Kiel - Private Historic Walking Tour
ID: GYG590328-995062
Category:
Country: Germany
Duration:
02:00 hours
Description
Visit the historic center of Kiel where you will come across buildings such as the St. Nikolai church and the Town Hall. Stroll through the oldest street in town known as the Holstenstraße.
Start your tour at the Town Hall and get to see its main tower. It is located on the main square and has been the center for politics since 1911.
Continue your stroll through the Holstenstraße, which is one of the oldest pedestrian streets in Kiel. Here, you will find boutique stores, cafes and baked treats along the way.
As we continue, you will come across the Opera house, the city's major venue for opera, ballet, and orchestral performances. It was designed by architect Heinrich Seeling and built between 1905 and 1907.
Next, you will visit the St. Nikolai church. It is the town's oldest building, at the Alter Markt. It is dedicated to Saint Nicholas. In the 19th century, it was remodeled in the Gothic Revival style. It was later destroyed in World War II and was rebuilt with a simpler contemporary interior.
Along the way, you will have a chance to photograph yourself at the statue of Zar Peter III. As we continue, you will come across an Art gallery before reaching the Old Botanical Garden which is also known as the Old Botanical Garden on the Fjord.
Highlights
- Visit the historic center of Kiel and learn about its history
- Stroll through the oldest street in town known as the Holstenstraße
- Visit the St. Nikolai church, the oldest building in town
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
In front of the Town Hall (Rathausplatz), your tour guide shall be waiting with a Signboard
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
Cancellation is not possible. If you cancel it anyway or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity and the money you paid will not be refunded.