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.
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.
University of Duisburg-Essen
Walk around the campus at University of Duisburg-Essen during your stay in Essen. 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.
Colosseum Theater
Enjoy a performance at Colosseum Theater, a storied theater in Essen. Experience the area's theater scene and live music.
Things to do
Self Guided Secrets of Gelsenkirchen Exploration Game
Gelsenkirchen Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self-Guided Tour
Adventure Darkness - Guided tour in the dark
LEGOLAND® Discovery Centre Oberhausen Tickets
Private city rally around the Zollverein Coal Mine Industrial Complex in Essen
Top hotels in Stadtbezirke I
Premier Inn Essen City Centre
Good location
Reviewed on Apr 16, 2026
McDreams Hotel Essen-City
Fast experience and checkin possible until late at night. Just would be good if website to checkin online was more mobile friendly !
Reviewed on Apr 10, 2026
Garner Hotel Essen - Handelshof by IHG
Extremely friendly staff (even by German standards), nothing was a problem. Very convenient location for the HBF (main station) - it is directly opposite, however this also means that it is rather noisy at night and attracts all kinds of lowlife.
Reviewed on Apr 28, 2026
Ramada by Wyndham Essen
Nice hotel and good staff!
Reviewed on Apr 28, 2026
Moxy Essen City
Perfect hotel, location right by the central station, clean and stylish, bed is comfy. What more could one ask for!
Reviewed on Apr 20, 2026
Limehome Essen Kibbelstraße
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 Limbecker Platz 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 Limbecker Platz 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.
