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Heidelberg Castle Tour: Explore Historic Ruins
4.7
162 Ratings
Frankfurt am Main
Explore the historic city of Heidelberg on a private day tour from Frankfurt. Visit the famous castle, stroll through the medieval center, and admire the old bridge and Renaissance architecture.
Explore the historic city of Heidelberg on a private day tour from Frankfurt. Visit the famous castle, stroll through the medieval center, and admire the old bridge and Renaissance architecture.
Duration:
5 hours, 30 minutes
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
- Schloss Heidelberg - Day tour to the beautiful city of Heidelberg, this historically old city on the Neckar is visited by millions of visitors from all over the world every year.\nAfter about 1 hour drive there we will visit Heidelberg Castle.\n\nIn our tour we will show you the famous castle from Heidelberg, which has a historical history. The…
- Schloss Heidelberg - Day tour to the beautiful city of Heidelberg, this historically old city on the Neckar is visited by millions of visitors from all over the world every year.\nAfter about 1 hour drive there we will visit Heidelberg Castle.\n\nIn our tour we will show you the famous castle from Heidelberg, which has a historical history. The whole structure, the castle and the courtyard impress with their ruins and construction. The castle is several centuries old and offers a wonderful view over the city from its huge terrace. Here you are looking at one of the largest wine barrels in the world.\n- Heidelberg - After visiting the castle we walk through the medieval center to the old bridge and the Karlstor, the Renaissance house to the knight, the Heiliggeistkirche.\nWe drive about 1 hour back to the meeting point.
What's Included
- Admission to a renowned wine barrel
- Exclusive entry to a historic castle
- Guided tour with bilingual guide (German & English)
- Comfortable travel with in-vehicle air conditioning
- Admission to a renowned wine barrel
- Exclusive entry to a historic castle
- Guided tour with bilingual guide (German & English)
- Comfortable travel with in-vehicle air conditioning
What's Not Included
- Lunch
- €50 per person for hotel pickup
- Tip
- Lunch
- €50 per person for hotel pickup
- Tip
Additional Information
Day tour to the beautiful city of Heidelberg, this historic old city on the Neckar is visited by millions of visitors from all over the world every year.
In our tour we will show you the famous castle in Heidelberg, which has a historical history. The whole structure, the castle and the courtyard are impressive with their ruins and their construction….
Day tour to the beautiful city of Heidelberg, this historic old city on the Neckar is visited by millions of visitors from all over the world every year.
In our tour we will show you the famous castle in Heidelberg, which has a historical history. The whole structure, the castle and the courtyard are impressive with their ruins and their construction. The castle is several centuries old and offers a wonderful view of the city from its huge terrace. Here you can see one of the largest wine barrels in the world.
After the castle visit we will give you some private time and you can walk through the medieval center and visit the Renaissance Haus zum Ritter and the Heiliggeistkirche.
Location
Le Méridien Frankfurt
Wiesenhüttenplatz
Bus stop in front of the hotel "Le Meridien", Wiesenhüttenplatz 38, 60329, Frankfurt am Main. Please wait in front of the hotel entrance and not in the lobby.
The tour guide will pick you up there
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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(162 Ratings)
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Nick_b
Dec 24, 2024
A great way to spend half a day when in Frankfurt - This is a wonderful experience both for sightseeing but also for the fascinating history lesson you receive. Our tour guide was Michael, who was giving us an incredible amount of information from the moment our journey began. The castle itself (about one hour away from Frankfurt) is stunning, as it contains several different eras of architecture which were added over the many years of its long history on top of absolutely incredible views of the town and river below. Visiting the town afterwards was very fun as well, as it was delightful to walk through and stop into various shops.
Michael wasn an excellent tour guide, navigating everything from traffic to rain to limited timeframes with excellent skill and a wonderful storytelling ability. Both in the car ride in the way and then throughout the castle itself, he knew how to weave the different pieces of history together to make for a fantastic experience. We tremendously enjoyed our time with him, and he made sure we had the best experience possible.
We went on the trip which begins at 3:30pm, and the castle has lights set up so it looks equally as pretty in the nighttime as it does during the day. The van we travelled in was very comfortable, and the overall quality of the experience was great. I would definitely recommend this if you're in Frankfurt for multiple days.
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Mark_b
Dec 19, 2024
Heidelberg Castle Brilliance - Michael was a delightful guide. He was very knowledgeable and passionate about the history of Germany. We loved our experience and it was one of the very best things we did while in Germany. We highly recommend the tour to the castle. It was amazing and worth every euro spent.
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Edwardg8
Dec 19, 2024
Nice visit - Heidelberg Castle, perched on a hilltop overlooking the city, is a significant historical site that offers visitors a glimpse into Germany’s rich past. The castle, dating back to the 1300s, showcases a blend of Renaissance and Baroque architecture, with many areas open for exploration.
Visitors often highlight the castle’s unique features, such as the world’s largest functioning wine barrel, the Grosses Fass, made from 130 oak trees and capable of holding approximately 58,117 gallons of wine. The old apothecary is another point of interest, providing insight into historical medical practices. 
The castle grounds offer stunning views of the surrounding southern German landscape, making it a popular spot for photography and leisurely walks. While the castle is partially in ruins, this adds to its enigmatic and romantic charm, attracting numerous visitors each year. 
Overall, a visit to Heidelberg Castle is considered a worthwhile experience, offering a blend of historical exploration and scenic beauty.
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Carolyn_r
Dec 19, 2024
Worth every penny to see Heidelberg Castle and the town! - Had a pleasant day trip from Frankfurt to Heidelberg and the castle. Our guide was Michael who genuinely shines with his knowledge of history regarding Germany and the area we were visiting. It was the Christmas Market time when I went on this tour so the added festive feelings were felt during our visit. The groups are small - only about 6 to 7 in a luxury passenger van. It was impressive to have seen one of the largest wine barrels in all of the world. It was surreal walking the cobblestone paths through the town knowing there was multiple centuries passed that people have been walking on those same stones. Picture Perfect wherever I turned!!
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Carin_t
Dec 16, 2024
10/10 Guenter (our tour... - 10/10 Guenter (our tour guide) was an absolute delight and very knowledgeable. The castle was stunning, the museum inside was so interesting. And, We got to explore the local Christmas Markets, which was a huge treat! It was dark, but the lights were great!
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Michael_g
Dec 15, 2024
Well worth it! - Wonderful experience, the castle and surrounding town of Heidelberg were charming. Michael was amazing, a fountain of knowledge that he was eager to share.
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Ben_s
Dec 3, 2024
Great experience - Excellent day visiting the castle and the old city of Heidelberg. Our driver and guide Gunther was fantastic! Highly recommended.
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Matthewp2740
Dec 2, 2024
Worth the Investment. - Michael was a great guide. I love it when you are getting history/culture right from the start of trip before we even arrive to the destination. It was plenty busy for a cold weekday. Definitely a neat experience and money well spent. Heidelberg is the typical European village but with charm.
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Fernando_h
Nov 28, 2024
Nice tour and gorgeous old town - Really enjoyed this tour. Our tour guide was very knowledgeable sharing history and facts along the way. It is a great way to experience a different city while in Frankfurt.
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Deborah_c
Dec 9, 2024
Fairly good trip - Looking at the city lights from the castle was the highlight of the trip. Günter is a most qualified tour guide.
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