Visit Neuschwanstein Castle on a half-day skip-the-line tour from Hohenschwangau, hop on a shuttle bus to Mary´s Bridge for some marvelous pictures. After hearing the history from an expert local guide. learning all about King Ludwig II, for whom Neuschwanstein was built. then head to the fairy-tale castle for the inside tour, enjoy a horse-drawn carriage ride back to the village of Hohenschwangau, stroll around Lake Alpsee and enjoy the rest of your day on your own.