Heidelberg City Centre
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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.
Kurpfälzisches Museum
See the history of Heidelberg and the Palatinate region come to life through exhibitions of archaeological discoveries and an extensive art collection.
Heidelberg City Centre Hotel Deals
PLAZA Premium Heidelberg
Great staff. Very friendly and helpful. Nice little bar in the lobby. Breakfast is available for a charge, but it it is good in a nice setting. Close to sightseeing and shopping.
Reviewed on 2026/3/30
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 2025/12/14
Hotel Heidelberger Hof
A coffee maker or kettle would be very good
Reviewed on 2026/3/23
City Partner Hotel Holländer Hof
Highly recommend. We cannot beat the location. If ever to return to Heidelberg II would not stay anywhere else.
Reviewed on 2026/3/19
Hotel Am Schloss
Staff are super friendly. Garden terrace has the best view of the Heidelberg Castle. Be sure to bring your camera up to the terrace in the evening.
Reviewed on 2026/3/25
Hotel zum Ritter St. Georg
The hotel is perfectly located, big rooms, high ceiling, very clean, and extremely helpful employees and management who make you feel at home. Big thanks to Mr. Sameh for his genuine hospitality. I highly recommend this hotel
Reviewed on 2026/3/14
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Other neighborhoods 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 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 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.
