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German Village, the internationally recognized historic district just blocks from downtown Columbus, Ohio, has much to offer your group. The 233-acre district offers a glimpse of how a working-class neighborhood developed and grew in the early nineteenth century and how the passion of a small group drove the twentieth century rehabilitation efforts.
The guided group tours sponsored by the German Village Society provide the most comprehensive overview of the history and restoration of German Village. Volunteer tour guides trained to explain the history, humor, and humanity of the community will lead your group through the brick streets of the area. All tours begin at the German Village Meeting Haus, 588 South Third Street, with an award-winning 12-minute video. Each member of your group will receive a Visitor Guide of the area, which highlights area shops and restaurants.
Stop by our Visitor's Center at the German Village Meeting Haus Monday-Friday 9:00A-4:00P and Saturday 10:00A-2:00P. Our Visitor Center features a timeline history of German Village and the neighboring Brewery District, gift items, and visitor information. Please note that we are unable to accommodate Saturday or Sunday tours. As well, the week prior to our annual Haus und Garten tour (always the last Sunday of June) is considered a "tour-free zone."
 NOTE: We require a two-week advance notice on guided tours. Any size group is welcome, however there is a base price of $100 for all adult/senior groups. Please contact P. Susan Sharrock @ 614.221.8888 or email, german@germanvillage.com, if you need further information or clarification.
Click here for a group tour information request form.
AVAILABLE TOUR PACKAGES: STANDARD
On our one-hour tour, you will be guided through the brick streets lined with quaint homes, gardens, shops, galleries, and restaurants. This tour is available as a walking tour or as a step-on guide tour. The Cost: Adults $6.00; Seniors/Students $5.00.
DELUXE
The Deluxe tour invites you to explore two private German Village homes. This is a wonderful way to see the innovative renovation and design efforts of today's residents. All the amenities of the Standard tour round out this tour. Please allow at least two hours for this tour. The Cost: Adults/Senior/Students $15.00.
A CELEBRATION OF GARDENS available only June -September
On this two and one half hour seasonal walking tour, you will see some of German Village's most intriguing private & public gardens. Our gardeners are noted for their ingenuity and creative use of urban spaces. Please request a specific fact and reservation sheet for this tour offered in conjunction with the German Village Society and the German Village Garten Club. The Cost: Adults/Seniors/Students $10.00.
SIGHTS, SOUNDS AND STORIES OF GERMAN VILLAGE
This two-hour tour was created by the German Village Historic Preservation Committee and provides an insight to the settlement of the area focusing on the stories about early residents, Schiller Park, and German Immigration to the United States. All amenities of the standard tour of German Village round out this tour. The Cost: Adults $10.00; Seniors/College-aged Students $8.00; Grade /Middle/High School Students $6.00.
SCAVENGER HUNT The Historic Preservation Officer developed this unique and fun ninety-minute teaching tool for students. The group will be given a history lesson and then sent on an architectural scavenger hunt. This tour is not available on weekends. The Cost: Students $3.00…but adults can enjoy and book this tour for the standard walking tour price.
German Village is old, and while curb cuts have been made to accommodate wheelchairs, it can be a challenge to navigate each and every corner of the community. We will do our very best to make everyone welcome and make each tour a treasure.
We must have a total booking amount of $100.00 to pursue a tour request.
OTHER INFORMATION
A $75.00 deposit per scheduled tour is required. This deposit is fully refundable if written notification of cancellation is received by The German Village Society at least one week prior the date scheduled. Check, VISA, and MasterCard are accepted. |
