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Exciting tours, special places and a look behind the scenes
Whether history, architecture, or hidden gems – the guided tours of the science city of Darmstadt offer a diverse program in June for everyone who wants to rediscover the city. Under the motto "Discover Darmstadt," doors open to special places, tours lead through well-known and lesser-known districts, and invite you to experience Darmstadt's past and present firsthand. Participation is possible – depending on the tour – only with advance booking.
Guided tours and highlights in June
"Wet Feet with a View" -
A guided tour through the historic water reservoir on the Mathildenhöhe and the Wedding Tower, including glimpses into the Prince's Room and the bridal chamber.
🗓 Sunday, June 8, 3 p.m. | Duration: 90 minutes | Meeting point: in front of the Wedding Tower
🎟 €12.50 (advance tickets only)
University and State Library in the Science Palace:
An insight into the history, structure, and services of the ULB – a tour through one of Darmstadt's most modern centers of knowledge.
🗓 Friday, June 13 & 27, 4 p.m. | Duration: 60 minutes | Meeting point: Palace, south side
🎟 €11.50 / Concessions €9
ULB at Karolinenplatz: Curious about knowledge?
Guided tour through the modern university library focusing on science, learning, and architecture.
🗓 Saturday, June 14, 4 p.m. | Duration: 90 minutes | Meeting point: “karo 5”, Karolinenplatz 5
🎟 €14.50 / €11 reduced
Darmstadt Palace & Palace Museum:
A journey through seven centuries of Darmstadt history with a visit to the Palace Museum.
🗓 Sunday, June 15, 3 p.m. | Duration: 90 minutes | Meeting point: Palace Museum ticket office
🎟 €14.50 / Concessions €11
Main Train Station – A Monument in Transition: A guided
tour through the Art Nouveau station with a behind-the-scenes look.
🗓 Thursday, June 19, 3 p.m. | Duration: 60 minutes | Meeting point: Fountain in front of the Fürstenbahnhof (Prince's Station)
🎟 €11.50 / Concessions €9
Rosenhöhe Park – Princely Family and Garden Culture:
A fragrant and visual experience during the flowering season in June, focusing on garden art and history.
🗓 Sunday, June 22, 3 p.m. | Duration: 90 minutes | Meeting point: Lion Gate
🎟 €14.50 / Concessions €11
Famous Women of Darmstadt:
A guided tour exploring the biographies of women from 200 years of the city's history.
🗓 Sunday, June 22, 3 p.m. | Duration: 120 minutes | Meeting point: Darmstadt Shop
🎟 €14.50 / Concessions €11
darmstadtium – Between City Walls and High-Tech:
A guided tour through the modern science and congress center.
🗓 Friday, June 27, 3:30 p.m. | Duration: 90 minutes | Meeting point: darmstadtium entrance
🎟 €14.50 / Concessions €11
Plane Tree Grove – Sculpture Ensemble on the Cycle of Life:
Guided tour through the Gesamtkunstwerk (total work of art) on the Mathildenhöhe, focusing on cultural and religious philosophy.
🗓 Sunday, June 29, 3 p.m. | Duration: 90 minutes | Meeting point: South side of the Plane Tree Grove
🎟 €14.50 / Concessions €11
City tours with Aurora DeMeehl
An entertaining walking tour with the renowned Darmstadt artist: anecdotes, history, and glamour in the city center and on the Mathildenhöhe.
🗓 Wednesday, June 18 | Sunday, June 22 | Thursday, June 26 – 6:30 p.m. each day
🎟 €25 (advance tickets only)
UNESCO World Heritage Day on June 1st
On Sunday, June 1st, the Mathildenhöhe in Darmstadt will be the focus of the nationwide UNESCO World Heritage Day.
The following will be offered:
- Free entry to the Artists' Colony Museum
- Hourly guided tours between 11 am and 5 pm (also in English)
- Special guided tours in the artists' houses
- Visit to the Wedding Tower
🎟 Information & tickets at: www.darmstadt-tourismus.de/fuehrungen
👤 In person at the Darmstadt Shop at Luisenplatz or at the Mathildenhöhe information point
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