Visit Altstadt Mainz
Popular places to visit
Mainz Cathedral
Beneath its six soaring towers, immerse yourself in over a millennium’s worth of history at the city’s opulent sandstone cathedral.
Gutenberg Museum
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.
Augustinerstrasse
Stroll through Mainz’s Old Town along this pedestrianized street, lined with shopping boutiques and a remarkably preserved assortment of colorful historic buildings.
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.
Landesmuseum Mainz
You can browse the exhibits at Landesmuseum Mainz, a museum with a storied past, during your travels to Mainz City Center. Discover the area's museums and cathedral.
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.
Things to do
Exclusive Wine & Food Tasting in Historic Cellar | Mainz Old Town
Mainz: Private custom tour with a local guide
Top hotels in Altstadt Mainz
Steigenberger Airport Hotel Frankfurt
Nice room. Excellent shuttle to FRA. Not my first stay and certainly not my last.
Reviewed on 8 Nov 2025
Sheraton Frankfurt Airport Hotel & Conference Center
Safe quiet walkable Convenient hotel We loved this location
Reviewed on 8 Nov 2025
Staycity Aparthotels, Frankfurt Airport
In a terrific area that feels brand new to Frankfurt. The rooms were modern and pretty spacious. We will definitely stay again.
Reviewed on 6 Nov 2025
Maritim Hotel Frankfurt
breafast good, room fine, close to work
Reviewed on 22 Oct 2025
IntercityHotel Frankfurt Hauptbahnhof Süd
Had a nice walk along the river before dinner. Not too many choices for meals on Sunday in the areas. Very convenient and super close to the train station. Staff was very helpful.
Reviewed on 7 Nov 2025
Hilton Garden Inn Frankfurt Airport
Practical airport hotels with bar and food options.
Reviewed on 5 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Altstadt Mainz
Neustadt
You might enjoy the river views while in Neustadt. Zollhafen Mainz is a notable sight, and you can get around town at Mainz Central Station Tram Stop or Mainz Hauptbahnhof West/Taubertsbergbad Tram Stop to see more of the city.
Oberstadt
Travellers enjoy Oberstadt for its coffee shops and spas. Consider checking out St. Achatius while you're in the area.
Hartenberg-Münchfeld
Restaurants and historical sites are notable features of Hartenberg-Münchfeld. You might consider stopping by St. Achatius while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
Weisenau
Travellers like the restaurants in Weisenau, and Rhine is a top attraction you might want to visit.
Bretzenheim
Unique features of Bretzenheim include the restaurants and shopping. Make a stop by Mewa Arena or St. Achatius while you're exploring the area.
Hechtsheim
Though Hechtsheim may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Augustinerstrasse and Kirschgarten.
