Visiting the city of Stuttgart and want to save some money? Then you have to check out the StuttCard! With free admission to loads of museums, discounts at lots of great experiences in the city and free use of public transport it’s the perfect accompaniment for your trip to this historic city! Check out this guide for all you need to know!
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Stuttgart is a fantastic city full of amazing things to do, so why not make your visit a little cheaper? With public transport and entry to major attractions taken care of, all that’s left for you to worry about is having a great time!
The StuttCard: Your Ultimate Guide to Stuttgart’s Tourist Card
What you need to know
- Where can you use the StuttCard? I’ve put together a summary of some highlights below, you can find the full list of attractions here.
- How much does the card cost? Prices begin at 24€, I’ve put together a full pricing table further down this page.
What is the StuttCard?
The StuttCard is Stuttgart’s official tourist card, designed to make exploring the city both easy and affordable. With discounts of up to 100%, it’s an excellent way to save money while visiting the city’s many museums and attractions. You can choose between two options: the StuttCard and the StuttCard PLUS:
StuttCard
Public transportation:
- The StuttCard does not include any discounted use of public transport
Time scale options:
- Can be bought as a 24, 48 or 72-hour card.
Discounts:
- Free admission to 27 museums & attractions alongside discounted entry at others
- Discounts at theatres, leisure facilities and shopping partners
- 20% off the Stuttgart CityTour Bus
- A free drink/dessert at partnering restaurants
StuttCard PLUS
Public transportation:
- With the StuttCard PLUS, you’re able to use all public transport across the VVS network (Buses, U-Bahn, S-Bahn, commuter trains, Funicular Railway and Rack Railway) for free.
Time scale options:
- Can be bought as a 24, 48 or 72-hour card.
Discounts:
- Free admission to 27 museums & attractions alongside discounted entry at others
- Discounts at theatres, leisure facilities and shopping partners
- 20% off the Stuttgart CityTour Bus
- A free drink/dessert at partnering restaurants
Travel Discounts
With the StuttCard PLUS, you can enjoy unlimited free travel across Stuttgart’s VVS Network (Zones 1-5), including trains, trams, buses, and even the funicular railway. It makes getting around easy and convenient, especially if you’re planning on visiting lots of different areas across the Stuttgart region. Plus, it takes the guesswork out of buying the right ticket for your journey!
For more information on the VVS Network, you can visit their website here.
Tourist attraction discounts
Both the StuttCard and StuttCard PLUS offer fantastic discounts at over 50 partners giving you plenty of free things to do in Stuttgart. These include:
- Free admission to over 30 museums/art galleries including the Pig Museum, Stuttgart State Museum of Natural History, the Mercedes-Benz & Porsche Museum and the Miniaturwelten.
- Discounted entry at associated theatres and events.
- Free/discounted entry to popular tourist attractions including Wilhelma Zoo, the Television Tower, Ludwigsburg Palace and Solitude Palace.
- Selected discounts, a free drink or free dessert at associated restaurants
- Discounts at retail partners.
The full list of discounts available can be found here.
Where to buy a StuttCard
There are plenty of places you can buy a StuttCard including:
- Online on the official website
- Tourist Information “i-Punkt” Stuttgart
- Partnering hotels (Full list can be found here)
StuttCard tickets Price
Prices* for both cards are listed below, this price applies for a single adult ticket. With many museums and attractions offering discounted entry for children anyway, there is no child’s ticket available.
| 24 Hours | 48 Hours | 72 Hours | |
| StuttCard | 24€ | 30€ | 35€ |
| StuttCard PLUS | 33€ | 43€ | 53€ |
*Prices correct as of January 2025
Summary
The Stuttgart Card offers unbeatable discounts to so many major tourist attractions. It’s great value if you’re looking to hit up the big sights making it a must-have for your trip! Be sure to check it out if you’re planning on visiting this historic city in Germany.
