Old Town Bonn
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Popular places to visit
Beethoven House
Learn about the life and achievements of Ludwig van Beethoven in the world-famous composer’s birthplace, which houses a museum and memorial site.
University of Bonn
Take a campus tour or just explore the area of University of Bonn during your travels in Bonn. Take in the museums while you're in the area.
Beethoven Monument
Check out a 19th-century bronze statue of Beethoven, one of the city’s favorite sons, when you stroll around the bustling city square of Münsterplatz.
Bonn Marketplace
Stroll around Bonn’s historic market square and admire magnificent rococo architecture or have a refreshing meal in a lively outdoor café.
Old Town Hall
Appreciate the elegant rococo design of this old civic building overlooking the city’s spacious marketplace square and find out about its famous former visitors.
Bonn Minster
See the sky-piercing spires and intriguing courtyard sculptures in one of Germany’s oldest churches, a Romanesque minor basilica in downtown Bonn.
Things to do
Bonn Self-Guided Sherlock Holmes Murder Mystery Game
Private audio book city rally in Bonn city centre
Bonn Exploration Game and City Tour on your Phone
Bonn Government District : Audio tour with real city guide
Beethoven’s Birthplace Self Guided Tour through Bonn’s Old Town
Top hotels in Old Town Bonn
Dorint Hotel Bonn
Great hotel. Staff very helpful. Ideal place to stay for exploring Bonn and surrounding area. Would highly recommend. Amenities great.
Reviewed on 15 Nov 2025
Prize by Radisson, Bonn City
The room was clean and fresh, very modern room and a great king size bed, staff were helpful and the breakfast was good
Reviewed on 16 Nov 2025
Maritim Hotel Köln
Staff at reception was very attentive, specifically the lady from Nepal (sorry, I’m really bad with names) I wish there were things in the room that guests probably need like an iron or a steamer for clothing, shower head cap etc. I like the hotel and the location.
Reviewed on 12 Nov 2025
Premier Inn Köln City Süd
All was good
Reviewed on 23 Nov 2025
URBAN LOFT Cologne
Small room but did the job. Staff were very polite and professional. I would stay here again.
Reviewed on 19 Nov 2025
Pullman Cologne
Everyone we came in contact with there was super courteous, kind, and helpful. Food was delicious at the restaurant and cleaning crew was nice and neat!
Reviewed on 16 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Old Town Bonn
Zentrum
Noted for its historical sites and shopping, there's plenty to explore in Zentrum. Top attractions like Beethoven House and Bonn Marketplace are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Bertha-von-Suttner-Platz Tram Stop or Bonn Thomas-Mann-Straße Tram Stop to see more of the city.
Weststadt
Weststadt is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like LVR-LandesMuseum Bonn and Rheinisches Landesmuseum Bonn.
Nordstadt
Get to know Nordstadt and its many features like its bars and museums. You might want to explore sights like Old Town Hall and August Macke House, and you can jump on the metro at Bonn West U-Bahn or Propsthof North U-Bahn to get around the city.
Suedstadt
Shopping, river views and restaurants highlight some notable features of Suedstadt. Make a stop by Rheinsteig or Rhine while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Weberstr. Tram Stop or Königstr. Tram Stop to get around town.
Beuel-Mitte
Check out the theatres while you're in Beuel-Mitte. Hop on the metro at Konrad-Adenauer-Platz Tram Stop and Adelheidisstraße Tram Stop to see top sights like Rhine and Cultural Centre Brotfabrik.
Poppelsdorf
Poppelsdorf is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Museum Koenig and Schumannhaus.
