Oberstadt Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Oberstadt
Popular places to visit
St. Achatius
Find out about the history of Mainz with a stop at St. Achatius. Discover the area's museums and cathedral.
Gutenberg University
Enjoy the student vibe at Gutenberg University during your stay in Mainz. Discover the area's museums and cathedral.
Mainz Citadel
After visiting Mainz Citadel, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Mainz City Center. Find time to visit the spas in this walkable area.
Activities
Audio Tour of Mainz: A Guide to the Town where Bookprinting Began
Private Audiobook City Rally in Mainz City Centre
Private Audiobook City Rally in Wiesbaden's Old Town
Small Group Rheingau Vineyards Tour with Castles and Abbeys
Our pick of the best Oberstadt Hotel Deals
Leonardo Hotel Mainz
"Nice hotel , but a bit outdated."
Reviewed on 19 June 2026
IntercityHotel Mainz
"All good very clean very friendly"
Reviewed on 2 June 2026
Me and All Hotel Mainz, by Hyatt
"Excellent"
Reviewed on 20 May 2026
Sheraton Frankfurt Airport Hotel & Conference Center
"Fantastic location with clean modern rooms. Great cigar bar too. Restaurants were more than adequate and the breakfast was great. Right on the airport no need for taxi or train. The Squaire is also great for quick shopping or alternative restaurants."
Reviewed on 20 June 2026
IntercityHotel Frankfurt Hauptbahnhof Süd
"So, first avoid staying near the Hauptbahnhof. Outside of the rail station it smells like rotting meat and there are homeless everywhere and people using drugs. Aside from that the hotel is okay. I can’t say anything about breakfast as I did not get it there. The room was nice, but only one pillow ..."
Reviewed on 21 June 2026
Hyatt Place Frankfurt Airport
"Excellent overall, location n proximity to the airport"
Reviewed on 21 June 2026
Our guide on where to stay in Oberstadt
Altstadt Mainz
You'll enjoy the museums and churches in Altstadt Mainz. You might want to make time for a stop at Mainz Cathedral or Gutenberg Museum.
Neustadt
You might enjoy the river views while in Neustadt. Zollhafen Mainz is a notable sight, and you can get around town at Mainz Central Station Tram Stop or Mainz Hauptbahnhof West/Taubertsbergbad Tram Stop to see more of the city.
Bretzenheim
Unique features of Bretzenheim include the restaurants and shopping. Make a stop by Mewa Arena or St. Achatius while you're exploring the area.
Gonsenheim
When in Gonsenheim and the surrounding area, you'll want to check out sights like Mewa Arena or Zollhafen Mainz and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Hugo-Eckener-Straße Tram Stop or Gonsenheim Gonsbachgärten Tram Stop.
Hartenberg-Münchfeld
Restaurants and historical sites are notable features of Hartenberg-Münchfeld. You might consider stopping by St. Achatius while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
