Heidelberg

Heidelberg is a beautiful German city located on the River Neckar.

The Old Town/Alstadt is the city’s historic heart with cobblestone streets, old buildings, and Heidelberg’s bustling market square.

Relax in a cafe and take in the atmosphere in Heidelberg’s main square –  Marketplatz.

Heidelberg Castle/Schloss Heidelberg is a beautiful 16th century red sandstone castle on the hillside overlooking the river & city of Heidelberg. You can get more information about hours & tickets here. 

Enjoy a private half-day tour of Heidelberg learn all about the city’s history while visiting Heidelberg Castle, the Old Bridge, the Church of the Holy Spirit, and more.  Reserve your spot here.

Board a sightseeing cruise on the Neckar River in Heidelberg. See the Old Bridge and marvel at views of Heidelberg Castle from a unique perspective while sipping on a drink of your choice. Reserve your spot here!

Ride the Bergbahnen Heidelberg – a funicular that runs from the city up to the castle & then to the mountains. The first section runs from the Kornmarkt in Old Town Heidelberg up to the Castle. The second section takes you higher up the mountain, and affords wonderful views of the Heidelberg, and the Neckar River. At the top of the mountain, you will have the most amazing view from King’s Throne/Königstuhl over Heidelberg & beyond.

Take a walk along Philosopher’s Walk/Philosophenweg where  famous philosophers have come to walk, think, and take in the views over the city for centuries.

Another great pedestrian walk is across the Old Heidelberg Bridge, where you can enjoy the beauty of the river and surrounding views.

Take a wine tasting tour around the city! Reserve your spot here.

Visit the landmark amphitheater – Thingstätte Heidelberg – first used by the Nazis during World War II and later by American forces.

Explore the German Pharmacy Museum! This fascinating museum has over 20,000 exhibits covering 2000 years of medical science & pharmacy, including glass apothecary flasks.

Enjoy a night tour through Heidelberg with a night watchman! The night watchman will tell you fascinating stories about the alleys of Heidelberg, the history of the city, and its notorious locals! This is a highly recommended tour! You can book it here.

The main shopping & pedestrian street is the Hauptstrausse, which is home to great cafes, restaurants, & shopping.

Visit Heidelberg’s most iconic church – Church of the Holy Spirit.

Take a Segway tour through Heidelberg! This highly recommended activity can be booked here.

Not into Segways? Try a Bike Tour of Heidelberg instead! You can get bike reservations here.

Take a day tour to Germany’s Black Forest! Just one hour from Heidelberg, Germany’s Black Forest offers some of Europe’s most beautiful nature. On this full-day private tour, you can customize the itinerary to your liking – go for hikes, enjoy one of the most scenic drives on the continent, take in beautiful waterfalls, visit medieval villages, sample wine, and more! Reserve your spot here.

Make sure to get the Heidelberg card! With the Heidelberg Card you get entrance tickets to Heidelberg Castle, a cable car ride up to the castle, and many discounts and special offers. Get it ahead of time here.

Here is a list of other recommended activities & tours you can do in Heidelberg.

Want to see more of Germany? Take a trip to Berlin, Frankfurt, Fussen, Munich, Rothenburg!