Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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.
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.
Chemin de la Corniche
For great views over the city, follow this scenic pathway along a section of Luxembourg City’s 17th-century defensive walls.
Things to do
Tip-Based Luxembourg Walking Tour in English
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
Top hotels in Pfaffenthal
Doubletree by Hilton Luxembourg
The room was very clean, but there was no bottled water provided, and the coffee wasn’t replenished in the morning.
Reviewed on 17 Nov 2025
NH Luxembourg Airport
I had the best time ever, nice room, the staff members were nice, and professional, I loved the place I'm definitely going back.
Reviewed on 11 Nov 2025
B&B HOTEL Luxembourg Centre Cloche D'Or
THE STAFF! Clean room, overall amenities and the location. Near a mall, the buses and the train.
Reviewed on 24 Nov 2025
City Hotel
I will definitely choose City Hotel for my next visit to Luxembourg. It offers everything a solo traveler could want: clean, quiet rooms with ample storage space and a lovely bathroom, plus a comfortable bed and satisfying breakfast. The staff are particularly friendly and attentive. In addition, ...
Reviewed on 28 Nov 2025
NOTO Hotel
Is it good and confortable place. It is far away from the city center
Reviewed on 27 Nov 2025
LEGERE HOTEL Luxembourg
Nice location.easy reach trom airport
Reviewed on 25 Oct 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.
Weimerskirch
Though Weimerskirch may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Plateau du Kirchberg and European Parliament Luxembourg.
