Things to Do in Kiel in 2024

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Kiel Attractions

Kiel is a tourist hot spot for loads of reasons. Brimming with exciting activities and attractions, you'll need to have a serious plan of action to get as much as you can in. Pull out your travel schedule and start making a note of the best that this buzzing state capital has to offer.

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Recommended things to do in Kiel

Number of things to do	19
Things to do from	$10
Cheapest thing to do	Kiel: Old Town and Port Self-guided Walk
Top 5 things to do	Surprise Walk of Kiel with a Local Kiel: City Highlights Express Walking Tour with a Local Beautiful Lübeck: Shore Excursion from Kiel Port Best of Lübeck: Private Shore Excursion from Kiel Traditional German Food and Lubeck Old Town Private Tour
Under $25	Kiel's Historical Port: A Self-Guided Audio Tour Kiel: Self-Guided Outdoor Escape Game Laboe: Naval Memorial Smartphone App Audio Guide Kiel: Old Town and Port Self-guided Walk City Sightseeing Kiel Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
With kids	Surprise Walk of Kiel with a Local Kiel: City Highlights Express Walking Tour with a Local City Sightseeing Kiel Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

What to do in Kiel

Free Things to Do in Kiel

Traveling on a limited budget in Kiel? Spend time, not your paycheck, on fabulous experiences.

University of Applied Sciences - Architecture buffs will no doubt love marveling at the impressive modern design of this landmark.

Old Market Square Kiel - Mingle with the locals and discover the real character and charm of this place.

Kieler Förde - Get out of life's fast lane and enjoy a bit of time out beside the water.

St. Nikolai Church - Do some quiet contemplation and learn a thing or two about this site's spiritual importance.

Things to Do in Kiel with Kids

Kiel is a great place for a family break. Bring the little ones along and enjoy these fun family friendly experiences together:

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Frequently asked questions

What to do in Kiel on a sunny day?

When the weather’s fine, these outdoor experiences guarantee a great time:

What to do in Kiel on a rainy day?

With great indoor activities like a Hamburg Airport Same Day Luggage Services to keep you out of mischief, there’s no need to let a few showers stop you from having fun.

Are there cheap things to do in Kiel?

There are lots of activities and tours here that are just the thing if you’re traveling on a tight budget:

What can you do in Kiel for free?

Your vacation in Kiel needn’t cost a bundle with free things like these to explore:

University of Kiel
CITTI-PARK Kiel
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Discover the most popular places to visit in Kiel

Kiel Opera House

5/5(1 review)

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

Ostseekai Cruise Terminal

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

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.

Olympic Center Schilksee

4.5/5(2 reviews)

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.

Wunderino-Arena

5/5(2 reviews)

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

Old Market Square Kiel

4/5(2 reviews)

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

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.

Kiel Town Hall

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

University of Kiel

4.5/5(3 reviews)

Take a campus tour or just explore the area of University of Kiel, during your trip to Ravensberg. While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside.

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Vorstadt

4/5(2 area reviews)

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

Damperhof

4.5/5(2 area reviews)

While Damperhof isn't home to many top sights, Kiel Town Hall and Old Market Square Kiel are some notable places to visit nearby.

Russee - Hammer

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Russee - Hammer and surrounding area, you can visit CITTI-PARK Kiel and Open Air Museum Molfsee.

Wellsee

While Wellsee isn't home to many top sights, Norwegenkai Cruise Terminal and Wunderino-Arena are some notable places to visit nearby.

Wellingdorf

While Wellingdorf might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Ostseekai Cruise Terminal and Norwegenkai Cruise Terminal.

When the Color Line meets the ferry on a summer day - it’s 2 pm!

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 Schilksee Beach.

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