Old Town Leipzig Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Old Town Leipzig
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.
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.
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.
Maedler Passage
Wander through a glass-roofed arcade where high-end boutique shopping meets Leipzig’s literary and architectural heritage.
Leipzig's New Town Hall
After visiting Leipzig's New Town Hall, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Leipzig. While you're in the area, find time to visit its shops.
Activities
Leipzig: 1.5-Hour Historical Walking Tour in German
Leipzig : modern guided tour of the old town - innovative & entertaining!
Leipzig: Comedy Tour through the Old Town (Tour in German)
University of Leipzig: Guided Campus Walking Tour
Our pick of the best Old Town Leipzig Hotel Deals
Adina Apartment Hotel Leipzig
"5 night stay in the city for a music festival Second time stopping here great location Great rooms"
Reviewed on 26 May 2026
Premier Inn Leipzig City Oper
"Stuff was not helpful The room was clean"
Reviewed on 6 May 2026
elaya hotel leipzig city center
"Everything about this hotel worked for me. Clean, good bed, light & pleasant room. Loved the feature chairs ! And I thank the staff who were particularly helpful, welcoming and polite. Close to train & the Altstadt . I look forward to returning."
Reviewed on 26 May 2026
Vienna House Easy by Wyndham Leipzig
"La chambre est tres bien, il manquait seulement une cafetiere"
Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026
Capri by Fraser Leipzig
"Very nicely appointed bright room. Great kitchenette set-up w hi-end appliance feel. Very upbeat interior design. Airy, modern feel. Really enjoyed the stay. Breakfast was good value, but would have liked more fresh fruit and less runny scrambled eggs. All round though excellent stay."
Reviewed on 26 May 2026
Steigenberger Icon Grandhotel Handelshof
"Great location. Beautiful spaces."
Reviewed on 13 Apr 2026
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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 Maedler Passage or Leipzig's Old Town Hall 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 Arena Leipzig.
Zentrum-Süd
Discover Zentrum-Süd, memorable for its restaurants. Popular attractions in Zentrum-Süd include Federal Administrative Court of Germany and Leipzig University Library, 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.
