What to do in Canton Luxembourg

Activities, attractions and tours

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Activities

Guided Walking Tour in Luxembourg City, sightseeing.lu

Luxembourg City Cultural Walking Tour with sweet delight

NZ$50
per adult
Luxembourg City Cultural Walking Tour with sweet delight
Tip-Based Luxembourg Walking Tour in English

Tip-Based Luxembourg Walking Tour in English

NZ$6
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Tip-Based Luxembourg Walking Tour in English
Discover Luxembourg’s most Photogenic Spots with a Local

Discover Luxembourg’s most Photogenic Spots with a Local

NZ$112
per adult
Discover Luxembourg’s most Photogenic Spots with a Local
Mudam Luxembourg – Musée d'Art Moderne Grand-Duc Jean, I. M. Pei architect design © Photo : Rémi Villaggi | Mudam Luxembourg

Mudam Luxembourg Museum Entrance Ticket

NZ$20
per adult
Mudam Luxembourg Museum Entrance Ticket
Luxembourg City: Walking Tour with Optional Wine Tastings

Luxembourg City: Walking Tour with Optional Wine Tastings

NZ$50
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Luxembourg City: Walking Tour with Optional Wine Tastings
Romantic Quest in Luxembourg: Self-Guided Love Story Walk

Luxembourg City Romantic Game: Walking Tour & Scavenger Hunt

NZ$19
per adult
Luxembourg City Romantic Game: Walking Tour & Scavenger Hunt
Luxembourg City: Guided Walking Tour with Cultural Insights

Luxembourg City: Guided Walking Tour with Cultural Insights

NZ$50
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Luxembourg City: Guided Walking Tour with Cultural Insights
The Best of Luxembourg City Guided E-bike Tour

The Best of Luxembourg City Guided E-bike Tour

NZ$152
per adult
The Best of Luxembourg City Guided E-bike Tour
Private Original Walking Tour of Luxembourg

Private Original Walking Tour of Luxembourg

NZ$160
per adult
Private Original Walking Tour of Luxembourg
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1. Luxembourg City Hall

Luxembourg City Hall (Hôtel de Ville de Luxembourg) is the pride of the city, where the mayor performs civic duties and foreign dignitaries are welcomed to the beautiful historic city center. Looking out over the city’s main square, Place Guillaume II, the stunning neoclassical building has been at the center of decades of historic events in Luxembourg City. Admire this symmetrical 19th-century building when exploring the pretty plaza.
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2. Grand Ducal Palace

The Grand Ducal Palace, or Groussherzogleche Palais, is a stately 16th-century manor in the heart of Luxembourg City’s historic quarter. Admire the stunning architecture and ornate stonework from the street and watch the changing of the guard. Tour the beautifully furnished halls and rooms of the residence of the Grand Duke of Luxembourg during the summer months to admire the period interiors and splendid furnishings.
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3. Notre-Dame Cathedral

The distinct spires of Notre-Dame Cathedral define Luxembourg City’s skyline. Appreciate the cathedral’s architectural design, which is primarily Gothic, but also features Renaissance and Baroque elements. The cathedral houses an impressive crypt and serves as the center of the city’s Octave of Our Lady of Luxembourg celebrations.
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A cathedral interior with high vaulted ceilings, large stained glass windows, and rows of wooden pews.

4. Place d'Armes

Place d’Armes is one of Luxembourg City’s central squares. It has served as a local gathering place for centuries. Take a break from sightseeing and stop at one of the surrounding restaurants and cafés. During the summer, you might also catch a concert taking place on the bandstand.
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A bustling outdoor cafe area with people dining under umbrellas, surrounded by trees and various restaurants.

5. Place Guillaume II

Place Guillaume II is a public square framed by café terraces and impressive buildings. The origins of Place Guillaume II can be traced back to the 1200s, when it was the site of a Franciscan monastery. Locals often call it Knuelder, which is a reference to the knot of a Franciscan monk’s belt.
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6. Chemin de la Corniche

Join the other tourists that line up along Chemin de la Corniche to admire the architectural grandeur of Luxembourg City. This pedestrian walkway follows the course of the city’s former ramparts, which rise up above the River Alzette. The French and Spanish erected Chemin de la Corniche in the 1600s and it was turned into a level pathway when the fortress made way for the modern-day city. Batty Weber, one of the nation’s most-loved authors, described it as Europe’s most beautiful balcony.
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7. Adolphe Bridge

Adolphe Bridge is one of Luxembourg’s most recognizable attractions, making frequent appearances on the city’s postcards and tourism brochures. The bridge connects the Upper City to the Bourbon plateau. Walk across the structure to see picturesque views over the Petrusse Valley and the city.
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What to do in Canton Luxembourg

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Luxembourg City Hall

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Admire the elegant neoclassical hall that holds the offices of the local government, located on the site of a former Franciscan monastery.
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Find the best Canton Luxembourg areas for the activities you enjoy most.
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Gare

Noted for its historical sites and coffee shops, there's plenty to explore in Gare. Top attractions like den Atelier and Post and Telecommunication Museum are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Paräisser Plaz/Place de Paris Tram Stop or Place de Metz Tram Stop to see more of the city.

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Ville Haute

Take time in Ville Haute to visit attractions like Place Guillaume II and Grand Ducal Palace. You might also appreciate the abundant dining options, and you can hop on the metro at Hamilius Tram Stop to see more of the city.

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Kirchberg

Kirchberg is noteworthy for its shopping, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Plateau du Kirchberg and European Parliament Luxembourg.

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Bonnevoie

Travellers choose Bonnevoie for its ample dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Lycée Bouneweg Tram Stop or Leschte Steiwer/Dernier Sol Tram Stop and check out top sights like Stade Achille Hammerel.

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Uewerstad

If you're spending time in Uewerstad, check out sights like Place d'Armes or Place Guillaume II and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Hamilius Tram Stop or Centre, Stäreplaz / Étoile Tram Stop.

 

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Day trip destinations from Canton Luxembourg

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