Popular places to visit
Luxembourg City Hall
Admire the elegant neoclassical hall that holds the offices of the local government, located on the site of a former Franciscan monastery.
Grand Ducal Palace
Take a tour of the official residence of the Grand Duke of Luxembourg or simply view its breathtaking Flemish-Renaissance façade from the street.
Notre-Dame Cathedral
Explore this late-Gothic cathedral, home to exquisite stained-glass windows and an important statue of the Virgin Mary.
Place d'Armes
Enjoy a meal under the shade of a lime tree or see an outdoor performance at this popular pedestrianized square.
Adolphe Bridge
A symbol of Luxembourg’s independence, this historic bridge is best known for its scenic views.
Place Guillaume II
Admire architectural masterpieces, attend concerts and shop at markets at this medieval square in the heart of Luxembourg City’s historic center.
Things to do
Tip-Based Luxembourg Walking Tour in English
Luxembourg Christmas Walking Tour in the city
Luxembourg Self Guided Heritage Walking Tour with Mobile App
Luxembourg in 1 Day: Main Highlights of the City with In-App Audio Tour
Romantic Quest in Luxembourg: Self-Guided Love Story Walk
Discover Luxembourg’s most Photogenic Spots with a Local
Top hotels in Pfaffenthal
Doubletree by Hilton Luxembourg
Great staff, nice clean room, decent breakfast. Bus to town every hour from outside. I recommend.
Reviewed on 7 Jan 2026
B&B HOTEL Luxembourg Centre Cloche D'Or
Clean, modern, hotel with friendly staff and great coffee. Also great value and good location.
Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026
Van der Valk Hotel Luxembourg - Arlon
Really lovely hotel, staff friendly and helpful. Room requests met. Large rooms, big comfortable beds and lots of amenities. Restaurant a bit hit and miss - service struggled at busy times. Would definitely stay again.
Reviewed on 31 Dec 2025
Mercure Luxembourg off Kirchberg
Good and cozy. Convenience
Reviewed on 27 Dec 2025
City Hotel
the hotel is central and walkable to the train station and the local tram and buses pass right outside the hotel. The room was clean and reasonably sized and staff were friendly and efficient to interact with.
Reviewed on 14 Jan 2026
LEGERE HOTEL Luxembourg
Nice hotel in a secluded area, but useful and a good price, nice large rooms, easy facilities (I like the self-serve) facility and a good bar/restaurant. Will stay again.
Reviewed on 19 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Pfaffenthal
Ville Haute
Take time in Ville Haute to visit attractions like Place Guillaume II and Grand Ducal Palace. You might also appreciate the abundant dining options, and you can hop on the metro at Hamilius Tram Stop to see more of the city.
Uewerstad
If you're spending time in Uewerstad, check out sights like Place d'Armes or Place Guillaume II and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Hamilius Tram Stop or Centre, Stäreplaz / Étoile Tram Stop.
Clausen
While visiting Clausen, you might make a stop by sights like Rives de Clausen and Dent Creuse.
Limpertsberg
You might enjoy the restaurants on your visit to Limpertsberg. Visitors recommend a visit to Grand Theatre of Luxembourg, and you can get around town on the metro at Centre, Stäreplaz / Étoile Tram Stop.
Gronn
If you're spending some time in Gronn, Neumunster Abbey and National Museum of Natural History are top sights worth seeing.
European Quarter
European Quarter is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by D'Coque National Sport Centre and Plateau du Kirchberg while in the area.
