Guided Tours

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

Neuschwanstein Castle exterior surrounded by lush green forest in Bavaria, Germany.

Horse-drawn carriage in snow near Neuschwanstein Castle, Germany.

Visitors descending stairs at Neuschwanstein Castle, Germany.

Tourists taking a selfie with Neuschwanstein Castle in the background, Bavaria, Germany.

Duration

3 hr

Open today

10:00am - 04:00pm

Guided tour

Transfers included

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.

4.5/5

(259)

Anastasiu

Aug 2025

Verified booking

5/5

A very good experience for Neuschwanstein Castle - the tour was done in the first hours of the visit; I would say it was quite comfortable, considering that the place is very crowded and the official tour of the castle is strict and quite limited - 30 minutes with a brief presentation of the rooms; Our experience was wonderful thanks to our guide, Miss Caroline, who gave us an exciting story about the schwab territory and the historical events in the life of the eccentric Bavarian king.

Stephanie

Oct 2025

Verified booking

5/5

We had an excellent tour guided by Stephen, truly passionate, knowledgeable and captivating! We loved the whole first part of the tour with him. The interior of the castle, with the audioguide, was a little less interesting in comparison - hard to compete with such a good guide! Fortunately, Stephen was waiting for us at the exit to complete the tour, and he made every story come alive and fascinating. Truly a superb experience!

Edward

Oct 2025

Verified booking

5/5

Caroline, the guide, was very competent, good story teller, with fun and spirit. The trip was well organized. From the bus to the castle, the entry procedure, the horse carriage tour back down all perfect. The timing was to the point, the trip lastet 3 hours and no short cuts were made. Thanks!

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".

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

Transfers

These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

4.5
259 reviews
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What our guests say
Stephanie
Oct 2025
Verified booking
5/5
We had an excellent tour guided by Stephen, truly passionate, knowledgeable and captivating! We loved the whole first part of the tour with him. The interior of the castle, with the audioguide, was a little less interesting in comparison - hard to compete with such a good guide! Fortunately, Stephen was waiting for us at the exit to complete the tour, and he made every story come alive and fascinating. Truly a superb experience!
Edward
Oct 2025
Verified booking
5/5
Caroline, the guide, was very competent, good story teller, with fun and spirit. The trip was well organized. From the bus to the castle, the entry procedure, the horse carriage tour back down all perfect. The timing was to the point, the trip lastet 3 hours and no short cuts were made. Thanks!
Allissa
Oct 2025
Verified booking
5/5
Stephen was a great tour guide, telling us stories and entertaining us woth history at the same time. He got us to our spots on time and took care of us. Would have him as a tour guide again.
Juergen
Oct 2025
Verified booking
5/5
Organization was great, the guide Stephen informed us about everything and had considerable historical knowledge. I can only recommend it.
Matthew
Oct 2025
Verified booking
3/5
The views of the castle from Mary's bridge and the inside castle tour.

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!

Neuschwanstein Castle

Monday	10:00am - 04:00pm	last entry 03:30pm
Tuesday	10:00am - 04:00pm	last entry 03:30pm
Wednesday	10:00am - 04:00pm	last entry 03:30pm
Thursday	10:00am - 04:00pm	last entry 03:30pm
Friday	10:00am - 04:00pm	last entry 03:30pm
Saturday	10:00am - 04:00pm	last entry 03:30pm
Sunday	10:00am - 04:00pm	last entry 03:30pm

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.

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.

Meeting point

Meet your guide at Parkplatz P3.

Address: Alpseestraße 1, 87645 Schwangau, Germany.

Get directions to the meeting point