Strasbourg

Tours

Take a fun and easy walking tour through Strasbourg with a local guide who will show you the best of the city. Start on the Grande Île, the historic center of Strasbourg and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Walk along narrow streets filled with old houses and feel like you’ve stepped back in time. Your first stop is the Strasbourg Cathedral, one of the city’s most famous buildings. Learn interesting facts about this stunning church, take a closer look at its detailed decorations, and snap some amazing photos with help from your guide. Next, explore Petite France, a charming area full of canals, bridges, and colorful houses. Your guide will tell you stories about the people who used to live here and show you the best places to take pictures. Head to Place Gutenberg, named after the man who invented the printing press. Your guide will explain why this square is so important in Strasbourg’s history. Then, pass through the Tanners’ Quarter, where locals still enjoy dining and relaxing in cozy restaurants and bars. Finally, visit Place Kléber, the main square of the city, and learn about the life of Jean-Baptiste Kléber, a famous figure from the French Revolution. Your guide will also share tips on where to eat and explore after the tour.

Visit more and spend less on your trip to Strasbourg with a city pass valid for 7 consecutive days. Get discounted rates at various museums, activities, and landmarks.  Collect your city pass at The Strasbourg Tourist Office Shop and see where you can use it. Your city pass offers discounts on the following attractions and activities for 7 days:  • Strasbourg boat tour• Municipal museums admission• Climb to the platform of the Strasbourg Cathedral • Sightseeing train tour (offer valid only on the Neustadt route) • Château Vodou museum admission• Guided walking tour (only in French and German) • Admission to the Vaisseau (a science center for kids) • Bike rental • A session to discover the night sky full of stars at the Planetarium at Jardin des Sciences • Guided bike ride • Segway® tour • A show at the TJP - National Centre for Dramatic Arts • Electric boat ride• Chocolate Museum admission• Audio-guided city tour

The tour begins with departure from Strasbourg bus station and heads to the first stop of the day, historical Haut-Koenigsbourg Castle. Upon arrival, admire the building’s architecture, learn about the people who once lived here, and marvel at the castle's stunning views across the Black Forest. After the castle, the open-top bus follows the famous Alsace Wine Route, making a stop at one of the region's most well-preserved medieval villages along the way, Riquewihr. Spend some free time wandering through the village’s picturesque streets, shop at a local store for a souvenir, or find a cozy restaurant for lunch. The tour continues to Kaysersberg next, to marvel at its beautiful fortified bridge nestled amongst the quaint village surroundings. Your day trip finishes with a visit to Colmar, a unique and endearing country town. The guide only speaks french - but audioguides will have all language options

Go on a walking in Strasbourg and discover the city's most famous spots. Walk with your local guide down the Grande Ile, stroll through the downtown, and take photos as you go. Learn about Strasbourg's fascinating history from your guide, and get tips at the end for the best places to eat and drink. Begin your tour in the Grande Île, an old quarter that exemplifies medieval cities. Marvel at the Romanesque and Rayonnant Gothic architecture of the Strasbourg Cathedral, and take photos in front of the UNESCO World Heritage Site. Listen to stories about the many legends surrounding this monument. Head to the Place Kléber, the largest square in the city. See the statue of French revolutionary Jean-Baptiste Kléber, who the square is named after, and learn about the general's military and architectural past. Then stroll along small, intimate streets and learn more about Strasbourg's history. Discover the Tonneliers district with its many bars and restaurants, and get to see how the locals live. Take plenty of photos along the way, and have your guide give you tips on taking the most "instagrammable" images. Finally, get advice from your guide on the best places to eat in the city.

Discover the charm of Strasbourg on a private cruise on the III river. Choose a 1 hour tour to see the main monuments or become more intimate with the city on a 2 hour tour. Sail on the waters of the Ill river to discover or rediscover the city and its historical monuments in a different way. Hop aboard the spacious ship the 'Saint Gothard' at the old Finkwiller quay and begin your sailing adventure through the heart of the city. Pass by European Institutions and take in the unique bright green rooftops of the Russian Orthodox 'All Saints Church.'  Choose the two hour option and feel the thrill of crossing the locks and the Vauban dam. Glide into the old town of Petite France to take in the classic architecture. Ride by cobblestone roads and 16th-century buildings. Return to your starting point at the end of your cruise.

set off with a guide through the streets of Strasbourg, passing through Little France, the historic district, the Neustadt and the European institutions. Strasbourg European city with 600km of cycle paths where everything is done to facilitate travel by bike

You’ll depart Strasbourg in the morning and make your first stop on this day-long tour in Colmar. Discover the charm of the old town, and visit the Pfister house, the Koïfhus, St. Martin’s Collegiate Church, and the picturesque neighborhoods of Little Venice. Explore the lovely village of Eguisheim, surrounded by vineyards. Admire its narrow streets, and the half-timbered houses with their colorful flowers.  Continue on to the fortified town of Riquewirh. Surrounded by ramparts, the village has survived wars and remained intact. See its tiny streets, fortified walls, and 16th-century houses, admiring the architectural harmony. You’ll have free time to explore the town and have lunch. After lunch you’ll follow the scenic Alsace Wine Route. Situated between the Rhine valley and the Vosges mountain range, the 60-year-old route winds across hilly slopes for over 170 kilometers. When you reach Haut Koenigsbourg Castle your guide will take you on a tour of the mighty fortress that overlooks the valley. Built during the 12th century, the Castle occupied a strategic position controlling the wine and wheat routes to the north and the salt route from the east.

Get a fabulous introduction to the part-time seat of the European Parliament on a 2-hour Segway tour of Strasbourg, and marvel at monuments from different eras in the city's history, including the European Union institutions of the Quartier Européen. Collect your Segway and helmet and head off through diverse neighborhoods, including the old quarter and city center. Glide over to "La Petite France" at the western end of the Grande Île. Here, you will find the historic heart of the city, where tanners, millers, and fishermen lived in the Middle Ages. Hear fascinating stories about Strasbourg as you navigate your 2-wheel mode of transport while looking at many different architectural styles in the German district of Neustadt. Learn about the administrative buildings of the Quartier Européen, where institutions include the European Court of Human Rights building by Richard Rogers.

Meet your cycling guide and your 2.5-hour program will begin with a short introduction to the city of Strasbourg. The ride takes you on a circuit through the imperial German district, the Neustadt and then on to see the European Institutions. Ride back through the Old Town, Petite France and see the covered bridges and the Vauban Dam. Cross the Pont du Corbeau and pass Gutenberg Place. You’ll soon arrive in front of the Notre Dame de Strasbourg Cathedral, one of the highlights of the tour. See the Opera house on Place Broglie. Cycle along the small streets around the Cathedral and discover some hidden spots close to Place Saint Etienne. Passing through the Neustadt, arrive in the heart of the European district, where you’ll see the European Parliament, the Council of Europe and the European Court for Human Rights. Enjoy a breath of fresh air in the Parc de l'Orangerie. On the way back to Place d'Austerlitz , cycle along a section of the city’s 14th-century wall.

We will begin this fascinating tour at the Notre-Dame Cathedral in Strasbourg, an impressive example of Gothic art. With its 142-meter high tower, the cathedral is an unmistakable symbol of the city. Upon entering, you will be amazed by the beauty of its medieval stained glass windows that fill the space with light and color, and you will not fail to admire the famous astronomical clock, a marvel of engineering that performs a show of precision at certain times of the day. From here, we will head to the Rohan Palace, a majestic 18th century building that was the residence of princes and cardinals. Today it houses several museums, such as the Museum of Fine Arts and the Museum of Decorative Arts. Here, your guide will tell you interesting stories about the historical personalities who lived here, such as Marie Antoinette and Napoleon, giving you a deeper insight into the history and heritage of Strasbourg. We will continue our tour by walking to the Covered Bridges, a set of medieval bridges named after the roofs that once covered them. Here, your guide will reveal the importance of these bridges in the military history of the city, while you take in the views of the canals and the remaining towers of Strasbourg's ancient walls. Finally, we will head to the charming neighborhood of La Petite France, one of the most picturesque and magical places in the city. This former district of fishermen and millers is famous for its cobblestone streets, half-timbered houses and canals, which create a unique atmosphere. Strolling through La Petite France is like stepping back in time, as its corners seem to be taken from a medieval fairy tale. As you walk through its narrow streets, your guide will share stories about the life of the old inhabitants of the neighborhood and show you the charms of this picturesque place. We will conclude this tour in the heart of La Petite France, where you can enjoy the beauty and calm of this historic neighborhood, surrounded by water and traditional houses. A perfect place to take a break, enjoy the view and feel the authentic essence of Strasbourg. Join us on this unforgettable tour through the most emblematic corners of Strasbourg!