2 tips to visit Stuttgart: what to do ?

Visiting the Stuttgart City Library is a must for architecture lovers and book enthusiasts alike. Known for its striking modernist design by Korean architect Eun Young Yi, the library is a giant cube-shaped structure with a minimalist, Bauhaus-inspired façade made of pearl-grey concrete and frosted glass bricks. It has quickly become one of Stuttgart’s most photographed landmarks and a social media favorite. Inside, the library spans eleven floors, including a vibrant children’s library, a music library, and specialized collections. Visitors can explore themed floors such as the “life floor” for philosophy and medicine, and the “world floor” for foreign-language literature. The rooftop terrace offers stunning views of the city and is freely accessible. Entry to the library is free, making it an accessible cultural hub. While borrowing books and using certain services requires a library card (20 euros per year), anyone can visit and enjoy the building’s resources and atmosphere. The library is centrally located at Mailänder Platz and is easily accessible by bus (routes 44, N2), subway (U12, U15), and S-Bahn, with stops just minutes away on foot. Near the library, you can also visit the Museum of Illusions, an interactive and mind-bending attraction featuring optical illusions and sensory exhibits that delight all ages. Tickets can be booked online, and the museum is located just opposite the library’s side entrance at Mailänder Platz 27. Combining these two sites offers a perfect blend of intellectual and playful experiences in Stuttgart. #travel#thingstodo#museums#myitinerary#citydaytours