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Bochum on a Budget: Culture, Nature, and Fun!

Explore Bochum on a budget and discover hidden gems.

21 June 2023

Bochum, Germany is a great destination for travelers on a limited budget. You can explore the city’s many cultural attractions, including the Bochum Art Museum and the German Mining Museum, or take a stroll through the beautiful Bermuda Triangle neighborhood. Plus, with affordable accommodations and delicious street food, you can enjoy all that Bochum has to offer without breaking the bank.

Travel plan

• Welcome to Bochum! Here's how to make the most of your first day:
• Check-in at the Ibis Budget Bochum City hotel for a comfortable and affordable stay.
• Experience the history of mining at the Deutsches Bergbau-Museum Bochum.
• Enjoy a refreshing stroll in the Volkspark, a picturesque park with a lake and interesting sculptures.
• Indulge in some retail therapy at the Ruhr Park, one of Germany's largest shopping malls.
• Satisfy your appetite at Rasoi, an Indian restaurant that serves delicious and authentic cuisine.
• End the evening at Kulturbahnhof Langendreer, a cultural center that hosts live music performances.

• Get ready for another exciting day in Bochum, filled with art and nature:
• Start at the Museum Bochum Kortum, an art museum that showcases local and international artists.
• Take a stroll by the Kemnader See, a scenic lake surrounded by beautiful forests.
• Visit the Tierpark und Fossilium Bochum, a zoo and natural history museum that houses a wide range of exotic animals.
• Take a break at Cafe Ferdinand, a cozy cafe that serves mouth-watering cakes and coffee.
• Head back to the hotel before heading out for a special dinner at Zum Preußischen Hof, a cozy restaurant that serves traditional German cuisine.
• Finally, catch a play at the Schauspielhaus Bochum, a theater that puts on thought-provoking productions.