How do I obtain tickets

Tickets are available online through the Tourist Information Amberg or directly at the Tourist Information. Only leftover tickets are available on-site.

How do I best travel there

Recommended parking garages are at Ziegeltor, at Kurfürstenbad, or the Altstadtgarage. Use public transport on Amberg city traffic in the VGN to reach the old town.

Is the tour accessible

The route runs over cobblestones and may be restricted. For individual questions, it is advisable to contact the Tourist Information in advance.

Discover Amberg: historical city tour with insider knowledge and emotion

Name: Historical City Tour Amberg: A Stroll Through History
Start: 2026-05-10T13:00:00+02:00
End: 2026-05-10T14:30:00+02:00
Location: Tourist Information Amberg

With every step through centuries – Your historical city tour in Amberg

Experience Amberg as a vibrant open-air museum during a guided city tour: medieval city walls, winding alleys, and the famous Stadtbrille tell the almost thousand-year history of the Vilsstadt in a compact 90 minutes – well-founded, vivid, and approachable.

Architecture to Touch: From the Market Square to the Stadtbrille

Starting at the Tourist Information, sightlines open up to the Town Hall and St. Martin. The tour continues to gates and walls that once protected the trading city. The view towards the Stadtbrille – that bridge whose reflection looks like a pair of glasses – provides photo opportunities and city history in one.

Cultural Heritage that Touches

Between the residence, guild houses, and fountains, anecdotes and historical contexts condense into a true discovery experience. Your guide explains the significance of the Vils River for crafts and trade and connects biographies with urban development – history you can touch.

Insider Knowledge on the Route

The city tour follows short, easily walkable stages through the old town. In 1.5 hours, clear images of the epochs – from Gothic to Baroque – emerge with details on facades, coats of arms, and architectural plastic. Information on further themed tours and museum visits rounds off the program.

Practical Considerations: Meeting Point, Duration, Tickets

The meeting point is the Tourist Information, Hallplatz 2. The tour lasts about 90 minutes. Tickets can be obtained in advance online or at the Tourist Information; only leftover tickets will be available on-site. For a relaxed arrival, parking garages at Ziegeltor, at Kurfürstenbad, or the Altstadtgarage are recommended; you can comfortably reach the old town via public transport using the Amberg city traffic in the VGN.

Conclusion: See Amberg with New Eyes

This city tour combines cultural enrichment with sensory impressions: cobblestones underfoot, cool walls next to warm sandstone, stories that bring places to life. Secure your tickets now and discover Amberg compactly, knowledgeably, and atmospherically.