Stadtbezirke I Travel Guide
Essen





Visit Stadtbezirke I
Popular places to visit

Folkwang Museum
Photography, modern art and German posters are among the themes in this museum, which combines three major collections into one wide-ranging survey.

Aalto-Musiktheater
Enjoy a night of opera or ballet in this landmark theater that incorporates contemporary architecture and state-of-the-art acoustics into its design.

Stadtgarten
Modern and innovative works of art and a pair of playgrounds grace the grassy patches of the largest and oldest park in central Essen.

Old Synagogue
Old Synagogue is just one of the places to see in Essen, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Experience the area's theatre scene and live music.

Grillo-Theater
Enjoy a performance at Grillo-Theater, a theatre with a story to tell in Essen. Experience the area's theatre scene and live music.
Philharmonie Essen
Enjoy a show at Philharmonie Essen, a theatre with a story to tell in Essen. Experience the area's theatre scene and live music.
Top hotels in Stadtbezirke I

Hotel Ambassador Essen
Hope elevators would have been bigger, rest was excellent.
Reviewed on 19 Nov 2025

Garner Hotel Essen - Handelshof by IHG
The room was quite spacious and clean. The staff was very kind and I had a great rest as the bed was really, really comfy
Reviewed on 2 Dec 2025

Maritim Hotel Düsseldorf
Very nice comfortable airport hotel- so convenient to terminal
Reviewed on 1 Dec 2025

Sheraton Duesseldorf Airport Hotel
convenient location and friendly staff
Reviewed on 2 Dec 2025

H2 Hotel Düsseldorf Seestern
Great stay
Reviewed on 2 Dec 2025

Holiday Inn Express Düsseldorf – Hauptbahnhof by IHG
No complaints
Reviewed on 3 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Stadtbezirke I

Stadtkern
Noted for its shopping and bars, there's plenty to explore in Stadtkern. Top attractions like Philharmonie Essen and International Christmas Market Essen are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Hirschlandplatz U-Bahn or Berliner Platz U-Bahn to see more of the city.

Ostviertel
You might appreciate the shopping and restaurants in Ostviertel, and if you're interested in seeing more of the area, Philharmonie Essen and International Christmas Market Essen are just a few notable stops.
Südostviertel
While Südostviertel isn't home to many top sights, International Christmas Market Essen and Philharmonie Essen are some notable places to visit nearby.

Suedviertel
Get to know Suedviertel and its many features like its bars and museums. You might want to explore sights like Folkwang Museum and Aalto-Musiktheater, and you can jump on the metro at Philharmonie U-Bahn or Bismarckplatz U-Bahn to get around the city.
Westviertel
You'll enjoy the bars and theatres in Westviertel. You might want to make time for a stop at Limbecker Platz or Colosseum Theater.

Huttrop
While Huttrop may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like International Christmas Market Essen and Philharmonie Essen.


