Things to see and do

Let's start the travel topic by saying that you must take the time to travel across Germany using trains because it is amazingly cheap. You can download Bahn apps and use this website to check the pricing. 

Plan your trip here!

Crazy deal now in Germany, go anywhere with €22.

2. Or if you prefer more cheaper travelling is via Eurolines, which connecting major European cities (English version)




3. Via Airline, use this apps for your online flight check-in and flight status




Best Shopping in Germany

Wertheim Village, Frankfurt

All top brands in one place! 



Cheapest way to go is by bus



OutletCity Metzingen, Stuttgart

Top Brands ie. Hugo Boss, Polo, Burberry, Armani etc.
(Clothing Men, Women, Children)





Bamberg

The UNESCO World Heritage Site of Bamberg, they are particularly enchanted by the city's many different facets. In the hill city Bamberg portrays itself as the Franconian Rome, the island city with Little Venice is its lively heart. Bamberg, shopping in modern shops and a historical atmosphere. And in the Old Town everything is very close together. Source : en.bamberg.info




Rothenburg ob der Tauber not far from Bamberg is a town in the district of Ansbach of Mittelfranken, the Franconia region of Bavaria, Germany. It is well known for its well-preserved medieval old town, a destination for tourists from around the world. Source : Wiki


Bavarian Alps* 

Forming a long natural divide along the Austrian border, the Bavarian Alps are a strikingly attractive sight. Outdoor enthusiasts will be in their element, with skiing, hiking and canoeing options aplenty, and a selection of top-notch spas catering for those more intent on relaxation. They’re easily reachable from Munich. 


Black Forest*, Freiburg



No part of the German countryside is as storied as the Black Forest: a dense, green mountain range in the southwest. As well as its photogenic beauty and sky-high peaks, the forest is also home to a large number of small characters-rich towns.

It was believed the land which associated with Black Forest Cake and Bird's Clock.



Büdingen

There is the entire medieval part of the town locked up for a medieval festival. This might be quite special, a lot of people dress up in the original dress, you can see medieval carpenters, the knight fights etc. The ticket is average is 6, - €/person. 

The link: http://mittelalterfest-buedingen.de/

 
Castle Cruise on the Rhine

This is one of the most beautiful cruise on earth!



More info : http://www.loreleyinfo.de/rhein/burgen-und-schloesser.php 


Cycle the Long-Distance Road* 




Germany has more than 200 long-distance cycle ways, to choose from, giving options to cyclists everywhere from riverside paths and pretty towns to major cities and mountain-bike trails. The 350km (220 miles) Road, stretching from Wurzburg (near Frankfurt) to the Austrian border, is arguably the most picturesque bike routes of the lot. 

Lake Constance  (Konstanz)



The unique location of this bike tour has made it one of Europe's most desirable cycling destinations. Once a Roman fort, then a thriving medieval town, Constance is now a vibrant university town. The city's palatial mansions and colorful gables will immediately impress you. Source: Tripsite




Dresden* 

WWII left Dresden in a sorrowful state of ruin, but the city has recovered sufficiently to become a spirited and arty (not to mention handsome) destination. Of most note is the resurrected Frauenkirche church, destroyed by firebombing but rebuilt to wonderful effect.


Europa Park, Rust




Essen* 

The European Capital of Culture for 2010 was once best known as being a mining town, but has since grown into a multicultural example of modern Germany, with often remarkable examples of how industrial infrastructure can be repurposed to artistic effect. A fitting place to try and understand what makes the country tick in the 21st century.


Frankfurt* 

Frankfurt am Main is best known as a financial centre (its gleaming office-block skyline has been coined 'Mainhattan') but there's much to draw cultural tourists too. Its historic core dates back to medieval times, and several attractive landmark buildings remain.



Frankfurter Kunstverein*

The Frankfurt Art Association is an art museum founded in 1829 by a group of influential citizen of the city of Frankfurt, Germany. The aim of the institution is to support the arts in the city, which was an important center of trade and business.

Frankfurt River Cruise

Do you want to take a look at Frankfurt's skyline from an entirely different perspective? The relaxing scenic river cruises that take you up and down the river Main provide you with the best view of Germany's most stunning skyline.

Römerberg, Frankfurt

Go to Northeast side of Frankfurt Main Station (bhf) and take Tram 11 (Römer). Römerberg also located close to Alter Oper (see Hauptwache).



From Römerberg you can walk 100m to Eiserner Steg where the romantic tales of padlock bridge situated

Hauptwache, Frankfurt



The Hauptwache is a central point of Frankfurt am Main and is one of the most famous plazas in the city. The original name Schillerplatz was superseded in the early 1900s. Today, Hauptwache station serves as one of the most important crosspoints of the Frankfurt public transport system. Eight of nine S-Bahn lines serve the station as well as six of nine U-Bahn lines. Source : Wiki

Here, a must-see will be the Alter Oper. Please take U7 or U6 train from S-Bahn Hauptwache or S-Bahn Konstablerwache to U-Bahn Alter Oper. The surrounding area also housed few fashion labels the likes of Prada, Salvatore Ferragamo etc.

 

Zoo Frankfurt



Zoo Frankfurt amazed me, the entrance does not represent the big premise that they had. Take the U6 train from Konstablerwache station. Located 10m away from the Zoo train station. They have a sea lion show and a must see Pequin underwater. They also opened a pet park for the kids to feed friendly animals.


Friedrichshafen - The Zeppelin Tour


More info : http://zeppelin-nt.de/en/homepage.html

Günzburg - Legoland



Legoland Deutschland is a Legoland park located in Günzburg in southern Germany, roughly half way from Munich to Stuttgart, which opened in 2002. It is 43.5 hectares in area, and it is one of the four most popular theme parks in Germany

Hamburg* 



This northern port city is another with rich pickings for tourists. It's the second largest metropolis in the country and, as a result, a colourful, cosmopolitan place to visit. Retrace the steps of The Beatles on the Reeperbahn, or dive into the wealth of heritage sites.

Heidelberg* 



Boasting a glorious woodland setting on the broad Neckar River, Heidelberg draws large numbers of visitors with its mixture of historical attractions and annual events. The town has a history of drawing academics, and is famed for its riverside Philosophers' Walk (Philosophenweg).

Get yourself an itinerary, things to do in Heidelberg 



Neuschwanstein Castle* or Disneyland Castle, Fussen, Bayern





The archetypal fairytale palace, world-famous Neuschwanstein stands among Alpine foothills in Bavaria. It’s the most elaborate of King Ludwig II’s castles, with much of its design inspired by Wagnerian operas. And if you think the outside looks dramatic, wait until you see the gilded decor and furnishings that a visit to the interior serves up.


Oktoberfest* 

Munich’s wildly eulogised festival is a 16-day celebration of Bavarian culture. If you’re planning a visit, be aware that despite its name, the majority of the festival always falls in late September. The festival was first held in 1810. 


The Rhine* 

The Rhine (spelt Rhein in German) is one of the longest rivers in Europe, and one of its most impressive to boot. Take a cruise from Koblenz past fairytale castles, pretty villages and the imposing Lorelei Rock, legendary home of a siren said to have lured boatmen to their demise.


Walk the Rennsteig* 


The size and scope of the country - with its mountain ranges, tidal shores and mighty forests - makes Germany a hikers' paradise. The historical ridge walk known as the Rennsteig leads for some 170 km (106 miles) through forests and highlands in the centre of the country, and combines rich culture with even richer scenery. 


Watch a football match* 



Germany's love affair with football finds reaches its pinnacle at the Allianz Arena, home of Bayern Munich. Snare a ticket and watch one of the continent’s top teams in action – other lively options include Hamburg, Bayer Leverkusen, Hertha Berlin, Schalke 04 and Werder Bremen. Many of the stadia are new, having been built for the 2006 World Cup.

Purchase Ticket Here


Weimar* 



A must for culture vultures. The southern 1,000-year-old town of Weimar has been home to many great men, including Goethe, Luther, Bach, Liszt, Wagner and Schiller. An important creative centre of the past, the city experienced its golden age in the 18th and 19th centuries.


Wiesbaden, Hessen

Refer Wiesbaden Transport Network Interactive | Bus Network (pdf)






*Some Sources : WorldTravelguide.net