Stadtbezirke VIII Travel Guide
Essen





Visit Stadtbezirke VIII
Popular places to visit

Burg Altendorf
You can learn about the history of Essen with a stop at Burg Altendorf. Take in the theatre scene while you're in the area.
Castel Ruin Burgaltendorf
Find out about the history of Essen when you take a trip to Castel Ruin Burgaltendorf. Take in the theatre scene while you're in the area.
Things to do
Top hotels in Stadtbezirke VIII

Maritim Hotel Düsseldorf
The room was very relaxing and very well maintained. The AC was functioning. The water pressure was great. The water temp was nice and hot. I wish I had had an extra day to see how good the breakfast was. Perfect location for a hotel next to the airport. I just rained into the Airport station. Then ...
Reviewed on 8 May 2026

Holiday Inn Express Düsseldorf – Hauptbahnhof by IHG
No airport Shutle available
Reviewed on 23 Apr 2026

Premier Inn Düsseldorf City Friedrichstadt
Rooms were generally comfortable and clean, communal areas were a bit grubby. Staff were helpful and polite throughout. Shop in reception is crazily overpriced, 4.25 for a 500 ml water when the nearby Lidl sells it for .70 for 1.5 litres.
Reviewed on 9 May 2026

Premier Inn Düsseldorf City Centre
Clean room, friendly staff, comfy bed.
Reviewed on 16 Apr 2026

Holiday Inn - the niu, Tab Dusseldorf Main Station by IHG
Great hotel. Close to tram to old town. Parking on street very difficult, there is a free parking close but full during working time, then spaces available. Breakfast great.
Reviewed on 8 May 2026

Adina Apartment Hotel Dusseldorf
Great room, layout and size. Really comfy bed. Very well equipped with cooker, oven, toaster, dishwasher and washing machine. Missing cutlery and vital corkscrew. Superb pool and sauna (with gym) on the 7th floor. Great location right next to the main train station.
Reviewed on 26 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Stadtbezirke VIII

Stadtwald
Even though there aren't top sights in Stadtwald, you can explore the larger area and take in top sights like Seaside Beach Baldeney. Jump on the metro at Essen Stadtwald S-Bahn to see more of the city.

Stadtbezirke II
If you're spending time in Stadtbezirke II, check out sights like Grugahalle or Grugapark Botanical Garden and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Essen Stadtwald S-Bahn or Martinstrasse U-Bahn.

Steele
Even though there aren't top sights in Steele, you can explore the larger area and take in top sights like Philharmonie Essen. Jump on the metro at Essen-Steele S-Bahn to see more of the city.

Bredeney
Bredeney is well liked for its beaches and restaurants. If you're hoping to get in some sightseeing, Villa Hugel and Seaside Beach Baldeney are top spots, and you can jump on the metro at Essen-Hügel S-Bahn or Kruppallee Essen Station to get around.

Huttrop
While Huttrop may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Philharmonie Essen and Folkwang Museum.

Stadtbezirke VII
When in Stadtbezirke VII and the surrounding area, you'll want to check out sights like Zollverein Coal Mine World Heritage Site or Ruhr Museum and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Essen-Steele S-Bahn or Essen-Steele Ost S-Bahn.

