What to do in Marbach am Neckar

With more than 80 racing and sports cars on display, the Porsche Museum is a comprehensive look at the history of this prestige car manufacturer. See the progression of Porsche cars, learn about sports car technology and watch the company’s mechanics at work.

Pick up insights into the history of the motor car at the Mercedes-Benz Museum. More than 160 vehicles and 1,500 exhibits are spread across nine floors. They cover some of the key moments in the evolution of the automotive industry, from its beginnings in the late 19th century to today’s technological innovations.

Wilhelma Zoo is a combined zoological park and botanical garden. Spend a day admiring colorful plants from around the world and get up-close with creatures from the wild. Wilhelma Zoo spreads across 70 acres (28 hectares) of glorious parkland, which was designed in the 1800s as a summer residence for King Wilhelm I. Many of the displays and exhibitions are set in a striking series of Moorish-style bathhouses.

Spend an afternoon drinking in the vibrant atmosphere of Schlossplatz (Palace Square). Visit an architectural masterpiece built for the Dukes of Wüttermberg. People-watch while lingering on lush green lawns, browse markets and attend live musical performances. Schlossplatz began as a military parade ground before being turned into a public Baroque-style park in the mid-1800s.

The Mercedes-Benz Arena is an iconic soccer stadium with a capacity for more than 60,000 fans. The arena is the home of one of Germany’s most illustrious sports teams, VfB Stuttgart. Purchase tickets for a game and enjoy the excited atmosphere among local fans.