Nördliche Altstadt Travel Guide
Rostock
Visit Nördliche Altstadt
Popular places to visit
Kröpeliner Tor
Once an essential part of the city’s fortifications, this tower is now best known for its brick Gothic architecture and the local history group that meets inside.
Town Hall Rostock
Behind its pink façade, this historic civic building conceals treasures, from Hanseatic murals to a medieval restaurant and a secret snake statue bringing good luck.
New Market
Start your day of explorations in Rostock at this large pedestrian-only plaza, lined with restaurants and historic buildings that make for pretty photos.
Rostock Christmas Market
You can search for that perfect souvenir at Rostock Christmas Market during your visit to Rostock. Stroll along the area's beaches or simply enjoy its bars.
Stone Gate
Learn about the various insignias of the Hanseatic League and their meanings, as well as stories of Rostock’s past, at this former part of the city wall.
Kröpeliner Strasse & Universitätsplatz
You can find out about the history of Rostock with a trip to Kröpeliner Strasse & Universitätsplatz. While you're in the area, stroll along the marina.
Top hotels in Nördliche Altstadt
ScanHotels City
clean room, friendly staff and a great location
Reviewed on 26 Jan 2026
pentahotel Rostock
Staff was very slow and at times unfriendly
Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026
Hotel Am Hopfenmarkt
Convenient location in city centre. Easy access to Central station by public transport.
Reviewed on 29 Aug 2025
Vienna House by Wyndham Sonne Rostock
A lovely hotel - above expectations and very good value for money. The rooms were clean and spacious, the breakfast was good (especially the loose tea selection). The hotel was generally of a high standard and the staff were very attentive. I would recommend and return.
Reviewed on 5 Mar 2026
Land-gut-Hotel Hermann
IntercityHotel Rostock
Clean room comfortable bed helpful check in staff great for station
Reviewed on 11 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Nördliche Altstadt
City Harbor
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in City Harbor and surrounding area, you can visit New Market and Town Hall Rostock.
Stadtmitte
Unique features of Stadtmitte include the historical sites and bars. Make a stop by Town Hall Rostock or New Market while you're exploring the area.
Östliche Altstadt
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Östliche Altstadt and surrounding area, you can visit Town Hall Rostock and New Market.
Steintor-Vorstadt
Though Steintor-Vorstadt may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Town Hall Rostock and New Market.
Warnemünde
Well liked for its beaches and restaurants, Warnemünde is worth a visit. Check out the variety of things to see and do like Warnemünde Cruise Center and Warnemunde Lighthouse, and jump on the metro at Warnemuende Station to get around the city.
Hohe Düne
You'll enjoy the beaches and restaurants in Hohe Düne. You might want to make time for a stop at Marina Warnemuende or Hohe Düne Beach.
