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

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.

Main features

Free cancellation
Place: Heidelberg
Duration: 7 hours
Language:English, German
Mobile voucher accepted

Additional features

Instant confirmation
Entrance Fees Included
Guided Tour
e-Voucher
Small group
Transport included

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

Important to know

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

Cancellation policy

Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 24 hours before the experience begins.


What’s included

  • Entrance fees
  • Guided walking tour
  • Bottled water
  • Wine
  • Train ticket

What’s not included

  • Lunch

Booking fee

Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.


Pickup points

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Provider

Little Big Tours


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