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Free Cancellation
June 11100% refund
June 12No refund
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Self Guided Walk Through Historic Heidelberg
2 Adults x $5.99
$11.98
Approx Total
$11.98
Inclusions / Exclusions
Mobile ticket
Offered in: English
Get unlimited, lifetime use of this tour, before your booking date and after it
The virtual playback option, so you can listen to this tour like an audiobook from anywhere
Offline access to audio, maps, and geodata
Flexibility to explore at your own pace with a self-guided GPS tour
Directions to the starting point so that when you’re in the right place, the tour will start
Smartphone and headphones (Please bring your own)
Overview
Experience the magic of GPS playback on this immersive stroll through Heidelberg. On this self-guided audio tour, you'll find Baroque beauty and a fortune-telling monkey in this historic student town. What makes Heidelberg so unique, and why does it exude a charm distinct from other German towns? As you wander the narrow streets, these answers will unfold in its Old Town‘s storied passageways. You‘ll learn about the French troops who once reduced Heidelberg to ashes, only for the city to be reborn as an architectural wonderland. I‘ll tell you how Heidelberg was impacted by World War II, and you‘ll see the poignant book-burning memorial and the site of the old Jewish synagogue. You‘ll also pass the new and old university buildings and hear about some of their donors. On this tour, you'll develop a greater appreciation for the history, architecture, and legends of Heidelberg. As you‘re guided through the streets, you‘ll be passing by plenty of places to eat and drink
Meeting points
The tour starts at Old Town Apotheke.
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
Itinerary
Market Square (Marktplatz) (Pass By)
Start your journey at the bustling Marktplatz, the heart of Heidelberg’s Old Town, surrounded by historic buildings and vibrant cafés.
N/A (Pass By)
Pass by the Church of the Holy Spirit, a striking medieval church that played a significant role in Heidelberg's religious history during the Holy Roman Empire.
N/A (Pass By)
Wander through the narrow and picturesque Steingasse, a charming street that leads to the iconic Old Bridge.
N/A (Pass By)
Enjoy a beautiful view of Heidelberg Castle from the Old Bridge, a historic stone bridge with a fascinating story about its destruction and reconstruction.
Bruckenaffe (Pass By)
Encounter the intriguing bronze monkey statue at the Old Bridge, believed to bring different fates depending on where you touch it, and hear the legend behind it.
N/A (Pass By)
Reflect at the Heidelberg Old Synagogue Memorial, a poignant site commemorating the city's Jewish community and the tragic events of World War II.
N/A (Pass By)
Admire the Heidelberg University Library, a prominent building showcasing Wilhelmian architectural style and housing an extensive collection of academic works.
Hexenturm (Pass By)
Gaze upon the Hexenturm, an old medieval witch’s tower incorporated into the new university building, blending history with modernity.
Studentenkarzer (Pass By)
Discover the fascinating history of the Studentenkarzer, a student prison used to contain unruly students, and learn about its notable inmates.
N/A (Pass By)
Stroll along Hauptstraße, the main pedestrian street filled with shops, cafés, and cultural delights, embodying the spirit of Heidelberg’s Old Town.
Hotel Zum Ritter (Pass By)
End your tour at the Hotel zum Ritter, an exquisite Renaissance building and one of Heidelberg’s most famous landmarks, showcasing the city’s rich architectural heritage.
Sample Menu
Additional Info
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Free Cancellation
June 11100% refund
June 12No refund
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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