Opera Leipzig © Kirsten Nijhof, Oper Leipzig
St. Thomas Church Leipzig
Mendelssohn House in Leipzig
Old town hall Leipzig
Boys Choir of the St. Thomas Church © Dirk Brzoska, Leipzig Tourismus und Marketing GmbH

Music tour Leipzig

In the footsteps of renowned musicians such as Johann Sebastian Bach, Richard Wagner, Georg Philipp Telemann, Felix Mendelssohn Bartholdy and Robert Schumann

Leipzig is a city of music. Renowned musicians such as Johann Sebastian Bach, Richard Wagner, Georg Philipp Telemann, Felix Mendelssohn Bartholdy and Robert Schumann are inextricably linked with the city.

A guided tour in the footsteps of all these great musicians is a very special occasion when coming to Leipzig. Visit extraordinary museums which tell interesting stories, listen to terrific organ music and let yourself be enchanted by the music spirit of this impressive city.

Of course Leipzig has many more sights to offer: the famous restaurant “Auerbachs Keller”, the Monument to the Battle of the Nations and the beautiful courtyards of the former merchant´s houses. Explore the versatility of Leipzig with us!

This group tour is customised by us for you. It can be modified, shortened or extended according to your wishes. We look forward to receiving your enquiry and will be happy to provide you with a customised offer for your group tour.

Duration	4 days/ 3 nights
Travel period	daily
Bookable from	10 person(s)
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Itinerary

Day 1: Individual arrival to Leipzig
After arriving to Leipzig we recommend a guided walking tour. Leipzig is the city of music. Explore it during the themed walking tour “Leipzig Music Trail”.
Overnight stay in Leipzig
Day 2: Music museums of Leipzig
Today the tour in the footsteps of the great musicians continues. The Bach Museum is one of the most famous museums of Leipzig. Get to know more about Johann Sebastian Bach, the renowned composer of Baroque times. Another famous sight of Leipzig is the restaurant “Auerbachs Keller”. There you can enjoy German cuisine in a very special atmosphere. Later that day we would suggest the visit of the Mendelssohn House. This museum tells about the life and work of the composer who is considered to be one of the most important musicians of the Romantic period and set new standards as a conductor. In the afternoon the Monument to the Battle of the Nations is worth a visit, a very impressive building telling interesting stories.
Overnight stay in Leipzig
Day 3: Schumann House and free time to explore Leipzig
In 1828 Robert Schumann came to Leipzig in order to study law. Here he decided to dedicate his life to music. The Schumann House tells more stories about the pianist and composer. The afternoon is free to explore Leipzig. Get to know the beautiful courtyards of the former merchant´s houses and have a coffee in one of the many cafés, e.g. the famous café Kandler next to St. Thomas´s Church. Do not miss to try the “Leipziger Lerche”, a culinary specialty of the city. Our tip: On Friday and Saturday motets can be enjoyed at the world famous St. Thomas´s Church.
Overnight stay in Leipzig
Day 4: Individual return journey or extension
Today you start the journey home or extend your stay. If you would like to get to know more about the German composers we recommend to visit Weimar and enjoy an organ music performance at Herder Church. Another idea would be to visit Halle where Georg Friedrich Händel lived for 18 years. Or take a trip to Dresden where you will learn more about Richard Wagner. There are many possibilities. We are happy to help you to find ideas.

Services

SERVICES INCLUDED

Basic package for your music tour to Leipzig:

4 days/ 3 nights

3 x overnight stay including breakfast in Leipzig
Local guide for walking tour “Leipzig Music Trail”, 2 hours
Admission and guided tour to Bach museum
Admission and guided tour to Mendelssohn House
Admission and guided tour to Schumann House
Visit of St. Thomas’s Church
City map of Leipzig per room
Travel documents for the tour manager/driver
AugustusTours telephone service

ADDITIONAL SERVICES

Visit to a motet at St. Thomas’s Church (Friday and Saturday)
Tickets for music events at Leipzig Gewandhaus and/or Leipzig Opera
Excursion to Weimar incl. organ music performance at Herder Church
Visit to the museum of musical instruments
Excursion to Köthen incl. guided tour “In the footsteps of Johann Sebastian Bach” and visit to St. Agnus Church incl. organ music
Excursion to Halle incl. visit to Händel House
Excursion to Dresden incl. guided tour “In the footsteps of Richard Wagner” and visit to Lohengrin House and Hunting Lodge (Richard Wagner Sites) in Graupa, where Wagner stayed during summer 1846
Monument to the Battle of the Nations

ACCOMMODATION CATEGORIES

Depending on the customer's wishes, we organise overnight stays in 3 to 5-star hotels. In our destinations, we work with a selection of hotels that fulfil our quality requirements. Reliable co-operation and good service are our top priorities. If you are satisfied with the selected service partners, we will be happy to book them again for follow-up orders (subject to availability).

FURTHER INFORMATION

Please note that in some cities accommodation taxes, visitor's taxes, etc. apply. Unless otherwise stated, these are not included in the tour price and must be paid locally.