1. Musée national d'histoire et d'art Luxembourg

Don’t be fooled by its modern exterior, as this museum offers visitors a range of exhibitions dating back to the Roman era. Set time aside so that you can carefully view all the historic gems on display. The exhibits include Baroque paintings, images of Goethe, and excavated artifacts from Dalheim, to name a few. Also, there’s a cafeteria on site if you get hungry and Luxembourg’s city center is in the immediate vicinity.

Musée national d'histoire et d'art Luxembourg

Address: Marché-aux-Poissons Luxembourg, 2345, Luxembourg

Website: Musée national d'histoire et d'art Luxembourg

Opening hours: Tue - Wed, Fri - Sun: 10am - 6pm; Thu: 10am - 8pm (closed on Mon)

Price: Permanent exhibitions: Free; Temporary exhibitions: 8 USD

2. Pfaffenthal lift

The Pfaffenthal lift has been recently upgraded and now offers panoramic views of the Alzette valley due to its glass construction. You’ll gradually ascend above the city and watch the pedestrians and cyclists making their way around town. Be sure to bring your camera or smartphone along to take plenty of stunning photos. And the best part, the entire trip is free of charge as long as the elevator isn’t down for maintenance.

Pfaffenthal lift

Address: 2 Rue du Pont, 2344, Luxembourg

Opening hours: 6am - 1am (daily)

Price: Free

3. Grand Ducal Palace

Without a doubt, Grand Ducal Palace is one of the most impressive buildings in Luxembourg. It boasts Flemish Renaissance architecture, which dates back to the 16th century, and its impressive lights are designed by Ingo Maurer. Be sure to book a guided tour so that you can view its stunning interiors and learn about its history. Furthermore, you’ll learn about the royals that have stayed here, such as the Grand Duke of Luxembourg, Grand Duke William III, Grand Duchess Emma, and Prince Henry.

Grand Ducal Palace

Address: 17 Rue du Marché-aux-Herbes, 1728, Luxembourg

Website: Grand Ducal Palace

4. Vianden Castle

You won’t only find majestic castles in the British Isles, France, and Germany when visiting Europe. Luxembourg has its fair share of beautiful and historic castles and Vianden Castle is a good example of what to expect. This fortified castle dates back to the 10th century and boasts the distinctive Romanesque architectural style with some additional Gothic modifications. Also, it features a chapel on the upper levels, and since it’s built on a rocky elevation, it overlooks River Our and the nearby town.

Vianden Castle

Address: Montée du Château, 9408 Vianden, Luxembourg

Website: Vianden Castle

Opening hours: 10am - 5pm (daily)

5. Parc Merveilleux

Parc Merveilleux is worth visiting if you have kids tagging along during your upcoming trip to Luxembourg. It’s a quirky park with plenty of trees, a playground area, and several animals such as goats and penguins. They sell food packets on site so that kids can feed some of the animals and there are also restaurants to get food and drinks. It’s easily accessible since it’s situated near public transport and it also features decent parking facilities.

Parc Merveilleux

Address: Route de Mondorf, 3260 Bettembourg, Luxembourg

Website: Parc Merveilleux

Price: 11 USD

6. Casemates du Bock

Casemates du Bock consists of a network of underground tunnels that were constructed for defensive purposes. These stretch for approximately 23 kilometers (14 miles) and showcase the impressive craftsmanship of Austrian, French, and Spanish fortress builders that settled in this area. The tunnels were originally built in 1644 but underwent several alterations and expansions until the fortress was dismantled in 1867. And since 1994, Casemates du Bock has been registered as UNESCO World Heritage Site, which makes it a must-see attraction.

Casemates du Bock

Address: 10 Montée de Clausen, 1343, Luxembourg

Website: Casemates du Bock

Opening hours: 10am - 5:30pm (daily)

Price: 8 USD

7. Place Guillaume II

You’ll want to spend some time in the southern part of Luxembourg since this is where you’ll find the local town square known as Place Guillaume II. And, there are several key attractions nearby such as Krautmaart, Luxembourg City Hall, and Ville Haute quarter. But what you’ll immediately notice is the iconic statue of Duke William II riding his horse, which is a prominent part of the eastern side of the square. Moreover, the square is also renowned for hosting music events such as the Rock um Kneudler that attracts rock fans from all over.

Place Guillaume II

Address: 23 Rue du Fossé, 1536, Luxembourg

Opening hours: 24 hours (daily)

8. Grand Duke Jean Museum of Modern Art

If you’ve already visited Musée national d'histoire et d'art Luxembourg and still can’t get enough of beautiful artworks, then you’ll be pleased to know that there’s another great option available. Head over to Grand Duke Jean Museum of Modern Art and get exposed to modern art created by the world’s leading artists and designers. Several big names include Marina Abramović, Claude Closky, Richard Deacon, Gilbert & George, Steve McQueen, Fiona Rae, Thomas Struth, Kara Walker, and Andy Warhol.

Grand Duke Jean Museum of Modern Art

Address: 3 Park Drai Eechelen, 1499, Luxembourg

Website: Grand Duke Jean Museum of Modern Art

Opening hours: Thu - Mon: 10am - 6pm; Wed: 10am - 9pm (closed on Tue)

Price: 9 USD

9. Adolphe Bridge

Adolphe Bridge is an elegant structure that features large and distinctive double arches. Construction began in 1900 and ended three years later, and the bridge is named after Grand Duke Adolphe. It allows traffic to cross over the Pétrusse valley and connects Boulevard Royal to Avenue de la Liberté. Furthermore, there are bidirectional bicycle and twin pedestrian paths, making it easy for cyclists and pedestrians to transverse the bridge. A bidirectional tram line is under construction on the upper deck and expected to be completed by 2020.

Adolphe Bridge

Address: Uewerstad, 1212, Luxembourg

Website: Adolphe Bridge

Opening hours: 24 hours (daily)

10. Cathédrale Notre-Dame (from USD 71.0)

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Find out what makes Luxembourg so special by booking this exciting tour where you’ll visit the city’s most important attractions. These include the stunning Cathédrale Notre-Dame, the scenic town of Dinant, and Luxembourg’s Old Town. The tour guide will take you to all these places and many others and also unveil the history of notable government buildings such as the European Court of Justice and the Secretariat of the European Parliament. This makes sense when one considers that these play a defining role within the European Union.

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Nature and history all in one tiny country

Luxembourg is a fascinating country due to its diminutive size, beautiful natural surroundings, and historic buildings. The Alzette and Pétrusse valleys will take your breath away and you can view both from up and above from the Pfaffenthal lift and Adolphe Bridge, respectively. And, buildings such as Grand Ducal Palace and Cathédrale Notre-Dame will amaze you with their stunning architecture.