Merl Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
Grand Ducal Palace
Take a tour of the official residence of the Grand Duke of Luxembourg or simply view its breathtaking Flemish-Renaissance façade from the street.
Luxembourg City Hall
Admire the elegant neoclassical hall that holds the offices of the local government, located on the site of a former Franciscan monastery.
Place d'Armes
Enjoy a meal under the shade of a lime tree or see an outdoor performance at this popular pedestrianized square.
Notre-Dame Cathedral
Explore this late-Gothic cathedral, home to exquisite stained-glass windows and an important statue of the Virgin Mary.
Adolphe Bridge
A symbol of Luxembourg’s independence, this historic bridge is best known for its scenic views.
Place Guillaume II
Admire architectural masterpieces, attend concerts and shop at markets at this medieval square in the heart of Luxembourg City’s historic center.
Activities
Tip-Based Luxembourg Walking Tour in English
Luxembourg Self Guided Heritage Walking Tour with Mobile App
Romantic Quest in Luxembourg: Self-Guided Love Story Walk
Our pick of the best Merl Hotel Deals
Doubletree by Hilton Luxembourg
A little out of the centre but free public transport
Reviewed on 27 Nov 2025
NOTO Hotel
It is about 30mins bus journey from the city centre. Buses on the weekend operate on an hourly to 2 hourly basis. So just keep that in mind. Overall, good hotel
Reviewed on 30 Nov 2025
City Hotel
Very spacious, clean, and modern room! I also really appreciated both Abdil and John at the front desk.
Reviewed on 6 Dec 2025
LEGERE HOTEL Luxembourg
Staff was great. The hotel was completely booked and we were not able to get a room without being open to the bathroom. As I was traveling with my daughter, this was very important to us. They accommodated us by switching the room with another client that did not require it. Saved the day for ...
Reviewed on 4 Dec 2025
B&B HOTEL Luxembourg Centre Cloche D'Or
Side street parking is free from 7pm to 8am. 25 euro for hotel parking.
Reviewed on 5 Dec 2025
Luxembourg Marriott Hotel Alfa
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Reviewed on 14 Sept 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Merl
Belair
Belair is well liked for its coffee shops, and you can visit sights like Merl-Belair Park and Adolphe Bridge if you have time to explore the area.
Hollerich
You'll enjoy the restaurants and museums in Hollerich. You might want to make time for a stop at Merl-Belair Park or Tramway Museum.
Cessange
While Cessange may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Merl-Belair Park and den Atelier.
Gare
Noted for its historical sites and coffee shops, there's plenty to explore in Gare. Top attractions like den Atelier and Post and Telecommunication Museum are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Paräisser Plaz/Place de Paris Tram Stop or Place de Metz Tram Stop to see more of the city.
Limpertsberg
You might enjoy the restaurants on your visit to Limpertsberg. Visitors recommend a visit to Grand Theatre of Luxembourg, and you can get around town on the metro at Centre, Stäreplaz / Étoile Tram Stop.
Uewerstad
If you're spending time in Uewerstad, check out sights like Place d'Armes or Place Guillaume II and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Hamilius Tram Stop or Centre, Stäreplaz / Étoile Tram Stop.
