Nördliche Altstadt
Rostock





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New Market
Start your day of explorations in Rostock at this large pedestrian-only plaza, lined with restaurants and historic buildings that make for pretty photos.

Town Hall Rostock
Behind its pink façade, this historic civic building conceals treasures, from Hanseatic murals to a medieval restaurant and a secret snake statue bringing good luck.

Rostock Christmas Market
You can enjoy retail therapy at Rostock Christmas Market during your visit to Stadtmitte. Stroll along the area's beaches or simply enjoy its bars.

St. Mary's Church
A famed astrological clock, a magnificent wooden altar and a collection of Baltic religious art fill this church next to Rostock’s New Market.

Kröpeliner Tor
Once an essential part of the city’s fortifications, this tower is now best known for its brick Gothic architecture and the local history group that meets inside.

Kröpeliner Strasse & Universitätsplatz
You can find out about the history of Stadtmitte with a visit to Kröpeliner Strasse & Universitätsplatz. While you're in the area, stroll along the marina.
Things to do

Tour through Rostock's historic city centre

Rostock: Old Town and St Mary's Church Private Walking Tour

Traditional German Food and Rostock Old Town Private Tour

Private German Beer Tasting Tour in Rostock Old Town

Rostock Private Walking Tour With A Professional Guide
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Other neighbourhoods around Nördliche Altstadt

Östliche Altstadt
Östliche Altstadt might not have many top sights, but Town Hall Rostock and New Market are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Steintor-Vorstadt
Though Steintor-Vorstadt might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like StadtHalle Rostock and New Market.

Warnemünde
Well-liked for its beaches and restaurants, Warnemünde is worth a visit. Check out the variety of things to see and do like Warnemünde Cruise Center and Warnemunde Lighthouse, and jump on the metro at Warnemuende Station to get around the city.

Hohe Düne
You'll enjoy the beaches and restaurants in Hohe Düne. You might want to make time for a stop at Marina Warnemuende or Hohe Düne Beach.
Diedrichshagen
You'll enjoy the beaches and parks in Diedrichshagen. You might want to make time for a stop at Warnemunde Beach or Wilhelmshöhe.
Markgrafenheide
While Markgrafenheide might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Markgrafenheide Beach and Marina Warnemuende.