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A large, modern building with a curved roof and a sign that reads "Zeiss Planetarium Bochum."
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Dortmund: Borusseum Borussia Dortmund Museum Entry Ticket

Dortmund: Borusseum Borussia Dortmund Museum Entry Ticket

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Dortmund: Borusseum Borussia Dortmund Museum Entry Ticket
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Dortmund's queer history

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Dortmund's queer history
Dortmund: Skywalk

Dortmund: Skywalk

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Dortmund: Skywalk
Essen: City Walking Tour with Local Guide

Essen: City Walking Tour with Local Guide

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Essen: City Walking Tour with Local Guide
Essen: Sunset Open-Top Bus Tour with Tetraeder Visit

Essen: Sunset Open-Top Bus Tour with Tetraeder Visit

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Essen: Sunset Open-Top Bus Tour with Tetraeder Visit
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Starlight Express Theater

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Get tickets for a show at Starlight Express Theater, a theater with a story to tell in Ruhrstadion. Experience the area's theater scene and museums.
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The Deutsches Bergbau-Museum with a large sculpture in front.
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Bochum Mitte

If you're spending time in Bochum Mitte, check out sights like German Mining Museum or Zeiss Planetarium Bochum and hop on the metro to see more the city at Deutsches Bergbau-Museum U-Bahn or Feldsieper Strasse U-Bahn.

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Wattenscheid

The restaurants and shopping are just a few features travelers like about Wattenscheid. If you want to do some sightseeing nearby, Bermuda3Eck and German Mining Museum are a few top places to visit.

A large open grassy area with a prominent building featuring a tall, triangular structure in the center.

Innenstadt Bochum

Innenstadt Bochum is well-liked for its museums and churches. If you're hoping to get in some sightseeing, Zeiss Planetarium Bochum and German Mining Museum are top spots, and you can jump on the metro at Bochum Rathaus U-Bahn or Deutsches Bergbau-Museum U-Bahn to get around.

An industrial complex with multiple smokestacks, surrounded by residential buildings and greenery.

Bochum Süd

While you're in Bochum Süd, take in top sights like Bochum Botanical Garden or Bochumer Golf Club, and hop on the metro to see more the city at Ruhr-Universitaet U-Bahn or Markstrasse U-Bahn.

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Wiemelhausen

Appreciated for its restaurants and museums, you might consider exploring Wiemelhausen. Check out the variety of things to see and do like Bochum Civic Theatre, and jump on the metro at Wasserstrasse U-Bahn or Brenscheder Strasse U-Bahn to get around the city.

 

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Popular day trips from Bochum

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Dortmund

A lake surrounded by greenery and hills, with a large industrial structure on the left.

Castrop-Rauxel

A historic building with a fountain in a garden.

Gelsenkirchen

A cityscape with traditional buildings, a church spire, and a clear sky.

Hattingen

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Witten

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Essen

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Herne

Frequently asked questions

Is Bochum worth visiting?
One of the most common things to do in Bochum is explore Bodelschwingh Castle. Tick this top attraction off your to-do list, then experience more of the area's family-friendly attractions and festivals.
How do I spend a day in Bochum?
Once you've visited popular attractions like Bodelschwingh Castle and Alma Park, spend some time enjoying Bochum's shopping and food scene.
What is the top tourist attraction in Bochum?
Bodelschwingh Castle is one of the top tourist attractions in Bochum and deserves a place on every sightseeing list of the area.
Is three days enough to stay in Bochum?
Three days in Bochum is more than enough to enjoy the city's main highlights. Many travelers spend two days on average. Struenkede Castle, Kleines Theater Herne and Bochum Civic Theatre are among the most popular sights. Like to discover more? Stick around a little longer to visit nearby hotspots like Düsseldorf.
Is Bochum a walkable city?
With exciting neighborhoods and top attractions within walking distance of the city center, Bochum is a great place to experience on foot. Enjoy wandering between Bochum Civic Theatre and RuhrCongress Bochum. Then take a stroll around Bochum Mitte, located 1 mile from downtown, and Innenstadt, which is about 0.4 miles away.
What are some activities to do in Bochum with kids?
Whether you're traveling with tiny adventurers or hard-to-please teens, a schedule filled with fun activities is the key to a stress-free getaway. Check out our ideas for what to do in Bochum with kids.
What to do in Bochum for adults?
Whether you're a culture enthusiast, avid foodie or adventure seeker, there's no shortage of things to do in Bochum for adults including German Mining Museum and Meditherme Ruhrpark.
Are there free things to do in Bochum?
From checking out parks to wandering around exciting neighborhoods, it's a breeze to discover free things to do in Bochum. If you need inspiration, ask for recommendations from a local tour guide. Struenkede Castle is a top spot for anyone planning to save on their traveling adventures.

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