Heidelberg City Centre
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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.
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.
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.
Heidelberg Student Jail
Heidelberg’s 500-year-old university has seen numerous troublemakers. Take a tour of the cells used to imprison carousing students for minor offenses.
Things to do
Heidelberg: Entertaining Guided Tour to Old Town Highlights
Tour through Heidelberg in the footsteps of the night watchmen
Heidelberg: night watchman tour through the old town
Hockenheimring: Insider Tour of Legendary Racetrack
Heidelberg Old Town: Romantic Walking Tour & Game
Heidelberg: City Walk Audio Guide in 7 Languages on your Phone
Heidelberg City Centre Hotel Deals
PLAZA Premium Heidelberg
Staff Kind and Polite, clean rooms
Reviewed on Feb 15, 2026
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
Hotel Heidelberger Hof
Clean room. Great location. Very comfy beds. Front desk staff were very friendly. I will definitely stay here again
Reviewed on Dec 15, 2025
City Partner Hotel Holländer Hof
Breakfast was amazing, staff lovely and location perfect
Reviewed on Feb 22, 2026
Hotel Am Schloss
Great location, great staff, very well worth it
Reviewed on Feb 13, 2026
Hotel zum Ritter St. Georg
Excellent location for the Christmas Markets. Loved the ambience
Reviewed on Mar 1, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Heidelberg City Centre
Neuenheim
Unique features of Neuenheim include the river views and historic sites. Make a stop by Neckarwiese or Karl Theodor Bridge 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 Neckar Valley-Odenwald Nature Park.
Handschuhsheim
You'll enjoy the breweries and churches in Handschuhsheim. You might want to make time for a stop at Neckar Valley-Odenwald Nature Park or Thingstätte.
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.
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