Old Town Leipzig
Leipzig
Visit Old Town Leipzig
Popular places to visit
Leipzig University
Tour the campus of one of the oldest universities in the world, where historic buildings share a site with sleek new constructions.
St. Thomas Church
Experience the heavenly music and soaring architecture of a church where great musical composer Johann Sebastian Bach is interred.
Bach Museum
Find out what inspired a musical genius in a museum dedicated to the life and work of one of the greatest classical music composers.
St. Nicholas Church
Peaceful revolutions, legendary composers and religious reformation all feature in the history of this fascinating 850-year-old church.
Leipzig's New Town Hall
After visiting Leipzig's New Town Hall, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Leipzig. While you're in the area, find time to visit its shops.
Augustusplatz
Note the medley of architectural styles in this grand 18th-century square, which is surrounded by some of the city’s most acclaimed cultural institutions.
Things to do
Leipzig: Comedy Tour through the Old Town (Tour in German)
Leipzig: City History Canal Sightseeing Tour on a Motorboat
Leipzig: Exclusive BMW & MINI Behind-the-Scenes Factory Tour
Leipzig: 1.5-Hour Historical Walking Tour in German
Top hotels in Old Town Leipzig
Vienna House Easy by Wyndham Leipzig
La chambre est tres bien, il manquait seulement une cafetiere
Reviewed on Feb 23, 2026
Leipzig Marriott Hotel
Our room was clean, spacious and ideally quiet, even though for us Greeks the temperature felt a bit cold. Luckily, the staff patiently took this into consideration and resolved it promptly, so our heated room that we associate with coziness, making our stay ideal amidst the cold, merciless February. ...
Reviewed on Feb 8, 2026
Adina Apartment Hotel Leipzig
Premier Inn Leipzig City Oper
Great location and very convenient to the Main Station, walking district, and historical sites.
Reviewed on Feb 24, 2026
Capri by Fraser Leipzig
The staff was very friendly. The breakfast was wonderful with gluten free options. The room was well designed and decorated. Everything is clean and comfortable. I would definitiely stay again.
Reviewed on Jan 12, 2026
NH Leipzig Zentrum
Great hotel with comfortable beds within walking distance of many shops and the city center
Reviewed on Dec 15, 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Old Town Leipzig
Mitte
Museums, historic sites, and theaters highlight some notable features of Mitte. Make a stop by Leipzig Market Square or Bach Museum while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Leipzig Markt S-Bahn or Augustusplatz Tram Stop to get around town.
Zentrum
Consider a visit to Leipzig Market Square and take some time to enjoy the abundant dining options during your time in Zentrum. If you want to see more of the city, jump on the metro at Leipzig Markt S-Bahn or Augustusplatz Tram Stop.
Zentrum-West
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Zentrum-West and surrounding area, you can visit Bach Museum and Leipzig's New Town Hall.
Zentrum-Süd
Discover Zentrum-Süd, memorable for its restaurants. Popular attractions in Zentrum-Süd include Federal Administrative Court of Germany and Leipzig University Library, and you can see more of the area by hopping on the metro at Leipzig Wilhelm-Leuschner-Platz S-Bahn.
Zentrum-Ost
Discover Zentrum-Ost, memorable for its bars. Popular attractions in Zentrum-Ost include Promenaden Hauptbahnhof Leipzig and Sommersaal, and you can see more of the area by hopping on the metro at Coppiplatz Tram Stop.
Zentrum-Nord
Shopping, historic sites, and restaurants are some highlights of Zentrum-Nord. You might stop by Leipzig Zoo or Promenaden Hauptbahnhof Leipzig while you're in the area.
