Wiesbaden

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Kurhaus featuring a garden, heritage architecture and a fountain
This “spa town” is known for its hot springs, but there are also museums, parks, architecture and shops to explore.

Wiesbaden is the capital city of the federal state of Hesse in southwest Germany. It is part of the Frankfurt Rhine-Main region, which is a bustling cultural and economic center in Europe. Wiesbaden translates to “meadow baths,” and it is one of the oldest spa towns in Europe. Fourteen of the city’s original twenty-six Hot Springs are still flowing today. Experience the rejuvenating hot springs at thermal spas downtown or at some of the city’s hotels, which have thermal springs and therapy departments.

When you are relaxed and revitalized from the spas, the elegant Kurhaus is a perfect place to continue your visit to the city. The event venue is surrounded by historic buildings and features twelve auditoriums and salons. When you have finished admiring the Kurhaus, stroll through Kurpark Wiesbaden, which is immediately behind the event venue. You will see 19th-century English style garden landscaping in the park. Hire a boat and paddle along the pond at the park for a relaxing afternoon in the sun.

If you are interested in history and shopping, explore the Schiffchen (little ship), which is the city’s historic district. The area got its name because it is shaped like a ship’s bow. You will find wines, olive oils and spices in the district’s shops. When you’re ready for some food, head to Goldgasse in the Schiffchen. You will much to choose from with the many tapas bars, cafes, bistros, restaurants, wine bars and pizza parlors. There are a number of museums in Wiesbaden, giving visitors an insight into local history and art. But make sure you get to the most unusual museum, Harlekinaeum, which is the only museum of humor in the world.

Take the scenic Neroberg Mountain Train to the 804-foot (245-meter) high hillside estate of Neroberg. There you can visit the Russian Church and walk along the Neroberg Nature Trail where you will see beautiful views of the city.

Wiesbaden is served by public buses, which connect all city districts to downtown. There are also regular bus and rail services from the city to the Frankfurt Rhine-Main region.

Where to stay in Wiesbaden

IntercityHotel Frankfurt Hauptbahnhof Süd
IntercityHotel Frankfurt Hauptbahnhof Süd
4 out of 5
Mannheimer Str. 21, Frankfurt, HE, 60329
Fully refundable
The price is €75 per night from 30 Jun to 1 Jul
€75
per night
30 Jun - 1 Jul
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Frankfurt. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast and on-site parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the comfy rooms ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,010 reviews)
"Their website said they had AC, but the central system had been turned off. That’s misleading customers. Had I known they shut down their AC, I would have booked other hotels. It was around 23C in Frankfurt that day."

Reviewed on 26 May 2023

IntercityHotel Frankfurt Hauptbahnhof Süd
Hilton Garden Inn Frankfurt Airport
Hilton Garden Inn Frankfurt Airport
3 out of 5
The Squaire, Am Flughafen, Frankfurt, 60600
The price is €139 per night from 3 Jun to 4 Jun
€139
per night
3 Jun - 4 Jun
Stay at this 3-star family-friendly hotel in Frankfurt. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,313 reviews)
"Very convenient to the airport. Comfortable room."

Reviewed on 29 May 2023

Hilton Garden Inn Frankfurt Airport
Hyatt Place Frankfurt Airport
Hyatt Place Frankfurt Airport
4 out of 5
De-Saint-Exupéry-Straße 4, Frankfurt, HE, 60549
The price is €100 per night from 4 Jun to 5 Jun
€100
per night
4 Jun - 5 Jun
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Frankfurt. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,013 reviews)
"It was a perfect stay. ❤️"

Reviewed on 28 May 2023

Hyatt Place Frankfurt Airport
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Adina Apartment Hotel Wiesbaden
Adina Apartment Hotel Wiesbaden
4 out of 5
Taunusstrasse 1A, Wiesbaden, 65183
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly aparthotel in Wiesbaden. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast and a fitness centre. Popular attractions Kochbrunnen and Colonnade ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (26 reviews)
"Property was excellent in almost every way except for parking. I was led to believe, as were others in our group, that on-site parking was available. But, all that parking has been rented out to semi-permanent residences. There is parking two large blocks away, but this needs to be made clear, specially ..."

Reviewed on 8 May 2023

Adina Apartment Hotel Wiesbaden
Houseboat villa. nautica
Houseboat villa. nautica
Mainz-Kastel, HE
Stay at this houseboat in Wiesbaden. Enjoy free WiFi, on-site parking and barbecues. Popular attractions Zollhafen Mainz and Kunsthalle Mainz are located nearby. ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (19 reviews)
Sehr entspannend
"Wir hatten eine schöne entspannte Zeit. Es hat alles gut geklappt."

Reviewed on 18 May 2023

Houseboat villa. nautica
Adina Apartment Hotel Frankfurt Westend
Adina Apartment Hotel Frankfurt Westend
4 out of 5
Osloer Strasse 3, Frankfurt, HE, 60327
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly aparthotel in Frankfurt. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast and room service. Our guests praise the bar and the comfy rooms in ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (905 reviews)
"Great apartment, very spacious clean and comfortable. The breakfast is also fantastic!"

Reviewed on 18 May 2023

Adina Apartment Hotel Frankfurt Westend
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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