19 Things To Do In Stuttgart

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1. Mercedes Benz Museum

4 km from city center

Museum

The Mercedes-Benz Museum, adjacent to the Mercedes-Benz Group headquarters and opposite the MHPArena, is renowned for its extensive collection of over 160 vehicles, ranging from some of the oldest automobiles ever built to legendary racing cars and futuristic prototypes. Visitors can explore more than 1,500 exhibits spread across 16,500 square meters and nine levels, offering a comprehensive journ (Read More)ey through automotive and contemporary history dating back to 1886.

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0 km from city center

Landmark

Highlights: Old Castle, New Palace

Palace Square is the largest square in Stuttgart, situated in the city center. It is renowned for its expansive lawns, flower beds, and fountains, making it a favored spot for both locals and tourists alike. Surrounding Schlossplatz are notable landmarks such as the Baroque-style New Palace (Neues Schloss), which now houses government offices, and the Old Castle (Altes Schloss), home to the Württe (Read More)mberg State Museum. It is the venue for seasonal events like open-air concerts, Stuttgart's Summer Festival and parts of the Christmas Market.

7 km from city center

Museum

The Porsche Museum is located in the Zuffenhausen district of Stuttgart. It is known for showcasing an extensive collection of historic and contemporary Porsche vehicles featuring over 80 exhibits, including rare cars and significant models. Visitors can also enjoy dining at the on-site restaurant, which offers views of the museum's exhibits.

4 km from city center

Zoo

Wilhelma is a renowned zoological and botanical garden located in the Bad Cannstatt district of Stuttgart. It uniquely combines a zoo and botanical garden, housing around 11,000 animals across 1,200 species and an extensive collection of over 6,000 plant species. Highlights include a historic Moorish-style greenhouse, a modern ape house, and Europe's largest magnolia grove along with historical ar (Read More)chitecture.

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5. Stuttgart TV Tower

2 km from city center

Landmark

The Stuttgart TV Tower, known as Fernsehturm Stuttgart, is located in the Degerloch district on the hill Hoher Bopser. Standing at 216.61 meters, it was the world's first telecommunications tower constructed from reinforced concrete, completed in 1956. Today, it serves as a prominent city landmark and offers visitors panoramic views of Stuttgart and its surroundings.

53 km from city center

Forts & Palaces

Hohenzollern Castle, known as Burg Hohenzollern in German, is a historic fortress located near the town of Hechingen. Perched atop Mount Hohenzollern at an elevation of 855 meters (2,805 feet), it offers panoramic views of the surrounding Swabian Jura landscape. The castle is renowned for its striking Gothic Revival architecture and serves as the ancestral seat of the Prussian Kings and German Emp (Read More)erors of the Hohenzollern dynasty.

7. Ludwigsburg Residential Palace

14 km from city center

Forts & Palaces

Ludwigsburg Residential Palace is a grand Baroque palace situated in Ludwigsburg. Constructed between 1704 and 1733, it is one of Europe's largest Baroque structures to have preserved its original form. The palace complex encompasses 18 buildings with a total of 452 rooms, surrounded by expansive gardens known as the "Blooming Baroque" and "Fairytale Garden".

0 km from city center

Shopping Market

Markthalle Stuttgart is a historic market hall located at Dorotheenstrasse in the city center's Rathaus district. houses over 33 stalls offering a diverse selection of fresh produce, meats, cheeses, baked goods, spices, and international delicacies. The upper floor includes a restaurant and a large shop selling housewares. It is a great place to explore the diverse stalls, sample different foods, (Read More)and appreciate the building's architectural details.

1 km from city center

Commercial Street

Konigstrasse is a prominent pedestrian shopping street in Stuttgart, Germany, stretching approximately 1.2 kilometers from the main railway station (Hauptbahnhof) to Rotebühlplatz. It is renowned for being one of Germany's longest and busiest shopping avenues. The street is lined with a diverse array of retail outlets, including international brands, department stores, and specialty shops, caterin (Read More)g to various shopping preferences. Numerous cafés and restaurants offer a variety of dining options, making it a popular spot for both shopping and leisure.

3 km from city center

Museum

The State Museum of Natural History Stuttgart (SMNS) is one of Germany's largest natural history museums, boasting approximately 12 million objects. It is situated within Rosenstein Park in Stuttgart, Germany, and comprises two separate exhibition buildings: the Museum am Löwentor and Schloss Rosenstein. The Museum am Löwentor focuses on paleontology and geology, while Schloss Rosenstein is dedica (Read More)ted to biology and natural history.

8 km from city center

Forts & Palaces

Solitude Palace is a Rococo-style palace, perched on a hill offering panoramic views of the surrounding countryside. It is mostly visited for its architecture and ornate interiors through guided tours, which are the only means of accessing the palace's rooms. It is also surrounded by scenic hiking trails, making it a popular spot for both history enthusiasts and nature lovers.

3 km from city center

Garden & Park

Killesberg Heights Park is a prominent public park located in the northern district of Stuttgart. Established in 1939 for a horticultural show, the park spans around 50 hectares and features themed gardens, vibrant flower beds, and scenic walking paths. A highlight is the Killesberg Tower, a 40-meter-high observation structure providing panoramic views of Stuttgart and the surrounding areas.

0 km from city center

Museum

The Staatsgalerie Stuttgart is a renowned art museum located in the heart of Stuttgart. is celebrated for its extensive collection that spans from the 14th century to contemporary art. Visitors can admire masterpieces by artists such as Picasso, Monet, and Beuys, as well as the famous "Triadic Ballet" by Oskar Schlemmer. It is situated approximately a 10-minute walk from Stuttgart's central train (Read More) station (Hauptbahnhof).

2 km from city center

Libraries

The Stuttgart City Library, known as Stadtbibliothek Stuttgart, is a modern architectural landmark situated at Mailänder Platz. Designed by Korean architect Eun Young Yi, the library opened in 2011 and is renowned for its minimalist cubic design and striking white interiors. It draws tourist attention not only for its extensive collection of books and media but also for its impressive architecture (Read More).

2 km from city center

Museum

The Kunstmuseum Stuttgart, or Stuttgart Art Museum is located along the bustling Königstrasse as a notable city landmark because of its distinctive glass cube structure. It is renowned for its extensive collection of modern and contemporary art, featuring significant works by artists such as Otto Dix and members of the Concrete Art movement. It showcases both permanent collections and rotating spe (Read More)cial exhibitions across its expansive 5,000 square meters of exhibition space along with a restaurant that offer panoramic views of the city.

1 km from city center

Landmark

Schillerplatz is a historic square located in Stuttgart's old city center, southwest of the main Schlossplatz. The square is surrounded by significant landmarks, including the Old Castle (Altes Schloss), the Collegiate Church (Stiftskirche), the Fruchtkasten building, the Prinzenbau, and the Old Chancellery (Alte Kanzlei). It also hosts a weekly flower market and is a central venue for Stuttgart's (Read More) annual Christmas Market.

Fun For Kids

3 km from city center

Museum

Pig Museum, situated in Stuttgart's Gaisburg district, is renowned as the world's largest pig museum, it boasts over 50,000 exhibits spread across 27 themed rooms. It showcases diverse displays covering topics such as the evolution of pig breeds, their role in art and culture, and their significance in mythology and symbolism. Beyond the extensive collection, the museum features a restaurant offer (Read More)ing traditional Swabian cuisine and a beer garden.

0 km from city center

Forts & Palaces

Old Castle is a historic landmark situated in Stuttgart's city center at Schillerplatz. It houses the Landesmuseum Württemberg, a museum showcasing artifacts that trace the region's history from the Stone Age through the Roman era to the present day. Visitors can explore the castle's Renaissance-style arcaded courtyard, which features cloisters and porticoes, as well as an equestrian statue of Ebe (Read More)rhard I. along with Landesmuseum's exhibits.

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0 km from city center

Forts & Palaces

New Palace is an 18th-century Baroque residence located in the heart of Stuttgart, at Schlossplatz. It houses several government offices, but it is mainly visited from outside for its historical significance and architectural beauty. The expansive square features manicured gardens, fountains, and statues, providing a picturesque setting for relaxation and photography.