Things to do in Düsseldorf

Activities, attractions and tours

Düsseldorf
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Düsseldorf
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1. Konigsallee

Königsallee is a charming shopping boulevard separated by a scenic tree-laden canal in the heart of Düsseldorf. Fashion showrooms and high-end shops flank the sides of this wide avenue. Spend an afternoon exploring the boutique stores along the 0.6-mile (1-kilometer) commercial esplanade.
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Konigsallee showing a river or creek and a park

2. Rhine Promenade

At the Rhine Promenade you can dine at beach bars and waterfront cafes, join a river cruise and take part in cultural summer events. German architect Niklaus Fritschi redesigned the area in the 1990s. It formerly contained a freeway separating the city of Dusseldorf from the river. Today, this pedestrian-only promenade connects the Old Town with a redeveloped harbor and is a popular city meeting point.
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Rhine Promenade which includes heritage elements and a bay or harbour

3. Marina Düsseldorf

At the Dusseldorf Hafen you can visit Michelin-starred restaurants, enjoy panoramic views of the city, and visit some the city’s most intriguing buildings. Originally this was a shipping and trading dock in the early 19th century, but the harbor’s warehouses stood derelict until the late 1900s when media and gastronomy companies gave it a new look. Also known as the Medienhafen (Media Harbor), today the district is one of Dusseldorf’s most modernized areas.
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Dusseldorf-Hafen showing outdoor art, a city and a skyscraper

4. Classic Remise Duesseldorf

The Classic Remise Duesseldorf is a historic warehouse containing showrooms of old-fashioned cars. It also has several shops and a restaurant and beer garden. Sharpen your knowledge of classic and collector cars with a trip around this gallery of automobiles.
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Classic Remise Duesseldorf

5. Marktplatz

The Marktplatz denotes the heart of Dusseldorf’s Old Town (Altstadt) and city center. Come here to admire the architecture of the City Hall and be part of a busy program of cultural events. The square dates back to the 14th century, the period of the city’s first major urban development.
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Marktplatz which includes heritage elements, a statue or sculpture and night scenes

What to do in Düsseldorf

Popular places to visit

Messe Düsseldorf

Messe Düsseldorf

Learn about the events happening in Messe Düsseldorf during your trip to Düsseldorf. While you're in the area, find time to visit its shops.

Messe Düsseldorf
Konigsallee which includes modern architecture, a city and a river or creek

Konigsallee

Browse the luxury brands on display beside the picturesque canal and elegant bridges on one of Germany’s busiest upscale commercial avenues.

Konigsallee
Rhine Promenade which includes heritage elements and a bay or harbour

Rhine Promenade

Visit this pedestrianized boulevard to relax in riverfront cafes, take a cruise along the River Rhine, and celebrate Japanese culture in Germany.

Rhine Promenade
Dusseldorf-Hafen showing outdoor art, a city and a skyscraper

Marina Düsseldorf

Dusseldorf’s revamped harbor provides a place to admire modern architecture, dine in award-winning restaurants, and enjoy panoramic city views.

Marina Düsseldorf
Classic Remise Duesseldorf

Classic Remise Duesseldorf

Learn about some of the chicest vintage cars in the city at this exceptional roundhouse with showrooms and a beer garden.

Classic Remise Duesseldorf
Marktplatz featuring heritage elements and a statue or sculpture as well as a small group of people

Marktplatz

Visit the City Hall, shop at a Christmas market, and join in Dusseldorf’s Carnival celebrations at this city center square.

Marktplatz
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Medienhafen

Visit Duesseldorf’s pretty harbor district to uncover innovative architecture, historic monuments, excellent waterfront dining and exciting adventures on the Rhine.

Medienhafen
Rhine Tower showing modern architecture

Rhine Tower

Dine in the rotating restaurant, look down on the Rhine River from the viewing platform and see one of the world’s largest digital clocks.

Rhine Tower
City Hall featuring heritage architecture, an administrative building and a city

Duesseldorf City Hall

Come to Dusseldorf’s town hall to discover buildings from various architectural periods and people-watch from its surrounding square.

Duesseldorf City Hall

Areas of Düsseldorf

Dusseldorf

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 Dusseldorfer Schauspielhaus.

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Düsseldorf Old Town

4.5/5(27 area reviews)

Try the Old Beer at one of the many pubs, stroll along the riverside and visit the range of museums in Duesseldorf’s historic nucleus.

Düsseldorf Old Town
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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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Stockum

Stockum is a destination travellers like for its museums, and you might hop aboard the metro at ESPRIT Arena-Messe Nord U-Bahn or Sportpark Nord-Europaplatz U-Bahn to explore sights like Merkur Spiel-Arena.

Stockum
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.

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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
Neuss showing modern architecture

Neuss

Ratingen showing heritage architecture

Ratingen

Dormagen

Dormagen

Moenchengladbach showing château or palace and heritage architecture

Krefeld

Duisburg

Duisburg

Photo "Meerbusch" by giggel (CC BY) / Cropped from original
Photo by giggel (CC BY)

Meerbusch

Photo "Monheim" by Udo und Joan Fugel on geo.hlipp.de (CC BY-SA) / Cropped from original
Photo by Udo und Joan Fugel on geo.hlipp.de (CC BY-SA)

Monheim

Neuss showing modern architecture

Innenstadt

Frequently asked questions

Is Düsseldorf worth visiting?
One of the most common things to do in Düsseldorf is visit Capitol Theatre. Check this top sight off your agenda, then discover more of this area's bars and pubs and festivals.
How do I spend a day in Düsseldorf?
Once you've checked off top attractions like Medienhafen and Benrath Palace, spend some time exploring the food and retail options in Düsseldorf.
What is the top tourist attraction in Düsseldorf?
The top tourist attraction in Düsseldorf is Capitol Theatre, so make sure to put it on your sightseeing list.
Is three days enough to stay in Düsseldorf?
Three days will be enough time to tick off many city attractions, like Capitol Theatre, Museum Kunstpalast and Benrath Palace. The average stay in Düsseldorf is two days. If you have the urge to extend your getaway, Cologne isn't far away.
Is Düsseldorf a walkable city?
That depends on what you want to do and see in Düsseldorf. Several top sights, such as Capitol Theatre and Museum Kunstpalast, are reachable on foot. If you're up for a stroll around some of Düsseldorf's neighbourhoods, Stadtbezirke 01 is 2 kilometres away from downtown, while Stadtmitte is 2 kilometres away from the city centre and also within walking distance.
What are some activities to do in Düsseldorf with kids?
Planning what to do in Düsseldorf with kids has never been so easy. Whether you're getting away with little ones or teenagers, there's no shortage of family-friendly tours and attractions to keep everyone happy here.

What to do in Düsseldorf for adults?
There are plenty of things to do in Düsseldorf, with entertainment for adults of all ages. Cap off your day with a visit to Mitsubishi Electric Hall or Konigsallee.
Are there free things to do in Düsseldorf?
One of the top ways to find free things to do in Düsseldorf is to ask a local tour guide. You'll get insider recommendations on vibrant neighbourhoods, parks and other top attractions you can experience without taking your wallet out. Duesseldorf Grafenberg Wildlife Park is one place that doesn't charge an admission fee.