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Your Jena Vacation

When a city break is calling, answer it with a Jena vacation package. The neighborhood of Niederroßla, which is great for hiking, nature and history, makes a wonderful base for your adventures. A trip to Jena is a great opportunity to take in the sights. Make sure you visit big-name attractions such as JenTower, Zeiss Planetarium and Botanischer Garten. Expedia is here to help you escape your daily routine. Tailor your vacation to Jena to match your travel style, whatever that may be.

Discover the most popular places to visit in Jena

Jen-Tower showing a city, tranquil scenes and landscape views

JenTower

Get exceptional views of Jena and the surrounding hills from the top of this distinctive socialist-era skyscraper in the heart of the city.

JenTower
Zeiss Planetarium showing a statue or sculpture and a garden

Zeiss Planetarium

Be entertained and educated by the music, light and star shows projected inside the dome of this historic and beautiful building in Jena.

Zeiss Planetarium
Botanischer Garten which includes a skyscraper and a garden

Botanischer Garten Jena

Appreciate the sights and smells of this extensive and well-maintained complex that served as romantic inspiration for Goethe’s influential work.

Botanischer Garten Jena

Jena Hotel Deals

Dorint Hotel Esplanade Jena

Dorint Hotel Esplanade Jena

Carl-Zeiss-Platz 4, Jena, TH
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$108 nightly
The price is $116 total per night from Aug 31 to Sep 1
$116 total
Aug 31 - Sep 1
Total includes taxes and fees
9/10 Wonderful! (668 reviews)
"Everything was good and the only thing that wad annoyed is that the Air condition didn't work from 22 to 7 It was pretty hot in my room and the staff didn't tell me that this is the routine"

Reviewed on Aug 10, 2025

Dorint Hotel Esplanade Jena
MAXX Hotel Jena

MAXX Hotel Jena

4 out of 5
Stauffenbergstr. 59, Jena, TH
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$66 nightly
The price is $70 total per night from Aug 17 to Aug 18
$70 total
Aug 17 - Aug 18
Total includes taxes and fees
8/10 Very Good! (516 reviews)
"Uniquely beautiful, staff are extremely polite and courteous. Breakfast buffet was phenomenal as was Restaurant and bar! Great view out patio, I spent hours setting there!"

Reviewed on May 26, 2025

MAXX Hotel Jena
Best Western Hotel Jena

Best Western Hotel Jena

4 out of 5
Rudolstädter Straße 82, Jena, TH
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$86 nightly
The price is $92 total per night from Aug 16 to Aug 17
$92 total
Aug 16 - Aug 17
Total includes taxes and fees
7.8/10 Good! (322 reviews)
"I appreciated the quick service. The dinner menu was well balanced and delicious. I ordered the salmon- so well done, maybe a little less spinach ? The breakfast bar was sufficient and organized well. Again, the service was really fantastic! thanks!"

Reviewed on Apr 30, 2025

Best Western Hotel Jena
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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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Frequently asked questions

How much does a Jena vacation package cost?
You'll find cheap prices on Expedia for your Jena break. However, a range of factors like the season, length of stay and your choice of hotel will influence how much your vacation to Jena costs.
What are the cheapest months to go to Jena?
You can generally find lower rates and greater availability in November, December and January. Browse our cheap Jena vacation packages and you could score some great off-season discounts.
How many days is enough for Jena?
We'd recommend booking a Jena vacation for at least 2 days. This gives you time to check off popular sights such as Optical Museum Jena and Stadtmuseum & Kunstsammlung Jena, as well as check out neighborhoods like Jena-Zentrum and Neulobeda. You could even squeeze in a day trip or two outside of Jena.
Is it worth booking a vacation package to Jena?
Whether you'd like to explore major attractions such as JenTower and Zeiss Planetarium on your Jena vacation, or coming for its excellent family-friendly attractions, nature and views, there's something for everyone here. With so many things to do, you'll soon learn why so many travelers think Jena is a good vacation destination.
How to find the best Jena package deals?
Use Expedia's handy filters to find some unbeatable Jena package deals. When you start your search, just set your maximum budget and then order the results by "Price: low to high." If you want to save, plan your escape for midweek, or look for Jena package deals in the off-peak season. Switch up your travel dates and you may score even bigger discounts. As a rule of thumb, it's usually best to lock in your vacation package well in advance.
Is it cheaper to book a Jena vacation as a package?
An Expedia vacation package could land you considerable savings when compared to arranging accommodations and flights individually. Better still, you can personalize your Jena getaway to fit your exact style. Choose your preferred flight time, select the hotel type and add a rental car. Explore our bundles to see how much you can save.
When to book a vacation package to Jena?
If you're planning a spontaneous Jena trip, check out our last-minute deals that can be booked up to a week before you go. Prefer not to wait until the last minute? You can land terrific deals on your hotels and flights by booking well in advance.
How to plan a trip to Jena?

  1. Pick the ideal time to travel: Your schedule, favorite season and the type of weather you enjoy can all impact your decision on when to go to Jena.
  2. Budget wisely: In addition to the cost of your accommodations, you'll need to factor in other expenses too. These include food, transportation and flights. Also, set aside some extra funds for unexpected costs that could crop up during your trip to Jena.
  3. Explore Jena using our trip planning tool: Gain insights into the leading attractions and best hotels for your trip to Jena. You can also save your favorite locations, collaborate with friends and family and manage your plans in one place.
  4. Decide how long to go away for: Now that you're more familiar with Jena, you can figure out the right length of your vacation. Put together a draft itinerary and allocate enough time to cover everything you want to see.
  5. Bundle your airfare and accommodations: Once you've settled on your dates and duration, book the right Jena vacation package for you.
  6. Book any day trips or activities: Now to the fun part — organizing everything you want to see and do. Check out some of the top things to do in Jena and reserve your tickets early to save time (and maybe some money too!).

Does Expedia offer Book Now, Pay Later Jena vacation packages?
If you're anything like us, you love discovering new places but are not a fan of the big price tag that can come with it. That's why we've created Book Now, Pay Later vacations. With help from online lender Affirm, you can spread the cost of your Jena break over 3, 6 or 12 months. There are also no late payment fees or hidden costs, so you can secure great vacation packages with payment plans as soon as you see them.
* Savings based on package bookings compared to the price of the same components booked separately. Savings not available on all packages.