Schwerin Old Town Travel Guide
Schwerin
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Popular places to visit
Schwerin Cathedral
One of Germany’s earliest brick Gothic buildings also has Mecklenburg’s tallest steeple, which offers a 360-degree panorama of Schwerin and its surroundings.
State Museum Schwerin
From medieval altars to Old Masters to contemporary work, this museum and its neoclassical home are the highlights of a cultural trip to Germany’s Mecklenburg region.
Schleswig-Holstein-Haus
You can spend time exploring the galleries in Schleswig-Holstein-Haus during your travels in Schwerin. While you're in the area, stroll along the lakeside.
Schlosspark-Center
You can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Schlosspark-Center during your trip to Schwerin. While you're in the area, stroll along the lakeside.
Mecklenburgisches Staatstheater
You can make plans for a show at Mecklenburgisches Staatstheater on your trip to Schwerin. While you're in the area, stroll along the lakeside.
Half-Timbered House
Find out about the history of Schwerin when you spend time at Half-Timbered House. While you're in the area, stroll along the lakeside.
Things to do
Schwerin Private Walking Tour With A Professional Guide
Top hotels in Schwerin Old Town
Weinhaus Wöhler
Bilingual staff, clean rooms, great restaurant in hotel with traditional German food, great breakfast
Reviewed on 6 Oct 2025
Boulevard Hotel Altstadt Schwerin
Pension am Schloss
The late check in (past 7pm) was at the bar. It created an interesting reception. Pleasantly surprised with the spacious and clean accommodation though. Check out during their usual hours was much more what I expected.
Reviewed on 30 Mar 2025
Weinhaus Uhle
Very nice room. Excellent restaurant in the middle of the city. The only challenge was the receptionist. I'm not sure she likes her job.
Reviewed on 26 Apr 2026
Gemütliche Ferienwohnung Inmitten der Altstadt
Sehr gemütlich und sauber, hervorragende Lage. Bett sehr bequem und es gibt einen kleinen Balkon.Eine Tür in der Dusche wäre schön, es ist für große Menschen schwierig beim Duschen das Bad nicht zu überschwemmen.Zur Dekoration: mit drei riesigen 3D Metallbildern wirkt der Raum 1 im Flur etwas überladen.Eine ...
Reviewed on 30 Apr 2026
Van der Valk Hotel Hamburg-Wittenburg
Breakfast menu was more or less empty at 9AM
Reviewed on 25 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Schwerin Old Town
Ostorf
You'll enjoy the monuments and shopping in Ostorf. You might want to make time for a stop at Lake Schwerin or Heckengarten.
