Leipzig Opera

Experience the highlights in Leipzig's Old Town during this unique walking and bus tour. Foll your guide to see sights like Gohlis castle, the former Reich Court, the Old Market, and the Battle of Nations Monument. Meet your guide in the heart of the city at the new Katharinum (Tourist Information). Begin your walking adventure with a stroll through downtown. Go past the famous Nikolai Church, and the Specks Hof Passage mall. Breath in the aroma of fresh food from the small Snack Market. Admire the colors in Old Rathaus market and the elegant Mädler Passage mall. Stroll by the traditional Auerachs Cellar and Barthels Hof restaurants. Marvel at the mix of Gothic and Romanesque architecture at the St. Thomas Church. Hop aboard an airconditioned and spacious bus to see the sights outside the city ring. Head to the Gohlis quarter to see the 18th-century Gohlis castle. Pass by the Schiller House, a modest farm house in which Friedrich Schiller lived in 1785 for several months and worked on "Ode to Joy." Make your way to the Waldstraßen Quarter and past the Red Bull Arena Arrive in the constantly-changing Plagwitz city section, with canals, galleries and lofts. Take in the greenery and villas as you ride thorugh the music district. Cruise by the Federal Administrative Court which is in the building of the former Reich Court. Pass through the lively southern suburb past the popular Panometer to one of the well-known sites in Leipzig, the Battle of Nations Monument. On the way back see the Old Market, the German Square and the Bavarian Train Station. End your tour in Augustusplatz, where our tour ends where you can see the New Concert Hall, the University and the Opera house.

Get to know the city of Leipzig on this relaxed tour in red double-decker buses featuring the city's famous 'Messemännchen' mascot. This roughly 100-minute city tour takes you to Leipzig's most interesting sights. The buses ride in regular intervals. The main meeting point for beginning or ending the tour is on Richard-Wagner-Straße. If you choose a ticket, you will receive a free 45-minute guided tour in addition to the 100-minute city tour. The guided tours take place from March until the beginning of the Christmas Markets. You don't need to give prior notice to take part in the guided tours; simply come to the meeting point on Richard-Wagner Straße, across from the Central Train Station/East Hall. You will be led by professional tour guides who introduce you to Leipzig's sights in an entertaining way. Tour: • Richard-Wagner-Straße 2, across from the Central Train Station/East Hall: Central Train Station, Winter Garden Skyscraper, Old City • Zoo/Gondwanaland • Schiller House Leipzig, Menckestraße 42: Schiller House, Gohliser Castles, Gosen Tavern, Chocolate Palace • Gohliser Castle, Poetenweg 26-27 , Gosen Tavern • Schiller House Leipzig, Menckestraße 42: Schiller House, Chocolate Palace • Waldstraßenknolle, Feuerbachstraße, on the corner of Max-Planck-Straße: Waldstraßen Quarter, Rosental with zoo display window, Sport Forum • Cityharbor Leipzig, Schreberstraße 20• Capa House, Jahnallee 61, Palm Garden, Rockers Café “Tankbar” • Federal Administrative Court, library “Albertina” • Eisfichte Coffee, Fichtestraße 66, on the corner of Altenburger Straße: MDR premises, Panometer • Battle of the Nations Monument with Southern Cemetery, Old Market • Bavarian Station, Old Train Station (Restaurant) • Augustusplatz: Concert Hall, Panorama Tower, University Campus, Leipzig Opera, access to the pedestrian zone

We show Leipzig city center in a completely new way! Our highlight: large projections instead of tiny images at several points along the way. In addition, thanks to the headset, the guide can always be heard, even when you look around or take photos - without missing anything. Of course, we lead you past the highlights such as the main train station, Nikolai Church, Augustusplatz with the opera and the Gewandhaus, the Old Town Hall or the Naschmarkt with the former stock exchange. Something special in Leipzig are the many courtyards and passages - Mädler Passage, Handelshof, Theater Passage, Kretschmanns Hof, Hansa-Haus, Oelßners Hof and many more. We'll show some of them and let know why so many of these passages can be found in the small city center. The Peaceful Revolution of 1989 is an important part of Leipzig's history. We'll "beam" our guests several decades into the past in a unique way and let them hear an important announcement in the original sound, for example. Look around, take photos - and don't miss a thing! Thanks to the headset, you can always hear your guide, even when the wind is blowing or the group is a little larger than 3 guests. Instead of boring, meaningless, tiny pictures that you can hardly recognize, we let you experience history in a completely new way at several points along the way: with huge, lively multimedia projections with a mobile, bright projector. With this city tour, you will discover Leipzig like no other city before!

Embark on an Exciting Leipzig Discovery: An Adventure Awaits! Get ready for a unique quest as you uncover the secrets of Leipzig through an exhilarating treasure hunt. 🗺️ No Maps Needed, No Guide Required Navigate through the city's hidden gems with each clue. Download our app, head to the starting point, and begin your urban adventure. 🕵️‍♀️ Unlock Local Legends Upon quest purchase, receive an access code for our app (free to download). Play at your own pace along a captivating route filled with Leipzig's lore. 👥 Perfect for Explorers of All Kinds Whether you gather a group or venture solo, you decide the pace. Compete, collaborate, or go solo – Leipzig's mysteries await both seasoned adventurers and first-time treasure seekers. 📱 App-Powered Expedition Kick off your journey in true explorer style. Uncover the stories behind Leipzig's landmarks, from ancient structures to hidden gems. 🧩 Solve Riddles, Discover Hidden Gems Engage your intellect and teamwork to decipher each location-based puzzle. Take breaks to relax, share a meal, or enjoy Leipzig's vibrant atmosphere. Embark on your Leipzig adventure now! Download the app, solve the riddles, and unveil the city's hidden treasures. Get ready for a grand exploration!

This tour is only available in German. Get to know Leipzig and its recent history in a relaxed way. Start the self-guided tour whenever you like and spend a insightful time in this exciting and fascinating city. Experience Leipzig's rich history, which played a decisive role in the fall of the Berlin Wall, on a unique tour. You start at the historic main railway station, a witness to change through the ages. Explore the city centre, where the courageous Monday demonstrations once took place, paving the way for peaceful change. Visit famous landmarks such as the Nikolaikirche, a central site of the peaceful protest movement. Take a look back into the GDR past at the Round Corner to understand the significance of the Stasi headquarters. This tour offers a moving experience that takes you on a journey into the past as you walk through the picturesque streets of a city that made history. Plan a leisurely 2,5 hours for this 3,5 km walk so that you can take your time to look at everything and have time for small breaks here and there. The tour ends at the starting point, the Leipzig Main Railway Station. The tour is a great way to get outside and discover new things with family, friends or on your own. It's like being shown Leipzig by a good friend who knows the city like the back of his hand and has many exciting stories to tell. You can start the tour at any time and as often as you like in the browser of a smartphone. On site or even from the comfort of your sofa. Enjoy your time in Leipzig! *** Good to know *** You will receive the link to start the tour in an email directly after booking.

Leipzig city tour: discover the cultural diversity and history of the city Join us on an exciting city tour through Leipzig, a city full of history, culture and vibrant flair. Our tour will take you to the most important sights and hidden treasures of this fascinating metropolis. We start in the heart of the city, at Augustusplatz, where the imposing Opera House and Gewandhaus are located. Here you will learn more about Leipzig's musical tradition and the important composers who have shaped this city. From there, we stroll through the magnificent arcades of the Mädlerpassage, past the famous Auerbachs Keller, which achieved world fame through Goethe's "Faust". We continue to St. Thomas Church, the place where Johann Sebastian Bach worked, and to St. Nicholas Church, a central site of the peaceful revolution of 1989. You will have the opportunity to marvel at the impressive architecture of these churches and learn more about their significance in Leipzig's history. Our route takes us through the charming streets of the Old Town, where you can admire the historic market square with the Old Town Hall. Here you can feel the pulse of the city as you stroll through the lively alleyways, where modern boutiques alternate with traditional stores. To round off our tour, we visit the modern and creative district of Plagwitz. This former industrial site has developed into a trendy district in recent years, where artists, designers and start-ups are filling the old factory buildings with new life. Experience Leipzig from a new perspective and be enchanted by the history, architecture and unique charm of this city. Our city tour offers you a comprehensive insight into Leipzig's past and present - an unforgettable experience for anyone who wants to discover the city in all its diversity.