Stadtbezirke I
Essen
Visit Stadtbezirke I
Popular places to visit
Folkwang Museum
Photography, modern art and German posters are among the themes in this museum, which combines three major collections into one wide-ranging survey.
Aalto-Musiktheater
Enjoy a night of opera or ballet in this landmark theater that incorporates contemporary architecture and state-of-the-art acoustics into its design.
Stadtgarten
Modern and innovative works of art and a pair of playgrounds grace the grassy patches of the largest and oldest park in central Essen.
University of Duisburg-Essen
Walk around the campus at University of Duisburg-Essen during your stay in Essen. Experience the area's theater scene and live music.
Philharmonie Essen
Enjoy a show at Philharmonie Essen, a theater with a story to tell in Essen. Experience the area's theater scene and live music.
Limbecker Platz
During your visit to Essen, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Limbecker Platz. Experience the area's theater scene and live music.
Stadtbezirke I Hotel Deals
Residence Inn by Marriott Essen City
Great service and very clean.
Reviewed on Nov 10, 2025
Maritim Hotel Düsseldorf
Staff are friendly and helpful. Room was spotless. Good facilities at the hotel.
Reviewed on Jan 26, 2026
Holiday Inn Express Düsseldorf – Hauptbahnhof by IHG
Really nice hotel. Super clean, nice rooms, friendly staff. Only stayed one night, but it was perfect.
Reviewed on Jan 29, 2026
H2 Hotel Düsseldorf City
Lovely modern room
Reviewed on Feb 10, 2026
H2 Hotel Düsseldorf Seestern
Room was clean, breakfast just ok, the check in was messy, someone else was checked into my room under my name....after all I got another room but it took a long time to sort out.
Reviewed on Feb 11, 2026
Leonardo Hotel Düsseldorf Airport Ratingen
Friendly staff Good location for the airport Clean albiet dated rooms
Reviewed on Jan 23, 2026
Other neighborhoods around Stadtbezirke I
Stadtkern
Noted for its shopping and bars, there's plenty to explore in Stadtkern. Top attractions like Philharmonie Essen and Limbecker Platz are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Hirschlandplatz U-Bahn or Berliner Platz U-Bahn to see more of the city.
Ostviertel
Well-liked for its shopping and restaurants, you might stop by Philharmonie Essen and Limbecker Platz while you're exploring Ostviertel and the surrounding neighborhoods.
Südostviertel
While there might not be top attractions in Südostviertel, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Philharmonie Essen and International Christmas Market Essen.
Suedviertel
The bars and museums are just a few things visitors like about Suedviertel. Aalto-Musiktheater and Folkwang Museum are worthwhile spots to check out, and you can hop on the metro at Philharmonie U-Bahn or Bismarckplatz U-Bahn to get around the larger area.
Westviertel
You'll enjoy the bars and theaters in Westviertel. You might want to make time for a stop at Limbecker Platz or Colosseum Theater.
Huttrop
Though Huttrop might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Philharmonie Essen and Limbecker Platz.
