GERMANY
The standouts.
A run-down of the 15 best skip the line tours in Germany: what each one is really like, who runs it, and what it costs.
Skip-the-line entry to the Berlin Wall Museum at Checkpoint Charlie, featuring original escape artifacts and an eye-opening Cold War story.
“It was a LOT to take in, in the short amount of time I had. I wish I had more time. I love that the museum didn't "stop" at Checkpoint Charlie and the fall of the Berlin Wall, but continues to document and archive through today.”
Skip the Neuschwanstein line with an audio guide. Pick up in Füssen station, ride up, then explore the fairytale rooms and views.
“Our guide was very knowledgeable and friendly. Answered everyone’s questions and also added to the history”
Skip the line to Panoramapunkt on Kollhoff Tower for Europe’s fastest lift to 100m views, Potsdamer Platz history exhibit, and coffee and cake.
“Really recommend a visit. Nice view, great tour and they have a lovely café on the top.”
Skip the lines at Hard Rock Cafe Hamburg for a 2-hour meal with priority seating, a classic menu, roof terrace options, and music memorabilia.
“Super Service, Essen hat geschmeckt. Um die Mittagszeit nichts besonderes mehr. Nur noch ein kleiner Shop ohne gute Auswahl.”
Skip-the-line Neuschwanstein tour from Hohenschwangau with a guided castle visit, Mary’s Bridge photos, and a carriage ride to Lake Alpsee.
“One of our first tours in Germany and we had a great time!! Steven was an excellent guide with consistently good information!!”
Skip the line for Neuschwanstein from Hohenschwangau. Enjoy Marienbrücke views, a guide’s stories, and a horse carriage ride back.
“The tour was extremely interesting and engaging, well-organized and smooth. The tour guide, Steven, was knowledgeable and engaging. He brought the story of Ludwig to life.”
Rent a bike in Füssen, pedal to Neuschwanstein, then skip the line and enter fast with an audio guide and map for an easy day.
“Since we didn't book tickets early enough, this tour was the only way to get into the castle and it was all worth it. The castle tour was fantastic and having bikes for the rest of the day was lovely. We enjoyed exploring Fussen and it's surrounding areas: such lovely town and so much beautiful…”
Skip-the-line Neuschwanstein half-day tour from Munich with train-and-van transport, Marienbrücke views, and a handheld King Ludwig story.
“The visit to the castle was fun, but it is rushed. We did not want to do the 10+ hour day trip, so we picked this one. We didn’t mind the rush, but it would not be for everyone. There was really no time for stopping, we were moving the whole time. That said, we…”
Skip-the-Line Neuschwanstein from Munich with train/van transport, castle entry included, and Marien Bridge views, without long waits.
“This is a group that buys your tickets on public transportation for you and takes you by van from the train to the base of the castle area. They charge a lot for that service. And you are rushed through to make the train they put you on.”
Hotel pickup, skip-the-line Neuschwanstein entry, plus Wieskirche and Oberammergau on a private day trip from Munich.
“Nous avons passé une excellente journée. Le planning a été parfaitement respecté. Cette excursion est hautement recommandable.”
Private skip-the-line Neuschwanstein tour with hotel pickup, guided Ludwig II stories, Mary’s Bridge photos, and carriage ride.
“We had a terrific time viewing the castle and learning the story of Ludwig II with Amir. Our time in Füssen was short, the tour accommodated us perfectly: pick up from our hotel, quicker trip than most up the mountain (Amir has lots of friends), fast track lines and promptly back to town at the…”
Skip-the-line entry to Dortmund’s German Football Museum for 3D cinema, Bundesliga shows, and hands-on soccer play in about 2–3 hours.
“Det hele super godt mine 2 drenge var godt tilfredse min kone og jeg var også tilfredse levede helt op til vores forventninger”
Skip the ticket line at Munich Residenz Museum and stroll Hofgarten with a licensed guide in a small group. 2.5 hours.
“Experience was very good, residenz was beautiful! Guide was ok, could show a little more enthusiasm.”
Private Zugspitze and Neuschwanstein with pickup, Mary’s Bridge shuttle, skip-the-line style tickets, and an included Bavarian lunch.
“Our guide, Sepp, met us at the square in Marienplatz. His amazing depth of knowledge and engaging facts of not only the politics of Munich but the interesting everyday life through its history, kept us walking and talking all over Old Town. Two hours went by in a flash and ended with an inspired recommendation…”
Private Neuschwanstein and Linderhof day trip from Munich with Sepp, skip-the-line help, bridge shuttle, and Bavarian lunch included.
“We have been using Viator for years. We have had a few excellent guides, but Sepp was hands down the best guide we have ever had from Viator. Sepp took care of every detail, even money to use the toilet. You should request for Sepp for any tours in the Munich area!”
