Düsseldorf

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Dusseldorf
This city on the banks of the Rhine attracts visitors with beer and museums, architecture, a riverfront promenade and festivals.

Beer halls and riverfront cafes, carnivals, and fairgrounds…Dusseldorf’s attractions are diverse and showcased with pride. The city sits on the banks of the River Rhine in western Germany. Here you’ll find the locals welcoming and embodying the friendly essence of the Rhineland. 

Go to the Old Town (Altstadt) to find major Dusseldorf attractions. Visit the world’s longest bar, a collection of 250 pubs and restaurants lining the Old Town streets. Sample an Altbier, a dark beer brewed in Dusseldorf. See a slice of cinema history at the Film Museum. Visit the City Hall (Rathaus), a building that dates back to the late 16th century. Nearby, shoppers will enjoy the fashion stores situated on Königsallee. 

Outdoor activities abound in Dusseldorf. Take a walk along the pedestrianized Rhine Promenade. Sit at a waterfront cafe and watch the sunset over the west banks of the Rhine River. Visit the Hofgarten, one of Germany’s oldest public parks. During the summer months you can enjoy free jazz, big band, and orchestral concerts.

Don’t miss the Dusseldorf Hafen. This revamped harbor is home to award-winning restaurants and some of Dusseldorf’s most prominent architecture. Admire the asymmetric Der Neue Zollhof buildings, designed by celebrated architect Frank O. Gehry. Enjoy panoramic city views from the top of the Rhine Tower. If architecture doesn’t interest you, then enjoy some river views or just try a curry sausage at the Michelin-starred Berens am Kai restaurant.

Dusseldorf places an emphasis on its cultural events. Watch martial arts displays and listen to live music at Japan Day. This festival in May or June honors the culture of Germany’s biggest Japanese community. Be part of the Rhenish Carnival celebrations, which run from November until Ash Wednesday. Younger visitors will enjoy the amusement rides of the Rheinkirmes, the Rhine’s largest fairground.

Getting around is easy on foot as the city center streets are flat. When you don't feel like walking, Dusseldorf has an efficient public transportation system. Buses, trams, and the metro will take you to most of the places you’ll want to visit. Rent a car to explore areas outside of the city. 

Where to stay in Düsseldorf

Dusseldorf

Stadtmitte

4.5/5(126 area reviews)

Travelers 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
Düsseldorf Old Town featuring a city and a river or creek as well as a large group of people

Düsseldorf Old Town

4.5/5(34 area reviews)

Shopping, restaurants, and historic sites are just a few things travelers 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 the city at Lennéstraße Tram Stop or Dreieck Tram Stop.

Stadtbezirke 01
Dusseldorf-Hafen showing modern architecture, a city and a river or creek

Stadtbezirk 3

While you're in Stadtbezirk 3, take in top sights like Gehry Buildings or Neuer Zollhof, and hop on the metro to see more the city at Suitbertusstraße Tram Stop or Südring Tram Stop.

Stadtbezirk 3
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Friedrichstadt

4/5(51 area reviews)

Travelers choose Friedrichstadt for its ample dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Helmholtzstraße Tram Stop or Corneliusstraße Tram Stop and check out top sights like Savoy Theater.

Friedrichstadt
I love how most cafes and restaurants in Dusseldorf

Stadtbezirk 4

While you're in Stadtbezirk 4, take in top sights like Rheinwiesen or Rhine, and hop on the metro to see more 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
The price is ¥12,311 per night from Apr 5 to Apr 6
¥12,311
per night
Apr 5 - Apr 6
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 Feb 2, 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 ¥16,770 per night from Apr 28 to Apr 29
¥16,770
per night
Apr 28 - Apr 29
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! (1,008 reviews)
"War alles perfekt 👌"

Reviewed on Mar 24, 2024

Maritim Hotel Düsseldorf
carathotel Düsseldorf City
carathotel Düsseldorf City
Oststrasse 155, Stadtmitte, Düsseldorf
The price is ¥15,829 per night from Apr 21 to Apr 22
¥15,829
per night
Apr 21 - Apr 22
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 Mar 18, 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 Dec 18, 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 Mar 12, 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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4/5 - Good

Verified traveler
Jan 24, 2020

We came for the 2020 boat show which was incredible; we'd love to see Dusselforf when it's warmer temperatures.

5/5 - Excellent

Jafar
Jan 16, 2020

Dusseldorf has a beautiful shopping district and nice riverside walk.

5/5 - Excellent

Daniel
Dec 23, 2019

Great city to visit at Christmas time .

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler
Nov 18, 2019

Good restaurant cinemas etc its a nice place and i love to come again

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler
Oct 25, 2019

GREAT ASIAN RESTAURANTS! Fun city to just walk around.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler
Oct 9, 2019

Great public transport. Really easy to visit all the areas plus other cities nearby like Cologne, Bonn, Essen, etc.

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