Düsseldorf Travel Guide

Tourist Guide
Duesseldorf
Beer and bratwurst, museums and culture, world-class architecture, award-winning restaurants and great shopping – this vibrant city has it all!

Dusseldorf comes as a surprise to many first-time visitors. This city on the Rhine has an industrial past, but has reinvented itself for the 21st century, combining pride in its heritage with an eye towards the future.

The welcome is warm whatever time of year you choose to visit. Many people are attracted by the Christmas markets or the long-running Carnival season, when the old town is packed with revellers and the gaily lit stalls sell mulled wine and spicy sausages. During the summer months locals and visitors alike flock to outdoor events such as Japan Day on the Rhine Promenade or free concerts in the Hofgarten, one of the oldest public parks in Germany.

The old town (Altstadt) contains many heritage gems among its historic sites. The Neo-Renaissance and Baroque buildings of the City Hall (Rathaus) dominate the Marktplatz, the square that has been the social and commercial hub of civic life since the 14th century. The narrow streets are lined with bars and restaurants, earning it the nickname of “the world’s longest bar” – not without justification! The dark local brew, Altbier, is definitely worth sampling, soaked up with a soft, salty pretzel.

The city has plenty to offer culturally, with attractions for all tastes, including the fascinating Film Museum, the comprehensive art collection housed in the Museum Kunstpalast and the impressive sculptures dotted throughout the Hofgarten.

The revitalised Dusseldorf-Hafen has transformed the down-at-heel harbour into a fashionable waterfront destination, notable for its cutting-edge architecture. Frank Gehry’s Der Neue Zollhof has replaced the old customs house with a postmodern complex of leaning towers that have brought a striking new focus to the skyline. The panoramic views from the top of the Rhine Tower are well worth the ride, especially after dark book a table at the revolving restaurant to watch the lights of the city slip past far below.

The centre of Dusseldorf is flat and fairly compact, so it's easy to navigate on foot. Alternatively, most of the main sights are well served by public transport, including buses, trams and metro.

Where to stay in Düsseldorf

Duesseldorf

Stadtmitte

4.5/5(11 area reviews)

Travellers choose Stadtmitte for its ample dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Schadowstraße Tram Stop or Jacobistraße Tram Stop and check out top sights like Dusseldorfer Schauspielhaus.

Stadtmitte
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Düsseldorf Old Town

5/5(2 area reviews)

Shopping, restaurants and historical sites are just a few things travellers like about Düsseldorf Old Town. Sights like K20 K21 Art Collection and North Rhine-Westphalia Art Collection are spots to explore, and you can get around the greater Düsseldorf area at Heinrich-Heine-Allee U-Bahn.

Düsseldorf Old Town
Gehry Buildings

Stadtbezirke 01

While you're in Stadtbezirke 01, take in top sights like Museum Kunstpalast or NRW-Forum Düsseldorf, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Lennéstraße Tram Stop or Dreieck Tram Stop.

Stadtbezirke 01
Duesseldorf-Hafen featuring a city, a river or creek and a bridge

Stadtbezirk 3

If you're spending time in Stadtbezirk 3, check out sights like Gehry Buildings or Neuer Zollhof and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Suitbertusstraße Tram Stop or Südring Tram Stop.

Stadtbezirk 3
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Friedrichstadt

4/5(4 area reviews)

Consider exploring the abundant dining options in Friedrichstadt. If sightseeing is on the list, Savoy Theater is a top attraction. Hop on the metro at Helmholtzstraße Tram Stop or Corneliusstraße Tram Stop to see more of the area.

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Stadtbezirk 4

If you're spending time in Stadtbezirk 4, check out sights like Rheinwiesen or Rhine and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Prinzenallee U-Bahn or Heerdter Sandberg U-Bahn.

Stadtbezirk 4
H2 Hotel Düsseldorf Seestern
H2 Hotel Düsseldorf Seestern
Emanuel-Luetze-Strasse 4, Düsseldorf
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$132 per night from 1 Apr to 2 Apr
AU$132
per night
1 Apr - 2 Apr
Stay at this hotel in Düsseldorf. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and onsite parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (265 reviews)
"Very new and clean."

Reviewed on 2 Feb. 2024

H2 Hotel Düsseldorf Seestern
Maritim Hotel Düsseldorf
Maritim Hotel Düsseldorf
Maritim Platz 1, Düsseldorf, NW
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$182 per night from 1 Apr to 2 Apr
AU$182
per night
1 Apr - 2 Apr
Stay at this spa hotel in Düsseldorf. Enjoy free WiFi, 4 restaurants, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,009 reviews)
"War alles perfekt 👌"

Reviewed on 24 Mar. 2024

Maritim Hotel Düsseldorf
carathotel Düsseldorf City
carathotel Düsseldorf City
Oststrasse 155, Stadtmitte, Düsseldorf
The price is AU$177 per night from 29 Mar to 30 Mar
AU$177
per night
29 Mar - 30 Mar
Stay at this hotel in Düsseldorf. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and onsite parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the bar in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,011 reviews)
"A fantastic hotel, great breakfast, walkable to most places of interest and a great room and most comfortable bed and super helpful and nice staff. The only downside was the shower over the quite high bath tub and no anti slip matting. Had a great stay for 4 nights and would most definitely stay ..."

Reviewed on 18 Mar. 2024

carathotel Düsseldorf City
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
limehome Düsseldorf
limehome Düsseldorf
Stresemannstraße 15, Düsseldorf, NRW
Stay at this aparthotel in Düsseldorf. Enjoy free WiFi, a fitness center, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Savoy Theater and Stilwerk Duesseldorf ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (58 reviews)
"Good property and great location. Staff needs to speak with guest, most of the time the confusion or question needs to be put in email and response is after 3-4 days. If you have everything figured out, it is great property but if you are stuck or have questions, good luck getting that sorted out. ..."

Reviewed on 18 Dec. 2023

limehome Düsseldorf
Adina Apartment Hotel Dusseldorf
Adina Apartment Hotel Dusseldorf
Harkortstrasse 10, Düsseldorf
Stay at this spa aparthotel in Düsseldorf. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (161 reviews)
"Nice new hotel that was very comfortable. New fittings throughout, friendly staff and very close to public transport"

Reviewed on 12 Mar. 2024

Adina Apartment Hotel Dusseldorf
numa I Leo Apartments
numa I Leo Apartments
Am Wehrhahn 43, Düsseldorf, NRW
Stay at this aparthotel in Düsseldorf. Enjoy free WiFi, a furnished balcony, and a Smart TV. Popular attractions Konigsallee and Rhine Promenade are located ...
numa I Leo Apartments
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of Düsseldorf

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5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller
14 Dec 2019

Dusseldorf is beautiful.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller
24 Oct 2019

Killerpitsch bar is institution of Dusseldorf.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveller
7 Jul 2019

Don"t try to park a rented car, too few car park available. Public Transport is really good.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller
13 Jun 2019

We have friends and family here and love the city and the surrounding area. It is a busy, cosmopolitan city with good shopping and eating.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller
26 Mar 2019

We think Dusseldorf is a lovely city, especially the Konigsallee shopping/coffee strip & the Altstadt area overlooking the Rhine River. Exploring the new buildings/developments at Medien Harbour was also a highlight.

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