Things to do in North Rhine-Westphalia

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Hohenzollern Bridge showing a river or creek, heritage architecture and a city
Cologne Triangle Panorama featuring boating, a bridge and a river or creek
Bonn featuring night scenes
Zollverein Coal Mine World Heritage Site

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What to do in North Rhine-Westphalia

Free Things to Do in North Rhine-Westphalia

They say the best things in life are free. Make sure you visit the following around North Rhine-Westphalia:

Rombergpark Botanical Garden - Arrange a picnic date and enjoy a walk around the interesting plants.

Things to Do in North Rhine-Westphalia with Kids

There's nothing better than hanging out with the family. North Rhine-Westphalia has a wonderful selection of family friendly experiences that the entire gang will get a kick out of:


 

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Innenstadt

Central to Cologne, Innenstadt boasts historic old town charm, Gründerzeit era new town, and Deutz quarter. Explore landmarks like Cologne Cathedral, romanesque churches, and KölnTurm, while enjoying easy access to train stations and the Cologne Ring.

Innenstadt
Kolumba-Diocesan Museum

Old Town Cologne

Known for its stunning cathedral, stunning river views, and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Old Town Cologne. Top attractions like Cologne Cathedral and Schildergasse are major draws. Catch the metro at Heumarkt U-Bahn or Neumarkt U-Bahn to see more of the city.

Old Town Cologne
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 German Opera at River Rhein.

Stadtmitte
Cologne Cathedral

Altstadt-Nord

4.5/5(378 area reviews)

Known for its stunning cathedral and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Altstadt-Nord. Check out top attractions like Cologne Cathedral and National Socialist Documentation Center, and jump on the metro at Appellhofplatz Breite Strasse U-Bahn or Heumarkt U-Bahn to see more of the city.

Altstadt-Nord
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
Rheinboulevard showing a river or creek, a city and a sunset

Deutz

4/5(26 area reviews)

Part of central Cologne, Deutz serves as a business center and transportation hub, boasting the Köln Messe/Deutz station. Enjoy picturesque views of the old town from the river embankment and explore nearby Rheinpark.

Deutz

 

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Frequently asked questions

What to do in North Rhine-Westphalia on a sunny day?
Put on some sun cream and a cap and join a KölnCard - City Pass or a Pancake Cruise Nijmegen.
What to do in North Rhine-Westphalia on a rainy day?
What should I not miss in North Rhine-Westphalia?
You just can't go home without crossing off the following sensational attractions:

  • Cologne Cathedral
  • Borussia Park
  • RheinEnergieStadion
  • Alter Markt

Are there cheap things to do in North Rhine-Westphalia?
What can you do in North Rhine-Westphalia for free?
Your escape to North Rhine-Westphalia doesn't have to cost a fortune with free attractions like these to discover:

  • Cologne Cathedral
  • Alter Markt
  • City Hall
  • Great St. Martin Church