Wurzburg’s poster child palace, the UNESCO-rated Wurzburg Residence, is on the cards today. You’ll drive from the port to the palace, ticking off sights like the cathedral, market place and Old Main Bridge en route. Once you arrive, you’ll go on a 90-minute guided tour. Starting with the interiors, you’ll stroll through its rooms, which feature impressive marble columns, gilded mirrors and flamboyant frescos. Speaking of which, the world’s biggest ceiling fresco crowns the stairway. It was painted by Giovanni Battista Tiepolo and depicts America, Africa and Asia. After, you’ll step outside, where you’ll be shown the gardens. These landscaped lawns are just as impressive as inside and you can explore the sculptures, topiaries and rare plants with some free time.
River Cruises Collection: Wurzburg Residence & City Tour
- Tick off the sights in Wurzburg.
- Go on a 90-minute guided tour through the Wurzburg Residence.
- Part of our River Cruises Collection - A handpicked line-up of highly rated shore experiences, especially for our river cruise customers.
- All experiences in our River Cruises Collection include pick up from the ship, by an experienced local guide, who will give you all the need-to-know information about the places you visit.
Entrance to the Wurzburg Residence
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Guided tour
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Transportation in air-conditioned coach
Entrance to the Wurzburg Residence
- Activity Level: 3 – Moderate
- Approximate Walking Distance: 1.5–3 miles
- What to expect: A decent walk across different surfaces. You're likely to come across some stairs, inclines or uneven surfaces. Usually takes around 1.5–2.5 hours.
- Please note starting times are subject to change. Check the Navigate app once onboard to confirm your pick up time.
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