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What to do in Esslingen
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Porsche Museum
Appreciate the power, technology and aesthetic qualities of Porsche’s renowned racing and sports cars, with more than 80 vehicles on display at this museum.
Mercedes Benz Museum
Discover over 100 years of automobile history with a tour of some of the earliest, most famous and technologically advanced cars.
Wilhelma Zoo
Discover thousands of exotic animals and plant species at this zoological and botanical garden located in the grounds of a former royal retreat.
MHP Arena
Support the famous VfB Stuttgart soccer team, take a tour of this innovative stadium and learn about its fascinating history.
Schlossplatz
Framed by historical buildings, scattered with monuments and home to open-air concerts, this central square is one of the city’s favorite social gathering places.
Cannstatter Wasen
Enjoy an outing to Cannstatter Wasen during your stay in Stuttgart. Make time to visit the area's shops, or simply enjoy its top-notch restaurants.
Konigstrasse
Browse the vast range of jewelry and visit the museums on one of the longest and most popular shopping boulevards in Germany.
Ludwigsburg Palace
Stroll around the meticulously kept gardens of this Baroque palace and find a unique blend of architectural styles and exciting galleries housed within.
Old Castle
Visit an ancient castle to learn about the history of the region. See Stone Age relics, crown jewels of nobility and part of a Roman soldier’s ceremonial uniform.
