Private tour in Stuttgart Thomas H
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I have a passion for history and guiding my guests through the unique cities of Esslingen and Stuttgart. I grew up in Michigan and worked in the aerospace and automotive industries as an engineer. Always curious about my own German heritage, I studied the German language and traveled extensively. Now, I am able to pursue my love of European history, architecture, and travel as at our guide in Germany, with over 8 years of experience. I do my best to provide a enthusiastic and informative historical walking tours of Esslingen and Stuttgart and enjoy telling many stories about these cities. Most of my clients are the result of referrals from previous guests, who have thoroughly enjoyed sightseeing and learning about medieval Esslingen and historical Stuttgart. My area of special interest and expertise is the European medieval period as well as World War I and II. My native language is English, with German as my second language. I am very proud of my consistent "5-star" ratings on different travel websites. On my tours, you will experience these sights from an "insiders" point-of- view and from a local, who lives here and can show you things that you would not find on your own. My guests describe my tours as "enthusiastic, informative and humorous" (well, this opinion may vary depending on one's sense of humor!) I look forward to hosting you on one of my many different tours either in Esslingen and in Stuttgart.
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Get the perfect introduction to Stuttgart with a guided historical walking tour. Your expert, native English-speaking guide will lead you through the capital's most iconic landmarks, including its breathtaking palace gardens and historic monuments. This tour is highly recommended for first-time visitors looking to orient themselves and learn the city's rich history. The tour duration of this walking tour is approximately 2 hours long and involves over 6000 steps (paces). Guest should be relatively fit for this tour.
Tom knows the town, language, and country like the back of his hand. For a complete, concise, yet extremely immersive and informative tour through Stuttgart, he's the guide you're looking for. Funny, smart, and full of insights—enjoy the tour with Tom!
Thomas was very personable, knowledgeable and accommodating. Recommend him without reservations. Went to his home city for the Christmas market and this was one of the best in our trip.
Tom was a wonderful guide! Very knowledgeable of the area and very accommodating to our schedule.
Tom was an incredible guide!! My husband and I and our 4 kids had a great time. The kids all even said it was their favorite part of the day. He was great at storytelling so the kids were learning history in a fun and engaging way. Cannot recommend Tom enough.
Very knowledgeable. Very willing to accommodate. Highly recommend.
Your tour guide will meet you at the train station or your city centered hotel. Following a brief introduction, your historical walking tour features these key stops: Iconic Palaces and Squares,: The Old Castle: A medieval fortress housing the Wurttemberg State Museum. The New Palace: A grand 18th-century Baroque residence . Palace Square (Schlossplatz): Vibrant gardens surrounding the massive Jubilee Column. Cultural and Historic Landmarks including the Schillerplatz: A historic square dedicated to poet Friedrich Schiller. Stiftskirche: The Romanesque-Gothic Collegiate Church with twin towers. Stuttgart Opera House: A famous theater that survived World War II. Modern Hubs and Hidden Gems Königstraße: Europe's longest pedestrianized shopping street. Town Hall (Rathaus): Home to a rare, functional "paternoster" elevator. War Memorials: Dedicated sites honoring local historical memory. Your experience concludes with a return to your original starting location.
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Transportation will not be required on this tour as it is a walking tour. There is an option to travel to Esslingen on the train if desired (Esslingen tour must also be booked - ask me for custom quote or book the "Combination Tour") There are approximately 6000 paces on this tour and guest should be relatively fit to walk and stand for 2 hours.
Stuttgart, Baden-Württemberg, 70, Germany
Stuttgart: In front of the Stuttgart City Hall (Marktplatz 1) or I can also meet you at your centrally-located hotel if pre-arranged.
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