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- sligoinianSligo, Ireland96 contributionsGreat way to spend a few hours strolling around the gardens or taking in the views of Heidleberg from the viewing area or having a glass of wine down in the wine cellar and see the giant wine barrels
And a visit to the Pharmacy Museum to complete the visitWritten 2 August 2022This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - francien2015Rotterdam, The Netherlands1,040 contributionsIf you want to earn a heavy German lunch with Beer this is the way to take. A beautiful walk up the hill with beautiful sights and remains on top of the hill including a Biergarten. This is worth the effort...Written 25 July 2022This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- sligoinianSligo, Ireland96 contributionsNice area of Heidleberg with its shops and restaurants where you can stroll at a leisurely pace or watch the world go byWritten 2 August 2022This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- francien2015Rotterdam, The Netherlands1,040 contributionsThe Karl bridge offers a nice view on the Neckar river and the city main port. RIght besides there are nice bars..Written 25 July 2022This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Sagri2013Indianapolis, IN4,075 contributionsStarting in 1890, the historic Heidelberg Mountain railways, one of the city's most popular attractions. is a two-section funicular railway. It runs all year round between Kornmarkt, about 113 meters above sea level, to Königstuhl, nearly 550 meters above sea level and the highest point in Heidelberg, providing impressive views of the city, the Neckar valley and the Rhine plain - right up to the Palatinate Wine Route. It could accommodate up to 50 passengers on each of its journeys. Since its renovation between 2003 and 2005, the Heidelberger Bergbahn is considered a striking combination of one of the country’s oldest and most modern funiculars mountain railway in Germany presenting quite different appearances. It is the longest mountain railway route in Germany - 1.5 km long. More than a million passengers use the traditional mountain railways and enjoy this attraction every year. Visitors are guaranteed a wonderful view of Heidelberg and the surrounding area. During our ride on it, we experienced Heidelberg and its charming surroundings from a very special perspective.Written 24 December 2021This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- PuffinmanBerlin, Germany1,012 contributionsUse your imagination! What kind of power the pharmacist must have had at this time!
Amazing to see all the ingredients and bottles and tools! This is a real great location to watch and to study!Written 26 September 2020This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - CloudFrankfurt, Germany346 contributionsNice old city square, very well taken care of, with an Herkules fountain as just one of several attractions, like the Church of the Holy Spirit and the Hotel zum Ritter with a wonderful facade.Written 10 July 2022This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- TripRabbitVirginia301 contributionsI suppose there are other places in the world where university students incarcerated for mostly petty crimes were permitted to express remarkable artistic creativity on the walls — and where that creativity is still possible to see. But there certainly cannot be many, and it is remarkable to see the results of these students' creativity right in front of you from floor to ceiling. This is an unusual if not unique attraction, and while some of the cathedrals and castles one might visit may sometimes blend somewhat in our memories over time, this will always stand out and be clearly remembered. Most worthwhile.Written 26 June 2022This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- francien2015Rotterdam, The Netherlands1,040 contributionsBuilt by students to underline the Nazi movement this monument on top of the mountain is worth the climb.Written 25 July 2022This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- CloudFrankfurt, Germany346 contributionsThis river sides are beautiful and picturesque, great for pictures as populated by tourist attractions such as bridges or castle views but also stunning villas.Written 10 July 2022This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Teun K12 contributionsI mostly enjoyed to journey, on a mountainbike starting from Boxberg to the top and downhill to Heidelberg Altstadt. But also the top was great, amazing view on the river and town.Written 25 July 2022This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- jtealSpringfield, MO198 contributionsOn top of the mountain across from the castle. Great walking paths and vantage points a must see when you visitWritten 24 September 2021This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- CloudFrankfurt, Germany346 contributionsThis is one of the Heidelberg picturesque skyline features, located on the Market Square. A bit difficult to take a picture of its facade as the main entrance is located on a very narrow street.Written 10 July 2022This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Alfred VAmsterdam, The Netherlands2,796 contributionsYou can feel the knowledge that is contained inside this building! Well reconstructed (they were still doing renovations), beautiful, immense and with nice details.Written 13 September 2020This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- JXXXRUnited Kingdom4,896 contributionsJesuitekirche is a nice church located in the old town in Heidelberg. The Church is nicer than most, however it is nowhere near as stunning as the best in Europe. This is worth visiting if you're in the Old Town already.Written 25 September 2020This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
Frequently Asked Questions about Heidelberg
- The top attractions to visit in Heidelberg are:
- Schloss Heidelberg
- Philosopher’s Walk
- Altstadt (Old Town)
- Old Bridge (Karl Theodor Bridge)
- Konigstuhl Funicular (Bergbahn)
- The best outdoor activities in Heidelberg according to Tripadvisor travellers are: See all outdoor activities in Heidelberg on Tripadvisor
- The best day trips from Heidelberg according to Tripadvisor travellers are:
- Heidelberg Half-Day Trip from Frankfurt
- On tour with a friend and his Mercedes S-Class - true first-class service
- Heidelberg and Rothenburg Day Trip from Frankfurt
- Heidelberg and Nuremberg Tour from Frankfurt
- Heidelberg and Baden-Baden Tour from Frankfurt
- The most popular things to do in Heidelberg with children according to Tripadvisor travellers are:
- Philosopher’s Walk
- Altstadt (Old Town)
- Schloss Heidelberg
- Thingstätte
- Old Bridge (Karl Theodor Bridge)