Glide Through History: Munich 3-Hour Segway Tour English Tour
ID: GYG9709-9709
Category:
Country: Germany
Duration:
03:00 hours
Description
Glide through history on a 3-hour Segway tour of Munich, learn about the city’s development from a small medieval town to one of Germany's #1 cities. See the royal palace, river surfers & much more!
Make friends with Munich on a fun 3-hour Segway tour of the city’s main attractions. Following a comprehensive introduction to this highly intuitive self-balancing mode of transport, you will explore the historic city center. Groups are kept small so that all your questions will be answered, and you will benefit from the handy insider tips your guide will give you for the rest of your vacation.
Starting in the Old City pedestrian zone, you will make frequent stops to admire the city sights and try some typical Munich snacks. Learn about the Munich’s development from a modest medieval town to today’s exciting city of science and technology, evidenced by the colossal Deutsches Museum.
Admire the classical architecture of Königsplatz, modeled on the Acropolis in Athens. Glide past the palatial Maximilianeum, home to the Bavarian state parliament since 1949. Learn about Munich’s role during World War 2, and pass the freestanding cube of the starkly modern Jewish Museum. End with a greater appreciation of this city of rich culture and bustling progress, and a better understanding of the city’s motto, "München mag Dich" (Munich likes you).
Highlights
- Glide around the historic sights of Munich on a self-balancing Segway
- See the Deutsches Museum, the world's largest science and technology museum
- Discover hidden city sights and get insider tips for the rest of your vacation
- Learn about Munich's rise from medieval town to one of Germany's richest cities
- Learn about Munich's dark history and see remnants of the rise of Nazism.
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
• The tour takes place rain or shine, except for extremely inclement weather. Please dress accordingly.
• Participants must be at least 14 years old to take part. Minors under the age of 18 must be accompanied by an adult or have an adult complete the insurance paperwork.
• Participants must weigh between 100 pounds (45 kilos) and 250 pounds (115 kilos).
Meet at Fat Tire Tours, Karlsplatz 4. From the Karlsplatz (Stachus) McDonalds, with your back to the city gate, turn right along Sonnenstrasse. After 50 meters, you will see the shop on the right-hand side in the courtyard of Karlsplatz 4.
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
