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.
Limbecker Platz
During your visit to Essen, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Limbecker Platz. Experience the area's theater scene and live music.
Things to do
Private city rally around the Zollverein Coal Mine Industrial Complex in Essen
Audiobook City Rally through the Landschaftspark Nord in Duisburg
Explore Duisburg in 60 minutes with a Local
Top hotels in Stadtbezirke I
McDreams Hotel Essen-City
Zimmer sauber, Preis Leistung passt.
Reviewed on Nov 6, 2025
Residence Inn by Marriott Essen City
Great service and very clean.
Reviewed on Nov 10, 2025
Sheraton Duesseldorf Airport Hotel
Clean
Reviewed on Jan 18, 2026
Mintrops Stadt Hotel Margarethenhöhe
Excellent!
Reviewed on Dec 10, 2024
Maritim Hotel Düsseldorf
Staff are friendly and helpful. Room was spotless. Good facilities at the hotel.
Reviewed on Jan 26, 2026
H2 Hotel Düsseldorf Seestern
. Here's a possible feedback for you: The staff at the hotel were absolutely fantastic - super helpful and friendly 😊. When we had an issue with the heating control panel, they were quick to respond and efficiently moved us to a new room 👍. The breakfast spread was great, with plenty of options ...
Reviewed on Jan 9, 2026
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. Aalto-Musiktheater and Folkwang Museum 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 Limbecker Platz or Colosseum Theater.
Huttrop
Though Huttrop might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Philharmonie Essen and Limbecker Platz.
