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Oberhausen: HOUSE OF MAGIC - powered by Ehrlich Brothers

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What to do in Bottrop

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Tetrahedon Bottrop

Explore the great outdoors at Tetrahedon Bottrop, a lovely green space in Bottrop. Experience the area's theatre scene or attend a football match.

Movie Park Germany

Bring your family to Movie Park Germany and have a fun-filled day at this theme park in Feldhausen. You can attend a football match while in the area.

Alpincenter Bottrop

Enjoy an outing to Alpincenter Bottrop during your stay in Bottrop. Experience the area's theatre scene or attend a football match.

Beck Castle

Bring your family to Beck Castle and have a fun-filled day at this theme park in Feldhausen. You can attend a football match while in the area.

Berne Park

Explore the great outdoors at Berne Park, a lovely green space in Bottrop. Take in the theatre scene while you're in the area.

Erlebniswelt Grusellabyrinth NRW

You can make plans for a show at Erlebniswelt Grusellabyrinth NRW during your stay in Bottrop.

Sommerrodelbahn

Enjoy an outing to Sommerrodelbahn during your stay in Bottrop.

Quadrat Josef-Albers-Museum

You can spend time studying the exhibits at Quadrat Josef-Albers-Museum during your travels in Bottrop. Experience the area's theatre scene or attend a football match.

Josef Albers Museum

You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Josef Albers Museum during your trip to Bottrop. Experience the area's theatre scene or attend a football match.

Areas of Bottrop

Eigen

While there might not be top attractions in Eigen, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Alpincenter Bottrop and AQUApark Oberhausen.

Stadtmitte

While there might not be top attractions in Stadtmitte, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Alpincenter Bottrop and Berne Park.

Batenbrock

If you're spending some time in Batenbrock, Erlebniswelt Grusellabyrinth NRW and Tetrahedon Bottrop are top sights worth seeing.

Boy

Boy is well liked for its restaurants. If you'd like to do some sightseeing in the greater Bottrop area, you might plan a trip to Alpincenter Bottrop or Erlebniswelt Grusellabyrinth NRW.

Welheimer Mark

While Welheimer Mark may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Alpincenter Bottrop and Erlebniswelt Grusellabyrinth NRW.

Overhagen

Though Overhagen may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Beck Castle and Movie Park Germany.

Oberhausen

Gelsenkirchen

Schermbeck

Dorsten

Essen

Frequently asked questions

Is Bottrop worth visiting?

With a mix of history and festivals, there are many things to do in Bottrop. While you're here, visit LEGOLAND Discovery Centre Oberhausen, a leading attraction in the area.

How do I spend a day in Bottrop?

Movie Park Germany and LEGOLAND Discovery Centre Oberhausen are two awesome places to kick-start your adventures. Remember to explore the dining and shopping options in Bottrop while you're in town too.

What is the top tourist attraction in Bottrop?

LEGOLAND Discovery Centre Oberhausen is one of the top tourist attractions in Bottrop and should be high on every to-do list of the area.

Is three days enough to stay in Bottrop?

Three days will give you enough time to check out many city sights, such as LEGOLAND Discovery Centre Oberhausen, AQUApark Oberhausen and Metronom Theatre. The average stay in Bottrop is two days. If you have the time to extend your break, Düsseldorf isn't far away.

Is Bottrop a walkable city?

Some top attractions in Bottrop, like Quadrat Josef-Albers-Museum and Josef Albers Museum, are within walking distance. You can also explore several of the city's neighbourhoods on foot. Just 2 kilometres from the city centre of Bottrop is Boy and Karnap is 5 kilometres away.

What are some activities to do in Bottrop with kids?

If you are after activities and attractions for all of your group, here are some fabulous ideas for what to do in Bottrop with kids.

What to do in Bottrop for adults?

There are lots of things to do in Bottrop, with activities for adults of all ages. Finish your day off at Grugahalle or Red Dot Design Museum.

Are there free things to do in Bottrop?

One of the easiest ways to discover free things to do in Bottrop is to chat to a local tour guide. You'll get insider recommendations on exciting neighbourhoods, parks and other top attractions you can visit without getting your cash out. Nordsternpark is one sight that doesn't have an admission fee.

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