The oceanfront setting of Kiel is ready to explore
Take a holiday to Kiel and enjoy the area's museums, history and art galleries. Renowned for its seaside, sailing and aquarium, this city welcomes all visitors. Many rental homes come with outdoor spaces, separate dining areas and full kitchens, perfect if you want to enjoy some home-cooked meals.
Activities and attractions in Kiel
Are you hoping to find top things to see and do while you're in town? Venture out of your holiday home and check out everything that makes Kiel a fun spot to go on holiday. These are some of the most popular attractions to put on your list, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city centre:
- Aquarium GEOMAR (0.6 mi / 0.9 km)
- Old Botanical Garden (0.6 mi / 1 km)
- Meerwasserschwimmbad Laboe (6.7 mi / 10.8 km)
- Meerwasser-Wellenbad (15.6 mi / 25 km)
- Neumuenster Zoo (17.8 mi / 28.6 km)
- Adventure Forest Trappenkamp (20.8 mi / 33.5 km)
Exploring the natural landscape of Kiel
Whether you're looking for fun outdoor activities or just want to take in the scenery, Kiel is a great spot to appreciate mother nature. Here are some of the area’s most stunning natural features, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city centre:
- Kieler Förde (3.6 mi / 5.7 km)
- Laboe Beach (6.6 mi / 10.7 km)
- Schilksee Beach (7.2 mi / 11.6 km)
- Heidkate Beach (11.2 mi / 18 km)
- Kalifornien Beach (12 mi / 19.4 km)
- Brasilien Beach (12.4 mi / 19.9 km)
Travelling to and around Kiel
Fly into Lübeck (LBC), the closest airport, located 42.4 mi (68.3 km) from the city centre. If you can't find a flight that's convenient for your trip, you could book a flight to Hamburg Airport (HAM), which is 48 mi (77.3 km) away.
If you're travelling by train, Kiel Central Station, Kiel Schulen am Langsee Station and Kiel-Ellerbek Station are the main stations in the area.