Regensburg Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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Discover architecture, history, nature and some of the best-loved beers in Germany in this lively city, a World Heritage Site.

Lying on the banks of the River Danube in Bavaria, Regensburg has developed into a major city over the course of two millennia. The vast majority of its attractions can be found in the Old Town, also known as the inner city center, where a timeline of stunning architecture can be seen. The Old Town was dubbed “one of the most beautiful cities in the world” by British star architect Lord Norman Foster because of its Romanesque and Gothic buildings.

2006 saw Regensburg listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The new Visitors Center located at Salzstadel in the Old Town is open all year round and with free admission it is definitely worth a visit. Alternatively, book a guided tour of the Old Town and learn as you go. The Old Town section of the city is a traffic-free zone so you will need to travel on foot to fully explore it. Driving is permitted in just a few areas but parking is limited.

While in the city, visit the Archeological Excavations at New Parish Square. The excavations date from 1995 to 1998 and remain as a network of underground tunnels. A complete history of the city can be seen as you work your way through the tunnels. Explore at your leisure or book a tour. St. Peter’s Cathedral and the Stone Bridge over the Danube are also excellent attractions. Both are commonly referred to as miracles of medieval engineering.

Regensburg isn’t all about architecture though. The city also appeals to nature lovers as one of the “Greenest” cities in Bavaria. There are five major parks within the boundaries of the city, all of which are suitable for picnics. After exploring the parks, hike the trails of the Bavarian Forest to the east.

Following a day of sightseeing relax and sample some of the local beers that Regensburg is known for. The city is home to several major breweries and boutique brewery pubs where you will always receive a warm welcome.

Where to stay in Regensburg

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City Centre Regensburg

4.5/5(2 area reviews)

City Centre Regensburg is noteworthy for its historical sites, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Regensburg Cathedral and St. Emmerams Abbey.

City Centre Regensburg
PLAZA INN Regensburg
PLAZA INN Regensburg
Grunewaldstraße 16, Regensburg
The price is £75 per night from 9 Jul to 10 Jul
£75
9 Jul - 10 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Regensburg. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Regensburg Museum of History and Donau ...
7.8/10 Good! (87 reviews)
"It is a good, clean and comfortable place to stay if you are on the go. The property is well kept, the rooms are comfortable. They offer a breakfast buffet. It is far from the historical center, but reachable by bus (about 25 minutes)."

Reviewed on 27 May 2025

PLAZA INN Regensburg
Altstadthotel Arch
Altstadthotel Arch
Haidplatz 2-4, Regensburg
Stay at this hotel in Regensburg. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 2 meeting rooms. Popular attractions Reichstag Museum and Trinity Evangelical Lutheran ...
9/10 Wonderful! (124 reviews)
I liked it a lot.
"Staff: 10/10 Bed:9/10 Clean 10/10 Location 10/10"

Reviewed on 1 Jul 2025

Altstadthotel Arch
elaya hotel regensburg city center
elaya hotel regensburg city center
Maximilianstraße 22, Regensburg, BY
The price is £68 per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
£68
3 Aug - 4 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Regensburg. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (235 reviews)
Modern hotel in the old world
"Very nice, modern hotel in a great location. Good size room and bathroom. Would recommend in the area."

Reviewed on 27 Jun 2025

elaya hotel regensburg city center
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
dreamcation Altstadthotel Regensburg
dreamcation Altstadthotel Regensburg
Am Protzenweiher 3, Regensburg, BY
Stay at this aparthotel in Regensburg. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, laundry facilities and cable TV channels. Popular attractions Stone Bridge and Oskar Schindler House ...
6.6/10 (3 reviews)
"Perfectly located for cafes, restaurants, and tourist attractions. Property was clean, quiet and well equipped,"

Reviewed on 25 Feb 2025

dreamcation Altstadthotel Regensburg
Arnulfsplatz Aparts
Arnulfsplatz Aparts
Arnulfsplatz 5, Regensburg
Stay at this apartment in Regensburg. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, parking (surcharge) and an airport shuttle (surcharge). Popular attractions Bismarckplatz and Scots Monastery ...
"Its a stock apartment thats not maintained as well as it shows in the pictures. Door to the bedroom was broken no curtains in the bedroom Finding bed accessories also required communication and searching through different storage boxes. Overall good fornthe size we needed. Beds were also old and ..."

Reviewed on 28 Aug 2024

Arnulfsplatz Aparts
Ferienwohnung Ratisbona
Ferienwohnung Ratisbona
Landshuter Straße 48a/c, Eingang im Hinterhof - Firma DeinButler, Regensburg
Stay at this apartment in Regensburg. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, parking (surcharge) and a garden. Popular attractions Regensburg Museum of History and Alte Kapelle are ...
6.8/10 (8 reviews)
"Unkomplizierte zuverlässige Abwicklung, freundliche Kommunikation, Preisleistungsverhältnis ausgeglichen"

Reviewed on 9 Mar 2025

Ferienwohnung Ratisbona
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Regensburg is a lovely place with lots of quirky little shops, cafes and restaurants. It is a really interesting place as well with lots there to visit.

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