Things to do in Leipzig

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Leipzig: City Center Guided Walking Tour

Leipzig: City Center Guided Walking Tour

Activity duration is 1 hour and 30 minutes
9.2 out of 10 with 15 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is RM 65 per adult
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Music in Leipzig – Bach, Wagner and the Thomanerchor

Music in Leipzig – Bach, Wagner and the Thomanerchor

Activity duration is 1 hour and 30 minutes
9.4 out of 10 with 11 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is RM 741 per traveller*
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Cruises & boat tours

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Gruseltour Leipzig: A Haunted Guided Tour

Gruseltour Leipzig: A Haunted Guided Tour

Activity duration is 1 hour and 30 minutes
9.2 out of 10 with 71 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is RM 83 per adult
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Wildlife & nature

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Leipzig: 90-Minute Trabi City Tour

Leipzig: 90-Minute Trabi City Tour

Activity duration is 1 hour and 30 minutes
10.0 out of 10 with 36 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is RM 505 per adult*
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Leipzig: Private Walking Tour with a Professional Guide

Leipzig: Private Walking Tour with a Professional Guide

Activity duration is 1 hour and 30 minutes
Free cancellation available
Price is RM 1,042 per traveller*
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What to do in Leipzig

Popular places to visit

Leipzig Zoo

Leipzig Zoo

Meet some of the planet’s most fascinating creatures, from monkeys to big cats, in this expansive city-center zoo.

Leipzig Zoo
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Red Bull Arena

Catch an event at Red Bull Arena during your trip to Leipzig. Experience the area's museums and theatre scene.

Red Bull Arena
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Leipzig Trade Fair

After visiting Leipzig Trade Fair, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Leipzig. Experience the area's museums and theatre scene.

Leipzig Trade Fair
Monument of the Battle of the Nations

Monument of the Battle of the Nations

One of the largest war monuments in Europe commemorates one of the biggest battles with a striking memorial temple that dominates the skyline of Leipzig.

Monument of the Battle of the Nations
St. Thomas Church

St. Thomas Church

Experience the heavenly music and soaring architecture of a church where great musical composer Johann Sebastian Bach is interred.

St. Thomas Church
Leipzig University

Leipzig University

Tour the campus of one of the oldest universities in the world, where historic buildings share a site with sleek new constructions.

Leipzig University
Promenaden Hauptbahnhof Leipzig

Promenaden Hauptbahnhof Leipzig

You can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Promenaden Hauptbahnhof Leipzig during your stay in Leipzig. Discover the area's museums and churches.

Promenaden Hauptbahnhof Leipzig
Leipziger Baumwollspinnerei

Leipziger Baumwollspinnerei

Once the biggest in continental Europe, this sprawling cotton factory now hosts artists who have made it one of the world’s most avant-garde contemporary art spaces.

Leipziger Baumwollspinnerei
St. Nicholas Church

St. Nicholas Church

Peaceful revolutions, legendary composers and religious reformation all feature in the history of this fascinating 850-year-old church.

St. Nicholas Church

Areas of Leipzig

Zentrum

Zentrum

4.5/5(37 area reviews)

Travellers choose Zentrum for its ample dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Leipzig Markt S-Bahn or Augustusplatz Tram Stop and check out top sights like Leipzig's Old Town Hall.

Zentrum
Old Town Leipzig

Old Town Leipzig

Museums, historical sites and shopping highlight some notable features of Old Town Leipzig. Make a stop by Maedler Passage or Leipzig's Old Town Hall while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Leipzig Markt S-Bahn or Augustusplatz Tram Stop to get around town.

Old Town Leipzig
Mitte

Mitte

Museums, historical sites and theatres highlight some notable features of Mitte. Make a stop by Maedler Passage or Leipzig's Old Town Hall while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Leipzig Markt S-Bahn or Augustusplatz Tram Stop to get around town.

Mitte
Zentrum-Ost

Zentrum-Ost

3.5/5(3 area reviews)

Discover Zentrum-Ost, memorable for its bars. Popular attractions in Zentrum-Ost include Promenaden Hauptbahnhof Leipzig and Sommersaal, and you can see more of the area by hopping on the metro at Coppiplatz Tram Stop.

Zentrum-Ost
Zentrum-Südost

Zentrum-Südost

4/5(6 area reviews)

Zentrum-Südost is well liked for its museums and churches. If you're hoping to get in some sightseeing, German Museum of Books and Writing and Grassi Museum are top spots, and you can jump on the metro at German National Library Tram Stop or Leipzig MDR S-Bahn to get around.

Zentrum-Südost
Süd

Süd

You might enjoy the restaurants while in Süd. Leipzig Panometer is a notable sight, and you can get around town at Leipzig Connewitz S-Bahn or Kurt-Eisner-/Arthur-Hoffmann-Straße Tram Stop to see more of the city.

Süd
Panorama der Bergkirche Beucha bei Brandis in Sachsen. Deutschland. Europa

Brandis

Impressionen am Radweg zwischen Schkeuditz und Raßnitz, Fluss Weiße Elster, Saalekreis, Sachsen Anhalt, Deutschland

Schkeuditz

Pegau

Pegau

Frequently asked questions

Is Leipzig worth visiting?
One of the most popular things to do in Leipzig is explore Leipzig Zoo. Check this top sight off your to-do list, then experience more of this area's walking trails and history.
How do I spend a day in Leipzig?
Start your sightseeing with a visit to Leipzig Zoo and Cospudener Lake. Then, check out other parts of Leipzig for local restaurants and some shopping.
What is the top tourist attraction in Leipzig?
Don't go home without checking out Leipzig Zoo, rated the top tourist attraction in Leipzig.
Is three days enough to stay in Leipzig?
Three days will give you plenty of time to check out the leading city highlights, including Leipzig Zoo, Cospudener Lake and Stasi Museum. The average stay in Leipzig is two days. If you have the urge to extend your escape, Halle isn't far away.
Is Leipzig a walkable city?
Some leading sights in Leipzig, such as Leipzig Zoo and Stasi Museum, are within walking distance. You can also enjoy several of the city's popular neighbourhoods on foot. Just 0.16 kilometres from central Leipzig is Mitte and Zentrum is 0.16 kilometres away.
What are some activities to do in Leipzig with kids?
Planning what to do in Leipzig with kids has never been so simple. Whether you're travelling with teenagers or toddlers, there are plenty of family-friendly sights to keep them entertained here.

What to do in Leipzig for adults?
Porsche Factory and Monument to Peaceful Revolution are just two of the things to do in Leipzig. With plenty of activities available, there's something here for everyone.
Are there free things to do in Leipzig?
From relaxing in parks to wandering around vibrant neighbourhoods, it's easy to discover free things to do in Leipzig. If you're looking for inspiration, ask a local tour guide for recommendations. Cospudener Lake is a great spot for anyone wanting to save on their travelling adventures.

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