Located in the pedestrian zone and anchoring Market Square, the Mainzer Dom was constructed in the 12th century and is one of the most popular Mainz tourist landmarks. This towering structure can hold 4,000 people inside its cavernous interior and is a mix of various architectural styles including Romanesque, Gothic and Baroque.
Stroll around the old town and walk through the cobblestone streets, taking in shops, bars, and restaurants.
Housed behind a striking building with a Late Renaissance facade, this unique museum celebrates Johannes Gutenberg (c 1400-1468), who was born in Mainz and invented the movable-type printing press and produced the first printed Bible. The museum’s fascinating collections contain antique printing technology and books including two Gutenberg Bibles from the 1400s. There are only 48 of these precious books left in the whole world!
Stroll the Rhine Promenade, take your morning jog, or enjoy one of the many beer gardens along the river.
Gina's favorite place to people watch and order a Tortellini Panna. It's a very small restaurant and frequented by locals. If you're staying close to the Hilton or Hyatt listed as a hotel option, this restaurant is within walking distance. It is in the Alt Stadt.
Across the river, located in Wiesbaden, this water front restaurant is great for bites and local wine. Mainz is known for their Riesling and can find countless wine shops throughout the city. If you're staying close to the Hilton or Hyatt listed as a hotel option, this restaurant is within walking distance. You would just cross the bridge.
This is the Pribil's favorite ice cream spot in the entire city! This is located in Gonsenheim, and can be accessed by bus, tram, or car, directly to the front steps of the ice cream place.
This Greek restaurant is one of the restaurants that we like to frequent once or four times per trip! This is located in Gonsenheim, and can be accessed by bus, tram, or car. You'll want to park in the parking lot of the Ice Pavilion Mario. You'll walk towards Heidesheimer Straße, turn right, and it's on the corner.