Heidelberg City Centre Travel Guide

Heidelberg

A cobblestone street with outdoor seating at cafes, historic buildings, and a fountain.
A historic castle with multiple towers and a surrounding wall, set against a lush green hillside.
A cobblestone street with historic buildings, a church tower, and outdoor seating areas.
A street with historic buildings, a church steeple, and a tree.
A historic town with a river, a bridge, and a castle on a hill.

Stay near popular Heidelberg City Centre attractions

A historic castle with a round tower, surrounded by lush greenery and a village in the valley.

Heidelberg Castle

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

With the executioner's wife through Heidelberg's alleys

With the executioner's wife through Heidelberg's alleys

Rp295.037
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With the executioner's wife through Heidelberg's alleys
Tour through Heidelberg in the footsteps of the night watchmen

Tour through Heidelberg in the footsteps of the night watchmen

Rp325.911
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Tour through Heidelberg in the footsteps of the night watchmen
Heidelberg: Riverboat Tour to Neckarsteinach and drinks incl

Heidelberg: Riverboat Tour to Neckarsteinach with Drinks

Rp1.028.817
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94% of travellers recommend
Heidelberg: Riverboat Tour to Neckarsteinach with Drinks
Heidelberg Castle Gardens: A Self-Guided Tour of its Ruins

Heidelberg Castle Gardens: A Self-Guided Tour of its Ruins

Rp106.987
per adult
Heidelberg Castle Gardens: A Self-Guided Tour of its Ruins
Heidelberg Walking Tour with Audioguide on your Smartphone

Heidelberg Walking Tour with Audioguide on Your Smartphone

Rp175.043
per adult
Heidelberg Walking Tour with Audioguide on Your Smartphone
Heidelberg: night watchman tour through the old town

Heidelberg: night watchman tour through the old town

Rp329.881
per adult
Heidelberg: night watchman tour through the old town
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Where to stay in Heidelberg City Centre

Find the best Heidelberg City Centre areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A cityscape at sunset with a prominent modern building, a mix of historic and contemporary architecture, and a busy street with vehicles.

Bergheim

Consider exploring the abundant dining options in Bergheim. If sightseeing is on the list, Neckar Valley-Odenwald Nature Park 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.

A cobblestone street with historic buildings, a castle in the background, and a bicycle parked by the roadside.

Weststadt

Visitors to Weststadt enjoy its historical sites, and if you want to do some exploring, Neckar Valley-Odenwald Nature Park is worth a stop.

A historic stone bridge over a river, with a castle and church in the background.

Neuenheim

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

A cityscape with modern buildings, a river, and mountains in the background.

Bahnstadt

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

A historic church with a tall spire, arched windows, and a large wooden door.
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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 Neckar Valley-Odenwald Nature Park.

Heidelberg City Centre Travel Guide