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Stuttgart Old Town Walking Tour: Castles and Secrets

Palace Square (Schlossplatz Stuttgart)

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  • 1.5–2 hours
  • Free cancellation up to 24h before
  • Guided in Italian
  • Private tour

Highlights

Discover Stuttgart's Old Town on a walking tour that Guides you through centuries of history and architecture. Visit Schlossplatz, Neues Schloss and Altes Schloss, as you explore the Stiftskirche and bustling Marktplatz, the heart of the city that holds a secret. Admire the Art Nouveau Point of Sale and enjoy a panoramic view from the Kunstmuseum with an espresso. This tour, conducted in Italian, offers an authentic experience with a maximum of 15 - 18 participants, ideal for those who want to immerse themselves in Stuttgart's culture. - Duration of tour: about 2 hours - Visit to the main historical and cultural monuments of Stuttgart - Maximum group of 15 - 18 people for an intimate experience - Departure from Karlsplatz to explore the heart of the city - Customization meeting point

Inclusions

What's included

  • Professional tourist Guide
  • Private tour
  • Tour customization

What's not

  • Entrance fees : any entrance fees (Museums, etc.) incurred by guests (payments made locally)
  • Meals

Itinerary

  1. The tour starts at Karlsplatz, an ideal meeting point for those arriving by public transport. Your Guide will welcome you here and start the adventure in the historic heart of Stuttgart.

    5 min

  2. Stroll through the elegant Dorotheenquartier, one of Stuttgart's most modern and charming districts. Here contemporary architecture blends harmoniously with the historic atmosphere of the city centre. A perfect place to discover modern Stuttgart

    10 min

  3. Arrive at the lively Marktplatz, the beating heart of Stuttgart's daily life. Here is the beautiful Rathaus (City Hall) with its historic facade. Your Guide will tell you the stories and secrets related to this bustling square, which has been the center of the city's commercial and social life for centuries

    10 min

  4. Admire the stunning Stiftskirche, Stuttgart's iconic Gothic collegiate church. Before entering, your Guide will show you the small model of the city in front of the entrance — a fascinating detail that few tourists notice — which tells the story and evolution of the city over the centuries.

    10 min

  5. Enter the wonderful Markthalle, Stuttgart's beautiful Art Nouveau Point of Sale built in 1914. A true architectural gem where local colors, scents and flavors blend into a unique atmosphere. Your Guide will reveal the secrets and history of this beloved place by the citizens of Stuttgart

    5 min

  6. Reach the historic Schillerplatz, one of Stuttgart's most beautiful and oldest squares. In the center stands the statue of the famous poet Friedrich Schiller, symbol of the city. Your Guide will reveal anecdotes and curiosities about this extraordinary place

    5 min

  7. See the impressive Altes Schloss, Stuttgart's Old Castle that dates back to the 10th century. This magnificent medieval fortress was for centuries the residence of the Counts and later Dukes of Württemberg. Your Guide will tell you about the tragic history of the castle and its curiosities. Today the castle houses the State Museum of Württemberg.

    15 min

  8. Climb to the fourth floor of the Kunstmuseum, Stuttgart's contemporary art museum with its iconic translucent glass facade. Here you can enjoy a relaxing break with a good espresso while admiring the spectacular panoramic view of Schlossplatz and Neues Schloss through the large window — one of the most beautiful and secret viewpoints of the city, known by very few tourists!

    20 min

  9. Arrive at the magnificent Schlossplatz, Stuttgart's largest and most iconic square. Dominated by the grandiose Neues Schloss, the New 18th-century castle built in Baroque style as the royal residence of the Kings of Württemberg, this square is the symbol of the city. Your Guide will tell you about the history of the Württembergen royal family and the secrets of this beautiful palace that now houses government offices in Baden-Württemberg

    10 min

  10. The Stuttgart Opera House, one of the most important and prestigious theatres in Europe. Your Guide will tell you the story of this beautiful neoclassical building overlooking Lake Eckensee and the Oberer Schlossgarten.

    5 min

  11. The last stop of the tour is the Landtag Baden-Württemberg, the regional parliament of Baden-Württemberg. A modern and imposing building that represents democracy and government in the region thus concluding an unforgettable journey through the centuries of Stuttgart's history.

    5 min

Cancellation

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.

Know before you go

Meeting point
Behind the old castle.
Pickup
Everyone meets at the starting point; there is no pickup.
Ticket type
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Operated by
Margherita
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

How it compares in Stuttgart

  • Its from-price is 39% below the median of the 77 experiences we list in Stuttgart.
  • Its length is typical for the group.
  • The operator lists free cancellation on it.

About Stuttgart

Stuttgart is the capital of Baden-Württemberg, a car-making city in a green valley of vineyards, with palaces, museums and a Swabian table.

A bowl-shaped valley on the Neckar, ringed by wooded hills and vineyards, holds Stuttgart. Mercedes-Benz and Porsche both have their headquarters here, and each has its own museum. The Schlossplatz is dominated by the Neues Schloss, a baroque palace, and the Staatsgalerie holds art from the old masters to the modern age.

Top-ranked sights in Stuttgart: Mercedes-Benz Museum, Palace Square (Schlossplatz Stuttgart).

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