Things to do in Münster

Activities, attractions and tours

Westphalian State Museum for Art and Cultural History which includes modern architecture and night scenes
Westphalian State Museum for Art and Cultural History which includes modern architecture and night scenes
St. Lambert\'s Church which includes heritage elements, heritage architecture and night scenes
Westphalian State Museum for Art and Cultural History featuring interior views as well as a small group of people
Prinzipalmarkt in the main shopping street of Munster. Completely destroyed during the Second World war, it has been re-build to resemble the original state.
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1. Prinzipalmarkt

Overlooked by some of Münster’s most regal and historic buildings, the Prinzipalmarkt is a long and lively pedestrian avenue. Here, you’ll find high-end boutiques and cafés sheltered by elegant colonnades. Meet friends in this central square and explore the sights of the Old Town quarter.
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Prinzipalmarkt which includes a city

2. Münster Cathedral

The Muenster Cathedral, first built in 1225, is one of the most iconic buildings in all of Germany’s Westphalia region. Dedicated to St. Paul, the cathedral is famous for its varied architecture ranging from Carolingian to Gothic, as well as its rich artwork and religious artifacts.
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Muenster Cathedral which includes heritage architecture, night scenes and a square or plaza

3. Westphalian State Museum for Art and Cultural History

The Westphalian State Museum for Art and Cultural History has a collection that spans the history of Westphalia, from its Roman days to the present. From coins to religious objects to sculpture, painting and graphic design, this museum provides great insight into the art and culture of Muenster and the surrounding region.
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Westphalian State Museum for Art and Cultural History which includes modern architecture and night scenes

4. St. Lambert's Church

St. Lambert’s Church is an impressive Gothic addition to Muenster’s main square. The spires and stone work, now blackened with time, are beautiful and engaging. Look up, however, to spot the famous addition to the facade: three metal cages attached to the steeple of the church.
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St. Lambert\'s Church which includes heritage elements, heritage architecture and night scenes

5. Münster Castle

Elaborate sculptures, statues and landscaped gardens create a majestic setting for the Münster Castle. It was built as the prince bishop’s residence and is today an important part of the city’s university. Be sure to take a camera with you when you visit Münster Castle as the red-and-white stripes adorning the majestic frontage, as well as the green bell tower, make for striking photos.
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Münster Castle featuring chateau or palace and heritage architecture

6. Historical City Hall of Münster

Rising splendidly over Muenster’s main square, the Historisches Rathaus (Historical Town Hall of Muenster) has born witness to some of the most significant events in European history. Muenster was where the Peace of Muenster was negotiated in the Friedenssaal (Hall of Peace). This event ended the Thirty Years’ War and forced Spain to acknowledge the independence of the Netherlands. Although the building was destroyed during World War II, many of its treasures were spirited away and it was lovingly rebuilt in the 1950s. Visit to be awed by the history of this magnificent landmark.
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Historisches Rathaus which includes interior views and heritage elements

What to do in Münster

Popular places to visit

Prinzipalmarkt which includes a city

Prinzipalmarkt

Architectural gems of the Middle Ages line the sides of this spacious plaza that serves as Münster’s political and commercial hub.

Prinzipalmarkt
Muenster Cathedral which includes heritage architecture, night scenes and a square or plaza

Münster Cathedral

Magnificent architecture and artwork is why this house of prayer has the reputation of being one of the most splendid buildings in Germany.

Münster Cathedral
Westphalian State Museum for Art and Cultural History featuring outdoor eating and modern architecture as well as a small group of people

Westphalian State Museum for Art and Cultural History

Follow Germany’s Westphalia region through the ages at this comprehensive museum housed in a hyper-modern building in the heart of Muenster’s Old Town.

Westphalian State Museum for Art and Cultural History
St. Lambert\'s Church which includes a church or cathedral, a city and heritage architecture

St. Lambert's Church

Learn about a darker episode in Muenster’s turbulent past at this beautiful Gothic place of worship in the center of the city.

St. Lambert's Church
Münster Castle featuring chateau or palace and heritage architecture

Münster Castle

The baroque façade and interior of this iconic castle offer an ideal counterpart to the charming café and tropical greenhouses of the botanical gardens.

Münster Castle
Historisches Rathaus which includes a church or cathedral, heritage architecture and a city

Historical City Hall of Münster

Nowhere is Muenster’s reputation as the “City of Peace” more celebrated than in this beautiful Gothic building, home to a museum with fascinating artifacts, including a mummified hand.

Historical City Hall of Münster
Townhouse Tower featuring heritage architecture and a city

Townhouse Tower

Ditties play from the glockenspiel of this preserved tower that dominates a square filled with historic sights, upscale stores and cafés.

Townhouse Tower
Picasso Museum showing a city

Picasso Museum

It’s quite unexpected, but much appreciated, to find this art museum in a northern German town. Discover facts about this renowned Spanish artist when you browse its collection.

Picasso Museum
Münster Botanical Garden showing flowers and a park as well as a couple

Münster Botanical Garden

With a stream, a lake and a palace, this scenic park and its tropical greenhouses provide an idyllic escape just outside the city center of Münster.

Münster Botanical Garden

Areas of Münster

St. Lambert\'s Church which includes heritage elements, heritage architecture and night scenes

Altstadt Münster

Brought back to life after the war, Münster’s old town and its central avenue are still gleaming with historic and religious structures.

Altstadt Münster
Münster Castle featuring heritage elements

Innenstadtring

Among the highlights in this verdant strip surrounding the old town are the university, the botanical gardens and the prince bishop’s residence.

Innenstadtring
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Mitte-Süd

While there might not be top attractions in Mitte-Süd, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Lake Aasee and Allwetterzoo Münster.

Mitte-Süd
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Hiltrup

The restaurants and lake views are a few reasons travelers visit Hiltrup. Want to see more of the surrounding area? Halle Muensterland Exhibition and Congress Centre and Lake Aasee are a few top sights nearby.

Hiltrup
Die Werse in Münster

Handorf

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Handorf and surrounding area, you can visit WersePark Sudmuehle and GOP Variety Theater.

Handorf
A Plains Zebra in the Allwetterzoo Münster, Germany.

Sentruper Höhe

You'll enjoy the museums and zoo in Sentruper Höhe. You might want to make time for a stop at Lake Aasee or Allwetterzoo Münster.

Sentruper Höhe

Frequently asked questions

Is Münster worth visiting?
Whether you're planning to experience the local charm and cultural highlights or try regional foods and go on outdoor adventures, there are many things to do in Münster.
How do I spend a day in Münster?
Münster Castle and Westphalian State Museum for Art and Cultural History are two excellent places to begin your adventures. Remember to explore the shopping and dining options in Münster while you're here too.
What is the top tourist attraction in Münster?
The top tourist attraction in Münster is Münster Cathedral, so don't forget to put it on your sightseeing agenda.
Is three days enough to stay in Münster?
Three days will be enough time to check out many city sights, including Münster Cathedral, Münster Castle and Westphalian State Museum for Art and Cultural History. The average stay in Münster is two days. If you have the urge to extend your getaway, Osnabrueck isn't far away.
Is Münster a walkable city?
Some top attractions in Münster, like Münster Cathedral and Münster Castle, are within walking distance. You can also discover several of the city's neighborhoods on foot. Just 2 kilometers from central Münster is Innenstadtring and Altstadt Münster is 0.16 kilometers away.
What are some activities to do in Münster with kids?
Whether you're vacationing with young explorers or adventure-seeking teens, an itinerary filled with cool activities takes your trip to the next level. Take a look at our ideas for what to do in Münster with kids.

What to do in Münster for adults?
Historical City Hall of Münster and Stadtweinhaus are just two of the things to do in Münster. With plenty of activities available, there's something here for everyone to experience.
Are there free things to do in Münster?
From relaxing in parks to wandering around hip neighborhoods, it's simple to find free things to do in Münster. If you're looking for inspiration, get some tips from a local tour guide. Münster Cathedral is a must for anyone wishing to save on their traveling adventures.