Altstadt Mainz Travel Guide
Mainz
Visit Altstadt Mainz
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
Marktbrunnen
Marktbrunnen is just one of the places to see in Mainz City Center, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the area's museums and cathedral.
Things to do
Guided tour in Mainz on the Rhine in german and english
Audio Tour of Mainz: A Guide to the Town where Bookprinting Began
Private Audiobook City Rally in Mainz City Centre
Mainz Old Town: A Self-Guided Walking Tour
Wiesbaden: Certified organic farm - Domäne Mechtildshausen
Mainz: Private custom tour with a local guide
Top hotels in Altstadt Mainz
Hilton Mainz
"Amazing stay in Hilton. The hotel is excellent, great service, our room was upgraded to River View which was a pleasant suprise. Easy to get anywhere from the hotel, lovely bars along the bank of Rhein just at the door step."
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
Brunfels Hotel, in the Unbound Collection by Hyatt
"Just a perfect stay for our time in Mainz. Not only was the hotel and staff perfect, the location was just a short walk to the train station. We were able to easily make it to Frankfurt, Weisbaden, Heidelberg, and even Cologne for a day. The city of Mainz is awesome. Plenty of food, wine, shopping, ..."
Reviewed on 21 Jun 2026
Sheraton Frankfurt Airport Hotel & Conference Center
"Fantastic location with clean modern rooms. Great cigar bar too. Restaurants were more than adequate and the breakfast was great. Right on the airport no need for taxi or train. The Squaire is also great for quick shopping or alternative restaurants."
Reviewed on 20 Jun 2026
IntercityHotel Frankfurt Hauptbahnhof Süd
"So, first avoid staying near the Hauptbahnhof. Outside of the rail station it smells like rotting meat and there are homeless everywhere and people using drugs. Aside from that the hotel is okay. I can’t say anything about breakfast as I did not get it there. The room was nice, but only one pillow ..."
Reviewed on 21 Jun 2026
Hyatt Place Frankfurt Airport
"Excellent overall, location n proximity to the airport"
Reviewed on 21 Jun 2026
Steigenberger Airport Hotel Frankfurt
"One of our best hotel experiences ever. Room was over the top great. Breakfast was awesome. Staff super helpful. And the hotel airport shuttle was a life saver."
Reviewed on 19 Jun 2026
Where to stay in Altstadt Mainz
Oberstadt
Travellers enjoy Oberstadt for its coffee shops and spas. Consider checking out St. Achatius while you're in the area.
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
Unique features of Bretzenheim include the restaurants and shopping. Make a stop by Mewa Arena or St. Achatius while you're exploring the area.
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.
Hartenberg-Münchfeld
Restaurants and historical sites are notable features of Hartenberg-Münchfeld. You might consider stopping by St. Achatius while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
