Things to do in Aachen

Activities, attractions and tours

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North Rhine-Westphalia showing heritage architecture
Aachen Cathedral featuring heritage elements, heritage architecture and a church or cathedral
Aachen Cathedral featuring a church or cathedral, religious elements and heritage architecture
Aachen showing street scenes and heritage elements
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What to do in Aachen

Popular places to visit

Aachen Cathedral which includes heritage elements, heritage architecture and a church or cathedral

Aachen Cathedral

4.5/5(23 reviews)

Visit one of the oldest cathedrals in Northern Europe to see a fascinating collection of medieval art and admire the church’s stunning architecture.

Aachen Cathedral
Aachen Town Hall featuring heritage architecture

Aachen Town Hall

4/5(1 review)

Built on the ruins of Charlemagne’s palace, this town hall is regarded as a masterpiece of Gothic and Baroque architecture in Aachen.

Aachen Town Hall

Carolus Thermen Bad Aachen

5/5(3 reviews)

You can find out about the history of Aachen when you stop by Carolus Thermen Bad Aachen. Visit the area's cathedral and spas.

Carolus Thermen Bad Aachen

Hauptstadion

4.5/5(3 reviews)

You can take time to visit Hauptstadion during your travels to Aachen. Visit the area's cathedral and spas.

Hauptstadion

CHIO Aachen

You can take time to visit CHIO Aachen during your travels to Aachen. Visit the area's cathedral and spas.

CHIO Aachen

RWTH Aachen University

4/5(3 reviews)

Enjoy the student vibe when you visit RWTH Aachen University during your trip to Aachen. Visit the area's cathedral and spas.

RWTH Aachen University

New Tivoli Stadium

Catch an event at New Tivoli Stadium during your trip to Aachen. Visit the area's cathedral and spas.

New Tivoli Stadium

University Hospital RWTH Aachen

If University Hospital RWTH Aachen is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Aachen.

University Hospital RWTH Aachen

Ponttor

Learn about the local history of Aachen with a stop at Ponttor. Visit the area's cathedral and spas.

Ponttor

Areas of Aachen

Aachen Cathedral featuring religious aspects, a church or cathedral and heritage architecture

Aachen-Mitte

Aachen-Mitte is noteworthy for its historical sites, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Aachen Cathedral and Aachen Town Hall.

Aachen-Mitte
Panorama Stadtbild Aachen

Laurensberg

You'll enjoy the bars and parks in Laurensberg. You might want to make time for a stop at Hauptstadion or New Tivoli Stadium.

Laurensberg
Landscape in Aachen Brand

Brand

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Brand and surrounding area, you can visit Eifelsteig and Carolus Thermen Bad Aachen.

Brand
Frankenberg Castle At Night Panorama, Aachen

Frankenberg Quarter

Though Frankenberg Quarter may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Aachener Zoo and Theater Aachen.

Frankenberg Quarter
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Pontviertel

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Pontviertel and surrounding area, you can visit Ponttor and Aachen Town Hall.

Pontviertel
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Preuswald

Though Preuswald may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Dreilaendereck and Drielandenpunt.

Preuswald
Burg Stolberg über der historischen Altstadt

Stolberg

Top View on Vaals

Vaals

From the beautiful hills of Holland, Belgium and Germany you can get a good view on the very ugly power plant Weisweiler which is often generating a lot of smoke and makes the air dirty.

Eschweiler

Kerkrade featuring heritage architecture

Kerkrade

Frequently asked questions

Is Aachen worth visiting?
One of the most popular things to do in Aachen is visit Aachen Town Hall. Check this top sight off your agenda, then discover more of this area's family-friendly attractions and history.
How do I spend a day in Aachen?
Start your sightseeing with a visit to Aachen Town Hall and Eifelsteig. Then, tour different parts of Aachen for a quick bite and a little retail therapy.
What is the top tourist attraction in Aachen?
Don't go home without exploring Aachen Town Hall, ranked the top tourist attraction in Aachen.
Is three days enough to stay in Aachen?
You can easily tour top sights like Aachen Town Hall, Katschhof and Theatre Aachen with a three-day trip to Aachen. On average, most travellers plan two days here. There's plenty to see and do nearby too, so stay a bit longer and check out Maastricht.
Is Aachen a walkable city?
With exciting neighbourhoods and major sights within walking distance of the city centre, Aachen is a good destination to explore on foot. Have fun wandering between Aachen Town Hall and Katschhof. Then take a stroll through Aachen-Mitte, located 2 kilometres from the centre, and Laurensberg, which is roughly 3 kilometres away.
What are some activities to do in Aachen with kids?
Planning what to do in Aachen with kids has never been easier. Whether you're getting away with teenagers or little ones, there are loads of family-friendly attractions to keep them busy here.

What to do in Aachen for adults?
Whether you're an avid foodie, culture enthusiast or outdoor explorer, there are plenty of things to do in Aachen for adults including Köpfchen and Carolus Thermen Bad Aachen.
Are there free things to do in Aachen?
From relaxing in parks to strolling around exciting neighbourhoods, it's a breeze to find free things to do in Aachen. If you need inspiration, get some recommendations from a local tour guide. Eifelsteig is a great spot for anyone wanting to save on their sightseeing adventures.

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