Heidelberg and Rothenburg Day Trip from Frankfurt | 9 hours 30 minutes

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Heidelberg and Rothenburg Day Trip from Frankfurt
2 Adults x $296.04
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Inclusions / Exclusions

  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: German, English
  • Professional guide
  • Air-conditioned vehicle
  • Entrance fee Heidelberg Castle
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Food and drinks
  • Gratuities

Overview

Explore the medieval cities of Heidelberg and Rothenburg ob der Tauber on a day trip from Frankfurt! Traveling with an expert guide, you’ll learn about the history and culture of both cities during a mix of walking tours and free time. Walk through the ruins of Heidelberg Castle, see charming half-timbered houses and well-preserved city walls in Rothenburg, and then visit St Jacob’s Church, a 500-year-old place of worship.

Meeting points

Departure at 09:30 am / Frankfurt, Wiesenhuettenplatz 38 / SIDEWALK Your guide will pick you up there! Meeting time: always 10 minutes before departure Take note: Do not enter the hotel Le Meridien at this place, we do not pick up in the hotel lobby and also not directly at the entrance.

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

  • Schloss Heidelberg

    Our journey begins with a delighted morning tour to romantic Heidelberg. Known as one of the most beautiful cities in Germany, Heidelberg lies on the River Neckar and it is an everlasting favorite among international tourists. Explore of the world famous castle (partially in ruins) with its impressing Gothic and Renaissance buildings. We show you the large courtyard, the mighty terrace and one of the largest wine barrels in the world, the “Heidelberg Tun”.

  • Altstadt (Old Town) (Pass By)

    Take a walk in the medieval town center and marvel at the Old Bridge, Karlstor, the Church of the Holy Spirit, House of the Knights with its precious Renaissance facade and small lanes with half-timbered houses. The city hosts the oldest university of Germany.

  • St. Jakobskirche (Pass By)

    We continue our journey to the best-preserved medieval town in Germany - Rothenburg ob der Tauber high above the Tauber River Valley on the Romantic Road. We will go for a sightseeing walk through the picturesque old lanes and the castle gardens: See St. Jacobs Church with the wood carved altar by Tilman Riemenschneider.

  • Rothenburg Town Hall (Rathaus) (Pass By)

    Marvel at half-timbered houses, city gates and the mighty Renaissance Town Hall. In your leisure time visit the fascinating Medieval Crime Museum, Doll and Toy museum, German Christmas Museum and many more.

Sample Menu

Additional Info

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Specialized infant seats are available
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
  • Infants and children must sit in a child seat, which means they need a separate seat, no matter which age (legal regulation)

Free Cancellation

February 06100% refund
February 07No refund

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Reviews

3.9

71 reviews

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