Düsseldorf

Adriana Ristorante - Pizza, Pasta, Antipasto

Italian cuisine, budget prices and superb quality. Reservation recommended.

Alter Hafen

Neither a haven nor actually old, the Alter Hafen occupies the area that was once the haven of the fortress of Düsseldorf. Today it is not connected to the Rhine, nor is it actually deep enough (there is a parking garage and tunnel underneath) to serve as a haven, and is surrounded by buildings constructed after the Second World War, but it is still a very nice area for a stroll.

Benrath Palace and Park

The Corps de Logis is the central building of the three-wing maison de plaisance, which was erected for the Palatine Elector Carl Theodor by his garden and building director Nicolas de Pigage. Construction was completed in 1770: it is a complete work of art that unites architecture and nature in one overlapping concept, and is rated as one of the most beautiful palaces of the rococo epoch. The park beside the Palace is enormous, nearly 62,000 m². Take the U71 or the U83 tram towards Benrath, exit Schloss-Benrath. You can also take the S6 towards Cologne, exit Benrath, then walk about 200 m east.

Birthplace of Heinrich Heine

Heine (1797-1856) was a poet and author and perhaps the most famed Düsseldorfer in German history

Brauerei im Füchschen

A traditional brewery restaurant in the old town serving their own beer. Here you can try the local specialty Sauerbraten; vinegar marinated beef with red cabbage.

Breuninger

The Stuttgart-based upscale department store chain has opened their North-Rhein outpost in 2014 in the new Kö-Bogen complex at the north end of the Königsallee. The store is filled with a collection of luxury goods, mainly apparel and accessories, from Germany, Europe and the world. Inside you can also find a premium restaurant operated in a co-branding agreement with the famous Sansibar from Sylt.

Mon-Sat 10:00-20:00

Burgplatz

Castle Square

At the old town limits next to Rhine. Here was the erstwhile castle of the Earls of Berg, the later duke of Jülich-Kleve-Berg. The castle was later reconstructed as a baroque palace, which burned down in 1872. In 1888 the ruins were removed completely, and only a tower was left. Today the tower houses an inland navigation museum. The coffee-shop in the towers top offers a grand view onto the Rhine and the ships passing by. The square won an award as one of the nicest squares in Germany after World War II.

Carlsplatz

The Carlsplatz is the centre of Carlstadt and houses the city's only permanent weekday market, featuring savory food, sweets, flowers as well as popular artworks

Cartwheelers' Fountain

Radschlägerbrunnen

Radschläger wolle mer blieve, wie jeck et de Mensche och drieve (local dialect: "we will stay cartwheelers, however crazy the world might be") is the legend of the fountain. It is under some wonderful old plane trees. The cartwheeler is a popular symbol within Düsseldorf and cartwheeling an old tradition. According to legend, after winning the War of Worringen, the Earl of Berg said to the boys waiting for their fathers, “Show me that you're happy about your fathers' return”, and they began cartwheeling. Even today this tradition is continued by annual competitions.

Casita Mexicana

Small chain with very high quality. Eat-in or take-away, but consider reserving a table if eating in, especially in Bilk location.

Mon-Thu 12:00-23:00, Fri 12:00-24:00, Sat 13:00-24:00, Sun 13:00-23:00·€10 (Jan 2020)

City Monument

Stadterhebungsmonument

An artwork of Bert Gerresheim, donated by the society “Düsseldorfer Jonges” on occasion of the 700th anniversary of the foundation of the town. It is a kaleidoscope of local history, starting on left side with the cruel battle of Worringen, the signing of foundation documents by the earl of Berg in the middle and several scenes on right side including 4 popes. Among them we see Nikolaus IV raising St. Lambertus Church to a canon monastery. A market scene is shown, but also trade goods of Düsseldorf. The monument is full of symbols. You should go nearby and take account of details. You also should go some steps back. Mind the men following the apocalyptic horse riders on the left side. Their arms form the number 1288, the year of the battle of Worringen. During the battle, the Earl of Berg, Adolf V, fought against the Archbishop of Cologne, Sigfried of Westerburg. The citizens of Düsseldorf and the citizens of Cologne united in backing Adolf V (ironically in view of their future rivalry). The battle ended with the victory of the earl and the citizens.

EKO-Haus

The house of Japanese culture in the quarter of Niederkassel on the left bank of the Rhein. It was Europe’s first Buddhist temple, and it is surrounded by several buildings like a kindergarten and a library. The garden is styled like a Japanese garden. There are guided tours, but if you respect the dignity of the location they will not prevent you from stepping in without a guide during daytime.

Ess-Klasse

Fresh home made food Fast, delicious and varied lunch menu. The stews and soups are recommended. The atmosphere is appropriate

Fortuna Düsseldorf

Fortuna were relegated in 2026 and now play soccer in 3. Liga, the third tier. The stadium (capacity 56,000) hosted matches during the 2024 UEFA Euro Finals.

Galeria Kaufhof

Karstadt's main competitor, Galeria Kaufhof, has a huge department store right across the street.

Getränkemarkt El Charip

You can find all the special types of beer and spirits from Düsseldorf at this store, which is one of the oldest owner-managed beverage markets in Düsseldorf.

Closed · opens 8:30 am tomorrow·€

Gießer-Junge

At the side of market square, in the shadow of Jan Wellem, stands the statue of the cast boy. They say that just before the cast of the Jan Wellem monument master Grupello realised that the amount of metal was not sufficient. This prompted the cast boy to ask the citizens for a donation of noble metal like silver forks or coins. He got so much that the cast could be finished very well. Out of thankfulness he got a statue too. The one you see today was designed by Willi Hoselmann and realised in 1932.

Jan Wellem

Reiterdenkmal

In front of the city hall is the monument of elector Johann Wilhelms II (1658-1716) on horseback. The citizens affectionately call him Jan Wellem. His monument is among the most important baroque equestrian sculptures north of the Alps. Because of his connections to European dynasties and by the powers invested in him he was a very important man. In co-operation with other electors he elected the German Emperor. He was a representative of a pompous baroque sovereign. In 1691 he married Anna Maria Luisa de‘ Medici (1667-1743). Jan Wellem died in 1716; his grave site is in St. Andreas-Church. Jan Wellem boosted the development of Düsseldorf, so the citizens still love him. The monument was realised by Gabriel Grupello in 1711.

K20 Kunstsammlung NRW

Kunstsammlung NRW has two buildings, K20 at Altstadt and K21 in Carlstadt. K20 has a great collection of 20th-century art, including Picasso, Klee, Richter, Kandinsky, and Warhol.

Tue-Fri 10:00-18:00, Sat Sun and holidays 11:00-18:00·€6.50, €10.00 K20+K21

K21 Kunstsammlung NRW

Kunstsammlung NRW has two buildings, K20 at Altstadt and K21 in Carlstadt. K21 houses a modern art collection after 1960s, mainly from local artists.

Tue-Fri 10:00-18:00, Sat Sun and holidays 11:00-18:00·€6.50, €10 K20+K21, free entrance on the first Wednesday of every month

Karstadt

The quintessential German department store selling anything from apparel to foodstuffs

Kaufhof an der Kö

Germany's largest department store chain has taken over the former Kaufhaus Tietz and turned it into a premium flagship for their chain

KÖ Galerie

The extensive shopping gallery fills up most the block between Steinstraße and Grünstraße, with multi-level indoor passages featuring exquisite boutiques, as well as a REWE supermarket and a selection of bars, cafes and restaurants.

Gallery open daily 07:00-23:00, hours vary across shops

Liefergasse 1

Just 100 meters from the bustling Altstadt, the Stiftsplatz offers a tranquil atmosphere. Walking along Lambertusstraße near the intersection with Liefergasse, look for the historic house at Liefergasse 1. Its well-preserved, ornate facade is considered one of the finest examples of traditional architecture in the old town.

Ludwigs Bier&Brot

The drinks and the food are very good and it has reasonable prices.

Löwensenf

Mustard

One of the most famous producers of German Mustard is situated in Düsseldorf. Moveover, a special mustard store, with a mustard tasting area, is based in the Düsseldorf-Altstadt (some fancy mustards are available at this place: for example "Altbier Mustard", "Chilli Mustard", "Strawberry Mustard", etc.)

Maxkirche

church of St.Maximillian

The late baroque church was built in the mid-17th century for the Franciscan convent and, after its dissolution in 1804, was renamed St. Maximillian as a nod towards the then-Elector to protect it from destruction. The church is renowned for its organ music and choir.

Mayersche Droste

At the corner of Königsallee and Schadowstraße, the six-level store of the Meyersche Buchhandlung (bookstore) chain will most likely be on your way at some point, filled with books, magazines, DVDs and other media. Worth visiting even for the views from the upper-level windows in all directions.

10:00-20:00, closed on Sundays

Medienhafen

Media Harbor

At the southern end of the Rhine promenade you will find the newest landmark of Düsseldorf, the so called Media Harbour. The former harbour was transformed into a quarter with restaurants, bars, coffee shops, discotheques and hotels. Its flair is based on the mixture of old and new. Protected buildings like depots, quay walls and industrial surroundings stand side by side with modern architecture. There are buildings constructed by Frank O. Gehry, Claude Vasconi or David Chipperfield. It is mainly the Gehry buildings that form the face of the quarter.

Mongos

All-you-can-eat Mongolian cuisine, with an enormous choice of unusual foods (i.e. zebra, crocodiles, emu, barracuda, etc.)