Schwerin Old Town Travel Guide
Schwerin
Visit Schwerin Old Town
Popular places to visit
Schwerin Cathedral
One of Germany’s earliest brick Gothic buildings also has Mecklenburg’s tallest steeple, which offers a 360-degree panorama of Schwerin and its surroundings.
State Museum Schwerin
From medieval altars to Old Masters to contemporary work, this museum and its neoclassical home are the highlights of a cultural trip to Germany’s Mecklenburg region.
Schleswig-Holstein-Haus
You can spend time exploring the galleries in Schleswig-Holstein-Haus during your travels in Schwerin. While you're in the area, stroll along the lakeside.
Schlosspark-Center
You can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Schlosspark-Center during your trip to Schwerin. While you're in the area, stroll along the lakeside.
Mecklenburgisches Staatstheater
You can make plans for a show at Mecklenburgisches Staatstheater on your trip to Schwerin. While you're in the area, stroll along the lakeside.
Schelfkirche
Find out about the history of Schwerin with a stop at Schelfkirche. While you're in the area, stroll along the lakeside.
Top hotels in Schwerin Old Town
Boulevard Hotel Altstadt Schwerin
Weinhaus Wöhler
"Bilingual staff, clean rooms, great restaurant in hotel with traditional German food, great breakfast"
Reviewed on 6 Oct 2025
Pension am Schloss
"The late check in (past 7pm) was at the bar. It created an interesting reception. Pleasantly surprised with the spacious and clean accommodation though. Check out during their usual hours was much more what I expected."
Reviewed on 30 Mar 2025
Weinhaus Uhle
"Very nice room. Excellent restaurant in the middle of the city. The only challenge was the receptionist. I'm not sure she likes her job."
Reviewed on 26 Apr 2026
Van der Valk Hotel Hamburg-Wittenburg
Hanse House Wismar
"Charming inn in a delightful town. Checking in and out was easy, the staff were friendly and knowledgeable, and the room itself was very comfortable. We'll be back!"
Reviewed on 27 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Schwerin Old Town
Ostorf
You'll enjoy the monuments and shopping in Ostorf. You might want to make time for a stop at Lake Schwerin or Heckengarten.
