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Travelling to Stuttgart
As seat of iconic car industries and hi-tech companies, Stuttgart is deemed the German bastion of innovation and research. On the other hand, its geographical position in the middle of a fertile valley with forests and vineyards, has endowed it with a wine culture of over one thousand years, as well as with the title of the second richest city in mineral springs in Europe.
The special Swabian charm of the city is the result of this combination, a mix of strict business culture and the spirit of good living, expressed in the amazing parks, the hundreds of cafés, the open-air festivals and the crowded museums of the city.
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Things to do in Stuttgart
Discover the history of the modern car at two of the world’s top car museums: the Mercedes – Benz Museum (with 160 classic and vintage models) and the Porsche Museum (with 80 models of the iconic car). Both buildings are gems of modern architecture.
Seek out the city’s cultural hotspots including, the impressive Museum of Contemporary and Modern Art, in the shape of a glass cube, which stands out for its collection of 250 works of Otto Dix, the Linden Museum, one of the most important Ethnology museums in the world and the State museum of Württemberg, in the old Castle, narrating the history of the country from pre-historic times to this day.
Climb up one of the vineyard-clad hills that surround Stuttgart to see the celebrated Grabkapelle auf dem Württemberg (1820 – 1824), one of the most romantic monuments in the city. It is a beautiful burial chapel that King Wilhelm I ordered to be built in memory of his young wife. This spot offers spectacular views to the entire city.
Wander around the vast and impressive Rosensteinpark (19th century). Here you will find the largest English garden in southwestern Germany, the Natural History Museum and Wilhelma, one of the most beautiful zoological-botanical gardens in the world.
Take time out to stroll through the urban park of Höhenpark Killesberg where you can admire the famous Weissenhof settlement, a pioneering social housing project built in 1927 under the artistic direction of Mies van der Rohe and Le Corbusier.
Day trips from Stuttgart
Also known as a mineral springs area, Stuttgart offers unique getaways for relaxation in its famous spas. Bad Cannstatt is the most famous spa town and suburb of Stuttgart, with 19 natural springs.
At just a 60-minute drive from Stuttgart, you can visit some of the most famous cities of Baden-Württemberg, among which idyllic Heidelberg with its beautiful natural setting and imposing castle, Mannheim with its rich German art nouveau (Jugendstil) architecture, and dynamic Karlsruhe with its internationally renowned ZKM Centre for Art and Media.
Food and Entertainment in Stuttgart
Get acquainted with the queen of the local food scene, namely the traditional cuisine of Swabia. You can try it anywhere, from the casual food trucks to the famous wine bars of the city.
The most typical dishes are Spätzle (Swabian noodles), the Maultaschen (local ravioli filled with mined meat, spinach, eggs, onions, parsley and spices) and the Gaisburger Marsch (traditional beef stew with noodles and vegetables). Do try sausages with lentils and noodles, Kartoffelsuppe (potato soup) and Schlachtplatte (meat mix with vegetables). The sweetest Swabian delicacy is the Ofenschlupfer (hot bread pudding).
Before leaving the city, do not forget to try the favourite snack of locals, the Laugenbrezel (a type of bread roll) with butter. You will find it in classic bakeries and in small wooden cabins on Köningstrasse.
Stuttgart is a city that sleeps early on weekdays and parties hard at the weekend. The focus of nightlife is at Theodor-Heuss-Strasse, where you will find many bars, lounges, and clubs for partying until dawn. Along with Wilhelmsplatz and Geisstrasse they are part of the famous “Party Mile”.
Shopping in Stuttgart
Stroll along lovely Königstrasse, one of the largest and most beautiful shopping streets in Germany. Here you will find the great international brands and the famous fashion chain stores, cafés and restaurants.
Make a stop at number 16, seat of the largest shopping centre of the city, Königsbau Passage, with more than 70 shops and restaurants.
On the left and right of Königstrasse, at Eberhardstrasse, Stiftstrasse and stylish Calwer Strasse you will find the most elegant shops and boutiques of the city.
Don’t miss visiting roofed Markthalle, housed in a splendid 1914 art nouveau building. Prepare for a culinary trip around the world, with excellent quality delicacies from the Mediterranean to the exotic East, as well as local organic products, all presented in a very arty way.
Wander around the traditional open-air markets, in Marktplatz and Schillerplatz (held on Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday mornings).
If you are looking for second-hand goods, memorabilia and knick-knacks, the best option is the Saturday flea market at Karlsplatz.
Transport form the airport to Stuttgart
From the Airport Railway Station (Flughafen/Messe), take one of the trains of S3 line (Flughafen/Messe - Backnang) and S2 line (Filderstadt - Schorndorf) of the suburban train (S-bahn) with destination Central Railway Station of Stuttgart (Stuttgart Hauptbahnhof). Trains depart every 10-20 minutes (from 4.55 to 0.25) and the journey takes about 27 minutes.
The best time to visit Stuttgart is during the spring and summer. The city's open-air festivals are in full swing and the famous café culture is at its peak. Book a flight to Stuttgart with Olympic Air and get an unforgettable taste of good-living, Swabian style.