Heidelberg City Centre
Heidelberg
Visit Heidelberg City Centre
Popular places to visit
Heidelberg Castle
This ruined Renaissance castle stands majestically on a hilltop and presents incredible views of the Neckar Valley from its beautiful garden.
Marktplatz
Go for a stroll and view the pretty heritage streetscape around Heidelberg’s traditional market square, which is anchored by an impressive Gothic church.
University of Heidelberg Old Campus
With some of the city’s most historically and architecturally interesting sites, Germany’s oldest university forms the beating heart of the Heidelberg Altstadt.
Church of the Holy Spirit
Enjoy superb views of Heidelberg’s Old Town from the tower of this 14th-century church, which took nearly 150 years to build.
Heidelberg University Library
Whether you come to study, read or simply take a walk around an impressive building, the principal library of the University of Heidelberg is a fascinating place to visit.
Brass Monkey
Legend says this statue serves as a reminder to those crossing the river that they are no better than the person coming from the opposite side.
Things to do
Heidelberg Castle and City Day Tour from Frankfurt
Heidelberg Tour incl. Castle entrance & Wine barrel
Tour through Heidelberg in the footsteps of the night watchmen
Heidelberg: Sightseeing Boat Tour with Mulled Wine
Heidelberg: Neckar River Sightseeing Boat Tour with Drink
Hockenheimring: Insider Tour of Legendary Racetrack
Top hotels in Heidelberg City Centre
PLAZA Premium Heidelberg
nice room
Reviewed on Dec 27, 2025
City Partner Hotel Holländer Hof
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay here! They were hospitable, helpful & the hotel is centrally located. Highly recommend!
Reviewed on Dec 23, 2025
Hotel & Restaurant Hackteufel
nice room in heart of old town. great for christmas markets
Reviewed on Dec 18, 2025
Hotel zum Ritter St. Georg
Great service in a classic European hotel
Reviewed on Dec 24, 2025
Hotel Am Rathaus
Great breakfast variety in a very nice breakfast room. Hotel was in a great location, walkable to everything, close to the river and castle. Our room was a little noisy as it faced the street, but didn’t keep me awake.
Reviewed on Oct 18, 2025
Hotel Europäischer Hof Heidelberg
This is a family run, first class hotel. The staff are efficient and friendly. The guest rooms we had were just first rate. A suite is really a suite. You cannot buy or manufacture old world European charm and hospitality. At this property these qualities are 4 generations in the making. This hotel ...
Reviewed on Dec 14, 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Heidelberg City Centre
Neuenheim
Unique features of Neuenheim include the river views and historic sites. Make a stop by Neckarwiese or Philosophenweg while you're exploring the area.
Weststadt
Weststadt is noteworthy for its historic sites, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Neckar Valley-Odenwald Nature Park and Schatzkammer.
Bergheim
Travelers choose Bergheim for its ample dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Heidelberg (West) Central Station Tram Stop or Heidelberg Seegarten Tram Stop and check out top sights like Körperwelten Museum.
Handschuhsheim
You'll enjoy the breweries and churches in Handschuhsheim. You might want to make time for a stop at Thingstätte or Neckar Valley-Odenwald Nature Park.
Südstadt
While Südstadt isn't home to many top sights, Neckarwiese and Heidelberg University Library are some notable places to visit nearby.
Bahnstadt
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Bahnstadt and surrounding area, you can visit Heidelberg Zoo and Neckarwiese.
