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Private Heidelberg Tour: Explore the City's History with Night Watchmen
Heidelberg
The night guard shares captivating tales about his experiences in the night-time lanes of Heidelberg, the city’s history, its roads and city squares, its native notables, characters and the wonderful stories. A deeply informative and enjoyable private journey across time.
Duration:
1 hour, 30 minutes
Cancellation:
1 day
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Highlights
- Church of the Holy Ghost (Heiliggeistkirche) - Late Gothic town church, the place where Heidelberg University was founded
- Kornmarkt - “Kornmarktmadonna”, symbol of the Counter Reformation in the Electoral Palatinate
- Carl’s Square (Karlsplatz) - The most beautiful view from the city of the world-famous castle ruins over Heidelberg
- Leyergasse - former red tanner district of the city
- Old Bridge (Karl Theodor Bridge) - A landmark of the city with a view of the Odenwald, Rhine valley, Neckar valley and castle ruins.
- Market Square (Marktplatz) - Central square in the old town with many cafes and restaurants, framed by the town hall and baroque town houses.
- Hotel Zum Ritter - Beautiful Renaissance building from the 16th century
- Bruckenaffe - “What are you gazing at me here? Have you not seen the old monkey at Heydelberg / Go back and forth / There you will find more of my like”
- Town Hall (Rathaus) - Baroque magnificent building in the heart of the old town
What's Included
- History of Heidelberg and the Electoral Palatinate
- History of Heidelberg Castle and its residents
- History of the night watchman in the Electoral Palatinate
Location
Herkulesbrunnen Heidelberg
The Hercules Fountain is on the market square in Heidelberg's old town. On request, another meeting point in the old town can be determined.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
