Stuttgart

Travel Guide

Esslingen showing a river or creek and outdoor eating
Stuttgart-Mitte featuring a park and modern architecture as well as a large group of people
Esslingen which includes farmland and tranquil scenes
Stuttgart showing heritage architecture and a city
Porsche Museum featuring interior views

This German city offers visitors wilderness adventures, world-class theaters, museums and galleries as well as a thriving food and wine scene.

From museums, historical cars and vineyards, to beautiful hiking and biking trails and picturesque landscapes, Stuttgart’s attractions are varied and diverse. Located in southern Germany, Stuttgart’s natural beauty ranges from the dramatic scenery of the Black Forest to downtown woodland and parks. To get a sense of the beautiful urban green spaces, go to Schlossgarten, which is the start of a series of interconnecting parks that locals call Das Grüne U (The Green U) because of the shape it forms around the city. Schlossgarten, home to the Neues Schloss (New Palace), merges with Rosensteinpark. A short distance to the west of Rosensteinpark is Killesberg park. Cycling on a rented bike is a fun way to explore these parks. On your ride, look out for beer gardens, and the botanical gardens and zoo at Wilhelma. Whilst Stuttgart charms with abundant outdoor adventures, the city also has plenty of indoor attractions. Car enthusiasts will enjoy the exhibits at the museums of Porsche and Mercedes. Learn about the region’s history at the Landesmuseum and admire the work of famous artists like Picasso at the Staatsgalerie. Don’t miss the chance to watch the world-famous Stuttgart Ballet, which is based at the Staatstheater, along with the city’s opera and drama companies. Food and drink plays a healthy role in Stuttgart life. Germany’s biggest wine-producing region surrounds the city. At the Stuttgart Wine Festival you can sample around 500 different wines, including riesling and trollinger. Meanwhile, beer lovers meet at Cannstatter Volksfest, which is sometimes called the Stuttgart Beer Festival.Stuttgart has an efficient public transport system and is easy to get around. The Stadtbahn is the best option for short distances and it stops at most of the places you’ll want to visit. Most major attractions are just a short walk from Schlossplatz. These include the baroque-style Neues Schloss, Altes Schloss (Old Palace) and the shopping district on Königstrasse.

Where to stay in Stuttgart

Schlossplatz which includes street scenes

Stuttgart-Mitte

Situated on the banks of the Neckar, this central borough boasts landmarks like the Old Castle and Staatsoper Stuttgart, as well as art-rich museums such as the Old and New State Galleries.

Stuttgart-Mitte
Lovely American tenderloin ! Perfectly done medium! Service is a bit slow but there were few wait staff. The restaurant was unbearably hot the night we were there in February. Small beer list but nice wines.

Hauptbahnhof

4.5/5(64 area reviews)

Consider a visit to Konigstrasse and take some time to enjoy the abundant dining options during your time in Hauptbahnhof. If you want to see more of the city, jump on the metro at Arnulf-Klett-Platz U-Bahn or Stuttgart Central Station S-Bahn (tief).

Hauptbahnhof
Mercedes Benz Museum which includes street scenes, modern architecture and a city

Bad Cannstatt

As the oldest and most populous borough in Stuttgart, this historically significant town boasts the MHPArena, Hanns-Martin-Schleyer-Halle, and Porsche-Arena.

Bad Cannstatt
Porsche Museum which includes modern architecture

Zuffenhausen

Home to Porsche's headquarters and its fascinating museum, Zuffenhausen boasts excellent connectivity with Stuttgart S-Bahn lines S4, S5, S6, and S60 serving the area.

Zuffenhausen
Banana Nutella crepe

Vaihingen

The spas and forests are a few things visitors like about Vaihingen. Check out Corso Cinema International while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Schillerplatz U-Bahn or Vaihingen U-Bahn to get around town.

Vaihingen
Market Hall which includes markets, a city and street scenes

Rathaus

4/5(23 area reviews)

Noted for its shopping and restaurants, there's plenty to explore in Rathaus. Top attractions like Market Hall and Old Castle are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Osterreichischer Platz U-Bahn or Stadtmitte Station to see more of the city.

Rathaus
Maritim Hotel Stuttgart

Maritim Hotel Stuttgart

Seidenstr. 34, Stuttgart, BW
$86 nightly
The price is $92 total per night from Jul 20 to Jul 21
$92 total
Jul 20 - Jul 21
Total includes taxes and fees
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Stuttgart. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,008 reviews)
"Lovely suite and received early check in. Staff very helpful and friendly. Wide range of food at buffet breakfast. Efficient restaurant staff"

Reviewed on Jul 15, 2025

Maritim Hotel Stuttgart
Hotel Boulevard

Hotel Boulevard

Marienstraße 3b, Stuttgart, BW
$79 nightly
The price is $84 total per night from Jul 20 to Jul 21
$84 total
Jul 20 - Jul 21
Total includes taxes and fees
Stay at this hotel in Stuttgart. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
7.2/10 Good! (1,011 reviews)
"Cheap hotel in heart of town Somewhat dated but excellent free breakfast"

Reviewed on May 31, 2025

Hotel Boulevard
ARCOTEL Camino

ARCOTEL Camino

4.5 out of 5
Heilbronner Strasse 21, Stuttgart, BW
$80 nightly
The price is $86 total per night from Aug 3 to Aug 4
$86 total
Aug 3 - Aug 4
Total includes taxes and fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Stuttgart. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,007 reviews)
"Very close from landmarks and train stations, Nice room size and ery neat spaces ad kind staff. No complaints"

Reviewed on Jun 27, 2025

ARCOTEL Camino
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Rioca Stuttgart Posto 4

Rioca Stuttgart Posto 4

Salzwiesenstraße 7, Stuttgart, BW
Book a stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Stuttgart. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (364 reviews)
"The hotel really committed to their theme. They also just had a great hotel."

Reviewed on Jun 28, 2025

Rioca Stuttgart Posto 4
CLOUD No7 LOFTS

CLOUD No7 LOFTS

Strombergstr. 15, Stuttgart
Stay at this apartment in Stuttgart. Enjoy free WiFi, dry cleaning or laundry services, and laundry facilities. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (289 reviews)
No AC
"The lofts were beautiful, the amenities perfect, and the location very good. There is no AC or fans in the lofts and we were there in temperatures above 30°C and the rooms were unbearably hot until the middle of the nights once the windows opened and sun went down."

Reviewed on Jul 2, 2025

CLOUD No7 LOFTS
Adina Apartment Hotel Stuttgart

Adina Apartment Hotel Stuttgart

KOPENHAGENER STRASSE 3, Stuttgart
Book a stay at this eco-certified aparthotel in Stuttgart. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (213 reviews)
Great overnight stay at quality hotel.
"Excellent accommodation for 9 friends mixed couples. staff were fantastic. Comfortable, clean, professional and attentive staff."

Reviewed on Jul 3, 2025

Adina Apartment Hotel Stuttgart
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of Stuttgart

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4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

Traffic is horrible so plan ahead. Other than that nice city with a little bit of everything

4/5 - Good

Rico

It a nice city... Christmas market was nice.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

The winter markets were amazing. The train system out of Stuttgart and throughout Germany is excellent, and it was very easy to take trains from Stuttgart to other surrounding towns.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

The Christmas market was huge, lots of choices for food and drinks and Christmas ornaments.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

People are friendly and try to help when you need directions!

5/5 - Excellent

Jim

We went to the Bix Jazz Club; our son was performing there. We also drove to Munich and Tubingen for other concerts , and our location in Stuttgart was very convenient to the highway.

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