Highlights
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Visit exciting museums such as the Baden-Württemberg House of History, the Mercedes-Benz Museum and the Porsche Museum. Or how about a musical at the SI-Centrum in Stuttgart?
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Is shopping a highlight for you? Then the Outletcity Metzingen is the right place for you. With over 70 brand outlets such as Armani Prada, Hugo Boss, etc., every fashion enthusiast will be delighted!
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Celebrate and enjoy in Stuttgart? The Stuttgart wine village, the Festival of Lights, the Stuttgart Spring Festival and the contemplative Christmas Market are just some of the highlights that await you...
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The opera house and the Stuttgart Ballet offer performances of the highest artistic calibre.
Frequently asked questions
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Among the best-known museums in Stuttgart are the Mercedes-Benz Museum and the Porsche Museum, both of which trace the history of the automobile through historical vehicles and technical innovations. Also worth a visit are the House of History Baden-Württemberg, which provides an overview of the region’s history from the 19th century to the present day, and the Stuttgart Art Museum, which specialises in modern and contemporary art.
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Stuttgart does not have a traditional, enclosed old town like other German cities. Instead, there are several smaller historic areas, including Schlossplatz with the New Palace and the Bohnenviertel with its narrow streets and local eateries. The Stuttgart Market Hall complements the city centre as a striking historic building.
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The main attractions in Stuttgart can be divided into central city locations and notable destinations. These include Schlossplatz with the New Palace and the Königsbau, the Wilhelma zoological and botanical gardens, and the Stuttgart TV Tower, which offers views over the city. These are complemented by the Mercedes-Benz Museum and the Porsche Museum, both well-known cultural institutions.
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Away from the well-known sights, places such as the Bopser Forest and the Karlshöhe offer peaceful vantage points over the city. The Weißenhofsiedlung is regarded as a significant example of modern architecture, whilst the Bohnenviertel offers a glimpse into older urban structures away from the main thoroughfares. The vineyards between Heslach, Untertürkheim and Bad Cannstatt are also easy to explore via steps and footpaths.