Location: Mannheim
Top Things to do in Mannheim
Top 10 Tours in Mannheim, Baden-Wurttemberg
Baden-Wurttemberg’s second-largest city after Stuttgart, Mannheim lies at the confluence of the Rhine and Neckar Rivers and is rare among German cities for its layout, a grid pattern (or “quadrates”) similar to those found in North America. The grid was originally plotted in 1606 and emanated from Friedrichsburg fortress, which later became the site of Mannheim Palace. Today, it partly houses the University of Mannheim. The city’s iconic water tower and its beautiful Luisenpark are must-sees.
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1. Visit the place of your service
After the end of the Second World War, several divisions of the US Army were permanently stationed in West Germany. At the time of the Cold War, there were constantly more than 200,000 US soldiers. For taking a trip into your past, this tour is just perfect for you! Heidelberg is the ideal starting point for such a trip, as the majority of the US troops were stationed within a radius of just 50 miles around Heidelberg. If you go to "What To Expect" you may find more than 130 relevant sites including the names of barracks and other US facilities. The name of my boutique-style chauffeur and limousine service is "a friend in heidelberg". Many guests of mine told me that this very name is the perfect choice. I was not only born in the famous historical city of Heidelberg and know the area extremely well, but also lived and worked in the US and hence speak fluent English. If you wish I can help you with the organization of your trip ahead of time. You will be chauffeured in a Mercedes S-Class, virtually a private jet for the road, equipped with all state-of-the-art features.
Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Bottled water, Coffee and/or Tea, Parking Fees, Private transportation, Soda/Pop, WiFi on board
Exclusions: Travel exceeding the mileage allotment of 20 kilometers per hour will be charged with 1.00 € per kilometer.
Reviewed By 645bernadetter
Manfred is the BEST! He will go 'over & above' to make sure that you have the best tour possible. He is smart, interesting, fun and very knowledgeable. If we make it back to Germany, we will be sure to ask for another tour with Manfred!
2. Art and Culture in Mannheim with a Local
This Experience is provided by a private local. Find out the different cultural and artistic characteristics that makes this city unique, and enjoy the buzzing community and city ambience! Whether you are visiting Mannheim as a returning tourist who wants to get to know the city a bit better, or if this is your first time, this Experience is for you! While walking the streets of Mannheim and looking at the amazing, unique street art, or getting to know more about the city’s galleries and museums, you will hear about street-art artists as well as contemporary artists and their close connection to Mannheim. I will share with you the art and cultural world of my city, where you will see, hear, and experience how colorful and multifaceted Mannheim is!
Inclusions: A Local that wants to show you his city!
Exclusions: Personal expenses during the Experience, Food, drinks or snacks
Reviewed By tinaschrader20
Very pleasant and knowledgeable guide, we did see lots of interesting places, can highly recommend him to fellow travellers
3. Architectural Walk of Mannheim with a Local
This Experience is provided by a private Local. Discover the most impressive buildings in Mannheim and learn about the history behind each of those historical buildings and structures in this invigorating architectural walk! Join me on this adventure to discover the beauty and history of the city’s most significant buildings and find out a bit more about the local culture in Germany from my perspective! During this walk, you will become better acquainted with the local architecture and at the same time, you will learn how it has changed over the years with the city becoming more contemporary while still retaining its unique character. You will get to see architecture that is baroque to modern during this walk!
Inclusions: A Local who wants to show you his city!
Exclusions: Personal expenses during the Experience, Food, Drinks or Snacks
Reviewed By tinaschrader20
Very pleasant and knowledgeable guide, we did see lots of interesting places, can highly recommend him to fellow travellers
4. Discover Mannheim in 60 Minutes with a Local
This Experience is provided by a private Local. You only have an hour to fall in love with Mannheim? Challenge accepted! Discover Mannheim during a short but sweet excursion during which you will learn the most intriguing facts about the history, the local lifestyle, and the contemporary transformation of the city. We will meet at the Water Tower and go on our stroll from there :-) Discover what the everyday life of a local looks like and learn where the city gets its characteristic ambience from, by seeing it through the eyes of a local. Walking through the city, you will discover exactly what makes Mannheim special! This is also your chance to get insider tips about the best cafes, restaurants and bars to visit during your time here, and learn how to make the most out of your visit. This is the perfect Experience for someone visiting the city for the first time or for someone that wants to rediscover it!
Inclusions: A Local who wants to show you his city!
Exclusions: Personal expenses during the Experience, Food, Drinks or Snacks
Reviewed By tinaschrader20
Very pleasant and knowledgeable guide, we did see lots of interesting places, can highly recommend him to fellow travellers
5. Historical Walk through Mannheim with a Local
This Experience is provided by a private Local. Discover the historical side of Mannheim with a passionate local who wants to share all the best kept secrets of Mannheim with you! Our excursion will start at the Wasserturm, a place full of beauty and history. Learn about how the city has grown and changed over time. From visiting the churches to discovering the history behind the Multihalle or even Capitol, discover unique sites that your ordinary tourist tour won’t show you. We always knew travelling was the best way of learning, but having a knowledgeable Local by your side to give you insider tips and share local secrets is even better! Of course, if you want to learn about something in particular or have a special interest, just let me know and I will adjust the itinerary for you!
Inclusions: A Local who wants to show you his city!
Exclusions: Personal expenses during the Experience, Food, Drinks or Snacks
Reviewed By tinaschrader20
Very pleasant and knowledgeable guide, we did see lots of interesting places, can highly recommend him to fellow travellers
6. Photogenic Mannheim with a Local
This Experience is provided by a private Local. Come with me to discover the city of Mannheim through your camera lens! Join me on this city walk for the unique opportunity of experiencing the city from an insider’s point of view and taking stunning pictures of it at the same time! Our walk will take us from the Wasserturm to the Castle. While using your camera to capture the beauty of Mannheim, you will also come across local spots and hidden gems that a typical tourist tour won’t show you. Treat your curiosity by discovering an alternative side of Mannheim and all the unique beauty it has to offer! Don't forget to book the Experience at a suitable time to have the best light possible for the pictures! You cannot leave Mannheim without having captured the beauty of the Neckar and Mannheims old City Hall!
Inclusions: A Local who wants to show you his city!
Exclusions: Personal expenses during the Experience, Food, Drinks or Snacks
Reviewed By tinaschrader20
Very pleasant and knowledgeable guide, we did see lots of interesting places, can highly recommend him to fellow travellers
7. The Instagrammable Places of Mannheim with a Local
This Experience is provided by a private Local. If you want to spice up your Instagram feed and impress your friends with stunning shots from your travels then you are at the right place! Let me show you the most beautiful and impressive spots in Mannheim and guide you with some useful tips on how to take the best photos with your phone or camera! Of course while strolling through the city and taking photos of the most unique places (like he café Vienna or the busiest street of the city) you will also get to know more about Mannheim and learn about its secrets from a local’s perspective. Join me on this adventure to give your Insta feed an upgrade! Make sure you don’t book this Experience too late, as we don’t want to miss the golden hour!
Inclusions: A Local who wants to show you his city!
Exclusions: Personal expenses during the Experience, Food, Drinks or Snacks
Reviewed By tinaschrader20
Very pleasant and knowledgeable guide, we did see lots of interesting places, can highly recommend him to fellow travellers
8. Mannheim Castle Tour
Visit Germany‘s biggest Castle & one the most sumptuous. Learn about it‘s long & fascinating history. Enjoy being in a building of great luxury, refined taste & full of beautiful art & interesting objects. Badly bombed in WW2 Mannheim Castle has been lovingly restored and provides a regal experience of Germany’s very own Versailles Castle. Plus it has the added attraction of being very lightly visited & therefore can be enjoyed in peace & tranquility.
Inclusions: Parking Fees
Exclusions: Private transportation
Reviewed By Getaway39495150094
Henry is a great guide and very good person! He even helped me book a tour of the Heidelberg museum and showed me his favourite bakery and cafe, great tips.
9. myCityHunt scavenger hunt Mannheim
myCityHunt makes Mannheim your playing field! A myCityHunt scavenger hunt gives you the opportunity to explore Mannheim on your own - without any time pressure! Our tickets are valid for 6 months after purchase, so you can redeem them on any date. You are also completely flexible in terms of time - start when you want and take breaks as you wish. On your way through Mannheim, our varied tasks not only challenge your team spirit and your expert knowledge - they also always present you with new challenges that must be mastered together. If you manage to solve enough of our active, photo and multiple choice tasks, you can immortalize yourself in the online highscore. In addition, during your scavenger hunt you will learn a lot about Mannheim, its sights and much more! Information about other features, such as your personal picture gallery can be found on our website!
Inclusions: Use of the myCityHunt WebApp and its content, Personalized ticket
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Reviewed By cljurewicz1
The game itself was really fun. The only hangup we had was it was advertised to be offered in English. The entire game was in German, even after we selected English. The game was still fun, as we used Google Translate for the clues and to navigate the game.
10. myCityHunt treasure hunt Mannheim
Would you like to experience Mannheim in a different way? myCityHunt offers you the opportunity to combine a walk through the city of squares with an interactive outdoor escape game. The old town of Mannheim becomes the scene of a criminal case that you have to solve together as a team. On your way through Mannheim's city center, you will be confronted with many exciting puzzles that you solve in fictional locations in the city. This will bring you closer to solving the criminal case, you can convict the criminal and find a digital treasure. You will receive your ticket by email immediately after purchasing it in our online shop so that you can start right away. These are valid for 6 months after purchase, so it is up to you when you go on the hunt for criminals. During your tour you are flexible in terms of time - so nothing stands in the way of a short break in a small café or a restaurant in the Electoral Palatinate.
Inclusions: Use of the myCityHunt WebApp and its content, Personalized ticket, Treasure map (must be printed out)
Exclusions:
Reviewed By cljurewicz1
The game itself was really fun. The only hangup we had was it was advertised to be offered in English. The entire game was in German, even after we selected English. The game was still fun, as we used Google Translate for the clues and to navigate the game.
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