Most booked tours and tickets in Heidelberg
Tour through Heidelberg in the footsteps of the night watchmen
4.9112 reviews1h 30m
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Boat trip Heidelberg Private boat with captain 1.5h to 12 guests
5.055 reviews1h 30m
from €480
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Heidelberg Exclusive Tour - Old Town, Scenic Walk & Castle Entry
4.950 reviews3h
from €190
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Top sights in Heidelberg
- 1Heidelberg Castle
- 2Old Town
- 3Philosophers' Walk
- 4Old Bridge
- 5University
- 6Heiliggeistkirche
- The Iconic Castle & Its Grounds: Explore the magnificent Heidelberg Castle ruins, a masterpiece of Renaissance architecture. Don't just see the facade—tour the Apothecary Museum inside, marvel at the world's largest wine barrel in the cellar, and walk through the stunning Hortus Palatinus gardens for panoramic views over the city and river.
- A Stroll Through Living History in the Altstadt: Wander the Hauptstrasse, the vibrant spine of the Old Town. Discover hidden courtyards like the Marstallhof, visit the historic University Library with its ancient manuscripts, and step inside the Heiliggeistkirche, a church that once housed a marketplace within its walls.
- The Philosophers' Walk & River Panoramas: Hike the scenic Philosophenweg (Philosophers' Walk) across the Neckar. This famous path offers the city's most breathtaking postcard views of the castle, Old Bridge, and red rooftops, especially stunning in the soft light of early morning or late afternoon.
Food and drink experiences in Heidelberg
Discover Germanies best Red wines & dry Riesling in the Pfalz
4.311 reviews6h
from €395
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Day trips and outdoor activities from Heidelberg
Heidelberg Scavenger Hunt & Highlights Self-Guided Walking Tour
4.416 reviews2h
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Hidden gems in Heidelberg
Places most visitors miss, many of them free.
The 'Secret' Castle Garden (Hortus Palatinus)
The Renaissance gardens built for Friedrich V, located on the castle terraces, often overlooked by visitors who only see the courtyard.
Jesuitenkirche (Jesuit Church) Interior
A Baroque church in the Altstadt, less famous than the Heiliggeistkirche but stunning inside.
The 'Kunstverein' Villa
A beautiful Art Nouveau villa on the Neckar, housing a contemporary art gallery (Heidelberger Kunstverein).
The 'Wolkenbrücke' (Cloud Bridge) at Königstuhl
A modern, minimalist wooden walkway extending into the treetops at the top of the Königstuhl mountain.
The 'Haus zum Ritter' Courtyard
The courtyard of the famous 'Haus zum Ritter' hotel, the only Renaissance patrician house to survive the 1693 fire.
Day trips from Heidelberg
Schwetzingen Palace & Gardens
20 min by train or car
A stunning Baroque and Rococo summer residence of the Prince-Electors of the Palatinate. It's famed for its spectacular gardens, which blend French formalism with English landscape style and contain whimsical follies like a mosque and Roman aqueduct ruins.
Speyer
45 min by train or 40 min by car
An imperial city on the Rhine River with a history as a Holy Roman Empire power center. Its colossal Romanesque cathedral is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of Germany's most significant.
The Neckar Valley Castles
Various, 30-60 min by train or car
Take a scenic train or boat trip up the Neckar River to discover a string of picturesque towns and hilltop castles. Burg Hornberg and Burg Guttenberg are particularly impressive and offer classic German landscape views.
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Things to do in Heidelberg: FAQ
What are the best things to do in Heidelberg?+
Top sights include Heidelberg Castle, Old Town, Philosophers' Walk and Old Bridge. Away from the crowds, try The 'Secret' Castle Garden (Hortus Palatinus) and Jesuitenkirche (Jesuit Church) Interior.
What are the most popular tours in Heidelberg?+
The most booked experiences on Viator are Customized tour with a friend and his luxury van (5.0 stars, 374 reviews); SEA LIFE Speyer Admission Ticket (3.6 stars, 145 reviews); Tour through Heidelberg in the footsteps of the night watchmen (4.9 stars, 112 reviews).
How much do tours in Heidelberg cost?+
The tours and tickets on this page start between €4 and €500 per person, depending on length and what is included.
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