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German Mining Museum

You can browse the exhibits at German Mining Museum, a museum with a storied past, during your travels to Stadtpark. Experience the area's theater scene and museums.

Railway Museum Bochum

You can study the exhibits at Railway Museum Bochum, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to Unterdahlhausen. Take in the theater scene while you're in the area.

Starlight Express Theater

Get tickets for a show at Starlight Express Theater, a theater with a story to tell in Ruhrstadion. Experience the area's theater scene and museums.

Ruhr University Bochum

Enjoy the collegiate vibe at Ruhr University Bochum as part of your travels around Ruhr-Universität. Experience the area's theater scene or attend a football game.

Bermuda3Eck

You can enjoy retail therapy at Bermuda3Eck during your trip to Bochum. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the cathedral while you're in the area.

RuhrCongress Bochum

RuhrCongress Bochum is just one of the places to see in Ruhrstadion, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Experience the area's theater scene and museums.

Vonovia Ruhrstadion

Catch an event at Vonovia Ruhrstadion during your trip to Ruhrstadion. Experience the area's theater scene and museums.

Meditherme Ruhrpark

You can take time to visit Meditherme Ruhrpark during your travels to Ruhrpark.

Zeiss Planetarium Bochum

Enjoy an outing to Zeiss Planetarium Bochum during your stay in Stadtpark. Experience the area's theater scene and museums.

Areas of Bochum

Innenstadt Bochum

Innenstadt Bochum is well-liked for its museums and churches. If you're hoping to get in some sightseeing, Zeiss Planetarium Bochum and Bermuda3Eck are top spots, and you can jump on the metro at Bochum Rathaus U-Bahn or Deutsches Bergbau-Museum U-Bahn to get around.

Bochum Mitte

If you're spending time in Bochum Mitte, check out sights like Zeiss Planetarium Bochum or Bermuda3Eck and hop on the metro to see more the city at Deutsches Bergbau-Museum U-Bahn or Feldsieper Strasse U-Bahn.

Wattenscheid

The restaurants and shopping are just a few features travelers like about Wattenscheid. If you want to do some sightseeing nearby, Bermuda3Eck and Zeiss Planetarium Bochum are a few top places to visit.

Bochum Ost

When in Bochum Ost and the surrounding area, you'll want to check out sights like Meditherme Ruhrpark or Vonovia Ruhrstadion and hop on the metro to see more the city at Bochum Langendreer West S-Bahn or Bochum-Langendreer S-Bahn.

Wiemelhausen

The restaurants and museums are just a few things visitors like about Wiemelhausen. Bochum Civic Theatre and Eisenbahnmuseum are worthwhile spots to check out, and you can hop on the metro at Wasserstrasse U-Bahn or Brenscheder Strasse U-Bahn to get around the larger area.

Bochum Süd

While you're in Bochum Süd, take in top sights like Bochumer Golf Club or Bochum Botanical Garden, and hop on the metro to see more the city at Ruhr-Universitaet U-Bahn or Markstrasse U-Bahn.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Bochum worth visiting?

Famous for its family-friendly attractions and festivals, discovering cool things to do in Bochum is a breeze. Make sure to add Bodelschwingh Castle to your trip itinerary while here.

How do I spend a day in Bochum?

Start your adventures with a visit to Bodelschwingh Castle and Struenkede Castle. Then, tour other areas of Bochum for local restaurants and some retail therapy.

What is the top tourist attraction in Bochum?

Bodelschwingh Castle is one of the top tourist attractions in Bochum and deserves a spot on every sightseeing list of the area.

Is three days enough to stay in Bochum?

Three days will give you enough time to tick off the leading city highlights, such as Struenkede Castle, Bochum Civic Theatre and Kleines Theater Herne. The average stay in Bochum is two days. If you feel the urge to extend your adventure, Düsseldorf isn't far away.

Is Bochum a walkable city?

That comes down to what you want to do and see in Bochum. Several key attractions, such as Bochum Civic Theatre and RuhrCongress Bochum, are accessible on foot. If you're up for a wander through some of Bochum's best neighborhoods, Bochum Mitte is 2 kilometers away from downtown, while Innenstadt Bochum is 0.64 kilometers away from the center and also within walking distance.

What are some activities to do in Bochum with kids?

Deciding what to do in Bochum with kids is easier than ever. Whether you have teenagers or toddlers, there are plenty of family-friendly tours and activities to keep them happy here.

What to do in Bochum for adults?

There's no shortage of things to do in Bochum, with activities for adults of all ages. Finish your day off at Meditherme Ruhrpark or Red Dot Design Museum.

Are there free things to do in Bochum?

From relaxing in parks to wandering around vibrant neighborhoods, it's simple to discover free things to do in Bochum. If you're in need of ideas, get some tips from a local tour guide. Struenkede Castle is a must for anyone wanting to save on their sightseeing adventures.

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