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Women’s Work and Afternoon Light in Bonn

Start your morning at the Frauenmuseum, then wander south to the historic Poppelsdorfer Schloss for a quiet lunch and a walk through the botanical gardens.

Best time: noneAbout 135 min

Timeline

  1. 14:00

    Frauenmuseum

    Arrive at the Frauenmuseum as it opens at 14:00 on a Tuesday. This is the quietest time to explore the exhibitions dedicated to women and their work before the afternoon crowds arrive.

  2. 14:45

    Mogul

    Walk two minutes south to Mogul for dinner. The Indian restaurant opens at 16:00 on Tuesdays, making it the perfect spot for an early evening meal. The food is highly rated and the owners are friendly.

  3. 16:15

    Poppelsdorfer Schloss and Botanical Gardens

    End your evening with a 28-minute walk south to the Poppelsdorfer Schloss and Botanical Gardens. The rococo palace and university grounds offer a serene place to reflect on the day’s visit.

Local tip

The Frauenmuseum is closed on Mondays. If you visit on a Tuesday, remember that Mogul is also closed, so you might prefer the vegetarian buffet at Cassius-Garten (14 min walk) or the Japanese sushi at Makiman (9 min walk) for your meal instead.

Check before you go

  • Frauenmuseum: Tue - Sat 14:00-18:00, Sun 11:00-18:00, closed on Mondays.
  • Mogul: Mo,We,Th 16:00-21:00; Fr-Su,PH 12:00-21:00; Tu off.
  • Cassius-Garten: Mon-Sat 11:00-20:00, closed on public holidays.
  • Makiman: Mo-Th 12:00-15:00,17:30-22:00; Fr,Sa 12:00-20:00; Su 16:00-21:30.

Worth knowing

  • Mogul is open at 14:45 only on Fr, Sa, Su

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