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Mainz Cathedral
Beneath its six soaring towers, immerse yourself in over a millennium’s worth of history at the city’s opulent sandstone cathedral.
Gutenberg Museum
In the heart of Mainz’s Old Town, trace the history of bookmaking and discover how the city served as the birthplace of modern printing.
Gutenberg University
Enjoy the student vibe at Gutenberg University during your stay in Mainz. Discover the area's museums and cathedral.
Augustinerstrasse
Stroll through Mainz’s Old Town along this pedestrianized street, lined with shopping boutiques and a remarkably preserved assortment of colorful historic buildings.
Kirschgarten
Discover Mainz at its most charming in this romantic square, bordered by historic half-timbered homes and anchored by a bubbling Baroque-style fountain.
Naturhistorisches Museum
Walk among mammoths, saber-toothed cats and other relics of the ancient world at the largest museum of natural history in Rhineland-Palatinate.
ZDF
After visiting ZDF, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Mainz. Visit the area's cathedral and spas.
Rheingoldhalle
After visiting Rheingoldhalle, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Mainz City Center. Experience the area's museums and festivals.
Mewa Arena
Catch an event at Mewa Arena during your trip to Mainz. Visit the area's cathedral and spas.
Areas of Mainz
Altstadt Mainz
You'll enjoy the museums and churches in Altstadt Mainz. You might want to make time for a stop at Mainz Cathedral or Gutenberg Museum.
Oberstadt
You'll enjoy the coffee shops and spas in Oberstadt. You might want to make time for a stop at Public Park or St. Achatius.
Gonsenheim
When in Gonsenheim and the surrounding area, you'll want to check out sights like Mewa Arena or Zollhafen Mainz and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Hugo-Eckener-Straße Tram Stop or Gonsenheim Gonsbachgärten Tram Stop.
Neustadt
You might enjoy the river views while in Neustadt. Zollhafen Mainz is a notable sight, and you can get around town at Mainz Central Station Tram Stop or Mainz Hauptbahnhof West/Taubertsbergbad Tram Stop to see more of the city.
Bretzenheim
Restaurants and shopping are notable features of Bretzenheim. You might consider stopping by Mewa Arena while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
Hartenberg-Münchfeld
If you're spending time in Hartenberg-Münchfeld, you might enjoy its restaurants and historical sites. If you've got time to venture a little farther, you can make a stop by Zollhafen Mainz or Christ Church.
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