Things to Do in Leipzig
• Explore the naturally designed habitats of Africa, South America, Asia, etc., home to 850 animal species, including rare and endangered species.
• In Gondwanaland, take a boat ride on the jungle river and feel the tropical rainforest of Africa, Asia, and South America with all your senses.
• From the observation deck, enjoy a panoramic view of Gondwanaland, Europe's largest tropical adventure hall.
• Watch the herd of elephants in Asia as they take their daily bath with an underwater view.
• Meet 4 different species under one roof at Pongoland, the world's only great ape facility, the chimpanzees, bonobos, gorillas, and orangutans.
Would you like to discover the fastest-growing German city? Join the best tour in Leipzig! Ranked #1 on TripAdvisor. The city of Leipzig is long famed for its old fairs and markets. It also became a center of art, culture, and learning, as well as an important center for the book trade. Come with us for a walk through the city center where you will see the University of Leipzig - the second university in Germany; New Town Hall - the biggest town hall in Germany; Federal Administrative Court of Germany - which was once the Supreme Court of the Reich, Bach monument and much more.
• Explore 8 unique themed zones like the Island of the Knights with its medieval charm and Prairie, echoing the Wild West.
• Make your way to the Greek mythology-inspired Beach of the Gods and the Valley of the Pharaohs, with rides like the 'Cobra of Amun Ra'.
• Get your adrenaline pumping on Germany's steepest roller coaster, 'Huracan', located in the sun-kissed Empire of the Sun Temples zone.
• For younger adventurers, there's a relaxed section of roller coaster fun, plus rides like Anca's soaring flight and Captain Black's challenging pirate test.
Discover the everyday life and history of the city of Leipzig with me! Our two-and-a-half-hour tour begins in the entrance hall of Leipzig Central Station. From there we make our way to the historic center of the city. Here we get to know some of the most historically significant places such as St. Nicholas Church, Speck's Höfe, Auerbachs Keller, St. Thomas Church and a few more. Historically, our tour covers a period from the 12th century to the present day.
On our tour you will not only learn everything possible about the history of the individual sights and the city of Leipzig as a whole, but we will also take a look at the role the various places play in the everyday life of Leipzig's residents.
With this tour of the BMW and MINI factory, you'll learn up close about the manufacturing process of a car from one of the best brands in the automobile world.
• Board your boat at Leipzig City Harbor (Schreberstraße 20) or the Scheibenholz boat rental amid lush green landscapes.
• Sail through winding waterways and immerse yourself in the lush-green expanse of the Scheibenholz Racecourse, where kingfishers, otters, and rare birds thrive in their natural riverside home.
• Learn about the floodplain’s rare birds, delicate wetlands, and Leipzig’s rivers from your expert German-speaking captain.
• This tour uses a quiet, eco-friendly electric motorboat, allowing you to enjoy the riverplains with minimal environmental impact.
A real contemporary witness will take you on a discovery tour in his hometown. We visit places from the exciting autumn of 1989, look at developments back then and discuss the state of affairs today. How was it back then in the so-called "Hero City", what did people hope and expect, and how did Leipzig develop afterwards? What was life like here in the late 80s? How do the people of Leipzig live today? All of this will occupy us during the Leipzig 89 tour. Stops will include: Former Pretrial Detention Center of the State Security, Nikolaikirche, Gewandhaus, parts of the inner city ring, District Administration of State Security Important information: The tour takes place in German. Please register at least 24 hours before the planned tour start. Also note the information on Covid 19. If you want, bring a mouth and nose protection with you. As planned, we will not visit any places where this is required. Of course we adhere to the distance rules. Thanks for your time, greetings from Jens
• Take in a curated slice of Leipzig’s west side — from the historic Baedeker Villa and striking House on Stilts to leafy canal parks and colorful graffiti-covered bridges where nature meets urban art.
• Sail silently on a low-emission electric motorboat for a cleaner, quieter experience that lets you fully enjoy the city's sights and sounds.
• No need to register at the dock; just show your digital voucher and step aboard with ease.