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330 attractions · Germany

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North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany · 51.217, 6.817

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.

Good to know

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    Düsseldorf is home to the largest Japanese community in Germany, centered around the Immermannstraße district.

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    The city is recognized for its unique 'Altbier,' a dark, top-fermented beer that is traditionally served in small glasses in the historic Altstadt.

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    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.

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    The city is a global hub for the advertising and fashion industries, hosting major international trade fairs.

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    The urban layout includes a high density of public green spaces, including the historic Hofgarten, which was the first public park in Germany.

Plan your visit to Düsseldorf

Best time to visit

May to September, when the city's extensive riverside promenades and public parks are most active and weather is mild.

How many days

2-3 days to explore the museum district, riverside architecture, and the historic old town.

Getting around

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.

Where to stay

The Altstadt is ideal for those wanting proximity to nightlife and culture, while the Pempelfort district offers a quieter, residential atmosphere near major museums.

Budget

Mid-to-high range; dining and accommodation prices reflect its status as a wealthy, business-oriented financial hub.

Top things to do in Düsseldorf

The 330 most popular places in Düsseldorf.

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  1. 211 Statue Ministerpräsident Johannes Rau
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    Statue Ministerpräsident Johannes Rau

  2. 212 Galerie Breckner
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    Galerie Breckner

  3. 213 Stiftsplatz
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    Stiftsplatz

  4. 214 Heimatbrunnen
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    Heimatbrunnen

  5. 215 Lambertushaus
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    Lambertushaus

  6. 216 Gänsebrunnen Düsseldorf
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    Gänsebrunnen Düsseldorf

  7. 217 Musikbrunnen
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    Musikbrunnen

  8. 218 COSAR
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    COSAR

  9. 219 Ringofen der Ziegelei Sassen
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    Ringofen der Ziegelei Sassen

  10. 220 SCHMIED MIT KNABE
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    SCHMIED MIT KNABE

  11. 221 Alexandr Puschkin (А. Пушкин)
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    Alexandr Puschkin (А. Пушкин)

  12. 222 Supreme Women & Men Dusseldorf
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    Supreme Women & Men Dusseldorf

  13. 223 Jan-Wellem-Brunnen
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    Jan-Wellem-Brunnen

  14. 224 Konrad Fischer Galerie
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    Konrad Fischer Galerie

  15. 225 Stadt Düsseldorf, Bürgerbüro im Straßenverkehrsamt
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    Stadt Düsseldorf, Bürgerbüro im Straßenverkehrsamt

  16. 226 Stoffeler Kapellchen
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    Stoffeler Kapellchen

  17. 227 Vier Karyatiden
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    Vier Karyatiden

  18. 228 Evangelische Kirchengemeinde Düsseldorf-Süd
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    Evangelische Kirchengemeinde Düsseldorf-Süd

  19. 229 德国杜塞道夫华人基督教会 Chinesische Christliche Gemeinde Düsseldorf
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    德国杜塞道夫华人基督教会 Chinesische Christliche Gemeinde Düsseldorf

  20. 230 Skulptur "Auseinandersetzung"
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    Skulptur "Auseinandersetzung"

  21. 231 Bibelgemeinde Düsseldorf
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    Bibelgemeinde Düsseldorf

  22. 232 plan.d. produzentengalerie
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    plan.d. produzentengalerie

  23. 233 Galerie Voss
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    Galerie Voss

  24. 234 Galerie Peter Tedden
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    Galerie Peter Tedden

  25. 235 Ev.-luth. Erlöserkirchengemeinde (SELK)
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    Ev.-luth. Erlöserkirchengemeinde (SELK)

  26. 236 Klarenbachkirche
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    Klarenbachkirche

  27. 237 VHS-Biogarten
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    VHS-Biogarten

  28. 238 Persil-Uhr
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    Persil-Uhr

  29. 239 Stadtwerke Park
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    Stadtwerke Park

  30. 240 Aussichtspunkt Deichsee
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    Aussichtspunkt Deichsee

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