Things to Do in Heidelberg on a Day Trip

Things to Do in Heidelberg on a Day Trip, Heidelberg, Germany

Heidelberg was always high on our list of places to see but we knew we would only have one day in Heidelberg. You see we love Castle’s and the castle at Heidelberg always looks amazing in every picture we have seen. The Castle in Heidelberg is located sitting perched up on the hill guarding the town below.

Schloss Heidelberg was priority number one of the things to do in Heidelberg for Wyld Family Travel. We only had a short time sightseeing as we made a Heidelberg day trip up from Freiburg to see the city before returning later that day. So the question remained what to see in Heidelberg in one day

If you only have one day in Heidelberg’s head straight for the tourist information centre. You can access Heidelberg tourist info experts all the year round at the Main Train Station and in the Old Town. The staff will provide you with any information needed for things to do in Heidelberg Monday through Saturday. The Heidelberg tourist info centre is in the Heidelberg City Hall on Market Square in the Old Heidelberg area. Grab your Heidelberg map, maybe a Heidelberg card and head off to find the amazing Heidelberg attractions.

We concentrated our time on old Heidelberg to cover all of the Heidelberg points of interest. We started at the Heidelberg Old Town or the Altstadt as it is called in Germany and we walked down to Market Square first. Like most old towns, this square is full of activity markets and such going on, some of the best Heidelberg Germany restaurants are located around here. ...... (follow the instructions below for accessing the rest of this article).
How it works: The full article is featured in the app "GPSmyCity: Walks in 1K+ Cities" on Apple App Store and Google Play Store. Download the app to your mobile device to read the article offline and create a self-guided walking tour to visit the sights featured in this article. The app's navigation functions guide you from one sight to the next. The app works offline, so no data plan is needed when traveling abroad.

Download The GPSmyCity App

Sights Featured in This Article

Guide Name: Things to Do in Heidelberg on a Day Trip
Guide Location: Germany » Heidelberg
Guide Type: Self-guided Walking Tour (Insider Tips)
Author: Mark Wyld
Read it on Author's Website: https://wyldfamilytravel.com/things-to-do-in-heidelberg/
Sight(s) Featured in This Guide:
  • Heidelberg City Hall
  • Market Square
  • Church of the Holy Spirit
  • Alte brucke Heidelberg
  • Vetters Brauhaus
  • Heidelberg Castle
  • Funicular
  • Starbucks

Insider Tips for Heidelberg, Germany

Top Things to Do in Heidelberg in Winter

Top Things to Do in Heidelberg in Winter

Heidelberg, Germany, is a charming destination year-round, but it becomes a magical winter wonderland when the colder months roll in. Designated a UNESCO City of Literature within UNESCO’s Creative Cities Network, Heidelberg is nestled on the banks of the Neckar River and is home to Germany’s oldest university.
The Definitive Guide to Heidelberg

The Definitive Guide to Heidelberg

Oh Heidelberg, how thou have but stolen my heart! Ok, ok, perhaps I’ve been talking about Shakespeare too much with students, but tis’ true! Ich hab’ mein Herz in Heidelberg verloren in 2007 and I never got it back! As one of Germany’s most romantic towns,
The Top 10 Attractions of Romantic Heidelberg

The Top 10 Attractions of Romantic Heidelberg

Heidelberg is a mid-size town, but its compact city centre and surroundings offers so much to the visitor.
The city has a rich and complex history, elegant and distinctive architecture, and is renowned through Germany and beyond for its vibrant student life – it is home to Germany’s oldest university.
What To See In Enchanting Heidelberg

What To See In Enchanting Heidelberg

With so much to see, Heidelberg is said to be one of the most visited cities in Europe. While we did notice that there were quite a few groups at the castle, the rest of the enchanting old centre didn’t feel too busy. Having said that, there is a reason why the castle is busy; it is a wonderful medieval castle, and that is where you should begin your visit.
When in Heidelberg, Here is What You Must See

When in Heidelberg, Here is What You Must See

Heidelberg is the kind of place that holds you with its simplicity and elegance. Only a short drive away from Frankfurt, this beautiful historical city that was completely spared the Allied Bombings in WWII is an absolute must-visit for every visitor or resident.
Top Places to Visit in Heidelberg in Winter

Top Places to Visit in Heidelberg in Winter

Being on the most popular tourist destinations list in Germany, it’s also a university city, a stronghold of literature (since the end of 2014, Heidelberg is UNESCO City of Literature) and a very romantic city.
Insider Tips Overview