Bremen

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Bremen featuring heritage elements as well as a small group of people
Universum Science Center featuring modern architecture and a lake or waterhole
Bremen which includes heritage elements as well as a small group of people
Kunsthalle Bremen showing interior views
Bremen showing railway items
Art galleries and antiques give visitors an insight into this historic port city in Northern Germany.

Bremen is the oldest coastal city in Germany. It grew from a small fishing village to become one of Europe’s biggest ports and the second biggest city in Northern Germany in terms of population. 

Spend a day or two exploring Bremen’s historic buildings and districts, many of which have been preserved. Bremen is northwest of Hanover on the River Weser near the North Sea. It is home to Gothic and Renaissance architecture, such as the Schötting, a 16th-century guildhall, and Böttcherstrasse, a reproduction of a medieval street filled with restaurants, shops and galleries. The street, which was reconstructed after World War II, was designed to be a recreation of German life in the city at the time.

Wander through the district of Schnoor where you will find artists and craftsmen selling African souvenirs, jewelry and Christmas accessories in unique shops and art galleries in the area’s medieval buildings. The restored historic location to the east of the city was originally home to fishermen quarters.

If you are looking for high-end shopping, try the Lloyd Passage, which is a strip of up-market chain stores. Or head to the Waterfront Shopping Center, located on the River Weser, which has more than 80 shops selling fashion, accessories, shoes and leather goods. It also holds a number of festivals, concerts and food festivals throughout the year.

You will find numerous eateries in Bremen’s shopping districts, but for traditional restaurants and cafes, head to Schlachte, along the Weser River. In Böttcherstrasse, you can try traditional cabbage and fish dishes, including Labskaus, a sailor’s dish with potatoes and corned beef.

Take a tour of Beck’s Beer brewery, which is available in English and German. Enjoy a night out in the Schlachte and Viertel districts, which cater to a younger crowd. For a more relaxed alternative, try the pubs and wineries in Böttcherstrasse.

There is an international airport 1.8 miles (three kilometers) south of downtown Bremen. The city is easy to get around by bus and tram.

Where to stay in Bremen

Bremen Roland Statue which includes heritage elements and a square or plaza as well as a small group of people

Altstadt Bremen

5/5(26 area reviews)

Unique features of Altstadt Bremen include the river views and historic sites. Make a stop by Bremen Town Musicians or Bremen Roland Statue while you're exploring the area.

Altstadt Bremen
Universum Science Center which includes modern architecture

East Bremen

The coffeehouses and parks are just a few things visitors like about East Bremen. Weser Stadium and Universum Bremen are worthwhile spots to check out, and you can hop on the metro at Bremen Sebaldsbrück Tram Stop or Bremen-Hemelingen S-Bahn to get around the larger area.

East Bremen
Am Wall showing a lake or waterhole and a park as well as an individual male

Mitte

Unique features of Mitte include the river views and historic sites. Make a stop by Bremen Christmas Market or Bremen Town Musicians while you're exploring the area.

Mitte
Looking across the river at the old wharf Christmas market.

South Bremen

South Bremen is a destination travelers like for its bars, and you might hop aboard the metro at BSAG-Zentrum Tram Stop or Flughafen Bremen Station to explore sights like Beck's Brewery.

South Bremen
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West Bremen

West Bremen is a destination travelers like for its bars, and you might hop aboard the metro at Bremen Walle Station or Bremen Oslebshausen Station to explore sights like ÖVB Arena.

West Bremen
Train station, hub of the city.

Bahnhofsvorstadt

4/5(29 area reviews)

Visitors to Bahnhofsvorstadt enjoy its spas, and if you want to do some exploring, Ubersee-Museum is worth a stop.

Bahnhofsvorstadt
Hotel Bremer Haus

Hotel Bremer Haus

Löningstr. 16-20, Bremen, HB
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ¥11,482 per night from Sep 14 to Sep 15
¥11,482
¥12,860 total
Sep 14 - Sep 15
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Bremen. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (923 reviews)
"Clean and pleasant, for me the only drawback is that the entrance to the hotel is inconvenient for clients with luggage, you have to climb steps."

Reviewed on Aug 27, 2025

Hotel Bremer Haus
Maritim Hotel Bremen

Maritim Hotel Bremen

4.5 out of 5
Hollerallee 99, Bremen, HB
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ¥10,720 per night from Sep 14 to Sep 15
¥10,720
¥12,007 total
Sep 14 - Sep 15
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Bremen. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (996 reviews)
"Bestes Hotel. Sehr schöner Pool. Sehr saubere Zimmer. Familien Zimmer sehr schön und groß."

Reviewed on Aug 29, 2025

Maritim Hotel Bremen
Pentahotel Bremen

Pentahotel Bremen

August-Bebel-Allee 4, Bremen, Bremen
The price is ¥12,471 per night from Oct 14 to Oct 15
¥12,471
¥13,968 total
Oct 14 - Oct 15
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Bremen. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (251 reviews)
Parking bad
"Parking is 15 pounds!!! Be careful"

Reviewed on Aug 13, 2025

Pentahotel Bremen
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.
Numa Bremen Saga

Numa Bremen Saga

Hanseatenhof 7, 28195, Bremen
Stay at this aparthotel in Bremen. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Am Wall Windmill and Casino Bremen are ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (27 reviews)
"This was actually a very nice property. Clean and updated and new. We have two kids and four adults and had plenty a room. There was construction outside the building, but once that is done it will be a lot easier to access it. Wonderful place. I would recommend!"

Reviewed on May 30, 2024

Numa Bremen Saga
Aparthotel Adagio Bremen

Aparthotel Adagio Bremen

BAHNHOFSPLATZ 41, Bremen
Book a stay at this eco-certified aparthotel in Bremen. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (196 reviews)
A nice and cozy hotel near the Train station in Br
"This Adagio hotel was a real joy! Near the train station in Bremen, is easy to walk to. There are many wonderful dining options around - walking away from the station, not towards! A complete kitchenette (with a stove, fridge, microwave, etc.) in the room was a perfect solution for my morning tea ..."

Reviewed on Apr 27, 2025

Aparthotel Adagio Bremen
Nicetostay

Nicetostay

Edisonstraße 3, Bremen, HB
Stay at this aparthotel in Bremen. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Popular attractions Rhododendron-Park and Focke Museum are located nearby.
7.6/10 Good! (4 reviews)
"Alles gut soweit. Meinem Mann hat die persönliche Kommunikation beim Check-in gefehlt. Ich fand es unkompliziert und völlig in Ordnung. Das Einzige, was ich bemängeln würde: Es war schon sehr warm – trotz einer Außentemperatur von nur ca. 21°."

Reviewed on Aug 17, 2025

Nicetostay
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 Bremen

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5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

After living in the Bremen vicinity for 3 years always happy to come back to this cozy town

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Great base for sightseeing and for a visit to renowned Jacobs University

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Cute northern German city. The old town has some cool architecture. There isn't a lot to see, one full- day gets you the main sites.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

There are some good restaurants around the train station. Did not go beyond the immediate area of the train station howeve.r

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

It's a super eco-friendly city. It's safe, calm and multi cultural. The people are helpful and can speak English. Overall, the city is breathtaking. I enjoyed my stay

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Beautiful city. The only thing is that most places don't accept credit cards. There are plenty of ATM's tho

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