Things to do in Duisburg

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A river with buildings on the opposite bank, including a large industrial structure and a red building with multiple windows.
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Düsseldorf: 24-Hour Hop-On Hop-Off Ticket

Düsseldorf: 24-Hour Hop-On Hop-Off Ticket

HK$214
per adult
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Düsseldorf: 24-Hour Hop-On Hop-Off Ticket
Düsseldorf In-App Audio Tour: Explore All Must-See Sights

Düsseldorf In-App Audio Tour: Explore All Must-See Sights

HK$80
per traveller
Düsseldorf In-App Audio Tour: Explore All Must-See Sights
Düsseldorf: Tipping based - Old Town Walking Tour

Düsseldorf: Tipping based - Old Town Walking Tour

HK$18
per adult
Düsseldorf: Tipping based - Old Town Walking Tour
Night PubCrawl Tour in Dusseldorf

Düsseldorf PubCrawl: 4 Venues, Welcome Shots + Club Entry

HK$223
per adult
Düsseldorf PubCrawl: 4 Venues, Welcome Shots + Club Entry
Explore Düsseldorf with Passionate tour guides!

Explore Düsseldorf with Passionate tour guides!

HK$27
per adult
Explore Düsseldorf with Passionate tour guides!
Düsseldorf Self Guided Audio Experience

Düsseldorf Self Guided Audio Experience

HK$47
per adult
Düsseldorf Self Guided Audio Experience
Düsseldorf: Guided City Architecture Walking Tour

Düsseldorf: Guided City Architecture Walking Tour

HK$179
per adult
Düsseldorf: Guided City Architecture Walking Tour
Düsseldorf: Guided Old Town Tour with Beer Break

Düsseldorf: Guided Old Town Tour with Beer Break

HK$205
per adult
Düsseldorf: Guided Old Town Tour with Beer Break
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Düsseldorf: City Sightseeing Cruise on the Rhine

Düsseldorf: City Sightseeing Cruise on the Rhine

Activity duration is 1 hour
8.0 out of 10 with 433 reviews
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Price is HK$181 per adult
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Düsseldorf Self Guided Audio Experience

Düsseldorf Self Guided Audio Experience

Activity duration is 9 hours
Price is HK$47 per adult
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Altstadt-guide

Altstadt-guide

Activity duration is 1 hour and 30 minutes
10.0 out of 10 with 1 review
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Price is HK$163 per adult
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SEA LIFE Oberhausen Admission Ticket

SEA LIFE Oberhausen Admission Ticket

Activity duration is 1 hour and 30 minutes
Free cancellation available
Price is HK$199 per adult
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Düsseldorf: 2-Hour Evening Rhine River Cruise with Live DJ

Düsseldorf: 2-Hour Evening Rhine River Cruise with Live DJ

Activity duration is 2 hours
8.8 out of 10 with 5 reviews
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Price is HK$262 per adult
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What to do in Duisburg

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A large industrial structure with green and red lighting at dusk.
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Landschaftspark Duisburg-Nord

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This former steelworks transforms industrial ruins into an artistic playground lit by colourful installations each evening. Climb blast furnaces or wander among the harmonious blend of nature and machinery.
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Where to stay in Duisburg

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Duisburg Mitte

The archaeological sites and museums are just a few things visitors like about Duisburg Mitte. Schauinsland-Reisen-Arena and Sportpark Duisburg are worthwhile spots to check out, and you can hop on the metro at Grunewald U-Bahn or Grunewald Betriebshof U-Bahn to get around the larger area.

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Duisburg City Center

If you're spending time in Duisburg City Center, check out sights like Duisburg Christmas Market or Duisburg Town Hall and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Koenig-Heinrich-Platz U-Bahn or Steinsche Gasse U-Bahn.

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Duisburg Süd

While you're in Duisburg Süd, take in top sights like Tiger and Turtle - Magic Mountain or Sechs-Seen-Platte, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at St. Anna Krankenhaus U-Bahn or Muehlenkamp U-Bahn.

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Dellviertel

Get to know Dellviertel and its many features like its bars and museums. You might want to explore sights like Theater am Marientor and Lehmbruck Museum, and you can jump on the metro at Kremerstrasse U-Bahn or Karl-Jarres-Strasse U-Bahn to get around the city.

Neudorf-Süd

You'll enjoy the monuments and parks in Neudorf-Süd. You might want to make time for a stop at Sportpark Duisburg or Schauinsland-Reisen-Arena.

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Oberhausen

A large yellow building with green shutters and a clock tower.

Ratingen

A large church with a prominent tower and a spire, illuminated at dusk.

Krefeld

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Düsseldorf

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Meerbusch

A tall tower with a flame at the top, surrounded by a field with distant city lights.

Moers

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Voerde

Frequently asked questions

Is Duisburg worth visiting?
One of the most popular things to do in Duisburg is visit LEGOLAND Discovery Centre Oberhausen. Tick this major attraction off your agenda, then discover more of this area's family-friendly attractions and views.
How do I spend a day in Duisburg?
Start your day with a visit to LEGOLAND Discovery Centre Oberhausen and AQUApark Oberhausen. Then, explore different parts of Duisburg for local dining and some shopping.
What is the top tourist attraction in Duisburg?
The top tourist attraction in Duisburg is LEGOLAND Discovery Centre Oberhausen, so don't forget to put it on your agenda.
Is three days enough to stay in Duisburg?
Three days will be plenty of time to tick off popular city highlights, including Duisburg Christmas Market, Theatre am Marientor and Kaisergarten Park and Zoo. The average stay in Duisburg is two days. If you have the time to extend your adventure, Düsseldorf isn't far away.
Is Duisburg a walkable city?
That comes down to what you want to do and see in Duisburg. Several sights, like Duisburg Christmas Market and Theatre am Marientor, are accessible on foot. If you're up for a stroll through some of Duisburg's best neighbourhoods, Duisburg Mitte is 3 kilometres away from downtown, while Duisburg City Centre is 0.32 kilometres away from the city centre and also within walking distance.
What are some activities to do in Duisburg with kids?
If you are after sights and activities for all of your group, take a look at these excellent ideas for what to do in Duisburg with kids.

What to do in Duisburg for adults?
Duisburg Town Hall and DITIB Merkez Mosque are just two of the things to do in Duisburg. With loads of activities available, there's something here for everyone to explore.
Are there free things to do in Duisburg?
In Duisburg, Strandbad Wolfssee is an unmissable spot for anyone wanting to enjoy the city without reaching for their wallet. Also, wander around the parks and other neighbourhoods, and ask for ideas from a local tour guide. It's a simple way to discover the best free things to do in Duisburg.

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