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A riverside town with traditional half-timbered houses, a church with a tall tower, and a bridge.
A bridge with ornate metal railings and flower planters.
A building with red brick walls, arched windows, and a statue of a knight holding a sword.
A bustling outdoor café area with tables and chairs, surrounded by potted plants and umbrellas.
A cobblestone street lined with historic buildings, a church spire, and a shop with a sign in a foreign language.

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Stuttgart: Landesmuseum Württemberg Old Castle Entry Ticket

Stuttgart: Landesmuseum Württemberg Old Castle Entry Ticket

￥1,478
per adult
Stuttgart: Landesmuseum Württemberg Old Castle Entry Ticket
Stuttgart: Wine hike with wine tasting

Stuttgart: Wine hike with wine tasting

￥5,378
per adult
Stuttgart: Wine hike with wine tasting
Stuttgart: TV Tower Tickets

Tickets SWR Fernsehturm Stuttgart

￥2,318
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Tickets SWR Fernsehturm Stuttgart
Stuttgart Scavenger Hunt and Highlights Self-Guided Tour

Stuttgart Scavenger Hunt & Highlights Self-Guided Walking Tour

￥927
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Stuttgart Scavenger Hunt & Highlights Self-Guided Walking Tour
Stuttgart: Mindful Hike to Lichtenstein Castle with Transfer

Stuttgart: Mindful Hike to Lichtenstein Castle with Transfer

￥11,128
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Stuttgart: Mindful Hike to Lichtenstein Castle with Transfer
Stuttgart: Stuttgart Wine Museum Wine Tasting

Stuttgart: Stuttgart Wine Museum Wine Tasting

￥5,007
per adult
Stuttgart: Stuttgart Wine Museum Wine Tasting
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Stuttgart: Mercedes-Benz Museum Entry Ticket

Stuttgart: Mercedes-Benz Museum Entry Ticket

9.8 out of 10 with 67 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is ￥2,860 per adult
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Hot tub and Relaxation

Hot tub and Relaxation

Activity duration is 45 minutes
6.0 out of 10 with 2 reviews
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Price is ￥6,255 per adult
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Stuttgart Self-Guided English Audio Tour on your Phone

Stuttgart Self-Guided English Audio Tour on your Phone

Activity duration is 2 hours
Free cancellation available
Price is ￥1,519 per adult
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Stuttgart: Wine hike with wine tasting

Stuttgart: Wine hike with wine tasting

Activity duration is 2 hours and 30 minutes
10.0 out of 10 with 2 reviews
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Price is ￥5,183 per adult
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LEGOLAND® Deutschland Resort Admission Ticket

LEGOLAND® Deutschland Resort Admission Ticket

Activity duration is 1 day
10.0 out of 10 with 2 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is ￥7,864 per traveler
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What to do in Esslingen

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Esslinger Burg

8.8/10 (14 reviews)
You can learn about the history of Esslingen with a visit to Esslinger Burg. Discover the area's fascinating museums and shops.
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A historic church with two towers, surrounded by a cityscape with buildings and distant power lines.

Innenstadt Esslingen

Innenstadt Esslingen is noteworthy for its historic sites, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Esslingen Christmas Market and Kessler Sekt.

Popular day trips from Esslingen

A riverside town with a traditional half-timbered house, a church, and a bridge.

Stuttgart

A night sky with fireworks exploding in various patterns.

Ostfildern

A wooden bridge with orange railings leading to a large brick building with multiple windows and arches.

Plochingen

A lush valley with vineyards, a town in the distance, and rolling hills.

Weinstadt

A rural landscape with a dirt path, a field of crops, distant hills, and a small settlement.

Kongen

A building with a sign reading "EGELISENHOF" in a grassy area with trees and a distant view of a town.

Sulzgries

Frequently asked questions

Is Esslingen worth visiting?
Known for its markets and hiking, discovering cool things to do in Esslingen is simple. Make sure to add Mercedes Benz Museum to your trip itinerary while here.
How do I spend a day in Esslingen?
Start your day with a visit to Mercedes Benz Museum and Wilhelma Zoo. Then, explore other areas of Esslingen for local restaurants and some souvenir shopping.
What is the top tourist attraction in Esslingen?
You can't go home without checking out Mercedes Benz Museum, ranked the top tourist attraction in Esslingen.
Is three days enough to stay in Esslingen?
You can easily enjoy leading attractions like Mercedes Benz Museum, Kessler Sekt and Rosenstein Park with a three-day trip to Esslingen. On average, most travelers plan two days here. There's plenty to experience nearby too, so linger longer and venture to Stuttgart.
Is Esslingen a walkable city?
Some leading sights in Esslingen, like Kessler Sekt and Nymphaea Zoo, are within walking distance. You can also enjoy several of the city's neighborhoods on foot. Only 2 kilometers from central Esslingen is Oberesslingen and Berkheim is 3 kilometers away.
What are some activities to do in Esslingen with kids?
If you are after activities and sights for all the family, here are some fabulous ideas for what to do in Esslingen with kids.

What to do in Esslingen for adults?
Kessler Sekt and Weingut Kusterer are just two of the things to do in Esslingen. With plenty of activities available, there's something here for everyone to explore.
Are there free things to do in Esslingen?
One of the easiest ways to find free things to do in Esslingen is to chat to a local tour guide. You'll get insider advice on cool neighborhoods, parks and other hotspots you can enjoy without getting your cash out. Rosenstein Park is one sight that doesn't charge an admission fee.