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Country
Germany
Continent
Europe
Airport
DUS
Currency
Euro (EUR)
Time zone
UTC+1 (UTC+2 during summer time)
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Airport and getting into town
An airport in the north, linked to the centre by train
Düsseldorf Airport (DUS)
Düsseldorf Airport lies in the north of the city. Wikivoyage (EN) puts it about 15 km from the main station, Wikivoyage (FR) 8 km from the centre and Wikivoyage (DE) 7 km, so the sources disagree. Two stations serve it: the S11 commuter line runs from beneath the terminal, while Düsseldorf Flughafen station, reached by the SkyTrain monorail, also handles regional and long-distance trains. Allow roughly a dozen minutes by S-Bahn to the main station according to Wikivoyage (EN, FR). Cologne/Bonn (CGN) is about an hour away; Weeze (NRN), about 80 km north-west, is used mainly by low-cost carriers and is not on the rail network, according to Wikivoyage (EN). Cologne and Weeze are other gateways worth watching.
Distances and times are approximate, based on Wikivoyage (EN, FR, DE); the sources differ on the distance and timetables change, so check them before travelling. We do not give fares.
Düsseldorf is the capital of North Rhine-Westphalia and lies mostly on the right bank of the Rhine; its name means "village on the Düssel", according to Wikipedia (EN, DE). It has about 620,000 inhabitants in 2025 per Wikipedia (EN, DE), while other sources give slightly different figures. Visitors mostly stay in the Altstadt and Carlstadt and along the riverfront, then head south to the Medienhafen, says Wikivoyage (EN). The city is known as Germany's fashion and trade-fair capital and has one of Europe's largest Japanese communities, according to Wikivoyage (EN, FR).
Landmarks
The Rhine Tower, the riverbank, the Medienhafen and Königsallee
Granted town rights in 1288 and a residence of dukes and electors, Düsseldorf was largely destroyed in 1939-1945 and rebuilt, according to Wikipedia (EN, DE) and Wikivoyage (EN): people come more for modern architecture, the river and art than for a medieval setting. The places below are illustrated; the old town and its churches are covered at the end of the section.
The Rhine Tower and the embankment
The Rheinturm, a television tower about 240 m tall, stands on the river; an observation deck and a restaurant sit at around 170 m, according to Wikivoyage (EN, FR). Since traffic was moved into a tunnel in 1993, the Rhine promenade has been a pleasant place to stroll, lined with cafés, says Wikivoyage (FR). Wikivoyage (EN) adds that the right bank gets the sun all day.
Bridges over the Rhine
Several bridges cross the river in Düsseldorf, linking the right bank with Oberkassel on the other side. On the meadows by the water, big summer events set up, such as the Rheinkirmes funfair, which draws more than 4 million visitors over ten days according to Wikivoyage (EN).
The Medienhafen
The former harbour has become a district of offices, restaurants and bars; the buildings designed by Frank Gehry at Neuer Zollhof have turned into a symbol of the city, according to Wikivoyage (EN). It is a popular place to go out in summer, especially by the water.
The Schlossturm and Burgplatz
The Schlossturm is the last remnant of the dukes' castle, which burned down in 1872; it now houses the shipping museum, says Wikivoyage (EN). On the nearby Burgplatz stand the Cartwheelers' Fountain, a local emblem, and a clock that also shows the water level of the Rhine.
Königsallee
The "Kö" is the city's best-known shopping boulevard: about 1 km of luxury boutiques, with a tree-lined canal (the Stadtgraben), according to Wikivoyage (EN, FR). Schadowstraße, close by, is more affordable, says Wikivoyage (EN).
Old town, churches and Hofgarten
The old town, rebuilt on its historic plan, has the St. Lambertus basilica with its twisted spire, the town hall with the equestrian statue of Jan Wellem and the Neanderkirche, according to Wikivoyage (EN). The Hofgarten, laid out under Elector Carl Theodor, is described as the first public park in Germany.
Excursions
Benrath Palace, a Baroque palace set in a large park, can be reached by tram or S-Bahn, according to Wikivoyage (EN, FR). Kaiserswerth to the north and Cologne, about twenty minutes by fast train, are other trips mentioned by Wikivoyage (FR, DE).
Museums and culture
K20, K21, the Kunstpalast and museums of art and film
Modern and contemporary art
The Kunstsammlung Nordrhein-Westfalen occupies two sites, K20 and K21, while the Kunsthalle stages temporary exhibitions, according to Wikivoyage (EN, DE). The Museum Kunstpalast covers older and modern art, including works of the Düsseldorf school of painting, says Wikipedia (DE).
Specialist museums
Wikivoyage (DE) also lists the Film Museum, the Hetjens ceramics museum, the Goethe Museum, the Theatre Museum and the Haus des Karnevals, devoted to carnival. A mustard museum in the old town recalls the local mustard. We do not give admission prices.
Museum night and festivals
A Night of Museums is held in April, according to Wikivoyage (DE). The Japan Day draws hundreds of thousands of visitors to the Rhine each year with shows and fireworks, says Wikivoyage (FR). Carnival is the other big moment; check the dates for the year.
Food and drink
Altbier, brewery pubs and Rhineland dishes
The Altbier
The local beer is Altbier, a dark top-fermented beer served in small glasses, according to Wikivoyage (EN, DE). In the old town's traditional brewery pubs, such as Füchschen, Schumacher, Uerige or Schlüssel, waiters called Köbes bring a fresh glass as soon as yours is empty, says Wikivoyage (EN). The old town is nicknamed "the longest bar in the world".
Dishes to try
Wikivoyage (EN, DE) mentions mustard-crusted roast pork (Senfrostbraten, made with local mustard), Rhenish Sauerbraten, Halve Hahn (rye bread, cheese and mustard) and pea soup. In the Medienhafen, fish restaurants and modern kitchens occupy Gehry's buildings.
A friendly rivalry
Locals like to tease Cologne: ordering a Kölsch, Cologne's beer, in a Düsseldorf brewery pub can draw sarcastic remarks, says Wikivoyage (EN). It is easier to drink the local beer.
Getting around
Underground, trams, buses and tickets to validate
The Rheinbahn network
The Rheinbahn runs the underground (Stadtbahn), trams and buses, with two main underground lines crossing at Heinrich-Heine-Allee, according to Wikivoyage (FR). Paper tickets must be validated before boarding, and travelling without a valid ticket risks a fine, says Wikivoyage (EN, FR). We do not give fares.
Trains and the main station
The main station is served by all ICE trains and about twenty regional lines, says Wikivoyage (DE). Cologne is about 23 minutes away by fast train according to Wikivoyage (FR), and ICE trains from Amsterdam, Basel and Berlin call there, says Wikivoyage (ES).
Car and boat
Roads are often congested during trade fairs and football matches, according to Wikivoyage (DE); a green environmental sticker is needed for the central low-emission zone, says Wikivoyage (FR). KD boats offer sightseeing trips on the Rhine, according to Wikivoyage (DE).
Budget and precautions
A trade-fair and fashion city where prices vary
Price level
Düsseldorf is a business, fashion and international trade-fair city, with events such as boot or drupa, according to Wikivoyage (EN) and Wikipedia (EN). Accommodation fills up during the big fairs, so check the calendar before choosing dates. We do not give amounts because we could not confirm them on two independent sources.
Flying and precautions
SniperAir monitors prices to DUS and compares them with the route's history, but it does not sell or book tickets. Also keep an eye on Cologne/Bonn and Weeze. Germany is in the Schengen area: check entry requirements for your nationality and your government's official advice.
Safety
The city is as safe as other large European cities; the area around the main station can feel uncomfortable at night, says Wikivoyage (EN). Keep an eye on your belongings in busy places and in the old town's bars.
When to go
A mild oceanic climate with little snow
Winter (December to February)
Mild with little snow and rare frosts, according to Wikipedia (DE). A Christmas market enlivens the centre; check the dates.
Spring (March to May)
Cool, then mild; the trees on Königsallee turn green again. Carnival falls in late winter or early spring.
Summer (June to August)
Mild to warm: the season of lively riverbanks, Medienhafen terraces and the Rheinkirmes in July, according to Wikivoyage (EN, FR).
Autumn (September to November)
Pleasant at first, then greyer. Trade fairs keep the city busy throughout the year.
Düsseldorf has an oceanic climate: the annual mean is about 11 C and about 750 mm of rain falls each year, according to Wikipedia (EN, DE). Westerly winds bring mild, damp air. We do not give monthly averages because they differ between sources and periods.
By length of stay
What to do in Düsseldorf depending on how long you stay
The essentials
The Rhine promenade, the Rhine Tower, the old town with an Altbier and Königsallee.
Art and architecture
K20, K21 or the Kunstpalast, the Medienhafen, the Hofgarten and Benrath Palace.
Excursions
Cologne, Kaiserswerth, the Neander Valley and other Ruhr cities.
In pictures
Düsseldorf in pictures
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FAQ
Frequently asked questions about flights to Düsseldorf
How do I get from Düsseldorf Airport to the centre?
DUS is in the north of the city; the S11 commuter line reaches the main station in roughly a dozen minutes. Check lines and timetables before you travel.
When is the best time to visit Düsseldorf?
From May to September for the riverbank and terraces; July for the Rheinkirmes; April for the Night of Museums. Hotel prices rise during the big trade fairs.
Is Düsseldorf expensive?
It is a trade-fair and fashion city where prices vary with the dates. We do not give amounts because we could not confirm them on two sources.
How long should I stay in Düsseldorf?
Two days for the Rhine, the old town and the Medienhafen; four days if you add the museums, Benrath and a trip to Cologne.
What should I drink in Düsseldorf?
Altbier, a dark beer served in small glasses in the old town's brewery pubs. Avoid asking for a Kölsch, which is Cologne's beer.
Can you go up the Rhine Tower?
Yes, an observation deck and a restaurant sit at around 170 m; check opening hours and prices before you go.
How much does a flight to Düsseldorf usually cost?
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