What to do in Mainz City Center

Activities, attractions and tours

Augustinerstrasse
Augustinerstrasse
Mainz Cathedral
Kirschgarten
Mainz Cathedral

Mainz City Center Attractions

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Places of interest in Mainz City Center

Mainz City Center is crammed with must-see places to visit and things to do. We can help you decide where to stay in Mainz City Center, and make it a breeze to explore Mainz City Center 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 Mainz City Center 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.

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Mainz City Center attractions

Mainz City Center 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 Mainz City Center 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 Mainz City Center.

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Top places to visit

1. Mainz Cathedral

Find Mainz Cathedral, also known as Mainzer Dom or St. Martin’s Cathedral, in the city center. The towering structure is one of the most impressive examples of Romanesque religious architecture on the Upper Rhine. Since A.D. 975, the cathedral has stood sentry in Mainz. Unlike many other historic buildings in the city, it survived World War II with minimal damage.
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Mainz Cathedral

2. Augustinerstrasse

Take a step back in time along the Augustinerstrasse in Mainz. The street, open only to foot traffic, runs straight through the German city’s Old Town. Although you could walk the length of the Augustinerstrasse in less than 10 minutes, take your time to explore and appreciate the many historic buildings lining the street.
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Augustinerstrasse

3. Gutenberg Museum

The Gutenberg Museum celebrates one of the city’s most famous residents, Johannes Gutenberg. In the early 1450s, the Mainz native perfected an invention that would change the world forever: the printing press. The site is one of the world’s oldest and most comprehensive museums dedicated to printing. Find the Gutenberg Museum opposite St. Martin’s Cathedral (Dom Mainzer) in the old section of the city.
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Gutenberg Museum

4. Kirschgarten

Mainz is full of quaint squares, but the Kirschgarten ranks as a perennial favorite. Find the small square in the heart of the city’s Old Town. Both the square and the street running alongside it share the same name. Experience a German setting worthy of a postcard in the Kirschgarten.
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Kirschgarten

5. Naturhistorisches Museum

Step back in time at the Naturhistorisches Museum. The world-class museum, located in the heart of Mainz, covers more than 44 million years of history and has over 1.5 million objects in its collection. Its exhibits focus on science in the Rhineland-Palatinate area, along with artifacts from the museum’s partner country Rwanda.
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Naturhistorisches Museum

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Recommended things to do in Mainz City Center

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What to do in Mainz City Center

Popular places to visit

Mainz Cathedral

Mainz Cathedral

4.5/5(3 reviews)

Beneath its six soaring towers, immerse yourself in over a millennium’s worth of history at the city’s opulent sandstone cathedral.

Mainz Cathedral
Augustinerstrasse

Augustinerstrasse

Stroll through Mainz’s Old Town along this pedestrianized street, lined with shopping boutiques and a remarkably preserved assortment of colorful historic buildings.

Augustinerstrasse
Gutenberg Museum

Gutenberg Museum

4/5(4 reviews)

In the heart of Mainz’s Old Town, trace the history of bookmaking and discover how the city served as the birthplace of modern printing.

Gutenberg Museum
Kirschgarten

Kirschgarten

Discover Mainz at its most charming in this romantic square, bordered by historic half-timbered homes and anchored by a bubbling Baroque-style fountain.

Kirschgarten
Naturhistorisches Museum

Naturhistorisches Museum

Walk among mammoths, saber-toothed cats and other relics of the ancient world at the largest museum of natural history in Rhineland-Palatinate.

Naturhistorisches Museum
Marktbrunnen which includes heritage elements, night scenes and a square or plaza

Marktbrunnen

Marktbrunnen is just one of the places to see in Mainz City Center, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the area's museums and cathedral.

Marktbrunnen

Rheingoldhalle

After visiting Rheingoldhalle, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Mainz City Center. Experience the area's museums and festivals.

Rheingoldhalle

Riverfront Promenade

You can find out about the history of Mainz City Center with a stop at Riverfront Promenade. Experience the area's museums and festivals.

Riverfront Promenade

Electoral Palace

After visiting Electoral Palace, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Mainz City Center. Discover the area's museums and cathedral.

Electoral Palace

 

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Day trip destinations from Mainz City Center

Kirschgarten

Mainz

Marktbrunnen showing heritage architecture, a church or cathedral and heritage elements

Wiesbaden

The Southern railway bridge Mainz and the Mainspitze in Ginsheim, Hesse, Germany

Ginsheim-Gustavsburg

Hochwasser Mainz-Kastel an der Reduit

Mainz-Kastel

Frequently asked questions

Is Mainz City Center worth visiting?
One of the most common things to do in Mainz City Center is explore Mainz Cathedral. Tick this top attraction off your agenda, then discover more of the area's dining and shopping.
How do I spend a day in Mainz City Center?
Electoral Palace and Naturhistorisches Museum are two good places to kick-start your adventures. Remember to check out the shopping and dining options in Mainz City Center while you're there too.
What is the top tourist attraction in Mainz City Center?
The top tourist attraction in Mainz City Center is Mainz Cathedral, so make sure to put it on your agenda.
Is three days enough to stay in Mainz City Center?
Three days in Mainz City Center is enough to visit the city's main attractions. Many guests stay for two days on average. Mainz Cathedral, Electoral Palace and Mainz State Theatre are highly rated sights. Like to see more? Stick around a little longer to explore nearby hotspots such as Frankfurt.
Is Mainz City Center a walkable city?
Some major attractions in Mainz City Center, like Mainz Cathedral and Electoral Palace, are within walking distance. You can also experience several of the city's popular neighbourhoods on foot. Only 2 kms (1 mile) from the city centre of Mainz City Center is Neustadt and Oberstadt is 2 kms (1 mile) away.
What are some activities to do in Mainz City Center with kids?
If you're searching for tours and attractions for all the family, check out these fabulous ideas for what to do in Mainz City Center with kids.

What to do in Mainz City Center for adults?
There are plenty of things to do in Mainz City Center, with activities for adults of all ages. Cap off your day with a visit to Museum für Antike Schiffahrt.
Are there free things to do in Mainz City Center?
From checking out parks to wandering around hip neighbourhoods, it's easy to find free things to do in Mainz City Center. If you need new ideas, ask a local tour guide for recommendations. Mainz Cathedral is a great spot for anyone wishing to save on their sightseeing activities.