Zoom Erlebniswelt is one of Germany's best zoos with an African themed area covering savannahs, forests, and water habitats. Enjoy the Gorilla Rainforest, the Elephant Temple or climb in the Jungle Playground.
Dechen Cave is the only publicly accessible gypsum cave in the world. Learn about the origins and history of gypsum mining in the Cave Museum. Here, you can also witness artists in residence creating works out of the soft gypsum.
If you are an adventurer, head to the Alpspitze Climbing School. The school offers a variety of courses ranging from beginner to experienced climbers. The mountains around Bochum provides stunning views and can be an experience of a lifetime.
The Veltins-Arena is the home of FC Schalke 04, one of the most successful football clubs in Germany. The stadium tour includes a visit to the player's changing rooms, the players' tunnel and the press conference room.
If you like exquisite Italian cuisine, head to Terramia. The restaurant offers a perfect blend of excellent food, warm hospitality, and a stylish setting. The pasta is handmade and the pizza baked in a wood-fired oven
The Bismarckturm Bochum is a 120-year-old tower on a wooded hill providing panoramic views over the Ruhr valley. On clear days, you can spot the towers of the industrial landscape.
The St. Antony-Hütte is an industrial monument, inaugurated in 1834, showcasing the industrial history of the Ruhr area. The museum informs visitors about the industrialization of the Ruhr region.
The Bochum Botanical Garden hosts almost 4,000 species of plants from all over the world with some sections specifically for insects and other small animals. Explore the vast tropical and sub-tropical flora and fauna.
The Grugapark Essen is a huge urban park complete with botanical gardens and a zoological garden. With its rose garden, its buttercup meadow and the expansive lawns you can relax and enjoy the park
The Phänomania Erfahrungsfeld is a hands-on science museum enticing visitors with colour and optical illusions, neuroscience, and interesting ideas. You gain a new perspective of the world and indulge your curiosities
The Zollverein Coal Mine Industrial Complex is a UNESCO World Heritage site, marking the region's industrial heritage. The site consists of two shaft towers, washing and coking plants.
A top attraction for astronomy enthusiasts is Bochum Observatory, to catch a view of the universe beyond our planet. Join public tour or have a private session with professional telescopes..
For an fun activity try AquaFun in Soest. It is an inflatable water park on the lake. Perfect for water sports, and entertaining for the whole family.
End your trip at the Climbmax Witten with a variety of different courses to give an energetic end to your trip with ziplines, obstacles and high ropes. Climb to the top and enjoy the panoramic views
To easily navigate around Bochum and its surroundings, renting a car is recommended. Buses and trains are also available but may require more time and offer less flexibility. Estimated costs for car rental can range from €20 to €100 per day, depending on the car and duration of rental.
For adventure seekers who have more time, there are more hiking and camping opportunities available in the surrounding areas of Bochum, such as the Hönnetal Nature Reserve. If time is limited, shorten the trip by leaving out Climbmax Witten and AquaFun Soest.
The nearest airport to Bochum is the Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS), which is 27 miles away from the city center. Another airport that is relatively near is Dortmund Airport (DTM), which is 17 miles away from Bochum.