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.

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.

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.
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
Hope elevators would have been bigger, rest was excellent.
Reviewed on Nov 19, 2025

Garner Hotel Essen - Handelshof by IHG
The room was quite spacious and clean. The staff was very kind and I had a great rest as the bed was really, really comfy
Reviewed on Dec 2, 2025

Maritim Hotel Düsseldorf
I would totally stay here again. So conveniently located to the airport and amazing services. Gorgeous hotel.
Reviewed on Dec 14, 2025

H2 Hotel Düsseldorf Seestern
Great stay
Reviewed on Dec 2, 2025

Clayton Hotel Düsseldorf City Centre
Excellent hotel, great Iocation. Would definitely stay there again.
Reviewed on Dec 1, 2025

H2 Hotel Düsseldorf City
Superb rooms, breakfast was really good Location close to s bahn line to airport was perfect and a nice 25 minute walk to the old town and christmas markets. Staff courteous and helpful. Would definitely stay again.
Reviewed on Dec 1, 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 International Christmas Market 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 International Christmas Market Essen and Philharmonie 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 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 International Christmas Market Essen and Philharmonie Essen.


