Dachau Concentration Camp and Munich Third Reich Walking Tour
See original artifacts, prison barracks, and secret police sites that shaped Nazi power and WWII
This full-day tour from Munich follows the path of history from the birthplace of the Nazi movement to its first concentration camp. Spend the morning at the Dachau Memorial exploring the museum, reconstructed barracks, and Appellplatz with your licensed guide. Then return to Munich by train and discover preserved Third Reich landmarks, including the former Gestapo headquarters. Thoughtfully paced and historically rich, it’s an astonishing look at power, propaganda, and remembrance.
What You Get With This Tour
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Expert English-speaking guide
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Dachau Concentration Camp visit
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Third Reich walking tour in Munich
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Train & bus fares
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Guide tips
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Lunch
Tour Itinerary
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Meet your guide at the Radius Tours Office
Check in 15 minutes early at the Radius Tours office in Munich. Here, your guide will provide an overview of the day: Dachau in the morning, a quick lunch, and the Third Reich city walk in the afternoon. Then, walk together to the nearby Munich Hauptbahnhof to catch the regional train. -
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Dachau Concentration Camp Memorial Site
Arrive at the first Nazi concentration camp. Spend three hours on a detailed, guided tour, exploring the museum, reconstructed barracks, and the crematorium. Learn about the brutal system and the 200,000+ prisoners who passed through this camp. -
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Lunch break
Next, return to Munich via train, where you’ll pause for a 45-minute lunch break (food not included in the price of the tour). This break allows for quiet reflection and a chance to recharge between the morning and afternoon tours. -
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Munich Old Town
Gather to begin the 2.5-hour walking tour focusing on the Nazi Party's formative years in Munich. You’ll visit the site of the Former Nazi Party Headquarters and the Beer Hall Putsch location, the site of Hitler's failed attempt to seize power in 1923. -
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Gestapo Headquarters
Continue to sites reflecting the Nazi party's consolidation of power. Stand at the former location of the terrifying Gestapo headquarters and then cross Königsplatz, the square used for mass rallies. Your guide will discuss the regime's use of public space, fear, and architecture to maintain control. -
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Your tour ends at the Radius Tours Office
Your full-day tour concludes back at the Radius Tours office in Munich’s city center. You'll leave with a cohesive, informed, and sober understanding of this pivotal era, from the Nazi Party's rise to the systemic brutality of Dachau.
Additional Information
Good to know:
Dress code: This is a solemn historical site; guests should dress respectfully and conservatively. Part of the tour is outdoors, so please dress appropriately for the weather, as the tour runs rain or shine.
Accessibility: Unfortunately, this tour is not wheelchair accessible due to train and bus travel and the nature of the memorial site grounds.
ID requirement: A valid, government-issued photo ID is required for age verification. Guests under 13 years old are not permitted to attend this tour; proof of age is required.
Check-in: Arrive 15 minutes early for check-in at the meeting point so the group can enter sites on time.
Your 8.5-hour tour includes:
Expert English-speaking Guide
Guided tour of Dachau Concentration Camp Memorial Site
Third Reich walking tour of Munich's old town
Round-trip transportation from Munich to Dachau (via train/bus)
Maximum group size of 25
What to bring:
Comfortable shoes
Government-issued ID/proof of age
Weather-appropriate clothing
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Frequently Asked Questions
What to bring?
A. Bring comfortable shoes for extensive walking, weather-appropriate clothing since part of the tour is outdoors, water, a snack, and a government-issued ID.
What to bring?
A. Bring comfortable shoes for extensive walking, weather-appropriate clothing since part of the tour is outdoors, water, a snack, and a government-issued ID.
What if I have concerns about my mobility on this tour?
Unfortunately, this tour is not wheelchair accessible due to train/bus travel and the nature of the memorial site grounds. If you have further concerns regarding your mobility please reach out to us at support@thetourguy.com.
Is there a dress code for the Dachau Memorial Site?
Dachau is a solemn site of remembrance, and we ask that you dress respectfully and conservatively.
Why is this tour not suitable for children under 13?
Due to the sensitive and somber nature of the memorial site and the serious, deep level of historical content, we do not permit children under 13 on this experience.
How much walking does this tour involve?
Expect a considerable amount of walking over the 8.5 hours at both the vast memorial grounds and during the city center walking tour. Comfortable shoes are essential.
