- Düsseldorf is home to the largest Japanese community in Germany, centered around the Immermannstraße district.
- The city is recognized for its unique 'Altbier,' a dark, top-fermented beer that is traditionally served in small glasses in the historic Altstadt.
- Düsseldorf hosts the longest bar in the world, a nickname given to the Altstadt, which features over 300 bars and restaurants within a small area.
- The city is a global hub for the advertising and fashion industries, hosting major international trade fairs.
- The urban layout includes a high density of public green spaces, including the historic Hofgarten, which was the first public park in Germany.
About Düsseldorf
Düsseldorf is a major center for international finance and fashion, positioned along the Rhine river in Germany's North Rhine-Westphalia region. The city balances industrial prowess with significant cultural heritage, evidenced by the extensive collections at the Kunstsammlung Nordrhein-Westfalen. Residents and visitors alike utilize the expansive Hofgarten for central recreation, while the Rhine Tower provides an essential vantage point over the city's skyline. The local arts scene is anchored by institutions like the Museum Kunstpalast, which hosts a diverse array of fine arts and historical artifacts.
Highlights of Düsseldorf
The places our editors single out — and why they're worth your time.
Historical places
Ascend this telecommunications tower for panoramic views of the Rhine river and the urban cityscape.
Parks
Walk through this sprawling, historic urban park that serves as a central green lung for the city.
Museums
Explore an extensive collection of art ranging from medieval sculptures to modern paintings.
Museums
View world-class modern art exhibitions held within a distinct, architecturally significant building.
Zoos
Observe diverse marine and terrestrial wildlife within an integrated aquarium and museum complex.
Venues
Experience live variety performances in a specialized venue located directly on the river bank.
Parks
Enjoy a quiet stroll along the Rhine river through this landscaped park area.
Venues
Attend classical opera and ballet productions in a renowned state-run performance venue.
Top things to do in Düsseldorf
The 249 highest-rated places in Düsseldorf, ranked by travellers.
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Historical places
The Rhine Tower (Rheinturm) is a 240.5-meter telecommunications tower situated on the banks of the Rhine in Düsseldorf....
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Zoos
The Aquazoo Löbbecke Museum in Düsseldorf is a unique hybrid institution that combines a traditional zoological garden w...
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Parks
The Hofgarten is Germany's oldest public park, established in 1769 by Elector Palatine Charles Theodore. Located in the...
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Zoos
Wildpark Düsseldorf Grafenberg is a 40-hectare forested wildlife enclosure located within the Grafenberger Wald. The par...
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Venues
The Capitol Theater in Düsseldorf is a prominent performance venue housed within a repurposed former tram depot dating b...
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Museums
The Museum Kunstpalast is a multi-disciplinary art institution in Düsseldorf, notable for its significant collection spa...
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Venues
Roncalli's Apollo Variety Theatre is a permanent variety venue housed in a distinctive glass-fronted building situated d...
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Parks
Rheinpark Golzheim is a sprawling riverside green space stretching along the right bank of the Rhine in Düsseldorf. It f...
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Parks
Zoo Park Düsseldorf serves as a central urban green space located on the former grounds of the city's historical zoologi...
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Museums
The Kunstsammlung Nordrhein-Westfalen is the state art collection of North Rhine-Westphalia, housed across three distinc...
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Museums
The Kunstsammlung Nordrhein-Westfalen, specifically the K21 venue located at Ständehausstraße 1, focuses on contemporary...
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Venues
Deutsche Oper am Rhein is a dual-city opera company operating venues in both Düsseldorf and Duisburg. The Düsseldorf hou...
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Places of interest
The Tritonenbrunnen is a bronze fountain sculpture located at the northern end of the Königsallee canal in Düsseldorf. C...
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Parks
The Botanical Garden of Heinrich Heine University Düsseldorf is anchored by a distinctive domed greenhouse that maintain...
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Places of interest
The Rheintreppe serves as the primary stone staircase connecting the historic Altstadt district directly to the banks of...
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Venues
The Savoy Theater in Düsseldorf is a historic venue centrally located on Graf-Adolf-Straße, functioning as both a theate...
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Venues
Das Kom(m)ödchen is a historic political cabaret theater located in the heart of Düsseldorf's Old Town. Founded in 1947...
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Museums
The SchifffahrtMuseum is housed within the Schlossturm, the last remaining vestige of the 14th-century Düsseldorf castle...
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Venues
Theaterkantine in Düsseldorf serves as a multifunctional cultural venue and event space located in an industrial-style c...
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Parks
Florapark is a compact, residential-style green space located in the Bilk district of Düsseldorf. The park features a ce...
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Temples
Basilika St. Lambertus is the oldest standing building in Düsseldorf, dating back to its first foundation in the 13th ce...
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Museums
Kunsthalle Düsseldorf is a prominent institution for contemporary art located at Grabbeplatz in the heart of Düsseldorf....
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Temples
St. Andreas is a prominent Baroque church located in Düsseldorf's Altstadt, originally constructed between 1622 and 1629...
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Parks
IHZ-Park is a contemporary urban green space located in the Friedrichstadt district of Düsseldorf, characterized by a ce...
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Venues
Theater an der Kö is a private boulevard theater located within the Schadow Arkaden shopping complex in central Düsseldo...
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Parks
Eller Forst is a significant nature reserve in southeastern Düsseldorf, characterized by its rare alder carr woodland an...
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Parks
Apollowiese is a public meadow located on the left bank of the Rhine in the Bilk district of Düsseldorf. It serves as a...
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Parks
Spee'scher Graben is a historic urban park situated in the heart of Düsseldorf, representing a preserved section of the...
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Places of interest
The Gehry Bauten, also known as the Neuer Zollhof, are three deconstructivist office buildings located in Düsseldorf's M...
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Parks
Volksgarten is the oldest part of the extensive Südpark complex in Düsseldorf, established in 1895 as a formal public pa...
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Plan your visit to Düsseldorf
May to September, when the city's extensive riverside promenades and public parks are most active and weather is mild.
2-3 days to explore the museum district, riverside architecture, and the historic old town.
The city features a highly efficient public transit system including U-Bahn, trams, and buses, with the city center being compact enough to navigate on foot.
The Altstadt is ideal for those wanting proximity to nightlife and culture, while the Pempelfort district offers a quieter, residential atmosphere near major museums.
Mid-to-high range; dining and accommodation prices reflect its status as a wealthy, business-oriented financial hub.
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