Full-Day Heidelberg Tour from Frankfurt with Castle and Old Town

The journey

Trip highlights

• 01 Enjoy a guided visit through Heidelberg Castle's courtyard, wine cellar, and Apothecary Museum
• 02 Ride the funicular up to the extended castle area above Romantic Heidelberg
• 03 Walk along Germany's longest pedestrian street past the Church of the Holy Spirit and Zum Ritter
• 04 Discover Frankfurt's panoramic landmarks, the Roemer, the rebuilt old quarter, and Roman remains

A short drive takes us to Romantic Heidelberg, the oldest university city in Germany. Reach the extended castle area by funicular and enjoy a guided visit through the courtyard and cellar, where you will see the world's largest wine barrel, built in 1751, along with views over the valley and the Neckar River. Stroll along Germany's longest pedestrian street past the 1389 Church of the Holy Spirit, the 1598 Zum Ritter building, and the old University Square. Back in Frankfurt, enjoy a panoramic drive and a walk through the city center to see the Roemer, the newly rebuilt old quarter, and archaeological Roman remains.

Reach the extended castle area by funicular and enjoy a guided visit through the courtyard and cellar, where you will see the world's largest wine barrel, built in 1751, along with views over the valley and the Neckar River.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 1 Day

Tour type Private

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Not applicable

Cities Heidelberg, Frankfurt

Languages English, French

Day by day

The itinerary

1

Day 01

Heidelberg Castle and Frankfurt City Highlights

• Transfer from Frankfurt to Heidelberg, approximately a 1-hour and 15-minute drive.
• Enjoy a guided walking tour through the castle area, including entrance to the courtyard, wine cellar, and Apothecary Museum.
• A guided walking tour of the town center and its main highlights is also included. In total, the Heidelberg visit lasts approximately 3.5 hours.
• Return to Frankfurt for a panoramic driving tour of the city.
• Continue with a walking tour through the center and its main city highlights.
• Return to the meeting point or your hotel.

The route

Where you'll travel

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

• My services as a driver and guide
• Private transportation in a new Mercedes V-Class with 6 leather seats
• Insurance, parking fees, and road tax
• Entrance to the castle area and use of the funicular

What's Not Included

• Entrance to other museums, if required
• Boat trip on the Neckar
• Food and drinks
• Souvenirs
• Personal expenses

What to bring

• Your best camera

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point

Frankfurt, Germany

Tour start

Frankfurt, Germany

Tour ends at the same location as the start point.