Attractions, Art, and Culture in the State Capital
The residents of the second-largest city North Rhine-Westphalia on the Rhine are known for their humor, hospitality, and serenity. And the pride in the metropolis has many reasons. Düsseldorf is home to the country's third-largest inland port, a large international airport, and plenty of attractions. When you book a vacation home or apartment for a romantic getaway in the Düsseldorf region, an impressive culinary richness awaits you. This is evident in the various city districts in different ways during your stay. The beautiful promenade on the Rhine, numerous museums and theaters, a vibrant art scene, and of course the quaint pubs ensure a successful variety. Something very special is the Art Collection North Rhine-Westphalia: Here, you can admire works by famous painters like Joseph Beuys or Pablo Picasso and by modern artists. The Rhine promenade shapes the cityscape and invites you to admire the passing container ships from its many cafes. But also the many bridges, castles, and churches stand out from the otherwise dynamic and modern city. In the old town, there are various heritage-listed buildings. But also the district of Kaiserwerth has a historic center, where the oldest building in Düsseldorf is located. Undoubtedly, a stroll along the famous Königsallee is a must during a vacation in an apartment or private vacation home. Here, shops of international fashion labels create an exclusive flair. Rent accommodation now, including a cozy apartment, house, or vacation home in the city center with a balcony, Wi-Fi, terrace, kitchen, and exactly to your personal wishes, and explore the surroundings on the Rhine and Königsallee with your family.
Plenty of Leisure Activities for the Whole Family
Since many entertainment options cater to children of all ages, an apartment with a view of the downtown or a private family vacation home is perfect for a city trip to Düsseldorf. Green spaces, numerous amusement parks, age-appropriate museum offerings, and the Zoological Garden ensure there's no room for boredom. River cruises on the Rhine are very popular. Here you can choose between longer tours and short round trips. How about a visit to the Neanderthal Museum? In this exciting museum, built in 1996, you can learn all about the prehistory of humanity. The Grugapark in Essen is one of the nation's most beautiful and largest park facilities, with numerous animals from around the world, glowing flower carpets, and exotic as well as native plants. Children will have a great time here. The Aquazoo-Löbbecke Museum is a combination of a zoological facility and a natural history museum. Located in Düsseldorf's Nordpark, the facility is one of the city's most popular destinations. A special experience is the Jever Ski Hall in Neuss, where you can ski with your kids all year round. Attention, shopping lovers! The Königsallee, affectionately known as “KÖ,” is a stimulating shopping paradise and exciting nightlife strip all in one. While you're there, you can also cross the city moat (also known as Kö-Graben), a body of water in Düsseldorf city center that divides Königsallee into two sides. Those who enjoy strolling should definitely walk along the Rhine promenade!
Hearty Culinary Delights
When you rent a private apartment or vacation home, a plethora of culinary delights await you. The charming old town is lined with restaurants and pubs. In establishments like “Brauerei im Füchsen” and “Zum Schiffchen,” you will be treated to hearty dishes and beer from steins in a traditional ambiance. In the evening, the bars and venues on the supposedly “longest bar in the world” provide entertainment. All Düsseldorf residents share a fondness for Altbier. Düsseldorf produces 65 tons of mustard each year, making the city the mustard capital of Germany. This mustard is often enjoyed with a bratwurst in bread. Rheinische apple butter and sugar beet syrup also trigger culinary delights. Only beets from the region are allowed for their production. The blood sausage Flönz unites the rival cities of Düsseldorf and Cologne in culinary tradition. This sausage is particularly popular during the carnival season.
Easily Accessible by All Means of Transport
You can conveniently and quickly reach your accommodation, house, apartment, or private vacation home in the city center or in the Düsseldorf region by car, public transport, or airplane. Trains from the airport to the main train station run every 20 minutes. Of course, you can also reach your accommodation by taxi. While subways and buses mainly operate in the city center, S-Bahn lines connect the outer districts. Additionally, Düsseldorf has excellent bike paths, and the distances between major attractions are not very large. Since Düsseldorf is located in the heart of one of Europe's densest motorway networks, you can reach your private vacation home via highways from all directions. The main train station is also on one of the busiest railway lines in Germany, with more than 300 trains stopping daily. If you want to take a side trip to Cologne, you can reach the city in about 30 minutes. If you prefer to travel by long-distance bus, you will generally arrive at the bus station, which is located right next to the main train station. Book your vacation accommodation now, including a cozy apartment, house, or apartment with a kitchen, Wi-Fi, balcony, and terrace, and enjoy a varied, personal vacation with your family in the city center.