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Düsseldorf. A busy state capital that's brimming with fun things to see and do. You'll want to bring a pair of comfy walking shoes if you'd like to see all that this splendid city has to offer. What does your perfect itinerary look like? You're about to find out.

Explore the sights of Düsseldorf with some popular tours & day trips, or get through our list of {134 fun activities in Düsseldorf fun activities in Düsseldorf}. We have no booking fees as well as free cancellation, so you can relax and focus on planning an unforgettable vacation.

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Most popular activities in Düsseldorf

Food, drink & nightlife

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Düsseldorf: Brewery Tour with Alt Beer Tastings

Düsseldorf: Brewery Tour with Alt Beer Tastings

Activity duration is 2 hours
Free cancellation available
Price is $30 per adult
Düsseldorf: Brewery Tour with Alt Beer Tastings

Adventure & outdoor

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Beer tour with tasting in Dusseldorf

Beer tour with tasting in Dusseldorf

Activity duration is 3 hours
Free cancellation available
Price is $34 per adult
Beer tour with tasting in Dusseldorf

Private & custom tours

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Excursion from Cologne to Düsseldorf

Excursion from Cologne to Düsseldorf

Activity duration is 5 hours
Price is $759 per traveler*
Excursion from Cologne to Düsseldorf

Wildlife & nature

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Altbier safari in Düsseldorf

Altbier safari in Düsseldorf

Activity duration is 2 hours
Free cancellation available
Price is $34 per adult
Altbier safari in Düsseldorf

Classes & workshops

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Dusseldorf: 1-Hour Airbus A320 Flight Simulator Private Tour

Dusseldorf: 1-Hour Airbus A320 Flight Simulator Private Tour

Activity duration is 45 minutes
Free cancellation available
Price is $107 per adult
Dusseldorf: 1-Hour Airbus A320 Flight Simulator Private Tour

Recommended things to do in Düsseldorf

Number of things to do
134
Things to do from
$4
Cheapest thing to do
Düsseldorf: First Discovery Walk and Reading Walking Tour
Top 5 things to do
Under $25
With kids

What to do in Düsseldorf

Free Things to Do in Düsseldorf

Escaping to Düsseldorf on a budget? The following can be experienced for nada.

K21 Staendehaus - Whatever your age, this gallery will inspire your imagination and grab your attention.

Duesseldorf Grafenberg Wildlife Park - Attention animal lovers — here's your chance to hang out with some intriguing new friends.

Freizeitpark Ulenbergstrasse - Loads of fun is what you'll find at this terrific place.

Parliament of North Rhine-Westphalia - Admire the design and creativity of this impressive example of modernistic architecture.

Rathaus - If you're planning to explore the history of the region through its landmarks, add this one to your to-do list.

Rheinufer - Stroll the streets and appreciate the atmosphere of this popular area.

Marktplatz - Arrange a visit and learn about the significance of this place to the locals.

St Lambertus Church - Work on your spiritual side or simply enjoy the peaceful atmosphere at this site of worship.

Hofgarten - Develop your green thumb and explore the diverse range of plants on display.

Things to Do in Düsseldorf with Kids

Düsseldorf is a superb destination for a family escape. Bring the little ones along and enjoy these family friendly experiences together:

 

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Frequently asked questions

What to do in Düsseldorf on a sunny day?
You wouldn’t want to be stuck in the hotel when you could be out having a ball on a KölnCard - City Pass.
What to do in Düsseldorf on a rainy day?
When it’s pouring with rain, these fun indoor activities will keep you out of mischief (and nice and dry!):


What should I not miss in Düsseldorf?
Don’t go home without crossing off the following incredible sights:

  • Rhine Tower
  • Duesseldorf City Hall
  • Benrath Palace
  • Museum Kunstpalast

Are there cheap things to do in Düsseldorf?
If you’re on a smaller budget, add these inexpensive tours and activities to your to-do list:


What can you do in Düsseldorf for free?
Your getaway in Düsseldorf won’t cost an arm and a leg with free things like these to keep you on the go:

  • Duesseldorf-Hafen
  • Konigsallee
  • Düsseldorf Christmas Market
  • Rhine Promenade

Discover the most popular places to visit in Düsseldorf

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Messe Düsseldorf

4.5/5(60 reviews)

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

Messe Düsseldorf
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Konigsallee

4.5/5(28 reviews)

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

Konigsallee
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Rhine Promenade

4.5/5(29 reviews)

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

Rhine Promenade
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Marina Düsseldorf

4.5/5(12 reviews)

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

Marina Düsseldorf
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Rhine Tower

4.5/5(51 reviews)

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
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Medienhafen

4.5/5(2 reviews)

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

Medienhafen
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Duesseldorf City Hall

4/5(68 reviews)

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

Duesseldorf City Hall
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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
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Benrath Palace

4.5/5(25 reviews)

Stroll through a romantic lakeside garden, take photos of the pink-hued façades and learn about old German aristocracy in this pleasure palace.

Benrath Palace

Discover the most popular landmarks and neighborhoods in Düsseldorf

Dusseldorf

Stadtmitte

4.5/5(126 area reviews)

Travelers 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.

Stadtmitte
Düsseldorf Old Town featuring a city and a river or creek as well as a large group of people

Düsseldorf Old Town

4.5/5(34 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
Gehry Buildings

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 the city at Lennéstraße Tram Stop or Dreieck Tram Stop.

Stadtbezirke 01
Dusseldorf-Hafen showing modern architecture, a city and a river or creek

Stadtbezirk 3

While you're in Stadtbezirk 3, take in top sights like Gehry Buildings or Neuer Zollhof, and hop on the metro to see more the city at Suitbertusstraße Tram Stop or Südring Tram Stop.

Stadtbezirk 3
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Friedrichstadt

4/5(51 area reviews)

Travelers choose Friedrichstadt for its ample dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Helmholtzstraße Tram Stop or Corneliusstraße Tram Stop and check out top sights like Savoy Theater.

Friedrichstadt
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Stadtbezirk 4

While you're in Stadtbezirk 4, take in top sights like Rheinwiesen or Rhine, and hop on the metro to see more the city at Prinzenallee U-Bahn or Heerdter Sandberg U-Bahn.

Stadtbezirk 4
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Popular day trips from Düsseldorf

Photo "Mettmann" by King Otto (CC BY-SA) / Cropped from original
Photo by King Otto (CC BY-SA)

Mettmann

Neuss which includes modern architecture

Neuss

Ratingen showing heritage architecture

Ratingen

Dormagen

Dormagen

Photo by Erick Rijswick

Haan

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Photo by Kasimix (CC BY-SA)

Hilden

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Photo by giggel (CC BY)

Kaarst

Moenchengladbach featuring chateau or palace and heritage architecture

Krefeld