Nördliche Altstadt
Rostock
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Popular places to visit
Kröpeliner Tor
Once an essential part of the city’s fortifications, this tower is now best known for its brick Gothic architecture and the local history group that meets inside.
Town Hall Rostock
Behind its pink façade, this historic civic building conceals treasures, from Hanseatic murals to a medieval restaurant and a secret snake statue bringing good luck.
New Market
Start your day of explorations in Rostock at this large pedestrian-only plaza, lined with restaurants and historic buildings that make for pretty photos.
Rostock Christmas Market
You can enjoy retail therapy at Rostock Christmas Market during your visit to Rostock. Stroll along the area's beaches or simply enjoy its bars.
St. Mary's Church
A famed astrological clock, a magnificent wooden altar and a collection of Baltic religious art fill this church next to Rostock’s New Market.
Kröpeliner Strasse & Universitätsplatz
You can find out about the history of Rostock with a visit to Kröpeliner Strasse & Universitätsplatz. While you're in the area, stroll along the marina.
Things to do
Walking tour of the seaside resort Warnemünde
Deluxe Berlin: Hassle-Free Shore Tour from Warnemunde Cruise Port
Wonderful Warnemünde Audio Guide: Rostock’s Charming Port Town
Quiz and fall in love in Rostock Warnemünde
Top hotels in Nördliche Altstadt
pentahotel Rostock
Staff was very slow and at times unfriendly
Reviewed on Mar 2, 2026
ScanHotels City
clean room, friendly staff and a great location
Reviewed on Jan 26, 2026
Hotel Am Hopfenmarkt
Convenient location in city centre. Easy access to Central station by public transport.
Reviewed on Aug 29, 2025
Vienna House by Wyndham Sonne Rostock
A lovely hotel - above expectations and very good value for money. The rooms were clean and spacious, the breakfast was good (especially the loose tea selection). The hotel was generally of a high standard and the staff were very attentive. I would recommend and return.
Reviewed on Mar 5, 2026
B&B Hotel Rostock-Hafen
Great staff! Nice place to stay for the holiday season
Reviewed on Dec 26, 2025
IntercityHotel Rostock
Clean room comfortable bed helpful check in staff great for station
Reviewed on Feb 11, 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around Nördliche Altstadt
City Harbor
While there might not be top attractions in City Harbor, you can explore the larger area and discover places like New Market and Rostock Christmas Market.
Stadtmitte
Unique features of Stadtmitte include the historic sites and bars. Make a stop by Town Hall Rostock or Rostock Christmas Market while you're exploring the area.
Östliche Altstadt
Östliche Altstadt might not have many top sights, but Town Hall Rostock and New Market are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Steintor-Vorstadt
Though Steintor-Vorstadt might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Town Hall Rostock and Rostock Christmas Market.
Warnemünde
Well-liked for its beaches and restaurants, Warnemünde is worth a visit. Check out the variety of things to see and do like Warnemuende Kur Park and Warnemünde Cruise Center, and jump on the metro at Warnemuende Station to get around the city.
Hohe Düne
You'll enjoy the beaches and restaurants in Hohe Düne. You might want to make time for a stop at Marina Warnemuende or Hohe Düne Beach.
