Essen vacation rentals
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Nice holiday / transitional apartment in the south of Essen
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The artsy area of Essen awaits your stay
Enjoy the area's theater scene, art galleries and opera and make a vacation rental your home during your stay in Essen. Renowned for its shopping, live music and museums, this city welcomes all visitors. Many of our vacation rentals offer full kitchens, spacious living quarters, and sometimes even a hot tub for a relaxing getaway.
Sightseeing in and around Essen
Do you want to find attractions to visit while you're in town? Venture out of your cozy vacation rental and experience everything that Essen has to offer. Here are some of the major attractions to put on your list, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city center:
- Alpincenter Bottrop (4.9 mi / 7.9 km)
- AQUApark Oberhausen (6 mi / 9.7 km)
- SEA LIFE Oberhausen (6.2 mi / 10 km)
- LEGOLAND Discovery Centre Oberhausen (6.3 mi / 10.2 km)
- Kaisergarten Park and Zoo (7.1 mi / 11.4 km)
- ZOOM Erlebniswelt (7.4 mi / 11.9 km)
Exploring the natural landscape of Essen
Whether you're an active traveler or just want to appreciate the scenery, Essen is a great spot to appreciate mother nature. Here are some of the area’s most stunning features, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city center:
- Grugapark Botanical Garden (2.3 mi / 3.7 km)
- Seaside Beach Baldeney (3.5 mi / 5.7 km)
- Baldeneysee (3.8 mi / 6.1 km)
- Landschaftspark Duisburg-Nord (9.9 mi / 15.9 km)
- Sportpark Duisburg (10.3 mi / 16.5 km)
- Blue Lake (12.2 mi / 19.7 km)
How to get to and around Essen
The nearest airport is in Düsseldorf Intl. Airport (DUS), located 16.3 mi (26.2 km) from the city center. If you're unable to find a flight that fits your schedule, you can also fly into Dortmund (DTM), which is 26.3 mi (42.3 km) away.
If you prefer to travel by train, Essen Central Station, Essen-Kray Süd Station and Essen Zollverein North Station are the main stations in the city. It's easy to get around Essen by catching a ride on the metro at Hirschlandplatz U-Bahn, Berliner Platz U-Bahn or Bismarckplatz U-Bahn.