What to do in Aachen

Activities, attractions and tours
Aachen Cathedral which includes a church or cathedral, religious elements and interior views

Aachen Attractions

Let Expedia help you to experience the best that Aachen has to offer! If you’re planning a trip to Aachen, we can provide you with a list of the top sightseeing attractions, as well as helping you to find unmissable activities. Whether you’re travelling to Aachen with your family, planning a romantic trip with your loved one, or visiting on business, we’ll make it easy to plan an unforgettable holiday that checks all the boxes.

Places of interest in Aachen

Aachen is crammed with must-see places to visit and things to do. We can help you decide where to stay in Aachen, and make it a breeze to explore Aachen and the surrounding areas with our guides on where to go, what to see and when to see it. No matter how long your stay, it’s easy to find places of interest in Aachen to make sure that you enjoy your holiday to the fullest and don’t miss a thing. Leave the local knowledge to us and leave the hassle behind.

If you’re planning a visit to Aachen, why not check out our handy guides to places of interest in the area? You can browse lists of things to do, learn about the most popular attractions, and get help with planning the details of your trip. Expedia makes it easy for you to check out all the top sights in Aachen.

Aachen attractions

Aachen has something for everyone, so whether you’re planning to get active on a summer holiday, put a spring in your step with a romantic rendezvous, or pamper yourself with a leisurely winter trip, you’ll find plenty of attractions in Aachen to keep you entertained. Expedia makes it easy to book your flight, hotel and rental car in advance, making for hassle-free travel and freeing you up to explore the sights of Aachen.

Looking for things to do in Aachen can be time-consuming, but we can take the hassle out of planning your holiday. Whether you’re looking to get active in the great outdoors, sample the cuisine of Aachen or catch up with the vibrant local culture, our guides to Aachen attractions ensure that you’ll have a successful trip, whatever the season. Happy trails!


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Aachen Cathedral showing heritage architecture, a church or cathedral and heritage elements

Aachen-Mitte

Aachen-Mitte is noteworthy for its historical sites, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Aachen Cathedral and Aachen Town Hall.

Aachen-Mitte
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Laurensberg

You'll enjoy the bars and parks in Laurensberg. You might want to make time for a stop at CHIO Stadium or Aachener Soers Equitation Stadium.

Laurensberg

Brand

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Brand and surrounding area, you can visit Carolus Thermen Bad Aachen and Eurogress Aachen.

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Preuswald

Though Preuswald may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Dreilaendereck and Vaals Labyrinth.

Preuswald

Day trip destinations from Aachen