GERMANY
The standouts.
A run-down of the 15 best train experiences in Germany: what each one is really like, who runs it, and what it costs.
English guided Dachau Memorial tour from Munich with train and bus included. Small group, 3-hour visit, bring snacks for the site.
“Our guide was knowledgeable, informative and very responsive to questions of the group. She was respectful to the memories of those who lost their lives at Dachau Concentration Camp.”
Take a 40-minute Bimmelbahn train ride through Nuremberg’s highlights, with audio narration in 7 languages and a medieval fortification stop.
“Nice short tour around the city with some good commentary.”
Hop on the Bimmelbahn in Würzburg for a 40-minute audio-guided loop past the Residence, Cathedral, Main River, and Marienberg Castle.
“the voice in my earbuds was very clear and easy to understand.”
Ride Regensburg’s Bimmelbahn for 45 minutes with a multi-language audio guide, Danube views, and quick hits around the cathedral.
“Habe unsere Tickets ganz normal abgeholt. Leider wurden wir nicht gefragt ob wir rein deutsch oder etwas brauchen. Vom Zugführer wurde dann nur die Schuld bei mir gesucht, ja ich muss doch etwas sagen. Wenn keiner etwas sagt, geht man davon aus es wird passen. Hier sehe ich noch Verbesserung mit der Kommunikation am Ticketschalter…”
Guided Dachau Memorial tour from Munich by train, with museum time, a 22-minute film, and entry fees included. Heavy but worth it.
“This tour is a must if you are near Munich. The presentation of the camp, those who perished there and those who survived is so thought provoking. You will get so much out of this tour. Our wonderful tour guide, Jessie, made the day. She is kind and very knowledgeable. She gives to time to…”
Guided Dachau memorial tour from Munich with train transfer, small-group pacing, and museum time. English guide Alun Evans.
“Alun was a great guide. Very knowledgeable. Very well informative. I would use him again. He made sure where we should be going.”
A guided Dachau half-day tour with train-and-bus transport from Munich, focused stops, and a respectful, educational walkthrough.
“I believe they created a peaceful environment in a horrible place. Educational and humbling experience. Recommend but not lightly. It’s not for the faint of heart.”
Day trip by train from Prague to Kutná Hora with a guided walk. See the Sedlec Bone Chapel, St Barbara’s Cathedral, and medieval streets.
“Brandon was an excellent host. Very knowledgeable and patient since the group was quite large. I wished the tour included transportation since we have to take the local bus Kunta Hora which was quite hectic.”
Train to Nuremberg for a guided day of Old Town sights, Kaiserburg castle views, and the Nazi Rally Grounds, with a smooth return to Munich.
“I've taken many tours with Viator both in the US and abroad and have always had an enjoyable experience. Unfortunately, I can't say that about this one. Our guide Achim looked like he just rolled out of bed, he was late getting the tour started so we practically had to run to the train station.…”
Guided day trip from Munich to Nuremberg by train: medieval Old Town, towering fortifications, and the Nazi rally grounds—English-led.
“Paul was amazing! He was so knowledge and full of history. I truly enjoyed him as our tour guide. Even though our train was canceled he managed to navigate the tour with grace. Wonderful time overall.”
Step into Nuremberg’s nuclear bunker beneath the main station. Learn civilian protection, see simulations, and feel bunker life in 75 minutes.
“Auf jeden Fall interessant und sehenswert. Unser Führer hat es geschafft, die Atmosphäre des Bunkers mit Humor und einer großen Portion gesundem Menschenverstand auszugleichen.”
Private Sachsenhausen tour by train from Berlin with hotel pickup. Expert guide, Oranienburg context, memorial walk, and English service.
“Paul was very informative and along the way he pointed out many other historical sites. He was very knowledgeable about Sachsenhausen Concentration Camp and all the sad things that happened there.”
Private Dachau tour by train from Munich with a certified guide, guided memorial site visit, and free museum time in English.
“I read all the amazing reviews of the informative guides. So I booked the tour thinking we would have a informative guide also. Sadly we did not have one. Yes we were met at our Hotel. Yes we were guided to the train then bus to get to Dachau. Our guide Eric was more focused…”
Enclosed Regensburg little-train tour from Domplatz for 45 min with English audio. Heated cars help you orient and spot Christmas markets.
“In the train there is enough space to sit down and there is no squeeze & cuddle party. Enough viewing possibilities and plexiglass that can be seen in all directions. Was a very nice 45 minute tour and absolutely ok for the price. My recommendation: PRE-BOOK! Not spontaneously! The track is otherwise absolutely full. It…”
Private Potsdam day trip from Berlin by train with a local English-speaking guide: Dutch Quarter, Sanssouci grounds, and Cold War sites.
“Jamie made it a tour du jour! Incredibly knowledgeable, charismatic professional and funny guide! The only “train” about the tour was coming and going. The rest was on bike which allowed us to see so much more. And now I have references from Jamie to read about what we saw! A great day!”
