Heidelberg city tour with castle, funicular, and Philosopher's Walk
Attractions & guided tours

Heidelberg city tour with castle, funicular, and Philosopher's Walk

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$127.00
Free cancellation
Language: English, German
Mobile voucher accepted
Duration: 7 hours
Why you’ll love this…
  • You'll enjoy views across the Neckar Valley from the Königstuhl and the famous Philosopher's Walk
  • There's a ride on the historic and modern Heidelberg Mountain Railway connecting key landmarks
  • The visit to Heidelberg Castle includes the Great Barrel and time at the German Pharmacy Museum
  • It's a chance to discover Heidelberg's Baroque Old Town with a guided walk through historic streets
  • You can see landmarks such as the Heiliggeistkirche, Alte Brücke and Jesuitenkirche along the way
What to expect

See Heidelberg from above and at street level on this tour that combines panoramic views, monuments, and a guided walk through the city.

The day begins with a van ride to the Königstuhl, Heidelberg's highest viewpoint at 568 metres above sea level. From here, you'll take in sweeping views across the Neckar Valley before continuing your journey by mountain railway.

The Heidelberg Mountain Railway is an attraction in its own right. First, you'll travel on the historic upper funicular to Molkenkur, then switch to the modern lower funicular for a short ride to Heidelberg Castle. Inside, you'll visit the cellar that houses the Great Barrel, a giant wine cask built in the 18th century from 130 oak logs and capable of holding more than 219,000 litres of wine. You'll also have time to explore the German Pharmacy Museum.

The experience continues with a guided walk through Heidelberg's Baroque Old Town. As you stroll along its cobbled streets, you'll discover the character of this historic university city. Along the way, you'll pass elegant townhouses, traditional cafés and some of Heidelberg's best-known landmarks, including the Church of the Holy Spirit, the Old Bridge and the Jesuit Church.

To round off the day, you'll cross to the opposite bank of the Neckar River and follow the Philosophenweg. With a glass of Palatinate wine in hand, you can take in the views across Heidelberg and enjoy a different perspective of the city before the tour concludes.

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What's included
  • check Entrance fees
  • check Guided walking tour
  • check Bottled water
  • check Wine
  • check Train ticket
What's not included
  • x_not_included Lunch
Where

Hotel Ibis Heidelberg Hauptbahnhof, Willy-Brandt-Platz 3, 69115 Heidelberg, Germany

Meeting point:
Meet your guide in front of the main entrance to the Ibis Hotel at the central train station in Heidelberg. Please arrive at the meeting point at least 15 minutes before the tour starts.
What to remember

Accessibility:

  • Not suitable for wheelchair users, people with mobility impairments or serious health conditions
  • You'll need a good level of physical fitness and sure footing

Not allowed:

  • Children under 12 years old
  • Pets
  • Large pieces of luggage

Know in advance:

  • This is a small-group experience with a minimum of 2 and a maximum of 6 participants
  • Minors can only participate when accompanied by an adult
  • The experience takes place in all weather conditions
  • This tour is led by a bilingual guide

Remember to bring:

  • Weather-appropriate clothing and comfortable footwear
  • Sun and rain protection
  • Any necessary medication
  • Drinks
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Provider
Little Big Tours
Booking fee
Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.
Cancellation policy
Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 24 hours before the experience begins.

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