Old Town Leipzig
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Popular places to visit

Leipzig University
Tour the campus of one of the oldest universities in the world, where historic buildings share a site with sleek new constructions.

St. Thomas Church
Experience the heavenly music and soaring architecture of a church where great musical composer Johann Sebastian Bach is interred.

Bach Museum
Find out what inspired a musical genius in a museum dedicated to the life and work of one of the greatest classical music composers.

St. Nicholas Church
Peaceful revolutions, legendary composers and religious reformation all feature in the history of this fascinating 850-year-old church.

Augustusplatz
Note the medley of architectural styles in this grand 18th-century square, which is surrounded by some of the city’s most acclaimed cultural institutions.

Naschmarkt
During your trip to Leipzig, you can enjoy retail therapy at Naschmarkt. Experience the area's museums and theatre scene.
Things to do

Leipzig: 1.5-Hour Historical Walking Tour in German

Leipzig: Comedy Tour through the Old Town (Tour in German)

Leipzig: Exclusive BMW & MINI Behind-the-Scenes Factory Tour

University of Leipzig: Guided Campus Walking Tour

Leipzig: Guided Tour of the Southern Cemetery

Leipzig English Self-Guided Audio Tour with Quizzes on your Phone
Top hotels in Old Town Leipzig

Vienna House Easy by Wyndham Leipzig
Clean and spacious room, comfy bed, and friendly people at check in. Plus, the breakfast is well worth the extra cost. Just a bit more than a block from the train station—perfect!
Reviewed on 9 Dec 2025

Steigenberger Icon Grandhotel Handelshof
Great location and wonderful rooms
Reviewed on 20 Dec 2025

Leipzig Marriott Hotel
Great place. We always stay there when we visit family twice a year. Pool is great.
Reviewed on 29 Dec 2025

Premier Inn Leipzig City Oper
Clean hotel with friendly staff at a very convenient location.
Reviewed on 20 Nov 2025

Adina Apartment Hotel Leipzig
Room was clean, bathroom was nice. Bed was hard and uncomfortable
Reviewed on 14 Dec 2025

Limehome Leipzig Oelßner's Hof
Staff, though not onsite, was reachable and very helpful.
Reviewed on 2 Nov 2025
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Other neighbourhoods around Old Town Leipzig

Mitte
Museums, historical sites and theatres highlight some notable features of Mitte. Make a stop by Leipzig's Old Town Hall or Leipzig Market Square while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Leipzig Markt S-Bahn or Augustusplatz Tram Stop to get around town.

Zentrum
Travellers choose Zentrum for its ample dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Leipzig Markt S-Bahn or Augustusplatz Tram Stop and check out top sights like Leipzig's Old Town Hall.

Zentrum-West
While Zentrum-West may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Bach Museum and Leipzig Market Square.

Zentrum-Süd
Discover Zentrum-Süd, memorable for its restaurants. Popular attractions in Zentrum-Süd include Leipzig University Library and Federal Administrative Court of Germany, and you can see more of the area by hopping on the metro at Leipzig Wilhelm-Leuschner-Platz S-Bahn.

Zentrum-Ost
Discover Zentrum-Ost, memorable for its bars. Popular attractions in Zentrum-Ost include Promenaden Hauptbahnhof Leipzig and Sommersaal, and you can see more of the area by hopping on the metro at Coppiplatz Tram Stop.

Zentrum-Nord
Get to know Zentrum-Nord by checking out its shopping, historical sites and restaurants. Consider a visit to nearby sights like Leipzig Zoo or Promenaden Hauptbahnhof Leipzig during your time in the area.
