Essen Package Deals

The hardworking team here at Orbitz will help bundle up your flights and hotels to save cash. Simply pick a deal and get packing for that epic escape to Essen.

Choose your desired hotels, airfares, rental cars and experiences to save as much as $857*! Combining your bookings is one of the best ways you can save money.

Not only that, you've got plenty of versatility. Tailor your trip with 500 airlines and some 500,000 hotels across the world.

No matter what kind of experience you're seeking, there are endless available options to craft the trip of your dreams.

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Essen Travel Guide

Where is Essen?

It's situated 280 miles west of Berlin, the national capital, and 5 miles southwest of Gelsenkirchen.

With plenty of things to do in this part of Ruhr, it's not hard to see why 600,000 locals reside here.

Places to Visit in Essen

Does it have an impact? What was the creator trying to achieve? Ask yourself these and other questions as you walk the halls of Folkwang Museum, an esteemed art museum. Want some more options? Uncover a thing or two about the area's fascinating history at Old Synagogue. Photographs do no justice — this historic structure must be seen up close. But wait, that's not all! Colosseum Theater is a superb place to experience a live theater production.

Car Rentals in Essen

Explore the region on your own terms by checking out car rentals in Essen with Orbitz. Rev up that engine and strap yourself in — it's time to hit the gas!

Get a car from Europcar at Duesseldorf International Airport and you can go directly from the tarmac to the freeway.

Renting a car from the city center can be convenient if you're staying nearby. Take a look at Budget, which can be found at Alfredistrasse 28. Sixt at Ostfeldstr 9 is another vendor to stop by.

Where to stay in Essen – Hotel Accommodation

Let us help you lock in the best deal. Currently, there are 44 hotels in Essen — select one that suits your own traveling style.

Do you want a hotel that's fit for a rock star? Our top upmarket accommodations are the Sheraton Essen Hotel and the Hotel Rhein-Ruhr. On the other hand, the Motel One Essen (Kennedyplatz 3) and the Hotel Palla Garni (Eppinghoferstrasse 31) are decent options if you're here on a tight budget.

Nearest Airports to Essen

Hit the tarmac at Duesseldorf International Airport (DUS), the nearest airport to Essen. Located 16 miles to the southwest of the downtown area, your adventure begins here!

Popular Places to Visit Near Essen

Just 30 miles from Essen is Moenchengladbach. This area allows handy access to the impressive sight, the Abteiberg Museum. Rheydt Castle is one more worthwhile sight. If you've got the time, try to get to both.

No Cancellation Fees

No matter if you've had a change of heart or your plans have gone astray for another reason, we won't demand a fee if you need to cancel or amend your booking.^ As we can't say the same for your chosen airline or hotel, it might be wise to check their policies.