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Price is S$11 per adult
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Overview

  • Step into Dortmund beyond the clichés of football and beer halls. On this self-guided walking tour, you'll wind through the heart of a city that rose from steel and coal to reinvent itself as a cultural and creative hub. Starting at the bustling Hauptbahnhof, discover architectural landmarks old and new, from the Dortmunder U-Tower — a former brewery turned cultural centre — to St. Petri Church with its 105-metre spire. Along the way, find a peaceful church courtyard hidden from city noise, sample a Salzkuchen at one of the city's oldest bakeries, and learn how Dortmund became one of Europe's largest beer producers. Whether you're here for a day or a week, this tour will leave you with a feel for Dortmund's grit, warmth, and surprises.

Activity location

  • Königswall 15
    • 15 Königswall
    • 44137, Dortmund, Nordrhein-Westfalen, Germany

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • Königswall 15
    • 15 Königswall
    • 44137, Dortmund, Nordrhein-Westfalen, Germany

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Concrete, Culture, Currywurst: A Self-Guided Dortmund Tour in English

  • Activity duration is 3 hours3h
    3h
  • Opening hours: Sun 0:00-23:59
  • English
Language options: English
Price details
S$11.49 x 2 AdultsS$22.98
Total
Price is S$22.98

What's included, what's not

  • Inclusions
    Lifetime access to this tour in English before your booking date and after it
  • Inclusions
    Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata
  • Inclusions
    Flexibility to explore at your own pace with a self-guided GPS tour
  • Inclusions
    App for Android and iOS
  • Inclusions
    Directions to the starting point so that when you’re in the right place, the tour will start
  • Exclusions
    Smartphone and headphones
  • Exclusions
    Personal expenses for admission fees not included during the tour
  • Exclusions
    Food and drink
  • Exclusions
    Transport

Know before you book

    • Wheelchair accessible
    • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
    • Service animals allowed
    • Public transport options are available nearby
    • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Activity itinerary

Dortmund U-Tower (Pass by)

See the Dortmunder U-Tower, a former brewery turned cultural centre with its iconic rooftop logo. Take in this striking symbol of Dortmund's transformation from industrial powerhouse to creative hub.

Westenhellweg (Pass by)

Wind your way through Westenhellweg, one of Dortmund's lively shopping streets. Take in the everyday bustle that gives the city its down-to-earth charm.

St. Petri Church (Pass by)

See the Dortmunder U-Tower, a former brewery turned cultural centre with its iconic rooftop logo. Take in this striking symbol of Dortmund's transformation from industrial powerhouse to creative hub.

Catholic Parish of St. Johannes Baptist (Pass by)

Explore Propsteihof, the peaceful courtyard of the Catholic Parish of St. Johannes Baptist, offering a quiet escape from city noise. Take a moment here, the only Catholic church within Dortmund's historic city ring.

Hansaplatz (Pass by)

Pass through Hansaplatz, a central Dortmund square first laid out in phases starting in 1904. Take in this lively space, home to the city's weekly market and, during winter, one of its largest Christmas trees.

Dortmund City Garden (Pass by)

Wander through Dortmund's City Garden, created in 1982 to mark the city's 1100th anniversary. Take in this tranquil green space, transformed from a former built-up area into a peaceful retreat at the heart of the city.

City Hall Dortmund (Pass by)

Pass by Dortmund's City Hall on Friedensplatz, opened in 1989 alongside the older Civic Hall dating from 1899. Take in this civic landmark, standing near the square's Peace Column, dominated by the word "peace" in multiple languages.

Markt (Pass by)

Pass through the Alter Markt, Dortmund's historic centre and one of the city's oldest squares, likely dating back to the 9th century. Take in the Bläserbrunnen fountain and the medieval guild houses that once surrounded this lively gathering place.

St. Reinold's Church (Pass by)

Marvel at the 49-meter Pylon steel sculpture that marks the Reinoldikirche underground station. Take in this striking modern landmark, standing beside one of Dortmund's most historic churches.

Brückstraße (Pass by)

Walk down vibrant Brückstraße, transformed from a troubled district to a lively quarter of independent shops. Take in this street's remarkable turnaround, a symbol of Dortmund's ongoing reinvention.

Location

Activity location

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    Königswall 15
    • 15 Königswall
    • 44137, Dortmund, Nordrhein-Westfalen, Germany

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    Königswall 15
    • 15 Königswall
    • 44137, Dortmund, Nordrhein-Westfalen, Germany

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