Heidelberg City Centre Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Heidelberg City Centre
Heidelberg City Centre
Heidelberg City Centre
Heidelberg City Centre
Karl Theodor Bridge featuring a bridge, heritage elements and a river or creek

Popular places to visit

Heidelberg Castle which includes tranquil scenes, a small town or village and heritage architecture

Heidelberg Castle

4.5/5(13 reviews)

This ruined Renaissance castle stands majestically on a hilltop and presents incredible views of the Neckar Valley from its beautiful garden.

Heidelberg Castle
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Marktplatz

3/5(1 review)

Go for a stroll and view the pretty heritage streetscape around Heidelberg’s traditional market square, which is anchored by an impressive Gothic church.

Marktplatz
University of Heidelberg Old Campus

University of Heidelberg Old Campus

4.5/5(3 reviews)

With some of the city’s most historically and architecturally interesting sites, Germany’s oldest university forms the beating heart of the Heidelberg Altstadt.

University of Heidelberg Old Campus
Heidelberg Church of the Holy Spirit which includes a fountain, a statue or sculpture and heritage elements

Church of the Holy Spirit

Enjoy superb views of Heidelberg’s Old Town from the tower of this 14th-century church, which took nearly 150 years to build.

Church of the Holy Spirit
Heidelberg University Library

Heidelberg University Library

Whether you come to study, read or simply take a walk around an impressive building, the principal library of the University of Heidelberg is a fascinating place to visit.

Heidelberg University Library
Brass Monkey

Brass Monkey

Legend says this statue serves as a reminder to those crossing the river that they are no better than the person coming from the opposite side.

Brass Monkey

Activities

Tour through Heidelberg in the footsteps of the night watchmen

Tour through Heidelberg in the footsteps of the night watchmen

AU$24
per adult
Tour through Heidelberg in the footsteps of the night watchmen
historic Heidelberg, Mercedes Benz Museum & Schwetzingen Palace

historic Heidelberg, Mercedes Museum, Schwetzinger Schloß, privat

AU$778
per adult
historic Heidelberg, Mercedes Museum, Schwetzinger Schloß, privat
Heidelberg: Entertaining Guided Tour to Old Town Highlights

Heidelberg: Entertaining Guided Tour to Old Town Highlights

AU$24
per adult
Heidelberg: Entertaining Guided Tour to Old Town Highlights
Heidelberg: Night Watchman Historic Adventure Tour

Heidelberg: Night Watchman Historic Adventure Tour

AU$24
per adult
Heidelberg: Night Watchman Historic Adventure Tour
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Heidelberg Private Walking Tour With A Professional Guide

AU$366
per traveller
Heidelberg Private Walking Tour With A Professional Guide
Explore Heidelberg in 60 minutes with a Local

Explore Heidelberg's City Highlights with a Local

AU$237
per adult
Explore Heidelberg's City Highlights with a Local
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Our pick of the best Heidelberg City Centre Hotel Deals

PLAZA Premium Heidelberg
PLAZA Premium Heidelberg
Sofienstraße 6, Heidelberg, BW
The price is AU$190 per night from 4 May to 5 May
AU$190
includes taxes & fees
4 May - 5 May
Stay at this hotel in Heidelberg. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (223 reviews)
"Excellent room with a view of the castle."

Reviewed on 8 Apr. 2025

PLAZA Premium Heidelberg
Hotel Heidelberger Hof
Hotel Heidelberger Hof
4 out of 5
Plöck 1, Heidelberg
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$229 per night from 12 May to 13 May
AU$229
includes taxes & fees
12 May - 13 May
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Heidelberg. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (552 reviews)
"All good"

Reviewed on 23 Mar. 2025

Hotel Heidelberger Hof
Hotel Villa Marstall
Hotel Villa Marstall
Lauerstr. 1, Heidelberg
The price is AU$187 per night from 20 Apr to 21 Apr
AU$187
includes taxes & fees
20 Apr - 21 Apr
Stay at this hotel in Heidelberg. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and cable TV channels. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (269 reviews)
"Great view"

Reviewed on 17 Apr. 2025

Hotel Villa Marstall
City Partner Hotel Holländer Hof
City Partner Hotel Holländer Hof
3 out of 5
Neckarstaden 66, Heidelberg, BW
The price is AU$229 per night from 21 Apr to 22 Apr
AU$229
includes taxes & fees
21 Apr - 22 Apr
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Heidelberg. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (843 reviews)
"The best location, we went for an upgraded room over looking the River. Stunning views. Great hosts, would definitely be back. Parking is nearby and costs €19 per night. Safe and secure"

Reviewed on 14 Apr. 2025

City Partner Hotel Holländer Hof
Hotel Am Schloss
Hotel Am Schloss
3 out of 5
Zwingerstrasse 20, Heidelberg, Baden-Württtemberg
The price is AU$222 per night from 20 Apr to 21 Apr
AU$222
includes taxes & fees
20 Apr - 21 Apr
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Heidelberg. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (292 reviews)
"Lovely location. Ask for room 16 for an incredible view of the castle."

Reviewed on 3 Apr. 2025

Hotel Am Schloss
Hotel Europäischer Hof Heidelberg
Hotel Europäischer Hof Heidelberg
5 out of 5
Friedrich-Ebert-Anlage 1, Heidelberg, BW
The price is AU$532 per night from 21 Apr to 22 Apr
AU$532
includes taxes & fees
21 Apr - 22 Apr
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Heidelberg. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (344 reviews)
"The hotel is a beautiful hotel and is very conveniently located very near the old town. Breakfast is great and so is the gym. The staff is very helpful and kind. Would definitely Stay here again."

Reviewed on 23 Mar. 2025

Hotel Europäischer Hof Heidelberg
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Other neighbourhoods around Heidelberg City Centre

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Neuenheim

Unique features of Neuenheim include the river views and historical sites. Make a stop by Neckarwiese or Philosophenweg while you're exploring the area.

Neuenheim
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Weststadt

Weststadt is noteworthy for its historical sites, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Schatzkammer and Neckar Valley-Odenwald Nature Park.

Weststadt
Heidelberg featuring food

Bergheim

4.5/5(5 area reviews)

Consider exploring the abundant dining options in Bergheim. If sightseeing is on the list, Körperwelten Museum is a top attraction. Hop on the metro at Heidelberg (West) Central Station Tram Stop or Heidelberg Seegarten Tram Stop to see more of the area.

Bergheim
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Handschuhsheim

You'll enjoy the breweries and churches in Handschuhsheim. You might want to make time for a stop at Thingstätte or Monastery of St. Michael.

Handschuhsheim
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Südstadt

While Südstadt may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Neckarwiese and Heidelberg University Library.

Südstadt
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Bahnstadt

Though Bahnstadt may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Heidelberg Zoo and Neckarwiese.

Bahnstadt

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