Discover the legacy of Johannes Gutenberg in the world-renowned Gutenberg Museum. On this approximately one-hour tour, you'll get exciting insights into the life of the Mainz inventor, who sparked a media revolution with his printing technique.
A special experience is the demonstration at the printing press: Here you can see live how printing was done in Gutenberg's time – explained clearly and impressively.
Finally, you'll visit the museum's treasury, where two originals of the famous Gutenberg Bible are on display—a highlight of book and printing history.
Museum admission is payable on site and also applies to the Natural History Museum in the same building.
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Exciting insights into the life and work of Johannes Gutenberg
Guided tour of the Gutenberg Museum
The art of printing up close: a demonstration at the press
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Product details
One-hour guided tour in the footsteps of Johannes Gutenberg and his art of printing. In addition to a demonstration at the printing press, you can admire other treasures of the "Gutenberg Museum MOVED" exhibition.
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What's included
60-minute tour of the Gutenberg Museum with trained guides
Museum admission isn't included in the price and must be paid on-site. The admission price also applies to the Natural History Museum in the same building.
Eligibility
Adult: Age 10 to 66
Child: Age 1 to 9
Change & cancellation policies
If a cancellation request is submitted before 11:45, 1 day(s) prior to the date of use, no cancellation fee will be charged.
If a cancellation request is submitted after 11:45 1 day(s) before the date of use, a fee of 100% will be charged.
If a discount is applied, the cancellation fee will be calculated based on the original price before the discount and will not exceed the amount paid.
Partial refund is not available.
Important note
The tour takes place with a minimum of one person and a maximum of 25 participants per group.
Good to know:
The tour takes place with a minimum of one person and a maximum of 25 participants per group.
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