Guided Tours

From Hohenschwangau: Skip-The-Line Ticket to Neuschwanstein Castle with a Guide

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Tourists on the stairs of Neuschwanstein Castle

Tourists in front of Neuschwanstein Castle

Experience Neuschwanstein Castle's magic with skip-the-line tickets, an expert-guided tour, a scenic Mary’s Bridge trip, and a charming horse carriage ride.

Highlights

Discover the magical Neuschwanstein Castle, the fairytale castle that inspired Disney's Sleeping Beauty Castle and soak in its grandeur.
An expert guide accompanies you, divulging fascinating tales of King Ludwig II and the castle's Romanesque, Gothic, and Byzantine Revival architectural styles.
As part of the tour, a bus trip up to Mary's Bridge offers a scenic viewpoint with panoramic views of the castle and rugged Alps - an unmatched photo opportunity.
Delight in a charming horse carriage ride downhill (when operational), ending your castle visit on a high note – a unique experience that not all tours offer.
Fun fact: Neuschwanstein Castle was used in several movies, including "Chitty Chitty Bang Bang" and "The Great Escape".

Inclusions

3-hour tour from Hohenschwangau to Neuschwanstein Castle
Skip-the-line tickets to Neuschwanstein Castle
Expert English-speaking guide
Bus transfer to Mary’s Bridge (when operational)
Carriage ride (when operational)
Local taxes

Exclusions

Transfers

Cancellation policy

You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

Reviews

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Russell

5/5

Nov, 2024

What an enlightening experience! I've taken the "normal" tour of Neuchwanstein and learned one tenth of what I did on this guided tour. Thoroughly enjoyable!

Gary

5/5

Nov, 2024

The tour and guide were outstanding. Even with the fog, the stories and tour was well worth the money. And we WILL book again...(when it's not so foggy). Thanks!

Piers

5/5

Nov, 2024

Carolyn was a wonderful guide. Her knowledge of history and storytelling skills were excellent. The tour was just the right length.

Isaac

5/5

Oct, 2024

The amazing castle and its surrounding beautiful scenery with changing color trees, distant lakes, blue sky- it is a dream castle with surrounding beauties right before my eyes.

Jennifer

5/5

Oct, 2024

We got the tickets last minute when we found out that you can't get inside the castle without a guided tour. We are so glad we did!!! Our tour guide Stephen was exceptionally knowledgeable about the castle's history and had tons of fun facts and stories. In addition he was very friendly and gave us insider information about where to take pictures and how to best navigate the castle once inside. The carriage ride at the end was amazing as well.

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Your experience

Fairy-tale dream at Neuschwanstein Castle

Enter into a world of fantasy and fairy tales, with a visit to the magnificent Neuschwanstein Castle in the beauty-laced village of Hohenschwangau, Southern Germany. This tour lays out the royal carpet, taking you right into the heart of history with a professional guide who will unravel the castle's captivating past around King Ludwig II and his love for Wagner's operas. The castle, an architectural marvel, is a blend of medieval romanticism, high Gothic, and Byzantine architecture, each room echoing a unique theme from Wagner's operas.

With a skip-the-line service, wave goodbye to long queues, and say hello to direct access to this stunning castle. But that's not all! You also get to hop onto a bus to Mary’s Bridge (operational conditions permitting), a viewpoint offering a breathtaking panorama of the castle and the rugged Alpine surroundings. To top it all, wrap up your visit with a delightful downhill horse carriage ride, a perfect ending to your fairy-tale expedition (subject to operational conditions).

This ticket ensures priority access, making your tour efficient and worth every moment. And for those last-minute plans, worry not, as there's a chance to secure tickets even when they're sold out at Neuschwanstein itself. So, get ready to step into a fairy tale with us!

Know before you go

What's not allowed

Keep in mind alcohol and luggage or large bags are not allowed on this experience. Pack wisely!

Accessibility

This experience is not accessible by wheelchair and pram/strollers.
Choose safety and comfort: This experience is not the best fit for cardiac issues or people with mobility impairments.

Additional information

Bring along weather-appropriate clothing for this trip.
If snow is on the road, the shuttle bus to Mary’s Bridge will not operate, and Mary's Bridge will be closed. You will need to walk up to the castle.
It is recommended for travelers to be in moderate physical shape.
The tour operates only in English.
Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Participants must be able to walk up and down hills and stairs.
Please note that as long as the shuttle is not running, we will have to walk up to the castle.
Note: This ticket includes more than just admission tickets—enjoy transfers, a guide, and castle entry for a complete tour experience.

My tickets

Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.
Please arrive at the meeting point 15 mins before the scheduled time of your tour to avoid any delays.
Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the meeting point.