Stadtbezirke I
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.
Grillo-Theater
Enjoy a performance at Grillo-Theater, a theater with a story to tell in Essen. Experience the area's theater scene and live music.
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 theater scene and live music.
Philharmonie Essen
Enjoy a show at Philharmonie Essen, a theater with a story to tell in Essen. Experience the area's theater scene and live music.
Things to do
Oberhausen: HOUSE OF MAGIC - powered by Ehrlich Brothers
Private city rally around the Zollverein Coal Mine Industrial Complex in Essen
Audiobook City Rally through the Landschaftspark Nord in Duisburg
Top hotels in Stadtbezirke I
Hotel Ambassador Essen
Small, cheap, and absolutely no issues.
Reviewed on Oct 7, 2025
Premier Inn Essen City Centre
Good happy hoir
Reviewed on Oct 23, 2025
Webers - Das Hotel im RUHRTURM
Gorgeous
Reviewed on Oct 6, 2025
Garner Hotel Essen - Handelshof by IHG
Hotel is on a perfect location with easy access and loads of food/drink options around. Pros: Breakfast, location, spacious room Cons: Bartender (old tall man) from the hotel bar was extremely rude and shouting at guests once he couldn't handle couple of drink orders. Really shocking behavior and ...
Reviewed on Oct 28, 2025
McDreams Hotel Essen-City
Excellent value for money.
Reviewed on Oct 27, 2025
Sheraton Duesseldorf Airport Hotel
It was a beautiful room with a great bed. The atmosphere was very clean and modern. The bathroom and toiletries were nice. I ordered room service and it was excellent!
Reviewed on Oct 20, 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
Well-liked for its shopping and restaurants, you might stop by Philharmonie Essen and GOP Variety Theatre Essen while you're exploring Ostviertel and the surrounding neighborhoods.
Südostviertel
While there might not be top attractions in Südostviertel, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Philharmonie Essen and International Christmas Market Essen.
Suedviertel
The bars and museums are just a few things visitors like about Suedviertel. Folkwang Museum and Aalto-Musiktheater are worthwhile spots to check out, and you can hop on the metro at Philharmonie U-Bahn or Bismarckplatz U-Bahn to get around the larger area.
Westviertel
You'll enjoy the bars and theaters in Westviertel. You might want to make time for a stop at Colosseum Theater or Limbecker Platz.
Huttrop
Though Huttrop might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Philharmonie Essen and Folkwang Museum.
