One Day in Düsseldorf Itinerary

  • 9:00AM: Königsallee
    City Centre

    The Königsallee boulevard is known for being the city's high-end shopping street. It's filled with beautiful shops and numerous restaurants, cafes, and bars for all budgets.

  • 11:00AM: Rheinturm
    20 minutes (3.2 km) by bus from Königsallee

    The Rheinturm tower is one of Düsseldorf’s main landmarks, providing great views of the city. It also holds a restaurant and bar at 170 meters, one of the city’s main culinary highlights.

  • 1:00PM: Altstadt
    20 minutes (2.5 km) walking distance from Rheinturm

    Düsseldorf's Altstadt is a historic neighbourhood known for its bustling nightlife, breweries and great food scene. Expect small and cozy restaurants and bars tucked into the little alleyways.

  • 3:00PM: Kunsthalle Düsseldorf
    7 minutes (1 km) biking distance from Altstadt

    The Kunsthalle Düsseldorf showcases modern and contemporary art in various forms, including paintings and sculptures. Exhibitions change frequently and often entail art created by Düsseldorf students.

  • 5:00PM: MedienHafen
    10 minutes (1.4 km) biking distance from Kunsthalle Düsseldorf

    A vibrant neighbourhood rich with modern architecture and beautiful harbour views. Spend the afternoon strolling along the promenade, admiring the buildings, or sipping a drink at one of the trendy bars or cafes.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Königsallee (2 hours, free)
  • Rheinturm (2 hours, €8)
  • Altstadt (2 hours, €$-$$)
  • Kunsthalle Düsseldorf (2 hours, €8-12)
  • Medienhafen (2 hours, €$-$$)
  • Total Estimated Costs: €20-38 per person

Transportation

Travellers can bike, walk, take town cars or use public transportation depending on their budget and preference. A one-day unlimited ride on a public transportation pass costs €7. Travel time between attractions is relatively short, but public transportation is generally the quickest and most cost-effective option.

Useful Tips

If you have less time, consider skipping the Rheinturm or Kunsthalle Düsseldorf. If you have more time, you can stroll along the Rhine or visit one of the city's many nearby castles. We recommend getting an early morning start to fit as much activity as possible into your day.

Airports

Düsseldorf International Airport (DUS) is located roughly 7km from the city center. A taxi costs around €30-40, while a one-way train ticket to the central station costs €2.90-3.60. Another option is to take the Airport Express bus for €9.50-11.00. Alternatively, Weeze Airport (NRN) is a smaller airport located roughly 60km from Düsseldorf.

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