Weekend getaway Düsseldorf
City trip to Düsseldorf with ICE International
- From € 20 one-way trip with ICE International
- Within 2.12 hours to the heart of Düsseldorf
- Travel quickly and in comfort
- Directly from Amsterdam
Quickly to the heart of Düsseldorf
Düsseldorf is probably not the first city you’ll think of when planning a city trip. For many, a weekend to Düsseldorf is therefore a voyage of discovery. For years, Düsseldorf has been among the most desirable cities in the world with respect to quality of life. This city has historic districts as well as districts with modern influences and a beautiful harbour and promenade besides the Rhine. A weekend Düsseldorf offers something for everyone.
Transportation
With the Welcome Card that is available in Düsseldorf, you can travel around the city for free with public transportation and you will get a lot of discount at different museums, tourist attractions and other leisure activities. Düsseldorf is located along the Rhine and you can discover the city per boat and see it from an entirely different perspective.
Cultural Düsseldorf
A majority of Düsseldorf’s historic heritage was lost during the war, but thanks to the way it was rebuilt, the city has regained much of its cosy, historic and classic look. The combination of historic and modern gives the city a certain diversity that cannot be found elsewhere. Visiting the Aldtstadt during your stay will give you an even better picture of this.
The Palace and Benrath Park
The same atmosphere can be found at the palace and park of Benrath in Düsseldorf as Versailles. Benrath Palace lies in the southern district of Düsseldorf that holds the same name and was built between 1756 and 1773 by Nicolas de Pigage. The palace is a true piece of art that combines art, landscape and nature. If you like art and historic buildings, then you will certainly want to visit this palace.
With a guide through the city
You can learn more of the city’s history and visit one of the many museums in Düsseldorf by taking a guided tour. For example, you could take a stroll through the trendy district Medienhafen, which is located besides the Rhine and is a stronghold of modern architecture and media. And if you want to go shopping you can visit the area surrounding of the King Allee.
Beer tasting Düsseldorf
Germany and beer are synonyms. A trip to Düsseldorf is therefore not complete if you haven’t tasted a Düsseldorfer Alt. Visit one of the many breweries in the old part of Düsseldorf and get acquainted with this dark, spicy type of beer.
Brauerei im Füchschen: Ratingerstraße 28
Hausbrauerei Zum Schlüssel: Bolkerstraße 41-47
Brauerei Schumacher: Oststraße 123
Brauerei Uerige: Berger Strasse 1
Tips to book cheap train tickets
Do you want to and can you book far in advance? Then choose the ticket with the lowest fare. The best rate for the price-conscious travellers.
General tips for getting the cheapest tickets
- Book as early as possibly to have the most chance of getting the cheapest tickets.
- Travelling in the evening is often cheaper.
- For a weekend getaway, travel Sat-Sun-Mon instead of Fri-Sat-Sun.
- Book online to avoid booking fee.
Weekend getaway Düsseldorf
Walking tours Düsseldorf
Feel like shopping in Düsseldorf? Then download the Düsseldorf shopping tour! More interested in architecture? Stroll through the Altstadt along the Rhine.
Christmas market in Düsseldorf
At Christmas time, Düsseldorf transforms into a wonderful village of illuminated houses and fragrant streets.
Zoo in Düsseldorf
Visit the aquarium or the zoo. Fun for young and old.
Hotels in Düsseldorf
Spend the night in the city centre, in a cheap hotel or in a special location. Read about it in our tips.
Tips Düsseldorf
We offer 10 tips for an unforgettable city break in Düsseldorf.
Shopping in Düsseldorf
We reveal the best shopping streets and department stores in Düsseldorf.
10 museums in Düsseldorf
Are you interested in art, culture or history? For you, we have listed the 10 best museums in Düsseldorf.
Restaurants in Düsseldorf
There are plenty of good restaurants in Düsseldorf. We have listed the best ones.
Düsseldorf Airport
To reach Düsseldorf Airport you can travel with ICE International to Düsseldorf Hauptbahnhof where you change trains.