Suedviertel Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
Folkwang Museum
Photography, modern art and German posters are among the themes in this museum, which combines three major collections into one wide-ranging survey.
Aalto-Musiktheater
Enjoy a night of opera or ballet in this landmark theater that incorporates contemporary architecture and state-of-the-art acoustics into its design.
Stadtgarten
Modern and innovative works of art and a pair of playgrounds grace the grassy patches of the largest and oldest park in central Essen.
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Other neighbourhoods around Suedviertel
Stadtkern
Noted for its shopping and bars, there's plenty to explore in Stadtkern. Top attractions like Essen Cathedral and Philharmonie Essen are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Hirschlandplatz U-Bahn or Berliner Platz U-Bahn to see more of the city.
Stadtbezirke I
While you're in Stadtbezirke I, take in top sights like Folkwang Museum or Essen Cathedral, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Hirschlandplatz U-Bahn or Berliner Platz U-Bahn.
Ruettenscheid
Ruettenscheid is well liked for its bars and museums. If you're hoping to get in some sightseeing, Grugahalle and Grugapark Botanical Garden are top spots, and you can jump on the metro at Messe Ost-Gruga-Halle U-Bahn or Martinstrasse U-Bahn to get around.
Holsterhausen
When in Holsterhausen and the surrounding area, you'll want to check out sights like Folkwang Museum or Grugahalle and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Hobeisenbruecke U-Bahn or Holsterhauser Platz U-Bahn.
Stadtbezirke II
If you're spending time in Stadtbezirke II, check out sights like Grugahalle or Grugapark Botanical Garden and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Essen Stadtwald S-Bahn or Martinstrasse U-Bahn.
Ostviertel
You might appreciate the shopping and restaurants in Ostviertel, and if you're interested in seeing more of the area, Essen Cathedral and Philharmonie Essen are just a few notable stops.