Things to do in Bochum

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CITY POINT building with CITY POINT and H&M signs, a Starbucks Coffee shop, and various other storefronts.
A large, modern building with a curved roof and a sign that reads "Zeiss Planetarium Bochum."
An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs under umbrellas, with a building labeled "HANDELSHOF" in the background.
A large building with a prominent billboard advertising a play.
A row of vintage steam locomotives parked at a railway station.

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Dortmund: Borusseum Borussia Dortmund Museum Entry Ticket

Dortmund: Borusseum Borussia Dortmund Museum Entry Ticket

RM43
per adult
Dortmund: Borusseum Borussia Dortmund Museum Entry Ticket
Digital scavenger hunt around the Zeche Zollverein in Essen

Private city rally around the Zollverein Coal Mine Industrial Complex in Essen

RM189
per traveller
Private city rally around the Zollverein Coal Mine Industrial Complex in Essen
Picture 4 for Activity Dortmund Green Site Segway Tour

Dortmund's Green Side Segway Tour

RM374
per adult
Dortmund's Green Side Segway Tour
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Dortmund: Culinary Tour of Dortmund's International Cuisine

RM307
per adult
Dortmund: Culinary Tour of Dortmund's International Cuisine
Adventure Darkness - Guided tour in the dark

Adventure Darkness - Guided tour in the dark

RM87
per adult
Adventure Darkness - Guided tour in the dark
Dortmund: Skywalk

Dortmund: Skywalk

RM118
per adult
Dortmund: Skywalk
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Starlight Express Theater

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Enjoy a performance at Starlight Express Theater, a theatre with a story to tell in Ruhrstadion. Experience the area's theatre scene and museums.
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The Deutsches Bergbau-Museum with a large sculpture in front.
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Bochum Mitte

While you're in Bochum Mitte, take in top sights like German Mining Museum or Zeiss Planetarium Bochum, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Deutsches Bergbau-Museum U-Bahn or Feldsieper Strasse U-Bahn.

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Wattenscheid

The restaurants and shopping are a few reasons travellers visit Wattenscheid. Though there aren't many top sights in the neighbourhood, you can visit Bermuda3Eck and German Mining Museum, a few notable attractions nearby.

A large open grassy area with a prominent building featuring a tall, triangular structure in the center.

Innenstadt Bochum

The museums and churches are just a few things visitors like about Innenstadt Bochum. Zeiss Planetarium Bochum and German Mining Museum are worthwhile spots to check out, and you can hop on the metro at Bochum Rathaus U-Bahn or Deutsches Bergbau-Museum U-Bahn to get around the larger area.

Aerial panorama of Zollverein Coal Mine Industrial Complex in Essen surrounded by urban district and green landscape in Germany

Bochum Süd

If you're spending time in Bochum Süd, check out sights like Bochum Botanical Garden or Bochumer Golf Club and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Ruhr-Universitaet U-Bahn or Markstrasse U-Bahn.

A maroon locomotive with a white caboose and a flatbed car on railway tracks, surrounded by greenery and power lines.

Wiemelhausen

Appreciated for its restaurants and museums, you might consider exploring Wiemelhausen. Check out the variety of things to see and do like Bochum Civic Theatre, and jump on the metro at Wasserstrasse U-Bahn or Brenscheder Strasse U-Bahn to get around the city.

A modern glass building with a curved facade and two prominent black structures in front.

Dortmund

A historic building with a fountain in a garden.

Gelsenkirchen

Frequently asked questions

Is Bochum worth visiting?
Famous for its family-friendly attractions and festivals, discovering cool things to do in Bochum is a breeze. Make sure to add Bodelschwingh Castle to your trip itinerary while here.
How do I spend a day in Bochum?
Start your adventures with a visit to Bodelschwingh Castle and Struenkede Castle. Then, tour other areas of Bochum for local restaurants and some retail therapy.
What is the top tourist attraction in Bochum?
Bodelschwingh Castle is one of the top tourist attractions in Bochum and deserves a spot on every sightseeing list of the area.
Is three days enough to stay in Bochum?
Three days will give you enough time to tick off the leading city highlights, such as Struenkede Castle, Bochum Civic Theatre and Kleines Theatre Herne. The average stay in Bochum is two days. If you feel the urge to extend your adventure, Düsseldorf isn't far away.
Is Bochum a walkable city?
That comes down to what you want to do and see in Bochum. Several key attractions, such as Bochum Civic Theatre and RuhrCongress Bochum, are accessible on foot. If you're up for a wander through some of Bochum's best neighbourhoods, Bochum Mitte is 2 kilometres away from downtown, while Innenstadt Bochum is 0.64 kilometres away from the centre and also within walking distance.
What are some activities to do in Bochum with kids?
Deciding what to do in Bochum with kids is easier than ever. Whether you have teenagers or toddlers, there are plenty of family-friendly tours and activities to keep them happy here.
What to do in Bochum for adults?
There's no shortage of things to do in Bochum, with activities for adults of all ages. Finish your day off at Meditherme Ruhrpark or Red Dot Design Museum.
Are there free things to do in Bochum?
From relaxing in parks to wandering around vibrant neighbourhoods, it's simple to discover free things to do in Bochum. If you're in need of ideas, get some tips from a local tour guide. Struenkede Castle is a must for anyone wanting to save on their sightseeing adventures.

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