Stuttgart is a delightful blend of modern innovation and rich history. Known as Germany's automotive hub, it's home to Mercedes-Benz and Porsche museums, perfect for car enthusiasts. The lush parks and vineyards provide a serene escape, while the lively markets showcase local delicacies like Maultaschen. Don't miss the stunning Stuttgart Palace and its gardens, where you can soak up the city's vibrant culture. With its unique charm, Stuttgart offers an unforgettable experience for every traveler.
Stuttgart, Germany
Top things to do in Stuttgart
17 attractions, landmarks and museums worth your time, ranked by traveler reviews.
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Museum
Mercedes-Benz Museum
Explore over 135 years of automotive history across nine levels at the Mercedes-Benz Museum in Stuttgart.
Landmark
Schlossplatz (Palace Square)
Relax in the heart of Stuttgart at Schlossplatz, a vibrant square with fountains, lawns, and historic buildings.
Park & nature
Wilhelma Zoological-Botanical Garden
A unique zoological-botanical garden set in a historic castle grounds, home to thousands of animal and plant species.
Landmark
Stuttgart TV Tower
The world's first reinforced concrete TV tower, offering panoramic views of Stuttgart and the surrounding region.
Landmark
New Palace (Neues Schloss)
An 18th-century Baroque palace on Schlossplatz, once home to Württemberg kings, now houses government offices.
Landmark
Stadtbibliothek Stuttgart
A striking cube-shaped public library with minimalist white interiors and a spiral reading room.
Museum
Staatsgalerie Stuttgart
A major art museum with collections from Old German masters to modern works by Picasso and Schlemmer.
Religious site
Grabkapelle auf dem Württemberg
A hilltop mausoleum built for Queen Catherine, offering panoramic views of the Neckar valley.
Market
Markthalle Stuttgart
Historic Art Nouveau market hall in Stuttgart offering regional and international specialties since 1914.
Museum
Kunstmuseum Stuttgart
Modern art museum in a striking glass cube on Stuttgart's Schlossplatz, showcasing 20th- and 21st-century works.
Landmark
Weissenhof Estate
UNESCO World Heritage housing estate showcasing revolutionary modernist architecture from the 1927 Werkbund exhibition.
Park & nature
Höhenpark Killesberg
A sprawling urban park with a tower, miniature railway, and themed gardens, offering leisure and nature in Stuttgart.
Religious site
Stiftskirche
Stuttgart's oldest parish church, with twin towers and the burial site of Württemberg royalty.
Museum
Old Castle (Altes Schloss)
A 10th-century water castle turned museum, housing the Landesmuseum Württemberg with regional history and cultural artifacts.
Museum
Porsche Museum
Discover over 80 vehicles and 200 exhibits at the Porsche Museum, showcasing the brand's motorsport and production history.
Tickets & tours
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