10 TOP Things to Do in Braunschweig April 2025

Braunschweig which includes night scenes and heritage architecture

Braunschweig featuring heritage elements and night scenes

Braunschweig showing a city and street scenes as well as a small group of people

Braunschweig showing a city, a sunset and heritage architecture

Braunschweig which includes heritage elements

Braunschweig Attractions

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Places of interest in Braunschweig

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Braunschweig attractions

Braunschweig 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 Braunschweig 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 Braunschweig.

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Recommended things to do in Braunschweig

Number of things to do	5
Cheapest thing to do on Expedia	Braunschweig: Guided Walking Tour with Food Tastings: £33
Top 5 things to do	Braunschweig: Witches and Beguines Private Tour Braunschweig: Private Tour to Ghosts, Witches & Vampires Adventure Breakfast and Escape Game in Braunschweig Braunschweig: Guided Walking Tour with Food Tastings Braunschweig: Private Tour through the history of crime
Half-day tours	Braunschweig: Witches and Beguines Private Tour Braunschweig: Private Tour to Ghosts, Witches & Vampires Adventure Breakfast and Escape Game in Braunschweig Braunschweig: Guided Walking Tour with Food Tastings Braunschweig: Private Tour through the history of crime
With kids	Adventure Breakfast and Escape Game in Braunschweig

What to do in Braunschweig

Popular places to visit

Brunswick Cathedral

4/5(1 review)

From the Imervard cross to Henry the Lion’s sepulchre, discover all the secrets to be found within the four walls of Braunschweig’s iconic cathedral.

Coal Market showing heritage elements and a city

Braunschweig Farmers Market

Discover classic Braunschweig in this bustling and beautiful market square, which has been at the epicenter of the city for centuries.

Castle Square (Burgplatz)

While much of Braunschweig was destroyed during World War II, this square – famed for its Christmas market – offers a glimpse of what it looked like before.

Dankwarderode Castle

While you explore Henry the Lion’s historic castle, don’t forget to say hello to the Brunswick Lion, Braunschweig’s most famous monument.

Braunschweig featuring a house, outdoor art and a city

Happy Rizzi House

Find out about the history of Braunschweig when you take a trip to Happy Rizzi House. While in the area, you can find time to visit its shops.

Kloster Riddagshausen

You can find out about the history of Riddagshausen with a trip to Kloster Riddagshausen. While you're in the area, wander around the natural setting.

Magniviertel

You can find out about the history of Braunschweig when you stop by Magniviertel. While in the area, you can find time to visit its shops.

Eintracht-Stadion

Catch an event at Eintracht-Stadion during your trip to Braunschweig. Experience the area's festivals and entertainment choices.

Schloss Arkaden Braunschweig

During your trip to Braunschweig, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Schloss Arkaden Braunschweig. Experience the area's festivals and entertainment choices.

Explore areas of Braunschweig

Dankwarderode Castle which includes heritage architecture, a church or cathedral and night scenes

Braunschweig City Center

4/5(5 area reviews)

Braunschweig City Center is noteworthy for its historical sites, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Brunswick Cathedral and Castle Square (Burgplatz).

Östliches Ringgebiet

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Östliches Ringgebiet and surrounding area, you can visit Magniviertel and Stadtisches Museum Braunschweig.

Nordstadt

If you're spending some time in Nordstadt, Eintracht-Stadion and Das Kult Theater are top sights worth seeing.

Western Ring Area

4.5/5(3 area reviews)

Western Ring Area is well liked for its restaurants and shopping. If you're hoping to see more of the larger area, Braunschweig Farmers Market and Brunswick Cathedral are some interesting sights nearby to check out.

Bienrode

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Bienrode and surrounding area, you can visit Eintracht-Stadion and Dankwarderode Castle.

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