Schlossplatz (Palace Square)

Schlossplatz (Palace Square) is Stuttgart's central public square, a lively hub surrounded by architectural landmarks. The square features expansive lawns, shaded pathways, and two large fountains: the Jubiläumssäule (Jubilee Column) and the more modern fountain near the New Palace. Flanked by the New Palace (Neues Schloss) to the east, the Old Palace (Altes Schloss) to the south, and the Königsbau (a shopping arcade) to the west, the square offers a mix of history and urban life. Locals and tourists alike gather here to relax on the grass, enjoy ice cream from nearby cafés, or attend open-air concerts and festivals. The square is also a starting point for exploring Stuttgart's pedestrian zone. What makes it distinctive is its role as the city's 'living room', a place where the past and present of Stuttgart converge, with the backdrop of the palace gardens and the distant hills of the Swabian Jura.

Don't miss

• The New Palace (Neues Schloss), a baroque-style palace now housing government offices
• The Jubilee Column (Jubiläumssäule), a 30-meter column with a statue of the goddess Concordia
• The two fountains: the large basin fountain and the modern water feature
• The surrounding architecture: Old Palace, Königsbau, and Kunstmuseum
• Seasonal events: Christmas market, summer festivals, and open-air concerts

Tickets & tours

Ways to visit Schlossplatz (Palace Square)

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