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Bonn Day: Museum, Gardens, and a Quiet Lunch

A calm afternoon exploring Bonn’s cultural heart and green spaces.

Best time: noneAbout 180 min

Timeline

  1. 11:00

    Rheinisches Landesmuseum

    Start at the Rheinisches Landesmuseum. It opens at 11:00, so you can enter as soon as it opens to beat the midday crowds. Spend an hour or so looking at the art and archeology exhibits.

  2. 12:15

    Cassius-Garten

    Walk six minutes to Cassius-Garten for lunch. This completely vegetarian, buffet-style restaurant is open from 11:00, so it will be ready for you. Try the soups for just €2 or fill up on their marked vegan meals.

  3. 12:45

    Botanischer Garten

    Stroll south for 13 minutes to the Botanischer Garten. Wander through the 6.5 hectares of open public gardens and arboretum. It is a peaceful spot to digest your lunch and enjoy the greenery.

Local tip

The Botanischer Garten is open to the public during the day. Check the museum website for any temporary exhibitions before you go, as they change frequently.

Check before you go

  • Rheinisches Landesmuseum is closed on Mondays. Open Tu-Su 11:00-18:00.
  • Cassius-Garten is closed on public holidays.
  • Botanischer Garten hours vary by season; check their website for current opening times.

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