Old Town Leipzig
Leipzig
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Popular places to visit
Leipzig University
Tour the campus of one of the oldest universities in the world, where historic buildings share a site with sleek new constructions.
St. Thomas Church
Experience the heavenly music and soaring architecture of a church where great musical composer Johann Sebastian Bach is interred.
Leipzig Opera
Enjoy a show at Leipzig Opera, a theater with a story to tell in Leipzig. While you're in the area, find time to visit its shops.
St. Nicholas Church
Peaceful revolutions, legendary composers and religious reformation all feature in the history of this fascinating 850-year-old church.
Bach Museum
Find out what inspired a musical genius in a museum dedicated to the life and work of one of the greatest classical music composers.
Augustusplatz
Note the medley of architectural styles in this grand 18th-century square, which is surrounded by some of the city’s most acclaimed cultural institutions.
Things to do
Houses, Courtyards and Passages - Private City Tour of Leipzig
Leipzig exclusive: Private Old Town Tour with Certified Guide
Leipzig: 1.5-Hour Historical Walking Tour in German
Leipzig: 360° Panorama THE CATHEDRALE OF MONET ticket
Discover Leipzig: a Tour to the Top Sights with Self-Guided Audio Tour
Old Town Leipzig Hotel Deals
Leipzig Marriott Hotel
Water at the pool was very cold every one was hanging out in jacuzzi, where water was a little wormer than in the pool.
Reviewed on Nov 3, 2025
Premier Inn Leipzig City Oper
Clean hotel with friendly staff at a very convenient location.
Reviewed on Nov 20, 2025
Adina Apartment Hotel Leipzig
Room was clean, bathroom was nice. Bed was hard and uncomfortable
Reviewed on Dec 14, 2025
elaya hotel leipzig city center
Great location and very basic but nice hotel. The bed and pillows were terrible though.
Reviewed on Dec 19, 2025
Vienna House Easy by Wyndham Leipzig
Clean and spacious room, comfy bed, and friendly people at check in. Plus, the breakfast is well worth the extra cost. Just a bit more than a block from the train station—perfect!
Reviewed on Dec 9, 2025
Capri by Fraser Leipzig
Quick and easy checkin. Very nice room. Five minute walk to Christmas Market.
Reviewed on Nov 30, 2025
Other neighborhoods around Old Town Leipzig
Mitte
Museums, historic sites, and theaters highlight some notable features of Mitte. Make a stop by Leipzig's Old Town Hall or Leipzig Market Square while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Leipzig Markt S-Bahn or Augustusplatz Tram Stop to get around town.
Zentrum
Consider a visit to Leipzig's Old Town Hall and take some time to enjoy the abundant dining options during your time in Zentrum. If you want to see more of the city, jump on the metro at Leipzig Markt S-Bahn or Augustusplatz Tram Stop.
Zentrum-West
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Zentrum-West and surrounding area, you can visit Bach Museum and Leipzig's New Town Hall.
Zentrum-Süd
Discover Zentrum-Süd, memorable for its restaurants. Popular attractions in Zentrum-Süd include Federal Administrative Court of Germany and Gallery for Contemporary Art Leipzig, and you can see more of the area by hopping on the metro at Leipzig Wilhelm-Leuschner-Platz S-Bahn.
Zentrum-Ost
Discover Zentrum-Ost, memorable for its bars. Popular attractions in Zentrum-Ost include Promenaden Hauptbahnhof Leipzig and Sommersaal, and you can see more of the area by hopping on the metro at Coppiplatz Tram Stop.
Zentrum-Nord
Shopping, historic sites, and restaurants are some highlights of Zentrum-Nord. You might stop by Leipzig Zoo or Promenaden Hauptbahnhof Leipzig while you're in the area.