Things to do in Münster

Activities, attractions and tours

Westphalian State Museum for Art and Cultural History showing modern architecture and night scenes
Westphalian State Museum for Art and Cultural History showing modern architecture and night scenes
St. Lambert\'s Church which includes heritage elements, heritage architecture and night scenes
Westphalian State Museum for Art and Cultural History showing interior views as well as a small group of people
Prinzipalmarkt in the main shopping street of Munster. Completely destroyed during the Second World war, it has been re-build to resemble the original state.
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Private transfer from Amsterdam to Hannover, 2h Stop in Munster

Private transfer from Amsterdam to Hannover, 2h Stop in Munster

Activity duration is 7 hours
Free cancellation available
Price is €1,323 per adult*
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Münster Private Guided Walking Tour

Münster Private Guided Walking Tour

Activity duration is 2 hours
Free cancellation available
Price is €250 per traveller*
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Münster: Old Town Crime Mystery Tour

Münster: Old Town Crime Mystery Tour

Activity duration is 2 hours
Free cancellation available
Price is €33 per adult
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What to do in Münster

Popular places to visit

Prinzipalmarkt which includes a city

Prinzipalmarkt

Architectural gems of the Middle Ages line the sides of this spacious plaza that serves as Münster’s political and commercial hub.

Prinzipalmarkt
Muenster Cathedral featuring night scenes, a square or plaza and heritage architecture

Münster Cathedral

4.5/5(5 reviews)

Magnificent architecture and artwork is why this house of prayer has the reputation of being one of the most splendid buildings in Germany.

Münster Cathedral
Westphalian State Museum for Art and Cultural History featuring outdoor eating and modern architecture as well as a small group of people

Westphalian State Museum for Art and Cultural History

Follow Germany’s Westphalia region through the ages at this comprehensive museum housed in a hyper-modern building in the heart of Muenster’s Old Town.

Westphalian State Museum for Art and Cultural History
Münster Castle featuring chateau or palace and heritage architecture

Münster Castle

The baroque façade and interior of this iconic castle offer an ideal counterpart to the charming café and tropical greenhouses of the botanical gardens.

Münster Castle
St. Lambert\'s Church showing a city, street scenes and heritage architecture

St. Lambert's Church

Learn about a darker episode in Muenster’s turbulent past at this beautiful Gothic place of worship in the center of the city.

St. Lambert's Church
Historisches Rathaus which includes a church or cathedral, heritage architecture and a city

Historical City Hall of Münster

5/5(2 reviews)

Nowhere is Muenster’s reputation as the “City of Peace” more celebrated than in this beautiful Gothic building, home to a museum with fascinating artifacts, including a mummified hand.

Historical City Hall of Münster
Townhouse Tower featuring heritage architecture and a city

Townhouse Tower

Ditties play from the glockenspiel of this preserved tower that dominates a square filled with historic sights, upscale stores and cafés.

Townhouse Tower
Picasso Museum showing a city

Picasso Museum

It’s quite unexpected, but much appreciated, to find this art museum in a northern German town. Discover facts about this renowned Spanish artist when you browse its collection.

Picasso Museum
Münster Botanical Garden showing flowers and a park as well as a couple

Münster Botanical Garden

With a stream, a lake and a palace, this scenic park and its tropical greenhouses provide an idyllic escape just outside the city center of Münster.

Münster Botanical Garden

Areas of Münster

St. Lambert\'s Church which includes heritage elements, heritage architecture and night scenes

Altstadt Münster

5/5(5 area reviews)

Brought back to life after the war, Münster’s old town and its central avenue are still gleaming with historic and religious structures.

Altstadt Münster
Münster Castle featuring heritage elements

Innenstadtring

4/5(7 area reviews)

Among the highlights in this verdant strip surrounding the old town are the university, the botanical gardens and the prince bishop’s residence.

Innenstadtring
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Hiltrup

4/5(1 area review)

The restaurants and lake views are just a few features travellers like about Hiltrup. If you want to do some sightseeing nearby, Halle Muensterland Exhibition and Congress Centre and Lake Aasee are a few top places to visit.

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Mitte-Süd

5/5(1 area review)

While Mitte-Süd may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Lake Aasee and Allwetterzoo Münster.

Mitte-Süd
Die Werse in Münster

Handorf

When in Handorf, you can plan a visit to WersePark Sudmuehle and GOP Variety Theater, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Handorf
Germania Campus and the Factory Hotel are great places to relaxe for a weekend or have an unforgettable event.

Mitte-Nordost

4/5(3 area reviews)

Visitors to Mitte-Nordost enjoy its restaurants, and if you want to do some exploring, Halle Muensterland Exhibition and Congress Centre is worth a stop.

Mitte-Nordost
The Heimathues Kittken in Altenberge, Kreis Steinfurt, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany.

Altenberge

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Frequently asked questions

Is Münster worth visiting?
Whether you're planning to experience the local charm and cultural highlights or try regional foods and go on outdoor adventures, there are many things to do in Münster.
How do I spend a day in Münster?
Münster Castle and Westphalian State Museum for Art and Cultural History are two excellent places to begin your adventures. Remember to explore the shopping and dining options in Münster while you're here too.
What is the top tourist attraction in Münster?
The top tourist attraction in Münster is Münster Cathedral, so don't forget to put it on your sightseeing agenda.
Is three days enough to stay in Münster?
Three days will be enough time to check out many city sights, including Münster Cathedral, Münster Castle and Westphalian State Museum for Art and Cultural History. The average stay in Münster is two days. If you have the urge to extend your getaway, Osnabrueck isn't far away.
Is Münster a walkable city?
Some top attractions in Münster, like Münster Cathedral and Münster Castle, are within walking distance. You can also discover several of the city's neighbourhoods on foot. Just 2 kilometres from central Münster is Innenstadtring and Altstadt Münster is 0.16 kilometres away.
What are some activities to do in Münster with kids?
Whether you're holidaying with young explorers or adventure-seeking teens, an itinerary filled with cool activities takes your trip to the next level. Take a look at our ideas for what to do in Münster with kids.

What to do in Münster for adults?
Historical City Hall of Münster and Stadtweinhaus are just two of the things to do in Münster. With plenty of activities available, there's something here for everyone to experience.
Are there free things to do in Münster?
From relaxing in parks to wandering around hip neighbourhoods, it's simple to find free things to do in Münster. If you're looking for inspiration, get some tips from a local tour guide. Münster Cathedral is a must for anyone wishing to save on their travelling adventures.

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