Heidelberg Things to Do

When the ambitious Friedrich V., Bohemia's Winter King, became Prince Elector in 1610, his predecessors had already made use of every inch of the courtyard. To add another building Friedrich V. (who in 1613 married Elizabeth St... more

The museum of the University of Heidelberg is situated in the Old University and documents the history of Germany's oldest higher education facility. The three display rooms show the history from its foundation in 1386 until 17... more

Since 1934 the Heidelberg Zoo has been one of the leisure time attractions for young and old (children in particular are keen on the animals and the playground which is even Heidelberg's largest). On the site (800 acres) visito... more

On the North banks of the river Neckar you can see the silhouette of the Heiligenberg, which at 440m is not all that high. The Philosophenweg (philosopher's road) that lies at its foot offers many good viewpoints on Heidelberg.... more

This pleasant bakery and bistro serves up a nice selection of soups and sandwiches. Try a freshly baked roll with chicken, salami, egg, chicken breast, sheep cheese, mozzarella, camembert, or salmon, or some combination thereof... more

This lively bar is located just off the main street (Hauptstraße) in Heidelberg. Late in the evening, especially on weekends, it tends to be packed with a young and trendy crowd, who come to talk, listen, and sway to the modern... more

Downstairs from the Kurpfälzisches Museum Restaurant, this little drink cellar is a lively spot on weekends. There is a light menu of Spanish and South American food available, and the best option, many find, is to order rounds... more

This coffee and tea shop offers a huge selection of products to take home with you, but you can also grab a cup to enjoy there or as you stroll. As might be expected of a place dedicated to coffee, a fine cup awaits you. In fac... more

Völkerkundemuseum der J. & E. von Portheim-Stiftung Heidelberg (V.P.S.T) was founded in 1919 and is nowadays located in the Palais Weimar. The permanent exhibition documents the culture of the Asmat in New Guinea. Several rooms... more

Städtische Bühne is a theatrical venue, located in scenic Heidelberg. This theater hosts the best of operas, classical music concerts, ballets and dramas all throughout the year. The most prominent cultural events of the city a... more