Wolfsburg

Travel Guide
Phaeno Science Center featuring modern architecture
This young city is home to the Volkswagen headquarters, as well as impressive modern museums and a picturesque river valley.

Wolfsburg is one of the few German cities built during the first half of the 20th century. It is located in the ancient valley of the River Aller in Lower Saxony, northeast of Brunswick. Explore Aller Park next to the river, where you can enjoy a white, sandy beach on a lake as well as a large green area. Here you can spend a few hours at the BadeLand Water Park, which is a perfect place for families.

Visit the Wolfsburg Cultural Center, which is split into four sections: a municipal library, a small school for adult education, a hobby and entertainment area, and an area for club meetings and community events. To continue your cultural experience of the city, spend an evening at the Wolfsburg Theater or visit the Art Museum, which is dedicated to the theme of modernism in the 21st century.

Learn about the universe through impressive exhibits and shows at the Planetarium. It is a perfect place to keep children entertained. Opposite the city’s heritage-listed train station, you will find the Phæno Science Center to continue your scientific education in the city. The building looks like a spaceship and has been called “Germany’s biggest walk-in sculpture.”

For those interested in cars, the Autostadt should be your next destination. It is an automotive exhibition complex and visitor center opened by Volkswagen. However, don’t worry if you’re not interested in cars because there is plenty more to see and do. You can watch films and simulators at the museum and see some impressive architecture. Then take a stroll through the parkland and beside the lakes. You will also find a number of restaurants to choose from in the area.

Buses serve the city and the train station is opposite the Autostadt, where you can commute to other major German centers. A number of the Wolfsburg attractions are within walking distance of each other and downtown.

Where to stay in Wolfsburg

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Ehmen

Though Ehmen might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like phaeno and Designer Outlets Wolfsburg.

Ehmen
Hotel Wolfsburg Centrum, Affiliated by Meliá
Hotel Wolfsburg Centrum, Affiliated by Meliá
4 out of 5
Willy-Brandt-Platz 2, Wolfsburg, NI
The price is ₩99,062 per night from Jun 8 to Jun 9
₩99,062
per night
Jun 8 - Jun 9
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Wolfsburg. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), room service, and a sauna. Popular attractions Volkswagen Autostadt Complex ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (303 reviews)
"Very friendly and helpful staff."

Reviewed on May 6, 2024

Hotel Wolfsburg Centrum, Affiliated by Meliá
Leonardo Hotel Wolfsburg City Center
Leonardo Hotel Wolfsburg City Center
4 out of 5
Rathausstrasse 1, Wolfsburg, NI
The price is ₩126,817 per night from Jun 21 to Jun 22
₩126,817
per night
Jun 21 - Jun 22
Stay at this 4-star eco-certified hotel in Wolfsburg. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (843 reviews)
"Convenient"

Reviewed on Jun 2, 2024

Leonardo Hotel Wolfsburg City Center
INNSiDE by Meliá Wolfsburg
INNSiDE by Meliá Wolfsburg
4 out of 5
Heinrich-Nordhoff-Straße 2, Wolfsburg, NI
The price is ₩121,376 per night from Jun 22 to Jun 23
₩121,376
per night
Jun 22 - Jun 23
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Wolfsburg. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the property condition in our reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (502 reviews)
"Sadly the room was very very dusty and very uncomfortable pillows but the sad thing was that the a/c could not be controlled"

Reviewed on May 2, 2024

INNSiDE by Meliá Wolfsburg
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Limehome Wolfsburg Porschestraße
Limehome Wolfsburg Porschestraße
Porschestraße 102, Wolfsburg
Stay at this apartment in Wolfsburg. Enjoy free WiFi, laundry facilities, and balconies or patios. Popular attractions Volkswagen Autostadt Complex and Kunstmuseum ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (64 reviews)
Spacious, quality town centre accommodation
"Superb location in the middle of town. Spacious and well appointed accommodation with the benefit of an open rooftop view of Wolfsburg. The only thing lacking is parking but free parking is within walking distance."

Reviewed on Aug 10, 2022

Limehome Wolfsburg Porschestraße
H24 Factory Apartments Wolfsburg
H24 Factory Apartments Wolfsburg
Porschestraße 102, Wolfsburg, NDS
Stay at this apartment in Wolfsburg. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop garden, and balconies. Popular attractions Volkswagen Autostadt Complex and Kunstmuseum Wolfsburg ...
H24 Factory Apartments Wolfsburg
ipartment Wolfsburg
ipartment Wolfsburg
Amtsstraße, Wolfsburg, NDS
Stay at this apartment in Wolfsburg. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Volkswagen Autostadt Complex and Eis Arena Wolfsburg ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (11 reviews)
"Me ha gustado mucho"

Reviewed on Mar 9, 2024

ipartment Wolfsburg
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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3/5 - Okay

Verified traveler

lots of volkswagens! could use a little cleaning up in the large pedestrian walk way.

4/5 - Good

Biz

Wolfsburg is fairly industrial, but it doesnt take long to get to scenic areas. And it is a one hour by ICE train to Berlin. Wolfsburg has lots to see also.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Have to visit the Autostadt!! Amazing town and would definitely go back! Beautiful architecture and close to other towns within a small driving distance!