Leipzig is a vibrant city with a rich history, culture, infrastructure, and attractions. At one point, the city was considered as the most productive manufacturing hub in Germany, and in recent times, it is emerging as one of the most livable cities in Europe. As far as tourism goes, however, Leipzig falls behind the likes of Cologne, Berlin, Munich, and Dresden. But this is by no means an indication that it is handicapped when it comes to activities and attractions that may be of interest to tourists. Scroll down to learn about some of the things to do in Leipzig, Germany.
1. Tour the city on a Trabi car (from USD 63.95)
The iconic Trabi car is a major attraction in the city of Leipzig, and going for a tour aboard this legendary car is an experience not to be missed. It is not just the history of the car, but also the comfortable and effortless means they provide for exploring the city that makes them such a darling to many tourists. During the tour, in addition to learning more about the car, you will also go past some of the city’s most beautiful sights, including the Monument to the Battle of the Nations, Gohlis Palace, the zoo, St. Thomas Church, and Gewandhaus among others.
Leipzig: 90-Minute Trabi City Tour
Duration: 1.5 hour
2. Enjoy scavenger hunting in Leipzig city center (from USD 43.25)
A great way to explore the city is to go on a scavenger hunt to learn and discover exciting information and sample some of the top attractions within the city center. With this hunt, you will be solving riddles and looking for clues, always moving from one site to another as you attempt to get the solutions. The directions will be clear and you will find it extremely fulfilling to explore the entire city center on foot, encountering attractions such as Auerbach’s Keller, the Moritzbastei, and the opera among others.
Leipzig City Centre: Scavenger Hunt Self-Guided Tour
Duration: 3.5 hour
3. Go on a haunted guided tour (from USD 18.43)
If you are inquisitive enough, or you love paranormal activities, then you have every reason to go on this tour. It is nearly two hours of a tour of the haunted side of Leipzig. With the goose-bump-inducing events and the creepy secrets of the city’s past, it will be apparent to you why Leipzig is a top destination for travelers who believe in ghosts. It is also during this tour that you will learn about the evilest man who ever lived on earth; when he visited Leipzig and the kind of impression he left behind that still lingers up to date.
Gruseltour Leipzig: A Haunted Guided Tour
Duration: 1.5 hour
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4. Learn about Leipzig's musical heritage (from USD 150.5)
Leipzig may be known for commerce and trade, but you will be surprised to learn that it is one of the few musical capitals in Europe. The city has very strong connections to great musicians such as Schumann, Mendelssohn, Bach and Wagner among others. With this trip, you will walk the Leipzig Musical Trail that will take you through the city’s music history, musical museums, the opera, the Gewandhaus and St. Thomas Church. This is an exciting tour if you have a double passion for history and music.
Music in Leipzig – Bach, Wagner and the Thomanerchor
Duration: 1.5 hour
5. Explore the gigantic Leipzig Panometer
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The Leipzig Panometer, also known as Asisi Panometer, is a fusion of a panorama and a gasometer that is no longer in use. It is an unusual concept of artist Yadegar Asisi whose ingenuity to use paper and pencil, combined with modern computing, has given rise to baffling monumental scenes from history and nature. The works you find on the Panometer keep on changing every two to three years, with the past themes featuring the Amazon, Titanic, Mount Everest, Ancient Rome and the Battle of Leipzig among others.
Leipzig Panometer
Address: Richard-Lehmann-Straße 114, 04275 Leipzig, Germany
Website: Leipzig Panometer
Opening hours: 10am - 5pm (daily)
6. Learn about German history at Zeitgeschichtliches Forum
Zeitgeschichtliches Forum is a museum dedicated to the reunification of East Germany since 1949. The museum has permanent exhibition documents, including personal accounts, and propaganda posters that document all the aspects of life under the SED regime. You will also find football jerseys used by GDR national team, photographs, consumer products, medals, communication equipment and archived documents that tell the stories of the civil courage it took to bring an end to the famous Berlin Wall.
Zeitgeschichtliches Forum
Address: Grimmaische Str. 6, 04109 Leipzig, Germany
Website: Zeitgeschichtliches Forum
Opening hours: Tue - Fri: 9am - 6pm; Sat - Sun: 10am - 6pm (closed on Mon)
7. Marvel at the history and architecture of St. Nicholas Church
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St. Nicholas Church will always be remembered for the role it played during the famous Monday Demonstrations. It is a gothic and baroque church that was the venue of the very initial peaceful anti-government campaigns in 1989. The church supported the protesters and it held peace prayers every Monday from 1982, and it was on this wave that protesters rode to finally bring political changes to East Germany. In history, the church has been around for more than 250 years and is also where the famous Bach wrote many of his compositions.
St. Nicholas Church
Address: Nikolaikirchhof 3, 04109 Leipzig, Germany
Opening hours: 10am - 6pm (daily)
8. Admire fine art at Museum der Bildenden Kunste
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Posted by Museum der bildenden Künste Leipzig on Friday, September 6, 2019
Museum der Bildenden Kunste is a bold glass cube located right at the center of the city. It is a fine-arts museum that was reopened in 2004 after the building it previously occupied was wiped out during the war. Its exhibitions include arts from medieval times to date, including masterpieces by legends such as Frans Hals, and Lucas Cranach. The museum also houses the Stages of Life - a painting by the famous Casper David Friedrich which is considered as one of the masterworks of the German Romantic movement.
Museum der Bildenden Kunste
Address: Katharinenstraße 10, 04109 Leipzig, Germany
Opening hours: Wed: 12pm - 8pm; Thu - Sun: 10am - 6pm (closed on Mon)
Price: 12 USD
9. Tour the magnificent Volkerschlachtdenkmal
The Volkerschlachdenkmal is a war monument erected in 1913 and at 91 meters (299 feet) tall, it remains among the tallest war monuments in the continent of Europe. The monument reminds us of the story of the Battle of Leipzig, and the ensuing defeat of Napolean by a coalition of armies from Austria, Sweden, Russia, and Prussia. Nearly 600,000 troops took part in the battle, making it the largest in pre-World War I.
Volkerschlachdenkmal
Address: Str. Of 18 October 100, 04299 Leipzig, Germany
Opening hours: 10am - 6pm (daily)
10. Discover the life and work of Johann Sebastian Bach at Bach-Museum
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Bach-Museum is right opposite St. Thomas Church, and it contains incredible collections that will give you a glimpse into the life of Johann Sebastian Bach. You will find a treasure room with handwritten music manuscripts by Bach, musical instruments such as a violin, and the console of an organ. You will also see his family tree, including the number of his family members who were also involved in music.
Johann Sebastian Bach at Bach-Museum
Address: Thomaskirchhof 15/16, 04109, Leipzig, Saxony, Germany
Website: Johann Sebastian Bach at Bach-Museum
Opening hours: Tue - Sun: 10am - 6pm (closed on Mon)
11. Catch a choir performance at St. Thomas Church
St. Thomas Church, Leipzig, Germany
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St. Thomas Church has a lot of history and cultural significance in the region. It has been Bach’s burial place since the 1950s, and it is also home to the famous St. Thomas Choir – one of the most prestigious choirs in the world up to date. Catch a concert on Sunday, then tour the Baroque Tower whose construction was completed in 1702. If you visit on Friday, Saturday or Sunday, you will be entertained by the melodious tunes of the choir, and you can also sing along in the corridors.
St. Thomas Church
Address: Thomaskirchhof 18, 04109 Leipzig, Germany
Opening hours: 9am - 6pm (daily)
12. Go shopping in the Market Square
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Irrespective of the time of your visit, there will always be an activity taking place at the Markt – the Market Square. Visit this place to sample a variety of experiences including shopping in the medieval-themed stalls and watching sideshows such as jousting by street performers.
Markt
Address: Markt, 04109 Leipzig, Germany
Opening hours: 24 hours (daily)
13. Discover more about the SED regime at Museum der Runden Ecke
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Posted by Orte der Demokratiegeschichte on Friday, September 28, 2018
Museum der Runden Ecke used to be the headquarters of Stasi, and two days after the fall of the Berlin Wall, the Monday demonstrators occupied this building. This was a demonstration of how a Peaceful Revolution led to the fall of the SED government. Most of the building’s interior is still intact as it was before the fall of the wall. Exhibits inside include items that tell the story and the methods used by the state security services during the reign of the Stasi.
Museum der Runden Ecke
Address: Dittrichring 24, 04109 Leipzig, Germany
Website: Museum der Runden Ecke
Opening hours: 10am - 6pm (daily)
14. Experience a thrilling motorboat sightseeing cruise (from USD 17.34)
Leipzig has a network of canals that carry on the story of its industrial heritage and its rich history. With the canal sightseeing cruise, you will explore the major canals, including the most beautiful canal in the city – Karl Heine Canals. The cruise will also see you meander your way through the old industrial district, the striking Stelzenhaus, the famous Baedeker Villa and the western territories, while you enjoy brief moments of silence to soak in the beautiful nature around the canals.
Leipzig: City History Canal Sightseeing Tour on a Motorboat
Duration: 70.0 minute
15. Visit the fascinating Carolas Garden (from USD 13.74)
At Carolas Gardens, Artist Yadegar Asisi is on a mission to create a microscopic panorama, which, by 2019, was regarded as the world’s largest 360-degree panorama. You will learn about the biodiversity of a typical domestic garden in addition to experiencing an authentic transition of day and night inside the panorama. These are just but a few of the highlights of the tour, and it is something you should not miss.
Leipzig: Carolas Garden 360° Panorama Ticket
16. Take a comedy tours through the old town (from USD 36.42)
You will tour Leipzig’s Old Town aboard a comfortable bus while you enjoy comedy shows. The jokes are numerous, the stories are funny, with lots of unusual activities during the trip. Another feature of this innovative comedy experience is the beautiful sights you will uncover as you snake your way through the old town.
Leipzig: Comedy Tour through the Old Town (Tour in German)
Duration: 1.5 hour
17. See beautiful animals at Leipzig Zoo (from USD 19.0)
Opened in 1878, Leipzig Zoo is one of the oldest zoos and also one of the most modern zoos in the country. It features n indoor environment kept at a constant temperature and varying humidity. Inside the zoo, you will find a variety of tropical plants as well as animals such as giant otters, monkeys, leaf-cutter ants, turtles, komodo dragons, and different fish species. Within the zoo, there is a separate indoor hall that is dedicated to gorillas, orangutans, and bonobos.
Leipzig Zoo Entrance Ticket
Duration: 1 to 3 hours
Rich history and culture await you in Leipzig
Though overshadowed by some of the top tourist cities in Germany, Leipzig also has its charms worth checking out. It is a city of incredible history and culture. Use the recommendations of things to do in Leipzig, Germany, discussed above to guide your tour.
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