Aachen Self-Guided City Walking Tour & Scavenger Hunt
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At a glance
- Duration
- 2 hours
- Price from
- $7 / person
- Location
- Cologne, Germany
- Rating
- 4.7 / 5 · 18 reviews
- Languages
- NO, DE, HI, SV
- Group
- Private
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Confirmation
- Instant
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Operator
- Explorial
- Meeting point
- Book your Explorial tour today. Start whenever you want.After booking, you’ll receive your game code via text message and a Viator message.Download the Explorial app for free.Head to the meeting point and enter the game code provided (6 digits) to start the tour.
Description
Charlemagne's capital keeps his cathedral, his throne and his legends — Aachen is where empires went to be crowned. This app-led scavenger hunt takes you through Aachen on foot, using phone-based riddles to guide you from one landmark to the next. No guide, no fixed start time. • Circle the Aachener Dom, burial place of Charlemagne himself • Take the waters at the Elisenbrunnen, the elegant thermal pavilion • Face the Rathaus, built on the ruins of the imperial palace Available in 24 languages including English, French, German, Spanish, Italian — see the full list when booking and choose yours when you start the game in the app. Around 2 hours - any group size. Thirty kings were crowned here — your turn to compete.
Schedule & prices
- Runs
- Every day
- Next available
- Sun, Nov 1
- Adult (ages 10–90)
- $7
- Child (ages 0–9)
- Free
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 31.
Tour Options
What's included
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Total flexibility: no waiting, start anytime, walk at own pace and do as many breaks as you want
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Points and scoring system: Compete between players of your group and beat the cities high score.
Self-guided walking tour with interactive riddles, trivia challenges and photo tasks.
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Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
4.7
18 reviews
How it compares in Cologne
- No. 34 by number of reviews among 207 tours in Cologne
- Starting price $7 is 80% below the typical $34 for tours of similar length in Cologne
- Price unchanged over the last 29 days
Excurgo comparison of 207 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Max 15 people per booking. For larger groups, make multiple bookings.
- After booking you receive a text message and a Viator message with your game code. Download the Explorial app from your appstore. Open the app, enter your 6 digit game code
- Weather & Health Guarantee: If bad weather or illness prevents you from starting the tour, you can simply reschedule it for another day. You can also rebook to a different city or request a refund
- Smartphone required: Bring your own fully charged smartphone with an active mobile data connection to the start of the tour. Please disable any VPN and avoid city Wi-Fi, as these will cause the app to malfunction or disconnect.
- Recommended attire: It’s best to wear weather-appropriate clothing and comfortable walking shoes — approx. 2 hours of light walking
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Aachen Self-Guided City Walking Tour & Scavenger Hunt take?
Aachen Self-Guided City Walking Tour & Scavenger Hunt lasts about 2 hours.
How much does Aachen Self-Guided City Walking Tour & Scavenger Hunt cost?
Prices start at $7 per person for this Cologne experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Aachen Self-Guided City Walking Tour & Scavenger Hunt run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day.
How much does Aachen Self-Guided City Walking Tour & Scavenger Hunt cost for children?
Children aged 0–9 pay nothing, adults from $7.
Can I cancel Aachen Self-Guided City Walking Tour & Scavenger Hunt for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Where does the tour start?
The meeting point is Book your Explorial tour today. Start whenever you want. After booking, you’ll receive your game code via text message and a Viator message. Download the Explorial app for free. Head to the meeting point and enter the game code provided (6 digits) to start the tour. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is Aachen Self-Guided City Walking Tour & Scavenger Hunt offered in?
The experience is available in NO, DE, HI, SV, FI, RU, KO, PT, CMN, EL, YUE, EN, IT, FR, HU, ES, CS, UK, JA, ZH-CN, PL, DA, RO, NL, TR.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a private experience: only your party takes part. Up to 15 travellers can book together.
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is Aachen Self-Guided City Walking Tour & Scavenger Hunt worth it?
Travellers rate it 4.7 out of 5 across 18 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Explorial.
Reviews(18)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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