Maastricht Highlights 2 hours Private Walking Tour +Local Tasting Discount Tickets

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Maastricht Highlights 2 hours Private Walking Tour +Local Tasting image
Maastricht Highlights 2 hours Private Walking Tour +Local Tasting image
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Overview

Explore the history and culture of one of Europe's oldest cities on a half day walking tour of Maastricht. Our tour is the perfect way to see the most important landmarks like St. Servatius Bridge or Basilica of Our Lady and hidden gems of the beautiful Medieval city. You'll be guided through the city and take in the stunning ancient Roman ruins, picturesque cobblestone streets, bustling squares and other cultural sites. You can have the chance to taste a coffee & delicious local pie (vlaai) to be like a local. Or alternatively you can opt for a local beer platter ( bread). NEW! you can choose now also a private walking tour without the local tasting if you want. The tour can be customized according to your tastes and needs.

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

The meeting point is basically in front of the central railway station. This is ideal if you are coming by train or bus as trains and buses stop over there. Alternatively, you can indicate the name of your hotel or another meeting point. If you are coming by car, we can meet at the parking place.

Pickup Information

If the radius is beyond 1km from the city centre, so beyond the historical centre ( ie Van der Valk, NH Hotel, Novotel), the pickup can be done for an extra 20 euros for max 4 people.

Language Offered

English-GUIDE

Italian-GUIDE

Spanish-GUIDE

Itinerary

1. Walking through the medieval bridge, explaining the history and the old Roman bridge, including eventual stop at the souvenir shop.
Duration: 10 mins
2. Explanation of the Markt and its history, the old town hall and function and the Carnival highlights (i.e. Mooswief Statue). There is also the possibility to stop and buy some souvenirs at a local shop in the square. The access to the old town hall is not included as it is not open to public.
Duration: 15 mins
3. Visit to one of the most beautiful bookstores in the world. The bookstore is located in a former Gothic Church. Explore the different levels by admiring also the frescoes of the 13th Century old Dominican church and find a new book to take home.
Duration: 15 mins
4. Vrijthof square with the Sint Servatius basilica, surrounding buildings like the Wachthof and the Spanish Government, Carnival symbols and some hidden spots. Please note that we DO NOT ACCESS the basilica
Duration: 20 mins
5. We will cross the Helpoort, the oldest gate of the city and of the Netherlands. We also see the medieval walls and surroundings towers.
Duration: 10 mins
6. Visit to the Bisschopsmolen, from inside to outside, the oldest water mill of the city still active. It still produces the own bread.
Duration: 10 mins
7. Here we will stop for a coffee/tea and piece of local cake (vlaai) that is included. Please specify if you have some food allergies.
Duration: 30 mins
8. Visit to the Gothic church and the impressive candle area with the Virgin of the Sea. We see also the stones of the Roman castrum.
Duration: 15 mins
9. Walking along Stokstraat and stop at the Op de Thermen, place of the old Roman thermae.
Duration: 10 mins
10. We will go to the Waterpoort, the water gate of the city and then via Rechstraat with restaurant and art galleries. Feel the vibe of Maastricht in a charming area.
Duration: 10 mins

Inclusion

Tour around the highlights of the city

Access to Basilica of Our Lady

Exclusion

Access to Sint Servaas Basilica: 5 Euros per person

Access to Helpoort museum: 3 Euros per person

Cancellation Policy

Check mark icon Refundable tickets

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Additional Info

Wheelchair accessible

Service animals allowed

Public transportation options are available nearby

Transportation options are wheelchair accessible

All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Supplied by Diaries of an explorer

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