Essen, located in the middle of the most varied event and cultural regions in Europe, is an ideal base for visiting numerous tourist attractions and offers extensive shopping facilities. Visit Essen's website which provides a starting point for exploring Essen.
All locations listed below are within walking distance or reachable with public transport
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| Exhibition | ||
| Villa Hügel | (more info...) |  |
| Folkwang Museum (Art Museum) | (more info...) | |
| red dot design Museum |
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| Meteorit im RWE Park | (more info...) | |
| Industry culture | ||
| Zeche Zollverein (UNESCO World Heritage) | (more info...) |
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| Theater/Musical | ||
| Theater und Philharmonie Essen | |
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| ELISABETH - Das Musical | |
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| Grugahalle Essen (Pop Concerts and other events) | (more info...) | |
| GOP Variete-Theater Essen | |
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| Kulturzentrum "Zeche Carl" | (more info...) | |
| Memorials | ||
| Alte Synagoge Essen | (more info...) | |
| Dom in Essen |
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| Recreation | ||
| Baldeneysee in Essen (Boattrips, Walking) | (more info...) | |
| Cinemaxx Kino in Essen (Cinema) | |
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