Essen Holidays
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Your Essen Holiday
From its highlights to its hidden gems, this city is best explored with an Essen holiday package. Book a hotel in Duisburg Mitte, which is great for bars and pubs, history and nightlife. If taking in sights is part of the plan during your trip to Essen, stop by popular attractions like Westfield Centro, Zollverein Coal Mine World Heritage Site and Seaside Beach Baldeney. Don't put off visiting this city any longer. The ultimate Essen holiday is only a few clicks away with Expedia.
Our guide on where to stay in Essen
Find the best Essen areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Essen
Ruettenscheid
2 out of top 10 points of interest in this area
Ruettenscheid is well liked for its bars and museums. If you're hoping to get in some sightseeing, Grugahalle and Grugapark Botanical Garden are top spots, and you can jump on the metro at Messe Ost-Gruga-Halle U-Bahn or Martinstrasse U-Bahn to get around.
Essen Holiday
Essen Essential Information
Language | German |
|---|---|
Currency | Euros |
Local Welcome | Guten Tag |
Local Goodbye | Tschüss |
Closest Airport | Duesseldorf Intl. Airport (DUS) |
Population | 593,100 |
Max Temp Winter | 4ºC |
Max Temp Summer | 24ºC |
Top Sights | Duisburg Zoo, LEGOLAND Discovery Centre Oberhausen and Seaside Beach Baldeney |
Our pick of the best Essen Hotel Deals
Premier Inn Essen City Centre
Am Hauptbahnhof 3 Essen
The price is AU$109 per night from 6 June to 7 June
AU$109
6 June - 7 June
includes taxes & fees
8.8/10 Excellent! (190 reviews)
"Located near Essen Hauptbahnhof, a short walk to the City centre. Ideal if needing somewhere to sleep if travelling. Shops and bars restaurants a short walk away."
Reviewed on 25 May 2026
McDreams Hotel Essen-City
Altendorfer Str. 220 Essen
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$83 per night from 7 June to 8 June
AU$83
7 June - 8 June
includes taxes & fees
8.2/10 Very Good! (592 reviews)
"Fast experience and checkin possible until late at night. Just would be good if website to checkin online was more mobile friendly !"
Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026
Garner Hotel Essen - Handelshof by IHG
Am Hauptbahnhof 2 Essen NW
Fully refundable
The price is AU$102 per night from 7 June to 8 June
AU$102
7 June - 8 June
includes taxes & fees
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
"Extremely friendly staff (even by German standards), nothing was a problem. Very convenient location for the HBF (main station) - it is directly opposite, however this also means that it is rather noisy at night and attracts all kinds of lowlife."
Reviewed on 28 Apr 2026
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.
Discover the most popular places to visit in Essen
Zollverein Coal Mine World Heritage Site
Explore a complex described as the most beautiful coal mine in the world to find captivating museums and learn about Essen’s fascinating industrial heritage.
Messe Essen
Learn about the events happening in Messe Essen during your trip to Essen. Take in the theatre scene while you're in the area.
University of Duisburg-Essen
Walk around the campus at University of Duisburg-Essen during your visit to Essen. Experience the area's theatre scene and live music.
What to do in Essen
Mettmann: Neanderthal Museum Admission Ticket
AU$23
per adult
Gelsenkirchen Scavenger Hunt and Sights Self-Guided Tour
AU$7
per adult
Self Guided Secrets of Gelsenkirchen Exploration Game
AU$42
per traveller
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