Experience culture and the city with a very special flair.

A ride on Germany's oldest funicular offers a breathtaking view over Karlsruhe and the Black Forest. The Turmberg, the terminus, is the perfect place for a picnic with a view.

On a gondoletta boat trip along idyllic canals, visitors encounter exotic animals, cross the colorful Japanese garden and can relax at a tea ceremony. This unique interplay of flora and fauna makes the place a special experience in the middle of the city.

Interactive installations invite visitors to join in, including races with toy cars and functioning slot machines. A playful adventure for all ages that combines technology and creativity.

The art of spirits production is revealed within historic walls. Visitors taste handmade, regional brandies and learn interesting facts about the traditional art of distillation, which is interwoven with modern nuances. A place for connoisseurs that teaches how fine spirits are created from exquisite ingredients.

Surrounded by magnificent buildings, you can feel the flair of the 19th century. The square is an architectural highlight, ideal for culture vultures and photography enthusiasts.

From the viewing terrace, you can enjoy an impressive panoramic view that stretches from the Vosges mountains to the Electoral Palatinate on a clear day. A breathtaking panorama of the Rhine plain and the cityscape makes this place a highlight for photographers and picnickers.

The Center for Art and Media in Karlsruhe is a place where art, technology and creativity merge in a fascinating way. Here you can immerse yourself in a world where innovative workshops and projects explore artificial intelligence, where the Tool_Lab offers an open workshop for Renaissance 3.0, where you can even build your own electronic instrument, the Theremin, and where you can immerse yourself in the "Woven World" of digital art. Welcome to a world of creative possibilities!

At Restaurant sein, located in Karlsruhe's Weststadt district, you can simply "be": the name says it all. The tastefully decorated restaurant was awarded one star in the Michelin Guide in 2019. The second MICHELIN star followed in 2023. Head chef Thorsten Bender offers modern, creative cuisine. The focus is on high-quality products and their excellent preparation. Ingredients are combined in a minimalist yet sophisticated way. Asian-inspired accents can be found time and again, creating successful contrasts. You can choose between two 6-course menus, "querbeet" and "grünzeug", which are occasionally served personally by head chef Thorsten Bender and his kitchen team. At lunchtime, a changing lunch menu with three to four courses is served.

The Karlsruhe Botanical Garden is a hidden gem that showcases the beauty and diversity of nature in the middle of the city. As part of the 2023 "Fire and Water" theme year, you can enter a world in which these elements are staged and unleashed in a fascinating way. The green oasis combines fire and water in a unique way and you can get to know different climate zones in the show houses. This garden offers an oasis of calm in the hectic city, where the beauty of nature can be experienced in harmony with the elements.

The heart of the city pulsates in the middle of Karlsruhe! This is where the city comes to life and young people find a lively meeting place. Stores, cafés, bars and restaurants offer plenty of opportunities to linger and explore. There is always something to see and experience in this lively center. With its diverse cultural events and urban attractions, the city center is the place where Karlsruhe's young scene comes together and experiences the city in all its dynamism.

Surrounded by historical architecture, unique events are organized at Karlsruhe Palace. From themed tours in the style of the 1980s to events on archaeology in Baden and a nostalgic journey through time followed by a drink, there is something for everyone. The castle, once the seat of the margraves, now provides a stage for culture and history. Located in the heart of the city, history comes alive here. Every event at Karlsruhe Palace is an unforgettable experience.

Mamma Lina prepares Neapolitan and Italian delicacies at their finest. They take guests to the region of Vesuvius, Popeji and Capri. True to the motto "Dolce Vita", you can try everything that Italian cuisine has to offer in the family atmosphere. All dishes are prepared according to old family recipes and integrate guests into numerous traditions. All in all, you can spend a wonderful time in this restaurant and enjoy a true taste experience.