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If museums are on your list, you might want to visit the upcoming exhibitions at Red Dot Design Museum in Stoppenberg. If you want to see more of the museums in Essen, you can easily walk to Zollverein Coal Mine World Heritage Site or Ruhr Museum.

Zollverein Coal Mine World Heritage Site is just one of the attractions in Stadtbezirke VI, Essen so you might want to stop by during your trip. If you want to experience more of the culture Essen has to offer, head to Red Dot Design Museum, Philharmonie Essen, and Folkwang Museum.

You can study the exhibits at Ruhr Museum, a museum with a storied past, during your holiday in Essen. Take in the theatre scene while you're in the area.

It's feeding time at the zoo! If you want to be reminded of some of the great animals our world is home to, you might want to pay a visit to ZOOM Erlebniswelt, located 2.4 mi (3.9 km) from central Gelsenkirchen. If you have fun at ZOOM Erlebniswelt, you'll love Cranger Kirmes and Alma Park, both located nearby.

Find out about the history of Essen with a stop at Old Synagogue. Experience the area's theatre scene and live music.

After visiting Hans-Sachs-Haus, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Gelsenkirchen.