Düsseldorf

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Düsseldorf
Duesseldorf
Gehry Buildings
Gehry Buildings
Düsseldorf

Dusseldorf is knownfor its beer culture, museums, both modern and classic architecture, beautifulpromenade along the river and its many festivals.

With its beer halls, terraces along the river,lavish shopping promenades and its carnival, Dusseldorfis proud of its multitude of attractions. Situated in the west of Germanyon the banks of the River Rhine, Dusseldorf’s warmand welcoming population embodies the friendly nature of the Rhineland.

Dusseldorf’s mostpopular attractions can be found in the Altstadt(Old Town). It’s here that you’ll find “Germany’s longest bar”. It’s not quiteone long bar that stretches across the Altstadt, but rather the collection of250 cafés and restaurants that line the streets of the ancient Old Town – oneof the highest concentration of bars in all of Europe. While you’re here,ensure you try an Altbier, a dark beer that’s been brewed in Dusseldorffor centuries.

The inhabitants of Dusseldorfare definitely like to be outdoors. The Rheinuferpromenade is speciallydesigned for pedestrians, making Dusseldorf easyto explore on foot. There’s also a terrace on the river where you can watch thesun set behind the western bank of the Rhine. Then there’s the Hofgarten, oneof the oldest public parks in Germany where you can enjoy free jazz, big bandand classical orchestra concerts.

The Dusseldorf Hafen should not be missed. In thisrenovated port you will find a number of distinguished restaurants and some ofthe finest architecture in Dusseldorf. Admire theasymmetric buildings Der Neue Zollhof, designed by renowned architect Frank O.Gehry. The Rhine Tower offers visitors a wonderful view over the region, eitherfrom the observation deck or the revolving restaurant, where you shoulddefinitely try the famous currywurst.

Dusseldorf is proud ofits cultural events and festivals, and you should definitely try to coincide yourvisit with one if you can. During Japandag you’ll see incredible displays,ranging from martial arts demonstrations to live music. This festival is heldannually in May or June, celebrating the largest Japanese community in Germany.

The streets in the city centre are flat and it’squite easy to explore the Dusseldorf on foot. Forthose who do not want to walk, Dusseldorf also hasa very efficient public transport system and you can get anywhere in the city bybus, tram or subway. If you’d like to explore the wider area, you can alwaysrent a car.

Where to stay in Düsseldorf

Duesseldorf

Stadtmitte

4/5(115 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 German Opera at River Rhein.

Stadtmitte
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Düsseldorf Old Town

4.5/5(27 area reviews)

Shopping, restaurants and historical sites are just a few things travellers like about Düsseldorf Old Town. Sights like North Rhine-Westphalia Art Collection and Bolkerstrasse 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.

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Friedrichstadt

4/5(68 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.

Friedrichstadt
Tonhalle Duesseldorf

Pempelfort

4.5/5(19 area reviews)

Historical sites, shopping and river views highlight some notable features of Pempelfort. Make a stop by Museum Kunstpalast or NRW-Forum Düsseldorf while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Venloer Straße Tram Stop or Dreieck Tram Stop to get around town.

Pempelfort
Duesseldorf-Hafen showing a city, a bridge and a river or creek

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
Maritim Hotel Düsseldorf

Maritim Hotel Düsseldorf

Maritim Platz 1, Düsseldorf, NW
The price is €113 per night from 12 Sept to 13 Sept
€113
12 Sept - 13 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Düsseldorf. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 4 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)
"direct walk to airport, 2 minutes"

Reviewed on 16 Aug 2025

Maritim Hotel Düsseldorf
Clayton Hotel Düsseldorf City Centre

Clayton Hotel Düsseldorf City Centre

Immermannstr. 41, Düsseldorf, NW
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is €97 per night from 14 Sept to 15 Sept
€97
14 Sept - 15 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this eco-certified hotel in Düsseldorf. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,001 reviews)
Very central hotel
"Very central hotel, great price, will use again when visiting Düsseldorf"

Reviewed on 18 Aug 2025

Clayton Hotel Düsseldorf City Centre
Holiday Inn Express Düsseldorf Airport by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Düsseldorf Airport by IHG

3.5 out of 5
E-Plus-Str.3, Düsseldorf, EUROPE
The price is €89 per night from 25 Aug to 26 Aug
€89
25 Aug - 26 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Düsseldorf. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (672 reviews)
"The included breakfast was done really well and had lots of options."

Reviewed on 17 Aug 2025

Holiday Inn Express Düsseldorf Airport by IHG
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.
Adina Apartment Hotel Dusseldorf

Adina Apartment Hotel Dusseldorf

Harkortstrasse 10, Düsseldorf
Book a stay at this spa aparthotel in Düsseldorf. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (403 reviews)
"I really appreciate the manager’s help during my stay. He was extremely helpful in solving our parking problem today. I lost my parking ticket, and he kindly called the parking company for us. When that didn’t work, he even drove his own car back into the garage and let us use his ticket to pay and ..."

Reviewed on 11 Aug 2025

Adina Apartment Hotel Dusseldorf
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 Konigsallee and Marktplatz are located ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (165 reviews)
"Nice apartment! Great location and walking distance to the old town, the river and the train station."

Reviewed on 28 Jul 2025

Limehome Düsseldorf
Jade&Jabo

Jade&Jabo

Görlitzer Str. 3, Neuss, NRW
Stay at this apartment in Neuss. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and satellite TV channels. Popular attractions Marktplatz and Konigsallee are located ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (99 reviews)
"Great stay. AC was leaking for a few days but was fixed. The room was very large. My 2nd stay and will be back."

Reviewed on 3 Jul 2025

Jade&Jabo
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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