Historical Maastricht: Private Tour with Local Guide

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1 hour 30 minutes (approximately)
Offered in: German and 2 more

A perfect way to get to know Maastricht! Your private Dutch guide will show you around the historical center and the most beautiful spots in the city. While walking, you'll visit picturesque streets in the Stokstraatkwartier area, the charming Onze Lieve Vrouweplein square, and of course the famous Vrijthof square. The city walls, the Helpoort, and the Jekerkwartier are also part of the tour.

Through engaging stories and humorous anecdotes, the history of Maastricht is unfolded, from a Roman settlement to an important garrison town and an early industrial city. The typical Maastricht way of life, known as the 'Mestreechter Geis,' is also explored. In short, a fun activity to undertake with any group: captivating, entertaining, and educational!

And remember: it is you who determines the pace of this tour!

What's Included

Private Dutch guide
Gratuities

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Our guide will be waiting for you in front of the Onze-Lieve-Vrouwebasiliek, on the Onze-Lieve-Vrouweplein 7.

End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes (approximately)
  • 1

    You will see one of the most charming neighbourhoods of the city.

    18 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 2
    Vesting Museum Maastricht - Helpoort

    You will be guided past the Helpoort, a 13th century city gate. Learn about the history of Maastricht as a walled city.

    18 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 3
    Onze Lieve Vrouw Sterre der Zee Basiliek

    There was probably already a church here in the 4th or 5th century BC! Now we can be amazed by this Romanesque structure.

    18 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 4

    Walk through one of the oldest and most iconic streets of Maastricht and learn about local customs.

    18 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 5
    Vrijthof

    Of course, we cannot skip Vrijthof, the main square of the city. Next to the very long history of this place, the square also offers many possibilities for a drink/something to eat after the tour.

    18 minutes Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by Holland City Tours

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

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