Heidelberg Day Trip from Frankfurt

Fall in love with a fairytale city with this half-day excursion to Heidelberg from Frankfurt . Join this approximately 5.5-hour tour and make yourself comfortable as you travel by bus to the picturesque German city. Immerse yourself in the city's rich history and culture with a professional guide, and embark on a tour of the impressive Heidelberg Castle and the old historic city centre. See incredible sights and then enjoy some free time to explore on your own.

Board a comfortable, air-conditioned coach and once seated enjoy the journey to Heidelberg. As you drive away from the city, you'll enjoy the beautiful scenery of the Neckar River Valley . You will see everything from green hills covered with vineyards to charming little villages.

After about an hour's drive, you will arrive in the romantic city of Heidelberg. Your first stop will be a visit to the famous Heidelberg Castle, a majestic medieval palace that towers over the city. Explore the impressive ruins of the building together with your guide, and also enter the various courtyards, towers and rooms of the castle. Enjoy wonderful panoramic views of the city from its huge terrace and take some pictures of the beautiful Neckar River .

Along the way, you'll see everything from sculpted portraits of French German leaders to centuries-old artefacts such as the Great Barrel, one of the largest in the world that stored up to 130,000 litres of wine. Another interesting attraction at the castle is the German Pharmacy Museum, where you can see more than 1,000 pharmaceutical products from the 17th to the 19th century.

After visiting the castle, you will go down to the old part of the city and walk through the narrow streets of the old town . You will see its beautiful medieval architecture, historic courtyards and beautiful half-timbered houses .

Continue the tour through the medieval centre and stroll across the imposing Old Karel Theodor Bridge to discover the beautiful Church of the Holy Spirit overlooking the market square. Marvel at this beautiful Gothic temple and also gaze at the magnificent Renaissance façade of the House of Knights . In addition to all this, you will also have free time to explore on your own, as well as to visit shops or have a drink in one of the local cafes and restaurants.