What to do in Weimar

Activities, attractions and tours

Stadtkirche St Peter und Paul which includes a church or cathedral and night scenes
Weimar showing a fountain and a statue or sculpture
Weimar showing cycling as well as an individual female
Weimar featuring heritage architecture
Weimar featuring a square or plaza, heritage elements and a statue or sculpture

Weimar Tourist Attractions & Activities

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Top places to visit

1. Bauhaus Museum

A must-see for art and architecture enthusiasts, the Bauhaus Museum is dedicated to the 20th-century art movement of the same name, which originated here in Weimar. Learn about the philosophy developed in the influential art school and the Nazi pressure that led to the school’s demise. See examples of paintings, drawings and objects created by Bauhaus followers.
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Bauhaus Museum featuring wild flowers and a park

2. Duchess Anna Amalia Library

Part of the UNESCO-listed Classical Weimar collection of sites, the Duchess Anna Amalia Library serves as a monument to 18th-century Weimar, when the city was a flourishing cultural hub. Admire the meticulously reconstructed Rococo-style hall and learn about the precious library collection, which includes early edition tomes from literary giants such as Goethe.
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Duchess Anna Amalia Library which includes interior views, heritage elements and art

3. Goethe-Schiller Monument

Standing in a prominent position on Weimar’s central Theaterplatz, the Goethe-Schiller Monument pays homage to two of the greatest writers to ever live in the city: Johann Wolfgang Goethe and Friedrich Schiller. Pay tribute to the two literary greats, both of whom were leading figures in the Weimar Classicism movement.
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Goethe-Schiller Monument showing a square or plaza, heritage architecture and wild flowers

4. Belvedere Castle

The well-maintained Belvedere Castle is a grand chateau that together with several other notable buildings in the city, make up the UNESCO-listed Classical Weimar site. Explore the palace and admire the valuable collections of china, glass and artworks before strolling around the picturesque gardens.
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Belvedere Castle which includes a garden and heritage architecture

5. Goethe National Museum

The Goethe National Museum is devoted to chronicling the life of this famous German figure, showcasing not only his well-known literary achievements but also his influence in political, philosophical and botanical spheres. Gain insight into his life and life’s work by exploring the residence he once called home and by looking at the artifacts on show in the modern annex.
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Goethe National Museum showing art and interior views

What to do in Weimar


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Tiefurt

Tiefurt might not have many top sights, but Tiefurt House and Duchess Anna Amalia Library are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

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