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Things to Do and See in Bochum (and Dortmund)

Looking for something to occupy a few empty hours?
This page lists some of the major attractions to check out in Bochum and nearby Dortmund.
Be sure to check out the Accomodations and Restaurants page, if you're in need of advice on where to eat. 

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Sights and Attractions in Bochum

  • Deutsches Bergbau Museum (German Mining Museum)
    • Dive into the history of the Ruhrpott!
    • Can be reached from Bochum Hbf via the U-Bahn (line U35)
  • Planetarium Bochum
    • Planetarium with wonderful impressions of the night sky and changing programming on the topic of space and the cosmos
    • Can be reached from Bochum Hbf with the S-Bahn (lines 308 and 316)
  • Starlight Express Musical
    • Watch the cult classic musical with a fantastic show and music from Andrew Lloyd Weber in Bochum
    • Can be reached from Bochum Hbf by bus, Bus 354.
  • Botanischer Garten der Ruhr-Universität Bochum
    • Botanical gardens with various display greenhouses
    • Can be reached from Bochum Hbf via the U-Bahn (line U35).
  • Kunstmuseum Bochum
    • Art museum with European art from the early 20th century.
    • Can be reached from Bochum Hbf/Boulevard by bus, Bus 353/339 and Bus 336.

Sights and Attractions in Dortmund

  • Borussia Dortmund - Signal Iduna Park
    • Discover Germany's largest football stadium and the home of the BVB.
    • Can be reached from Dortmund Hbf with local train RB53 or the U-Bahn (line U45)
  • Phoenix des Lumières Dortmund
    • Museum for immersive and digital art
    • Can be reached from Dortmund Hbf with the U-Bahn (U41) and bus (Bus 451/445)
  • Westfalenpark
    • Large public park with various areas and features
    • Can be reached from Dortmund Hbf with the U-Bahn (U49).
  • Dortmunder U (Zentrum für Kunst and Kreativität)
    • Exhibition space with various fascinating displays on eclectic topics, such as art, society, culture, etc.
    • Can be reached on foot from Dortmund Hbf in about 5 minutes.
  • Theater Dortmund
  • Museum für Kunst und Kulturgeschichte
    • Can be reached on foot in about 10 minutes.
  • Deutsches Fußballmuseum
    • A must for all football fans!
    • Can be reached on foot from Dortmund Hbf in 5 minutes.