Augsburg

Travel Guide

Augsburg
Augsburg
Augsburg
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This southern Bavarian college city is one of Germany’s oldest cities and is known for its striking architecture and rich history.

Augsburg was originally founded in 15 B.C. on the orders of Roman Emperor Augustus. The city was considered a tactically sound military location because it was ideally situated between the Lech and Wertach Rivers, close to many passes through the mountains. It prospered under Roman rule, and although it was attacked on a number of occasions, it grew after each setback.

See the Town Hall and many other sites that are important to the city’s role as an administrative center. Notice the building’s Renaissance style, which was an architectural masterpiece at the time of its completion in 1620. It was the first building in the world to be built more than six stories high. Explore Golden Hall within the building, which is extravagantly decorated in extensive gold inlay and murals. From there, head to nearby Perlachturm, a 10th-century watchtower, also known for its distinguished architecture.

The Schaezlerpalais is an extravagantly decorated Baroque palace. Wander through its courtyards, gardens and ballrooms and visit the Deutsche Barockgalerie, an art gallery housed inside the palace. The artwork displayed in the gallery comes from private lenders and focuses on the Baroque period.

There are a number of churches to see across the city. The Cathedral of Augsburg, founded in the 11th century, is a Romanesque and Gothic style building and is one of the city’s main attractions, along with the Basilica of St. Ulrich and Afra.

Visit Fuggerei, considered to be one of the world’s first housing projects for needy citizens. The group of houses is still in use today. Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart’s great-grandfather lived on the estate and is commemorated by a nearby plaque.

Augsburg is a college city, home to both the University of Augsburg and the Hochschule Augsburg. The lively nightlife reflects this, with students flocking to pubs, the local brewery and a walking street filled with small shops. A number of beer gardens and dance clubs in the city also serve the college students of the area.

Where to stay in Augsburg

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Innenstadt

4.5/5(35 area reviews)

Innenstadt is noteworthy for its historic sites, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Augsburg Town Hall and Augsburg Christmas Market.

Innenstadt

Pfersee

Pfersee might not have many top sights, but Town Hall Square and Augsburg Christmas Market are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Pfersee
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Jakobervorstadt-Nord

Travelers like the museums in Jakobervorstadt-Nord, and Bertolt-Brecht-Haus is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Jakobervorstadt-Nord

Bahnhofs- und Bismarckviertel

Unique features of Bahnhofs- und Bismarckviertel include the restaurants and shopping. Make a stop by Jüdisches Kulturmuseum or Botansicher Garten - Japan Garten while you're exploring the area.

Bahnhofs- und Bismarckviertel

Augsburg-Göggingen

5/5(1 area review)

You'll enjoy the bars and shopping in Augsburg-Göggingen. You might want to make time for a stop at Augsburg Western Woods Nature Park or Golf Augsburg.

Augsburg-Göggingen
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Innenstadt - Sankt Ulrich-Dom

While visiting Innenstadt - Sankt Ulrich-Dom, you might make a stop by sights like Town Hall Square and Augsburg Christmas Market.

Innenstadt - Sankt Ulrich-Dom
Dorint An der Kongresshalle Augsburg
Dorint An der Kongresshalle Augsburg
Imhofstr. 12, Augsburg, BY
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ¥11,404 per night from Jul 27 to Jul 28
¥11,404
¥12,203 total
Jul 27 - Jul 28
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Augsburg. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (858 reviews)
"Great breakfast"

Reviewed on Jul 4, 2025

Dorint An der Kongresshalle Augsburg
Leonardo Hotel Augsburg
Leonardo Hotel Augsburg
Langenmantelstraße 21, Augsburg
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ¥11,425 per night from Jul 27 to Jul 28
¥11,425
¥12,225 total
Jul 27 - Jul 28
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this eco-certified hotel in Augsburg. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a fitness center, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (360 reviews)
Great breakfast! Nice hotel! So-so A/C
"The breakfast was great and location met our needs. The staff was friendly and the hotel was clean and had good WiFi. The air conditioning was poor so if you are going in the summer and want a cool room to sleep in this might not meet your needs."

Reviewed on Jul 4, 2025

Leonardo Hotel Augsburg
Hotel Maximilian's
Hotel Maximilian's
5 out of 5
Maximilianstr. 40, Augsburg, BY
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Augsburg. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (795 reviews)
"The location of the hotel is the best in Augsburg."

Reviewed on Jun 23, 2025

Hotel Maximilian's
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
elaya hotel augsburg
elaya hotel augsburg
Peter-Dörfler-Straße 34, Augsburg, BY
Stay at this aparthotel in Augsburg. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Rosenaustadion and Botansicher Garten ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (66 reviews)
"It’s everything ok"

Reviewed on Sep 14, 2024

elaya hotel augsburg
Limehome Augsburg Pilgerhausstraße
Limehome Augsburg Pilgerhausstraße
Pilgerhausstrasse 10, Augsburg
Stay at this apartment in Augsburg. Enjoy free WiFi, balconies, and an in-room coffeemaker. Popular attractions Bertolt-Brecht-Haus and Fugger Museum and Fuggerei ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (11 reviews)
"Check in was easy. The apartment is on a busy street (some street noise) and the neighbors smoke (so it comes in through open windows). Other than that, it is very clean and perfect for our needs for one night."

Reviewed on Dec 10, 2024

Limehome Augsburg Pilgerhausstraße
Beautiful apartment with WIFI
Beautiful apartment with WIFI
Augsburg
Stay at this apartment in Augsburg. Popular attractions Rosenaustadion and Jüdisches Kulturmuseum are located nearby.
abgewohntes Appartement direkt am Fußweg einer mittelstark befahrenen Straße
"Keine Antworten vom Vermieter auf Rückfragen, ungenügende Informationen zu Lage und Ausstattung des Appartements, beim Check-in hat freundliche Frau telefonisch geholfen, es war nur 1xBettwäsche hergerichtet, obwohl für 4 Personen gebucht (das war wohl ein internes Problem - wurde relativ schnell ..."

Reviewed on Jan 7, 2024

Beautiful apartment with WIFI
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of Augsburg

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3/5 - Okay

Verified traveler

A bit boring city

5/5 - Excellent

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Simply beautiful Christmas destination

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Augsburg is an amazing clean city, people are very helpful. Had changed dramatically from thirty years ago which sadly is to be expected. Still thrilled I went back and I want to go again just not as long of a time span in between!

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

It's very cute. We used it as a base to tour the area along the Romantic Road which is so unbelievably scenic!

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

Seemed a bit too quiet at night in the city center. The Botanischer Garten is absolutely wonderful, but quite small.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Augsburg is a charming historic town with great food

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