Grugahalle

Go on a botanical tour of the world and indulge your senses in the beautifully maintained displays of this garden in Essen’s large municipal park.

Photography, modern art and German posters are among the themes in this museum, which combines three major collections into one wide-ranging survey.

Modern and innovative works of art and a pair of playgrounds grace the grassy patches of the largest and oldest park in central Essen.

Enjoy a night of opera or ballet in this landmark theater that incorporates contemporary architecture and state-of-the-art acoustics into its design.

You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Red Dot Design Museum in Essen. Take in the theatre scene while you're in the area.

After visiting Dog Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Essen. Amble around the area's parks or experience its theatre scene.