How long does the city tour last?

The tour lasts about 90 minutes and takes you to selected sights of the Amberg 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 does participation cost?

Adults pay €8, reduced rate €6, children aged 6 to 11 €4, family tickets are available.

Is the tour barrier-free?

The tour runs mostly on flat paths, but some passages with cobblestones and narrow alleys require sure-footedness.

What language is spoken?

The public tour is conducted in German. Group tours in additional languages are possible upon request.

What equipment is recommended?

Comfortable, sure-footed shoes and weather-appropriate clothing are recommended, as the tour takes place mostly outdoors.

Discover Amberg anew: Historical Old Town Tour with Insider Knowledge

Name: Historical City Tour through the Amberg Old Town
Start: 2026-09-19T12:30:00+02:00
End: 2026-09-19T14:00:00+02:00
Location: Tourist-Information Amberg

Amberg with New Eyes: The Historical City Tour as a Lively Discovery Experience

Immerse yourself in the nearly 1000-year history of the Vils city: This guided city tour makes medieval charm, art historical treasures, and authentic atmospheres tangible. Experience history at your fingertips along the almost completely preserved city wall, through picturesque alleys and over vibrant squares – expertly accompanied by trained guides from the city of Amberg.

Architecture that Tells a Story: City Wall, Gates, and the Iconic City Glasses

From the impressive water gate construction City Glasses to towers, moats, and gates, Amberg's military history unfolds coherently before your eyes. The view of the famous double-arch silhouette above the Vils combines visual power and construction history – a photographic motif with symbolic value and cultural heritage.

Art Historical Highlights: Marketplace, St. Martin and New Castle

On the marketplace, Gothic and civic pride intertwine. The church of St. Martin, one of the most significant Gothic buildings in the Upper Palatinate, and the New Castle as a testament to electorate power make political and social connections understandable. The tour condenses eras, styles, and everyday stories into a cultural enrichment.

Insider Knowledge from the Guide: Compact, Informed, Sensory

In about 90 minutes, your guide leads you to selected sights and sets clear focuses: reading architectural forms, discovering details, understanding historical lines. With professional city tour expertise, local knowledge, and didactic instinct, hidden places, materiality, and atmospheres become immediately tangible.

Practical Information for Your City Tour

Duration approx. 90 minutes. Route through the old town with short distances. Meeting point is the Tourist Information at Hallplatz 2. Please think of weather-appropriate clothing and comfortable footwear. The tour takes place mostly outdoors; barrier-free sections are available, but some passages on cobblestones and narrow alleys require sure-footedness.

Visitor Voices

On Instagram, a guest raves: 'History at your fingertips – Amberg's old town is a real discovery experience!'

On Facebook, one reads: 'Short distances, great impact – so much culture and local history in 90 minutes!'

Conclusion

This city tour combines sensory impressions with historical depth: medieval city wall, iconic city glasses, sacred architecture, and electoral history. Secure your ticket now and discover Amberg in a compact, informed, and atmospheric way.