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

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

$27
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Düsseldorf: 24-Hour Hop-On Hop-Off Ticket
Düsseldorf: City Sightseeing Cruise on the Rhine

Düsseldorf: City Sightseeing Cruise on the Rhine

$23
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Düsseldorf: City Sightseeing Cruise on the Rhine
Düsseldorf: Guided Old Town Tour with Beer Break

Düsseldorf: Guided Old Town Tour with Beer Break

$26
per adult
Düsseldorf: Guided Old Town Tour with Beer Break
Night PubCrawl Tour in Dusseldorf

Düsseldorf PubCrawl: 4 Venues, Welcome Shots + Club Entry

$28
per adult
Düsseldorf PubCrawl: 4 Venues, Welcome Shots + Club Entry
Düsseldorf: Sweet Treats Guided Walking Tour of Old Town

Düsseldorf: Sweet Treats Guided Walking Tour of Old Town

$56
per adult
Düsseldorf: Sweet Treats Guided Walking Tour of Old Town
Düsseldorf: Brewery Tour with Alt Beer Tastings

Düsseldorf: Brewery Tour with Alt Beer Tastings

$31
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Düsseldorf: Brewery Tour with Alt Beer Tastings
Dusseldorf : Highlights Walking tour with A Guide

Dusseldorf : Highlights Walking tour with A Guide

$45
per adult
Dusseldorf : Highlights Walking tour with A Guide
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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 colorful 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

Find the best Duisburg areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Duisburg
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Duisburg Mitte

Duisburg Mitte is well-liked for its archaeological sites and museums. If you're hoping to get in some sightseeing, Schauinsland-Reisen-Arena and Sportpark Duisburg are top spots, and you can jump on the metro at Grunewald U-Bahn or Grunewald Betriebshof U-Bahn to get around.

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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 the city at Koenig-Heinrich-Platz U-Bahn or Steinsche Gasse U-Bahn.

A roller coaster with a steep drop and a curved track against a clear blue sky.
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Duisburg Süd

If you're spending time in Duisburg Süd, check out sights like Tiger and Turtle - Magic Mountain or Sechs-Seen-Platte and hop on the metro to see more the city at St. Anna Krankenhaus U-Bahn or Muehlenkamp U-Bahn.

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Dellviertel

Dellviertel is well-liked for its bars and museums. If you're hoping to get in some sightseeing, Theater am Marientor and Lehmbruck Museum are top spots, and you can jump on the metro at Kremerstrasse U-Bahn or Karl-Jarres-Strasse U-Bahn to get around.

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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Popular day trips from Duisburg

A rope bridge adorned with numerous padlocks.

Oberhausen

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Ratingen

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

Krefeld

A cityscape with a river reflecting buildings, including a distinctive red-lit structure and a modern glass building.

Düsseldorf

A riverside promenade with historic buildings, a bridge, and a calm water body reflecting the architecture.

Muelheim an der Ruhr

A brick building with a round tower and a dome roof.

Meerbusch

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

Moers

A neon sign with the text "Ich Dinslagen" and a heart symbol on a brick wall.

Dinslaken

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 list, then experience more of the area's family-friendly attractions and views.
How do I spend a day in Duisburg?
After you've visited major attractions like LEGOLAND Discovery Centre Oberhausen and AQUApark Oberhausen, spend the rest of your day exploring Duisburg's shopping and dining scene.
What is the top tourist attraction in Duisburg?
LEGOLAND Discovery Centre Oberhausen is one of the top tourist attractions in Duisburg and should feature high on every to-do list of the area.
Is three days enough to stay in Duisburg?
Three days will give you enough time to check out many city highlights, including Kaisergarten Park and Zoo, Theater am Marientor and Duisburg Christmas Market. The average stay in Duisburg is two days. If you have the time to extend your getaway, Düsseldorf isn't far away.
Is Duisburg a walkable city?
With vibrant neighborhoods and major attractions within walking distance of the city center, Duisburg is a great destination to explore on foot. Have fun wandering between Theater am Marientor and Duisburg Christmas Market. Then take a stroll around Duisburg Mitte, located 2 miles from downtown, and Duisburg City Center, which is about 0.2 miles away.
What are some activities to do in Duisburg with kids?
Deciding what to do in Duisburg with kids has never been so simple. Whether you're vacationing with little ones or teenagers, there's no shortage of family-friendly sights to keep them happy here.

What to do in Duisburg for adults?
Whether you're a culture enthusiast, food lover or fan of nature, there are loads of things to do in Duisburg for adults including DITIB Merkez Mosque and Duisburg Town Hall.
Are there free things to do in Duisburg?
In Duisburg, Strandbad Wolfssee is a top spot for anyone looking to experience the city without taking their wallet out. Also, wander around the parks and other neighborhoods, and ask for tips from a local tour guide. It's a great way to find out about the best free things to do in Duisburg.

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