Unpacked Tour with Old Town, Castle, old mountain railway & wine

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About this activity

Experience the beauty of Heidelberg on a guided tour in a small group, combining culture, history, and breathtaking views. Start with a drive to the Königstuhl, where you can enjoy a magnificent view over the Neckar Valley. Take the historic mountain railway and visit the impressive Heidelberg Castle. Discover the world's largest inflatable wine barrel and dive into history at the German Pharmacy Museum.

After a lunch break, we will start the guided tour through the historic old town. Strolling through the cobblestone alleys, you can feel the vibrant flair of the traditional university city. The path leads past baroque townhouses, cozy cafes, and historic buildings. Unpacked: Holy Spirit Church, Old Bridge, Kornmarkt and much more... We end the day on the Philosopher's Walk with a glass of Palatinate wine in hand and a wonderful view of the city.

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At a glance

Duration: 7–8 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 6 people
People per booking: 1–6
Guide: German, English
Operated by: Little Big Tours

Ages: Adults (12–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Alcoholic beverages: a glass of Palatinate wine or grape juice
Included: Private transportation: Transfers in a comfortable van
Included: Carbonated beverages: Bottled water - still or bubble
Included: Entrance fees: Schlossinnenhof, German Pharmacy Museum, Great Barrel
Included: Guide
Included: Public transportation (bus, subway, cable car, etc.): Ride the historic mountain railway

Not included

Not included: Lunch: Food & drinks

Itinerary

Konigstuhl

30 min

Arriving at an altitude of 568 metres, you escape the hustle and bustle of the city. The Heidelberger Hausberg offers breathtaking views over the Neckar valley, the Rhine plain and sometimes even up to the Vosges mountains in good weather.
Stop 2

30 min Admission included

The Heidelberg cable car is an attraction in itself. The upper, nostalgic track takes us to the whey cure in a slow, steep ride. From there, the lower cable car, one of the most modern funiculars in Germany, takes you to the castle in a few minutes.
Schloss Heidelberg

1 h 40 min Admission included

Heidelberg Castle, the epitome of German Romanticism, towers majestically over the city. A tour of the inner courtyard and the castle garden reveals the eventful history of the former residence of the Electors of the Palatinate.
German Pharmacy Museum

20 min Admission included

The German Pharmacy Museum invites you to travel through time. The exhibits offer fascinating insights into the history of medicine from antiquity to the 21st century.
Heidelberg Tun

15 min Admission included

The entrance to the cellar, which houses the legendary Great Barrel, is located in the Royal Hall building. This world's largest walk-in wine barrel was made from 130 oak logs in the 18th century and holds over 219,000 litres of wine.
Kornmarkt

10 min

The most picturesque and historic square in Heidelberg.
Market Square (Marktplatz)

10 min

The historic and vibrant heart of Heidelberg's old town.
Church of the Holy Ghost (Heiliggeistkirche)

15 min

Learn interesting facts in Heidelberg's largest church.
Jesuitenkirche

15 min

Visit Heidelberg's architecturally interesting Catholic Church and be surprised by the interior.
Old Bridge (Karl Theodor Bridge)

20 min

It connects Heidelberg's old town with the opposite bank of the Neckar River at the foot of Heiligenberg. Along with the castle, it is one of the absolute landmarks of the city.
Philosophenweg

one hour

You will end the day on the opposite side of the Neckar, where you will embark on the famous Philosopher's Trail. This climatically favoured panoramic path owes its name to the Heidelberg scholars who once walked here. From here you can enjoy the classic postcard view : the deep blue ribbon of the Neckar, the Old Bridge and the castle that shines in the sunlight - with a glass of Palatinate wine you say goodbye to Heidelberg.

Meeting point and pickup

The operator picks every participant up from their accommodation or the points below.

Pickup points

Hotel Europaischer Hof Heidelberg
ibis Heidelberg Hauptbahnhof
ATLANTIC Hotel Heidelberg
Hilton Heidelberg
Chester Hotel Heidelberg
Berggasthof Konigstuhl

We will let you know the exact pick-up time the day before.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

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

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.
The operator may cancel if too few people book; you then get another date or your money back.