Where is the meeting point

The meeting point is the Tourist Information Amberg, Hallplatz 2, 92224 Amberg.

How long does the city tour last

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

What does participation cost

The public city tour costs from 8 euros for adults; reduced tickets are available according to the Tourist Information.

Which highlights will be visited

Typical stops include the marketplace with town hall, St. Martin, New Castle, sections of the city wall, and the city glasses; deviations may occur depending on the route.

How do I obtain tickets

Tickets are available online or in advance at the Tourist Information Amberg; only remaining tickets are available on site.

In which language does the tour take place

The public tour usually takes place in German.

Discover Amberg: Historical Old Town Tour, vividly narrated, compact, well-founded, with insider views 2026

Name: Historical City Tour Through the Old Town of Amberg
Start: 2026-08-11T13:00:00+02:00
End: 2026-08-11T14:30:00+02:00
Location: Tourist Information Amberg

With every step deeper into Amberg's history: The historical old town tour

This city tour opens hidden doors in the Old Town of Amberg and makes almost 1000 years of local history tangible. In 90 captivating minutes, you will discover architectural masterpieces, hear lively anecdotes, and experience the authentic atmosphere of a former electoral residence city.

Medieval charm, Renaissance splendor, and baroque magnificence

Between city walls, city gates, and moat, Amberg shows its fortified face. In the marketplace with the town hall and the Gothic St. Martin's Church, you sense urban self-assertion, and at the New Castle, courtly representation. Visual axes and facade details tell of prosperity, guilds, and worlds of faith.

City Glasses, Air Art, and Mariahilfberg – architecture to touch

The iconic city glasses reflect the city’s history as a stone bridge in the water of the Vils. Air art and the air museum set surprising accents of modernity, while Mariahilfberg, high above the roofs, unites baroque piety and far-sightedness. This city tour connects cultural heritage with sensory discovery images.

Insider knowledge of the tour guides

Certified guides from the Tourist Information weave red threads: from the medieval city wall to trade routes to today’s university and culinary city. You will gain orientation, sound historical context, and practical tips for your further stay.

Conclusion: Compact, well-founded, and eventful – this city tour is the ideal discovery experience to get to know Amberg. Secure your tickets early and see the Vils city with new eyes.