Germany · CASTLE & PALACE TOURS IN FRANKFURT
Good castle & palace tours in Frankfurt fill up weeks ahead and the great ones go first. Below: the 6 to book early, what each includes and how they differ.
Travel from Frankfurt to Heidelberg with an English-speaking guide such as Thomas, Peter, George, or Willy. Tour the castle courtyard, terrace, ruins, and giant wine barrel, then walk Heidelberg’s old center before free time for lunch, shopping, and photos.
“Thomas was a great guide, very informative. Had a great group of people on our tour which made it better too. Highly recommend”
Travel from central Frankfurt to Heidelberg with an English or German-speaking guide such as Peter, Thomas, or Willie. Tour the hilltop castle, see its huge wine barrel and Neckar views, then walk Heidelberg’s Old Town with free time for lunch, shopping, and photos.
“The driver and guide were not very friendly or welcoming on arrival at the meeting point. They seemed bored. Then the guide George waited 15 mins over the start time for some people who, it turned out, were already on the bus?!!!??? He had already received them but...? So we got under way finally and he did not invite us to introduce ourselves so the group never chatted and it set the tone for the day . George told us some general information on the way about Frankfurt and Heidelburg which was interesting but he spoke very fast. Like he was trying to get it over with. The rest of…”
Travel from Frankfurt by air-conditioned van to Heidelberg with an English and German-speaking guide. Visit the castle, see its giant wine barrel and city views, then walk through the old town toward the Old Bridge, Karlstor, and Heiliggeistkirche. Guides Michael and Stefan may lead the day.
“The tour is great and the historical information shared on the way there in addition to at the site was marvelous! The castle is beautiful and the level of detail shared about its origins and architecture was superb and the free time in the city itself was a bonus!!”
Spend about 13.5 hours traveling from Frankfurt to Neuschwanstein Castle and Rothenburg ob der Tauber. You get castle admission, an English or German speaking guide, transport, and a short walking tour of Rothenburg. Guides such as Peter, Thomas, Ken, and Jack have earned especially warm praise.
“It is not what they say, you are hiring a driver (hugh profesional, no problems with the driver) not a guide. I reach there and I had to wait in a Hotel reception around 3 hours before I get the entrance, and the entrance time was still 2 hours in advance, So I lost 5 hours of the trip just waiting plus 8 hours travel means that I lost 13 hours of the trip and just enjoyed one in the castle. Of course, forget about going to Rothenburg, we where completely out of time by thime I leave the castle. I paid almost 300€, for a one hour visit worth…”
Travel from Frankfurt to Eltz Castle by bus or minivan with an English- or German-speaking guide. Tour original rooms, the medieval kitchen, Knight’s Hall, armory, and treasury, then stop for dinner beside the river before returning. Drivers Thomas and Ralph have been singled out for their helpful commentary.
“This trip was professionally organised and travel vehicle was VIP standard. Our guide was very attentive to our needs and ensured we were lined up correctly for the castle tour. Our guide was also informative of historical facts on Germany. The Castle is a great place to visit, castle tour guide was passionate on his subject, the castle is well cared for and a very interesting museum. A must see!!!!”
Travel from Frankfurt to Hohenzollern Castle in a small group of up to eight. An English-speaking guide, with driver Mike among the team, leads you through the ramparts, courtyard, towers, and royal rooms. Allow 10.5 hours, bring snacks, and expect a long but rewarding day.
“We’re so glad we went on this trip! Our driver, Mike was great. Thanks again!”
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