Düsseldorf
This wonderful city on the Rhine offers all of the excitement, variety, and amenities one would expect from a bustling European center. Discover the many-faceted jewel of Düsseldorf through its unique and informative museums, its concerts and operas, and its lovely promenades. The capital of North Rhine-Westphalia has grown over the centuries from a small village, or 'dorf', into an industrial powerhouse, and its image continually shifts as it reinvents both its business and its cultural life. Düsseldorf's unusual Museum Kunstpalast houses a remarkable set of full concert halls within a complex that also contains outstanding art collections and exhibitions. Enjoy a fulfilling classical adventure in the area's splendid capital of culture.
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Düsseldorf private walking tour
Explore Düsseldorf in a private and guided walking tour that covers all major highlights and learn about the city’s fascinating legends.The city is situated by the Rhine River, an important stock exchange and a key trade fair location at the heart of Europe. Stroll through the Old Town, the heart of the city, full of churches, art and pubs. See the famous Wilhelm Marx House, the first skyscraper ever built in Europe dating back to the 1920 and go on to the main shopping street, the so called "Kö" the Königsallee, a very popular shopping district.Discover the picturesque Rhine Promenade, one of the most beautiful ones in Germany and finish your tour with a walk by the great Rhine River where you can take photos of the TV Tower, the city’s landmark. Learn about the history of Düsseldorf, the massive bombing during World War II and why most of the Old Town was destroyed. A customization of the tour is possible by asking the guide on the spot.
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Düsseldorf Altbier Tasting Tour
If you have a few hours of free time in Düsseldorf, book a tour to discover the famous Düsseldorfer Altbier, the amber‐colored ale popular with locals and visitors alike. Along with a local beer expert, you'll visit five old breweries to learn about the city's culture and, of course, taste the different types of Altbier.
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Düsseldorf Old Town Tour
There are over 260 bars, restaurants, cafés and breweries in Düsseldorf's old town. Discover the “longest bar in the world” and everything that makes up the flair of a historically grown city. Stroll through the picturesque streets with an expert tour guide, take a look behind the facades and be surprised by unexpected discoveries.Learn why the Gothic church of St. Lambertus has a leaning tower, how the equestrian statue of the popular Elector Jan Wellem was created, where Heinrich Heine was born and how Schneider Wibbel became famous. The castle square with the castle tower is a charming sight. Just a few steps away is the Rhine promenade, from which you can enjoy a wonderful view of the Düsseldorf skyline and the Oberkassel bank.
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Düsseldorf guided beer tour
Book an unforgettable beer tour in Düsseldorf with a local guide showing you the longest bar in the world!Taste different beer styles from the mother of all beers, the Alt to Pils, Kellerbier, and much more. Hear from your local guide the unique story about the most beautiful city on the Rhine and the most delicious of all beverages.The tour schedule is flexible, so your guide will be happy to meet the individual wishes of the group. Look forward to a uniquely entertaining tour that you will not soon forget!
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Guided tour MediaPort Düsseldorf
A tour of the MedienHafen will show you that Düsseldorf is developing at a fiercely dynamic rate. Until the 1980s, the area was dominated primarily by warehouses – today, the district is in a state of permanent change.Part of the tour’s attraction is also the various examples of outstanding architecture: the twisted buildings designed by the American Frank O. Gehry are as spectacular as the open design of the Landtag (state parliament) is symbolic, while the Rhine Tower is literally a cut above the rest.
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Düsseldorf: City Exploration Game
Get ready for an exciting city exploration game that combines fun, learning, and sightseeing, perfect for all ages. Help Jackson Wilde, a famous city explorer, by solving quizzes and earning points as you visit some of Düsseldorf's top landmarks. Download the app on Android or iOS, or access it through a browser to start your adventure. Explore Düsseldorf, complete missions, and learn about the city's monuments along the way.
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Düsseldorf advent afternoon cruise
Treat yourself to a break from Christmas shopping and take an advent cruise on the Rhine. You can look forward to two hours on board full of festive cheer and atmosphere.The scent of mulled wine and cinnamon lies in the air at Christmas‐time on board the ship too. But in contrast with the Christmas markets and shopping streets in the city, the atmosphere on board is contemplative.Get into a proper festive mood with music and delicious delicacies. Plus, enjoy the wonderful sight of Düsseldorf's illuminated Old Town. Smile as you look into the shining eyes of the children on board as St. Nicholas pays them a visit.
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Düsseldorf: Segway City Tour
Whether you are in Düsseldorf for the first time or have been many times, the city never gets old if you have a new way to explore it. Hop on a segway and join a **guided city tour of Düsseldorf**. On your **segway**, you'll glide effortlessly past the city's most beautiful sights – along the **Oberkassler Rheinufer** and the **Museum Kunstpalast**, through the middle of the old town and across **Burgplatz Square**. Stop at the **house brewery Uerige** for a glass of original **Düsseldorf Altbier** before continuing along the **Rhine promenade**. During the tour, you guide will tell you the most important information about the city and personally introduce you to the **Kö-Bogen**, the **Hofgarten**, the **Königsallee**, **Medienhafen**,and the **Wahrzeiche**.
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Tickets for Art:walk48 in Düsseldorf
Access all collections, permanent and special exhibitions of the 6 renowned art museums in the center of Düsseldorf for 48 hours.Kunstpalast — Paintings and sculptures from the Middle Ages to the present day, special collections of decorative arts and design, graphics, photography and an important glass collection as well as international exhibitions (Peter Lindbergh, Tony Cragg, Gerhard Richter).K20 — The permanent collection includes works by Picasso, Matisse, Mondrian and Klee. Representatives of American post‐war art are included such as Jackson Pollock, Robert Rauschenberg, and Andy Warhol. And of course, Etel Adnan, Joseph Beuys, Helen Frankenthaler, and Katharina Fritsch are not missing.K21 — Presents the international contemporary art collection of the Kunstsammlung North Rhine‐Westphalia. Besides groundbreaking special exhibitions, the collection includes works from Thomas Struth, Thomas Schütte, Hito Steyerl, Isa Genzken and Ai Weiwei, among others.Kunsthalle — Focuses on changing exhibitions and is well known to everyone in Düsseldorf because of the black stove pipe from Joseph Beuys rises up from the western outer wall.NRW Forum — Mainly addressing a younger core target group, it is consistently contemporary, digital, innovative, experimental and surprising.KIT — Below concrete walls, young contemporary art is exhibited, more specifically sculptures, paintings, photography, video and installation art.
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Düsseldorf Guided Walking Tour
See the sights of Düsseldorf by foot on this group tour around the exciting German city. Get to know the local area as you explore its lively districts, learn about the vibrant arts scene, and hear insightful stories from your guide. There will be plenty of time for shopping and dining afterwards—just ask your guide for recommendations.
