Things to do in Kiel

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Kiel featuring heritage architecture, an administrative buidling and a lake or waterhole
Kiel featuring a bay or harbor, skyline and a coastal town
Kiel which includes a park and a lake or waterhole
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Kiel which includes street scenes, a city and outdoor eating

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What to do in Kiel

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Kiel Opera House

Kiel Opera House

Enjoy a show at Kiel Opera House, a theater with a story to tell in Kiel. While in the area, you can find time to visit its shops.

Kiel Opera House

Ostseekai Cruise Terminal

Explore the waterfront in Kiel with a trip to Ostseekai Cruise Terminal.

Ostseekai Cruise Terminal

Friedrichsort Lighthouse

You can learn about the history of Christianpris with a stop at Friedrichsort Lighthouse. Amble around the area's marina or visit its spas.

Friedrichsort Lighthouse

Olympic Center Schilksee

Explore the waterfront in Schilksee with a trip to Olympic Center Schilksee. Make some time to visit the spas while you're in the area.

Olympic Center Schilksee

Norwegenkai Cruise Terminal

Explore the waterfront in Gaarden with a trip to Norwegenkai Cruise Terminal. Stroll along the seaside or visit the shops while you're in the area.

Norwegenkai Cruise Terminal

Wunderino-Arena

Catch an event at Wunderino-Arena during your trip to Kiel. While in the area, you can find time to visit its shops.

Wunderino-Arena

Old Market Square Kiel

During your trip to Kiel, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Old Market Square Kiel. Stroll along the seaside or experience the area's museums.

Old Market Square Kiel

Holstein-Stadion

Catch an event at Holstein-Stadion during your trip to Kiel. Make some time to visit the monuments while you're in the area.

Holstein-Stadion

Kiel Town Hall

You can find out about the history of Kiel with a visit to Kiel Town Hall. While in the area, you can find time to visit its shops.

Kiel Town Hall

Areas of Kiel

Kiel showing outdoor art and flowers

Mitte

While visiting Mitte, you might make a stop by sights like Wunderino-Arena and Kiel Town Hall.

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Wik

You'll enjoy the monuments and historic sites in Wik. You might want to make time for a stop at Holstein-Stadion or Kieler Förde.

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Holtenau

While visiting Holtenau, you might make a stop by sights like Kieler Förde and Kiel Canal.

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Vorstadt

If you're spending some time in Vorstadt, Wunderino-Arena and Kieler Förde are top sights worth seeing.

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Pries

While Pries might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Friedrichsort Lighthouse and Hundestrand Falckenstein.

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Düsternbrook

You'll enjoy the restaurants and museums in Düsternbrook. You might want to make time for a stop at Kieler Förde or Aquarium GEOMAR.

Düsternbrook

Frequently asked questions

Is Kiel worth visiting?
Offering a blend of history and culture, there are many things to do in Kiel. While you're here, check out Laboe Beach, a major attraction in the area.
How do I spend a day in Kiel?
Once you've checked off major attractions like Olympic Center Schilksee and Laboe Beach, spend some time enjoying Kiel's shopping and food scene.
What is the top tourist attraction in Kiel?
You can't leave without visiting Laboe Beach, ranked the top tourist attraction in Kiel.
Is three days enough to stay in Kiel?
Three days will give you time to check out many city sights, like Kiel Opera House, Aquarium GEOMAR and Kieler Brauerei. The average stay in Kiel is two days. If you have the time to extend your trip, Rendsburg isn't far away.
Is Kiel a walkable city?
It all comes down to what you'd like to do and see in Kiel. Several attractions, including Kiel Opera House and Aquarium GEOMAR, are reachable on foot. If you're up for a stroll through some of Kiel's best neighborhoods, Mitte is 2 kilometers away from downtown, while Vorstadt is 0.64 kilometers away from the city center and also within walking distance.
What are some activities to do in Kiel with kids?
Deciding what to do in Kiel with kids is easier than ever. Whether you're getting away with teenagers or toddlers, there are many family-friendly activities to keep them happy here.

What to do in Kiel for adults?
There's no shortage of things to do in Kiel, with activities for adults of all ages. Finish your day off at Kieler Brauerei or Holstenstraße.
Are there free things to do in Kiel?
One of the best ways to discover free things to do in Kiel is to ask a local tour guide. You'll get insider recommendations on vibrant neighborhoods, parks and other major attractions you can experience without reaching for your wallet. Altheikendorfer Strand is one spot that doesn't have an admission fee.