Self Guided Walk Through Historic Heidelberg

Discover Heidelberg’s charm on a self-guided audio tour. Explore historic sites, learn wartime stories, and enjoy local cuisine. Uncover the city’s unique allure.

Duration: 1 hour
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Market Square (Marktplatz) - Begin your adventure at the lively Marktplatz, the central hub of Heidelberg’s Old Town, encircled by historic structures and bustling cafés.
  • Church of the Holy Spirit - Walk past the Church of the Holy Spirit, an impressive medieval church that played a crucial role in Heidelberg’s religious history during the Holy Roman Empire.
  • Steingasse - Meander through the narrow and picturesque Steingasse, a delightful street that leads to the renowned Old Bridge.
  • Old Bridge Heidelberg - Take in a stunning view of Heidelberg Castle from the Old Bridge, a historic stone bridge with an intriguing tale of its destruction and reconstruction.
  • Bruckenaffe - Meet the captivating bronze monkey statue at the Old Bridge, said to bring different fortunes depending on where you touch it, and learn the legend behind it.
  • Heidelberg Old Synagogue Memorial - Pause at the Heidelberg Old Synagogue Memorial, a moving site honoring the city’s Jewish community and the tragic events of World War II.
  • Heidelberg University Library - Marvel at the Heidelberg University Library, a significant building displaying Wilhelmian architectural style and housing a vast collection of academic works.
  • Hexenturm - Look upon the Hexenturm, an ancient medieval witch’s tower now part of the new university building, merging history with modernity.
  • Studentenkarzer - Uncover the intriguing history of the Studentenkarzer, a student prison once used to detain unruly students, and learn about its famous inmates.
  • Hauptstraße - Wander along Hauptstraße, the main pedestrian street brimming with shops, cafés, and cultural treasures, capturing the essence of Heidelberg’s Old Town.
  • Hotel Zum Ritter - Conclude your tour at the Hotel zum Ritter, a magnificent Renaissance building and one of Heidelberg’s most iconic landmarks, reflecting the city’s rich architectural legacy.
What's Included
  • Unlimited, lifetime use of the tour before and after booking date
  • Virtual playback option to listen like an audiobook from anywhere
  • Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata
  • Self-guided GPS tour for exploring at your own pace
  • Directions to the starting point for automatic tour start
What's Not Included
  • Smartphone and headphones (Please bring your own)
Additional Information

Experience the enchantment of GPS playback on this captivating walk through Heidelberg. This self-guided audio tour reveals Baroque splendor and a fortune-telling monkey in this historic university town. What sets Heidelberg apart, and why does it radiate a charm unlike any other German town? As you meander through the narrow streets, these questions will be answered in the Old Town’s historic passageways. You’ll discover how French troops once razed Heidelberg, only for it to rise again as an architectural marvel. I’ll explain how World War II affected Heidelberg, and you’ll witness the poignant book-burning memorial and the site of the former Jewish synagogue. You’ll also pass by the new and old university buildings and learn about some of their benefactors. This tour will deepen your appreciation for Heidelberg’s history, architecture, and legends. As you navigate the streets, you’ll encounter numerous spots to eat and drink.

Location
Hauptstraße 186
Hauptstraße
The tour starts at Old Town Apotheke.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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