TOP 5 cities in Germany to visit

Germany is a country that attracts the attention of fans of antiquity, architectural monuments and modern buildings. Thousands of tourists from different countries come here every year. Today we will look at the most beautiful places in Germany that are definitely worth visiting.

It is very easy to get to this country from Ukrainian cities by bus, there are many direct flights or options with transfers, for example, in Poland. It is convenient to buy a transport ticket using the euroTICKET service. Offers from various carriers are available here, so you can choose the optimal departure time, price and other conditions.

1. Munich is the capital of the federal state of Bavaria

This city is located in the south of Germany and is the third largest in the country after Berlin and Hamburg. Currently, Munich is not only included in the list of one of the most beautiful cities in Germany, but is also considered the IT capital of the country. The official year of foundation is 1158.

When you arrive in Munich, the first thing you should visit is:

  • Marienplatz. This is the central square of the city, its history begins in the distant 12th century. Here the largest number of tourists, they are attracted not only by the grandeur of this place, but also by the architecture;
  • New Town Hall. This is a building with a neo-Gothic facade, which is located on Marienplatz. One of the details that attracts attention is the mechanical figures on the front, which perform a dance every day at 11:00;
  • Nymphenburg Castle. Previously, it was the summer residence of the electors, it was built in the 17th century. The building is decorated in the Baroque style, inside it there are about 50 rooms, you can also see expensive stucco and decoration;
  • A. Dürer Museum. If you love art, visit it to see the masterpieces of the famous artist with your own eyes.

Among other interesting places in Munich is the Olympic Park, which was created for the Olympic Games, which were held in the summer of 1972. To get to know Bavarian culture better, visit the Viktualienmarkt market with its bright virtual stalls.

2. Stuttgart is the capital of the federal state of Baden-Württemberg

This city is located in southwestern Germany, it is visited by people who want to get acquainted with the stunning architecture and elegantly decorated modern residential buildings. The approximate date of foundation is 950, but Stuttgart received the status of a city in 1321 as a royal residence.
Among the most interesting places for tourists:

  • The New Palace of the 18th century. This is a large complex that amazes with its beauty. Next to it is the Schloss Garten park with cozy alleys and fountains;
  • the Mercedes-Benz Museum. Located in a modern spiral-shaped building. Visitors are offered a collection of unique cars, starting with the first ones, released in the 19th century;
  • the zoological and botanical gardens. This is a huge complex with an area of ​​30 hectares, where you can see elephants, giraffes and many other animals, including exotic ones.

Stuttgart is included in the list of cities in Germany that are worth visiting, also thanks to the picturesque Killesberg Park and the tower. The pearl of architecture is the Stadtbibliothek, or library.

3. Dresden: the charming capital of Saxony

This city in Germany is often called “Florence on the Elbe” because it is very picturesque. The first mentions of it appear in the 13th century, and it is currently considered a center of culture and art. Among the main attractions of Dresden:

  • the picture gallery. It is this that every tourist who comes to this city wants to visit. This art museum houses Raphael’s outstanding masterpiece “Sistine Madonna”;
  • the Frauenkirche church. Its construction began in 1726, when it was the center of the Lutheran community. The Gothic-style building is especially impressive with the view of the city from a height;
  • Semperoper. This is an opera house, the building of which is created in the neo-Gothic style – it is considered the symbol of the city.

Not far from Dresden is a picturesque region called Saxon Switzerland. Here you can see many unusual plants, walk through the forest and see the Elbe Sands.

4. Hamburg: a large river and sea port of Germany

Hamburg is unique primarily because it is both a city and a federal state. It ranks 2nd in terms of population in the country. The year of foundation is considered to be 810, and currently it is home to the largest seaport in Germany.
In Hamburg, it is worth visiting first of all:

  • Kunsthalle gallery. This is the largest art museum in the country with an area of ​​​​150,000 m², it consists of three buildings built in different historical eras;
  • Town Hall on Old Town Square. This elegant building is one of the main attractions of Hamburg;
  • St. Michael’s Church. This is the main Protestant building of the city with a 132-meter bell tower.

Hamburg is also on the list of the most interesting cities in Germany thanks to its large seaport.

5. Berlin: the incredible capital of Germany

According to statistics, this city is visited by up to 10 million tourists from all over the world every year. Berlin is on the list of the largest cities in Germany and attracts attention not only with its rich history, but also with its underground culture. Among its main attractions:

  • The Brandenburg Gate is a symbol of the city, it is near it that the
  • Every tourist takes a photo;
  • The Berlin Wall is a historical building that tells about the times when the city was divided into western (FRG) and eastern (GDR) parts;
  • Reichstag. At one time, this building was a place for meetings of legislative bodies, including the Third Reich. Now it is also used by members of parliament.

The Berlin Cathedral is also impressive – a Protestant church built in the Neo-Renaissance style.
Visiting these, as well as other cities in Germany, is simple – buy a bus ticket and go on a trip.