What to do in Mainz City Center

Activities, attractions and tours

Augustinerstrasse
Augustinerstrasse
Mainz Cathedral
Kirschgarten
Mainz Cathedral

Mainz City Center Attractions

Let Expedia help you experience the best that Mainz City Center has to offer! If you’re looking for fun itinerary ideas, we can provide you with a list of the top sightseeing attractions, as well as helping you to find unmissable activities. Whether you’re travelling with your family, planning a romantic trip with your loved one, or visiting on business, we’ll make it easy to plan an unforgettable holiday that checks all the boxes.

Activities and Tours

Mainz City Center is crammed with must-see places to visit and things to do. We can help you decide where to stay, and make it a breeze to explore the surrounding areas with our guides on where to go, what to see and when to see it. No matter how long your stay, it’s easy to find places of interest in Mainz City Center to make sure that you enjoy your experience to the fullest and don’t miss a thing. Leave the local knowledge to us and leave the hassle behind.

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Mainz City Center Attractions

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Recommended things to do in Mainz City Center

Number of things to do
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Cheapest thing to do on Expedia
Wiesbaden’s Roman Baths and Kaiser Spas: A Self-Guided Tour: CA $11
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What to do in Mainz City Center

Discover the most popular places to visit in Mainz City Center

Mainz Cathedral

Mainz Cathedral

Beneath its six soaring towers, immerse yourself in over a millennium’s worth of history at the city’s opulent sandstone cathedral.

Mainz Cathedral
Augustinerstrasse

Augustinerstrasse

Stroll through Mainz’s Old Town along this pedestrianized street, lined with shopping boutiques and a remarkably preserved assortment of colorful historic buildings.

Augustinerstrasse
Gutenberg Museum

Gutenberg Museum

In the heart of Mainz’s Old Town, trace the history of bookmaking and discover how the city served as the birthplace of modern printing.

Gutenberg Museum
Kirschgarten

Kirschgarten

Discover Mainz at its most charming in this romantic square, bordered by historic half-timbered homes and anchored by a bubbling Baroque-style fountain.

Kirschgarten
Marktbrunnen which includes heritage elements, night scenes and a square or plaza

Marktbrunnen

Marktbrunnen is just one of the places to see in Mainz City Center, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the area's museums and cathedral.

Marktbrunnen
Naturhistorisches Museum

Naturhistorisches Museum

Walk among mammoths, saber-toothed cats and other relics of the ancient world at the largest museum of natural history in Rhineland-Palatinate.

Naturhistorisches Museum

Rheingoldhalle

After visiting Rheingoldhalle, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Mainz City Center. Experience the area's museums and festivals.

Rheingoldhalle

Riverfront Promenade

You can find out about the history of Mainz City Center when you stop by Riverfront Promenade. Experience the area's museums and festivals.

Riverfront Promenade

Fastnachtsbrunnen

After visiting Fastnachtsbrunnen, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Mainz City Center. Experience the area's museums and festivals.

Fastnachtsbrunnen

 

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Day trip destinations from Mainz City Center

Kirschgarten

Mainz

Marktbrunnen which includes a church or cathedral, heritage architecture and heritage elements

Wiesbaden

The Southern railway bridge Mainz and the Mainspitze in Ginsheim, Hesse, Germany

Ginsheim-Gustavsburg

Gebäude der SCA Hygiene Products in Mainz-Kostheim, Wiesbaden

Kostheim

Frequently asked questions

Is Mainz City Center worth visiting?
One of the most common things to do in Mainz City Center is explore Mainz Cathedral. Tick this top attraction off your agenda, then discover more of the area's dining and shopping.
How do I spend a day in Mainz City Center?
Electoral Palace and Naturhistorisches Museum are two good places to kick-start your adventures. Remember to check out the shopping and dining options in Mainz City Center while you're there too.
What is the top tourist attraction in Mainz City Center?
The top tourist attraction in Mainz City Center is Mainz Cathedral, so make sure to put it on your agenda.
Is three days enough to stay in Mainz City Center?
Three days in Mainz City Center is enough to visit the city's main attractions. Many guests stay for two days on average. Mainz Cathedral, Electoral Palace and Mainz State Theatre are highly rated sights. Like to see more? Stick around a little longer to explore nearby hotspots such as Frankfurt.
Is Mainz City Center a walkable city?
Some major attractions in Mainz City Center, like Mainz Cathedral and Electoral Palace, are within walking distance. You can also experience several of the city's popular neighbourhoods on foot. Only 2 kilometres from the city centre of Mainz City Center is Neustadt and Oberstadt is 2 kilometres away.
What are some activities to do in Mainz City Center with kids?
If you're searching for tours and attractions for all the family, check out these fabulous ideas for what to do in Mainz City Center with kids.

What to do in Mainz City Center for adults?
There are plenty of things to do in Mainz City Center, with activities for adults of all ages. Cap off your day with a visit to Museum für Antike Schiffahrt.
Are there free things to do in Mainz City Center?
From checking out parks to wandering around hip neighbourhoods, it's easy to find free things to do in Mainz City Center. If you need new ideas, ask a local tour guide for recommendations. Mainz Cathedral is a great spot for anyone wishing to save on their sightseeing activities.