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Starlight Express Theater

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Get tickets for a show at Starlight Express Theater, a theater with a story to tell in Ruhrstadion. Experience the area's theater scene and museums.
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Wattenscheid

The restaurants and shopping are just a few features travelers like about Wattenscheid. If you want to do some sightseeing nearby, Bermuda3Eck and German Mining Museum are a few top places to visit.

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Bochum Mitte

If you're spending time in Bochum Mitte, check out sights like German Mining Museum or Zeiss Planetarium Bochum and hop on the metro to see more the city at Deutsches Bergbau-Museum U-Bahn or Feldsieper Strasse U-Bahn.

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Innenstadt Bochum

Innenstadt Bochum is well-liked for its museums and churches. If you're hoping to get in some sightseeing, Zeiss Planetarium Bochum and German Mining Museum are top spots, and you can jump on the metro at Bochum Rathaus U-Bahn or Deutsches Bergbau-Museum U-Bahn to get around.

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Bochum Süd

While you're in Bochum Süd, take in top sights like Bochum Botanical Garden or Bochumer Golf Club, and hop on the metro to see more the city at Ruhr-Universitaet U-Bahn or Markstrasse U-Bahn.

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Wiemelhausen

Appreciated for its restaurants and museums, you might consider exploring Wiemelhausen. Check out the variety of things to see and do like Bochum Civic Theatre, and jump on the metro at Wasserstrasse U-Bahn or Brenscheder Strasse U-Bahn to get around the city.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Bochum worth visiting?
Famous for its family-friendly attractions and festivals, discovering cool things to do in Bochum is a breeze. Make sure to add Bodelschwingh Castle to your trip itinerary while here.
How do I spend a day in Bochum?
Start your adventures with a visit to Bodelschwingh Castle and Struenkede Castle. Then, tour other areas of Bochum for local restaurants and some retail therapy.
What is the top tourist attraction in Bochum?
Bodelschwingh Castle is one of the top tourist attractions in Bochum and deserves a spot on every sightseeing list of the area.
Is three days enough to stay in Bochum?
Three days will give you enough time to tick off the leading city highlights, such as Struenkede Castle, Bochum Civic Theatre and Kleines Theater Herne. The average stay in Bochum is two days. If you feel the urge to extend your adventure, Düsseldorf isn't far away.
Is Bochum a walkable city?
That comes down to what you want to do and see in Bochum. Several key attractions, such as Bochum Civic Theatre and RuhrCongress Bochum, are accessible on foot. If you're up for a wander through some of Bochum's best neighborhoods, Bochum Mitte is 2 kilometers away from downtown, while Innenstadt Bochum is 0.64 kilometers away from the center and also within walking distance.
What are some activities to do in Bochum with kids?
Deciding what to do in Bochum with kids is easier than ever. Whether you have teenagers or toddlers, there are plenty of family-friendly tours and activities to keep them happy here.

What to do in Bochum for adults?
There's no shortage of things to do in Bochum, with activities for adults of all ages. Finish your day off at Meditherme Ruhrpark or Red Dot Design Museum.
Are there free things to do in Bochum?
From relaxing in parks to wandering around vibrant neighborhoods, it's simple to discover free things to do in Bochum. If you're in need of ideas, get some tips from a local tour guide. Struenkede Castle is a must for anyone wanting to save on their sightseeing adventures.