Overview
Heidelberg is the city of romance. You were smart too. Heidelberg's university is the oldest in Germany. Certified tour guides convey the history and magic of the former Palatinate residence to you with wit and heart and soul. A lively, entertaining guided tour of Heidelberg's city history.
Get to know the highlights: the market square, the old bridge, the Jesuit quarter, the view of the castle and of course the old university including the prison. Learn about war and peace, destruction and reconstruction. Discover a baroque, lively city on a comfortable Gothic floor plan.
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- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Mobile ticket
What's included
Stories and history of the city of Heidelberg.
Modern Heidelberg
The main topics of the tour can be designed according to your wishes.
History of the castle and the castle ruins.
Tips and advice for other activities in Heidelberg and the region.
Student prison and old university - 4 Eur
Meeting and pickup
Pickup is offered, or you can meet at the meeting point.
Meeting point
The Hercules Fountain is located on the market square between the Heiliggeistkirche and the town hall.
What to expect
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Church of the Holy Ghost (Heiliggeistkirche)
10 min
Late Baroque town church from the 14th century, where Heidelberg University was founded
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Market Square (Marktplatz)
5 min
Central square in the old town with many cafes
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Kornmarkt
5 min
The figure of Mary on the Kornmarkt is the symbol of the Counter-Reformation in the Electoral Palatinate
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Carl's Square (Karlsplatz)
10 min
Named after Elector Karl-Theodor, here you have the most beautiful view of the world-famous castle ruins over the roofs of the city.
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Old Bridge (Karl Theodor Bridge)
10 min
A landmark of the city with a view of the Odenwald, the Rhine plain, the Neckar valley and the castle ruins.
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Bruckenaffe
5 min
"Why are you ogling at me here? Haven't you seen the old monkey in Heydelberg / Go back and forth / There you'll find more like me"
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Hotel Zum Ritter
5 min
Beautiful 16th century Renaissance building. Oldest town house in town.
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Studentenkarzer
10 min
The university student prison. Famous in the Romantic era, because here they "let the pig out". Literally.
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Alte Universitaet
10 min
Here is the seat of the oldest university in Germany (1386).
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Friedrich Ebert Memorial
10 min
Birthplace of Germany's first democratically elected President.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
Times are local to the experience (Europe/Berlin).
Additional Information
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
FAQs about Private Heidelberg old town walking tour
Can I cancel Private Heidelberg old town walking tour for free?
Yes. For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
How long does it take?
It takes about 1 hour 30 min.
Where does it start, and is pickup offered?
The Hercules Fountain is located on the market square between the Heiliggeistkirche and the town hall. Pickup is offered, or you can meet at the meeting point.
What's included?
- Stories and history of the city of Heidelberg.
- Modern Heidelberg
- The main topics of the tour can be designed according to your wishes.
- History of the castle and the castle ruins.
- Tips and advice for other activities in Heidelberg and the region.
What's not included?
- Student prison and old university - 4 Eur
Which places does it visit?
It visits Church of the Holy Ghost (Heiliggeistkirche), Market Square (Marktplatz), Kornmarkt, Carl's Square (Karlsplatz), Old Bridge (Karl Theodor Bridge), Bruckenaffe, Hotel Zum Ritter, Studentenkarzer.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is offered in German.
What fitness level is needed?
It is suitable for all physical fitness levels.
Operated by Erlebnisführungen Heidelberg
