Holiday in Düsseldorf

City in Germany — tips, highlights & best time to visit 🇩🇪

Country

Germany

Type

City

Best time to travel

April–October

Budget/day

90–150 €

Getting there from Germany

Düsseldorf Central Station offers ICE connections to Cologne (20 min), Frankfurt (1.5h), Berlin (4h). International airport.

About Düsseldorf

Düsseldorf is the elegant capital of North Rhine-Westphalia and one of the most dynamic metropolises on the Rhine. The famous Königsallee — affectionately known as Kö — is one of the most exclusive shopping streets in Europe and reflects the cosmopolitan character of the city with its luxury boutiques, the Kö-Bogen, and the plane tree-lined waterfront. The Medienhafen is Düsseldorf's architectural showcase: The dancing buildings by Frank Gehry, the Rhine Tower with its 168-meter high observation deck, and spectacular new buildings have transformed the former harbor area into a vibrant district filled with restaurants, agencies, and galleries. The Old Town — known as the longest bar in the world — brings together over 260 pubs, breweries, and restaurants in a compact space. Here, the top-fermented Altbier is freshly tapped, accompanied by Rhineland cheerfulness and hearty cuisine featuring Rheinischer Sauerbraten and Himmel un Ääd. The Kunstsammlung Nordrhein-Westfalen, K20 and K21, presents one of the most significant collections of modern art in Germany. Düsseldorf is also the most Japanese city in Europe: Around Immermannstraße, a vibrant Japanese community has established itself with authentic restaurants, supermarkets, and cultural institutions. The Japanese Garden in Nordpark and the EKO House of Japanese Culture emphasize this special connection. The Rhine promenade, Benrath Palace, and Carnival make Düsseldorf a versatile travel destination.

Culture
100
Safety
90
Urban
85
Romance
65
Food
60

Top 5 highlights in Düsseldorf

The places you absolutely must not miss.

1

Königsallee

Germany's most elegant shopping street along the city moat offers luxury boutiques, chestnut-lined avenues, and stylish cafés.

2

Altstadt

The longest bar in the world offers over 260 pubs, breweries, and restaurants in close quarters.

3

MedienHafen

The former harbor area impresses with Frank Gehry's dancing buildings and modern architecture.

4

Kunstsammlung NRW

K20 and K21 showcase masterpieces of modern and contemporary art in impressive buildings.

5

Japantown

Around Immermannstraße is the largest Japanese community in Europe with authentic restaurants and shops.

Hotels in Düsseldorf

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Pauschalreisen & Rundreisen

Berge & Meer – 170 Tage Cookie

Best time to travel for Düsseldorf

Recommended travel time

April–October

Summer

Mild to warm, 19–26 °C, changeable

Winter

Mild, 1–6 °C, humid

How much does a holiday in Düsseldorf cost?

Average costs per person per day

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Budget

50–70 €

Hostel, Street food, Public transport

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Mid-range

90–150 €

Hotel, Restaurant, Excursions

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Luxury

220–400 €

Boutique hotel, Fine dining

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5 travel tips for Düsseldorf

Insider knowledge that makes your holiday better.

Altbier is Düsseldorf's beer – try it at Uerige, Schumacher, or Füchschen directly from the barrel.

The Rhine promenade is perfect for a sunset walk with a view of the MedienHafen.

Japanese food in Düsseldorf is authentic and affordable – Takumi Ramen is legendary.

The Düsseldorf Carnival is wilder than the Cologne one – the street parties are legendary.

Every third weekend in July, the largest fair on the Rhine takes place on the Rhine meadows.

Food & drink in Düsseldorf

These specialties you must try!

Altbier from the barrel
Rheinischer Sauerbraten
Himmel un Ääd
Senfrostbraten
Halve Hahn
Düsseldorfer Senfsuppe
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