Romantic Evenings in Leipzig

October 31, 2026

Romantic evenings in Leipzig

Leipzig suits couples who like music, old cellars and views over the city. The plan below builds a weekend from dinner, a concert and a high-up view, with the practical details for each.

Dinner at Auerbachs Keller

Auerbachs Keller in the Mädlerpassage (Grimmaische Straße 2 to 4) dates from 1525 and marks its 500th year in 2026. It is a restaurant with a separate Mephisto Bar, and a bronze Faust group greets you at the passage entrance. The Großer Keller opens Monday, Thursday and Sunday from 12:00 to 22:00, Tuesday and Wednesday from 17:00 to 22:00 and Friday and Saturday from 12:00 to 23:00. It is closed on 23 and 24 December 2026. Book through auerbachs-keller-leipzig.de .

An evening at the Gewandhaus

The Gewandhaus on Augustusplatz is the concert hall of the Gewandhausorchester. It is a separate building from the Oper Leipzig, which sits on the same square. Check the programme for the dates of your stay and buy seats ahead for popular evenings.

A Thomanerchor motet

The St. Thomas Boys Choir sings motets in the Thomaskirche on Fridays at 18:00 and Saturdays at 15:00 during term time. The choir has school holidays, so check the calendar. There are no tickets or reservations. The programme costs EUR 3 and goes on sale from 45 minutes before the start at the church doors, and the seating is free. The church is an active house of worship, so arrive early and keep voices low. The details are on thomaskirche.org .

A view from the Panorama Tower

The City-Hochhaus at Augustusplatz 9 is 142.5 m high, and its viewing platform is on the 31st floor. Entry costs EUR 5 per adult, and children aged 5 and under go free. Check the platform hours before you go up for sunset. The tourist board lists the details: leipzig.travel .

A canal evening on the Karl-Heine-Kanal

Boat trips on the Karl-Heine-Kanal in the west of the city give a quiet look at the former industrial district of Plagwitz. Operators, prices and evening departures differ, so confirm them in advance. Keep to the boat and out of the water.

A slow walk through the passages

The Mädlerpassage and the nearby Messehöfe make an easy evening stroll between dinner and a concert. The compact centre inside the Promenadenring is walkable between stops.

Where to stay

Compare central hotels on Leipzig hotels at Booking.com . A hotel inside the Promenadenring keeps the Thomaskirche, the Mädlerpassage and Augustusplatz on foot.