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What are the top attractions in Stuttgart?
Must-see places, ranked by popularity
Quick answer 16 top-rated attractions in Stuttgart, ranked by traveler popularity. Tickets & tours bookable via Viator with free cancellation on most experiences.
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★ 4.8
Mercedes-Benz Museum
Mercedesstraße 100, 70372 Stuttgart-Bad Cannstatt, G...
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★ 4.7
Porsche Museum
Porscheplatz 1, 70435 Stuttgart, Germany
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★ 4.6
Schlossplatz
Schloßpl., 70173 Stuttgart, Germany
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★ 4.5
Wilhelma - Zoological-botanical garden
Wilhelma 13, 70376 Stuttgart-Bad Cannstatt, Germany
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★ 4.6
Stuttgart TV Tower
Jahnstraße 120, 70597 Stuttgart-Degerloch, Germany
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★ 4.6
Blühendes Barock Gartenschau Ludwigsburg
Schorndorfer Straße (Haupteingang, 71640 Ludwigsburg...
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★ 4.7
Höhenpark Killesberg
Stresemannstraße, 70191 Stuttgart, Germany
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★ 4.7
Esslingen Castle
Esslinger Burg, 73728 Esslingen am Neckar, Germany
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★ 4.6
State Museum of Natural History Stuttgart
Rosenstein 1-3, 70191 Stuttgart-Bad Cannstatt, Germany
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★ 4.5
Kürbisausstellung Ludwigsburg
im Blühenden Barock, 71640 Ludwigsburg, Germany
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★ 4.6
Schloss Solitude
Solitude 1, 70197 Stuttgart-West, Germany
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★ 4.7
Grave chapel on the Wuerttemberg
Württembergstraße 340, 70327 Stuttgart-Untertürkheim...
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★ 4.5
RITTER SPORT Bunte Schokowelt
Alfred-Ritter-Straße 27, 71111 Waldenbuch, Germany
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★ 4.6
Staatsgalerie Stuttgart
Konrad-Adenauer-Straße 30-32, 70173 Stuttgart, Germany
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★ 4.4
Nymphaea Zoo
Nymphaeaweg 12, 73730 Esslingen am Neckar, Germany
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★ 4.3
Sports and spa center Fildorado GmbH
Mahlestraße 50, 70794 Filderstadt-Bonlanden, Germany
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What are the best tours and experiences in Stuttgart?
Hop-on-hop-off, food tours, day trips, skip-the-line tickets
Quick answer Top tour formats in Stuttgart include hop-on-hop-off bus loops, food and walking tours, day trips, and skip-the-line attraction tickets. All bookable through Viator or GetYourGuide with free cancellation on most options.
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Where to eat and go out in Stuttgart?
Restaurants, bars, and entertainment
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Stuttgart TV TowerRestaurant
★ 4.6
60 seconds to napoli Stuttgart$$
★ 4.6
Carls Brewery$$
★ 4.5
Abacco‘s Steakhouse Stuttgart$$$
★ 4.6
Kürbisausstellung LudwigsburgRestaurant
★ 4.5
Restaurant Asiamo$$
★ 4.7
Dilgelay - Der Stuttgarter Döner$
★ 4.8
Bärenschlössle$$
★ 4.5
Nightlife
SI-Centrum StuttgartBar / Club
★ 4.4
Valle$$
★ 4.6
Palm Beach Stuttgart$$
★ 4.5
LKA LonghornBar / Club
★ 4.4
Jigger & Spoon$$
★ 4.6
Rotenberger Weingärtle$$
★ 4.6
Brauhaus Schönbuch$$
★ 4.1
Katzenbacher Hof$$
★ 4.5
Shows & Events
TOM TWERSAug 21
King Kong Kicks meets Stuttgarter WeindorfAug 22
MORPHEUZAug 23
Down Set Talk! - LiveSep 3
Linella - Linella LiveSep 8
TJARK - auch wenn’s uns morgen nicht mehr gibt TourSep 8
Mike Oldfield's Tubular Bells - The Best of Tubular Bells I, II & IIISep 9
Zackavelli - MASI 2 TOURSep 11
Where can I shop in Stuttgart?
Malls, markets, and retail districts
Quick answer Top shopping destinations in Stuttgart from major malls to local markets. Browse the rail below for hours, locations, and ratings.
★ 4.2
MILANEO Stuttgart
Mailänder Platz 7, 70173 Stuttgart, Germany
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★ 4.6
Markthalle Stuttgart
Dorotheenstraße 4, 70173 Stuttgart, Germany
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★ 4.4
Breuningerland Sindelfingen
Tilsiter Str. 15, 71065 Sindelfingen, Germany
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★ 4.3
Königsbau Passagen
Königstraße 26, 70173 Stuttgart, Germany
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★ 4.3
MARSTALL Ludwigsburg
Marstallstraße, 71634 Ludwigsburg, Germany
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★ 4.7
Der Esslinger Mittelaltermarkt & Weihnachtsmarkt
Marktpl. 16, 73728 Esslingen am Neckar-Pliensau...
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★ 4.2
Das Gerber
Sophienstraße 21, 70178 Stuttgart, Germany
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★ 4.3
Breuninger Stuttgart
Marktstraße 1-3, 70173 Stuttgart, Germany
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★ 4.3
WilhelmGalerie Ludwigsburg e.V.
Wilhelmstraße 26, 71638 Ludwigsburg, Germany
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★ 4.2
CARRÉ Bad Cannstatt
Wildunger Str. 2-4, 70372 Stuttgart, Germany
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★ 4.1
Primark
Königstraße 27-27a, 70173 Stuttgart, Germany
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★ 4.1
GALERIA Kaufhof
Königstraße 6, 70173 Stuttgart, Germany
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★ 4.2
DAS ES!
Berliner Str. 2, 73728 Esslingen am Neckar, Ger...
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★ 4.1
LEO-Center
Leonberger Str. 98-108, 71229 Leonberg, Germany
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★ 4.1
TK Maxx
Königstraße 18, 70173 Stuttgart, Germany
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★ 4.0
Primark
Milaneo, Mailänder Platz 7, 70173 Stuttgart, Ge...
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What events are happening in Stuttgart?
Concerts, sports & shows in the next 90 days
Quick answer 36 upcoming events in Stuttgart across the next 90 days, including concerts, sports, and live shows. Tickets via Ticketmaster.
TOM TWERS
Aug 21, 2026
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ConcertKing Kong Kicks meets Stuttgarter Weindorf
Aug 22, 2026
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ConcertMORPHEUZ
Aug 23, 2026
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SportsDown Set Talk! - Live
Sep 3, 2026
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Arts & TheatreLinella - Linella Live
Sep 8, 2026
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Music / Rock / PopTJARK - auch wenn’s uns morgen nicht mehr gibt Tour
Sep 8, 2026
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Mike Oldfield's Tubular Bells - The Best of Tubular Bells I, II & III
Sep 9, 2026
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ConcertZackavelli - MASI 2 TOUR
Sep 11, 2026
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Roger G. - So Freunde!
Sep 17, 2026
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Arts & TheatreSVEN BENSMANN - SVENOMENAL
Oct 1, 2026
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Tommy Lyon - Europe
Oct 1, 2026
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ConcertVEGA - Tour
Oct 2, 2026
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STVW - Punk Rave Europe Tour
Oct 3, 2026
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Prinz Pi - Abschiedstour
Oct 5, 2026
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Arts & TheatreDie Reimanns - Sabbelstunde mit Manu & Konny
Oct 6, 2026
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Allie Sherlock - For Once I'll Say It Out loud Tour
Oct 6, 2026
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Arts & TheatreBratwurst und Baklava - Live mit Bastian Bielendorfer und Özcan Cosar
Oct 7, 2026
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Lake Street Dive - 2026 European Tour
Oct 8, 2026
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Arts & TheatrePaula Lambert
Oct 10, 2026
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ConcertDIKKA - BOAH IST DAS KRASS TOUR 2
Oct 11, 2026
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ConcertYung Pepp - Die große kleine Tour
Oct 11, 2026
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Katherine Priddy
Oct 12, 2026
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Ivo Martin - MIT DIR WIRD MIR WARM TOUR
Oct 14, 2026
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Ricarda Hofmann - Special Interest Tour
Oct 20, 2026
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Concert
AUG
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TOM TWERS
Schillerplatz 6, Stuttgart
Concert
AUG
22
King Kong Kicks meets Stuttgarter Weindorf
Schillerplatz 6, Stuttgart
Concert
AUG
23
MORPHEUZ
Schillerplatz 6, Stuttgart
Sports
SEP
3
Down Set Talk! - Live
Siemensstraße 11, Stuttgart
Arts & Theatre
SEP
8
Linella - Linella Live
Siemensstraße 11, Stuttgart
Music / Rock / Pop
SEP
8
TJARK - auch wenn’s uns morgen nicht mehr gibt Tour
Quellenstraße 7
Music / Rock / Pop
SEP
9
Mike Oldfield's Tubular Bells - The Best of Tubular Bells I, II & III
Berliner Platz 1-3
Concert
SEP
11
Zackavelli - MASI 2 TOUR
Heiligenwiesen 6, Stuttgart
Arts & Theatre
SEP
17
Roger G. - So Freunde!
Siemensstraße 11, Stuttgart
Frequently asked questions about Stuttgart
Common traveler questions answered
What are the top things to do in Stuttgart?
Stuttgart offers world-class attractions, guided tours, restaurants, nightlife, shopping districts and live events. Explore the rails above for ranked attractions, food & drink picks, shows and experiences happening in the next 90 days.
How many days do I need in Stuttgart?
Most travelers find 3-5 days is enough to see the main attractions in Stuttgart, with extra time for day trips or beach time. Long weekends (3 days) work for highlight tours; a full week lets you slow down and explore neighborhoods, cuisine and nearby destinations.
What's the best way to get around Stuttgart?
Public transport, walking, taxis and rideshares cover most central areas. Renting a car gives you the most flexibility for day trips, beaches, and destinations outside the city center, with all major suppliers available at Stuttgart Airport (STR).
When is the best time to visit Stuttgart?
Shoulder seasons (spring and autumn) typically offer the best balance of weather, crowds, and prices. Summer brings peak attractions and events but also the highest hotel rates and longest queues. Check current event listings above to align your visit with festivals or shows that interest you.
Where is the best area to stay in Stuttgart?
Central neighborhoods near top attractions are convenient for first-time visitors. Compare hotel rates from hundreds of sites using the KAYAK link in the sidebar to find the right balance of price, location, and amenities for your trip.
Do I need a car in Stuttgart?
It depends on your itinerary. For city-focused trips with central hotels, public transport and rideshares often work fine. If you plan beach days, day trips, or visits to suburbs and surrounding areas, a rental car is usually faster and cheaper than booking individual transfers.