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TicketMobile or paper ticket accepted
LanguagesGerman, English
Group sizeUp to 25 travelers
Overview
You will learn about:
History of the Germany’s oldest university
Prominent thinkers associated with the University
Pope Urban VI, Student Jail, Philosophers' Walk
You will see:
The Old Town
The Church of the Holy Spirit
The University
Options
April - October (English)
2018 - 2019 extra
What's included
Public guided Tour
Gratuities (recommended)
Entrance fees
What to expect
Altstadt (Old Town)
30m · Admission ticket not included
In the Old Town, the heart of the city life, experience the wonderful combination of old and new buildings, narrow streets, market squares, arts, history, science, shopping, eating and relaxing. The main road through the Old Town one of the longest pedestrian zones in Europe and is where most of the shopping is centered.
Church of the Holy Ghost (Heiliggeistkirche)
30m · Admission ticket not included
Have a look at the Church of the Holy Spirit the most famous church in Heidelberg, one of the few buildings in the city to survive the many wars during the past centuries.
Alte Universitaet
30m · Admission ticket not included
Pass by the local University and learn how it was founded in 1386 on instruction of Pope Urban VI, Heidelberg is Germany's oldest university and one of the world's oldest surviving universities. Don’t miss a visit to the Student Jail. Students were detained here for minor offences such as disturbing the peace, and so were still allowed to attend their lectures – as long as they returned when their class was over. In use between 1778 and 1914, the walls of the jail are filled with the incarcerated students’ writings, images, and portraits.
Meeting and pickup
Meeting point
Neckarmünzplatz, in front of the Tourist Information, Neckarmünzplatz, 69117 Heidelberg, Germany
End point
Additional information
Wheelchair accessible
Public transportation options are available nearby
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
