# Essential Düsseldorf Travel Guide: What to See & Do **Düsseldorf Travel Guide: Altbier, Art and Rhine Culture** Düsseldorf is a lively city on the Rhine where medieval history, modern design and international culture come together in a compact urban setting. Once a small settlement near the Düssel River, it became the capital of North Rhine-Westphalia after the Battle of Worringen in 1288. Traces of the city’s past can still be found around Burgplatz, St. Lambertus Church and the Old Town. Here, historic buildings stand alongside busy cafés, traditional breweries and lively streets. ## Explore Düsseldorf’s Old Town and Altbier Culture Düsseldorf’s most distinctive tradition is **Altbier**, a copper-dark, top-fermented beer served throughout the Altstadt. With its high concentration of traditional brewpubs, the Old Town is often described as one of the world’s longest bars. Breweries including **Uerige, Schlüssel, Füchschen and Schumacher** preserve a drinking culture that is closely connected to the city’s identity. For many visitors, exploring the Altstadt is an essential part of experiencing Düsseldorf. ## Enjoy the Rhine and MedienHafen The Rhine plays a central role in Düsseldorf’s atmosphere and everyday life. The **Rheinuferpromenade** is a popular setting for relaxed walks, riverside views and outdoor socializing. It also links the historic city center with the futuristic architecture of **MedienHafen**. The riverfront offers a natural way to experience the contrast between Düsseldorf’s historic heritage and its modern, creative side. ## Discover Königsallee and Düsseldorf’s Green Spaces Düsseldorf also combines urban elegance with accessible green areas. **Königsallee** is known for its grand boulevards and canals, while the **Hofgarten**, **Nordpark with its Japanese garden**, and **Südpark** provide calmer spaces away from the city’s busier streets. Together, these areas give Düsseldorf a varied cityscape shaped by shopping, architecture, gardens and public spaces. ## Experience Japanese Culture and Local Neighborhoods Düsseldorf is one of Europe’s major Japanese cultural centers. This influence can be seen in the city’s restaurants, shops and springtime cherry blossoms. Neighborhoods such as **Bilk** and **Unterbilk** offer a more local atmosphere, with independent cafés, international food and relaxed streets. They add another layer to the city beyond its historic center and best-known attractions. ## Things to Do in Düsseldorf For travelers researching things to do in Düsseldorf, the city offers much more than shopping and beer. Its heritage, creative architecture, gardens, Japanese cultural influences and Rhine-side lifestyle come together in a distinctive urban experience. ## Things to do in Düsseldorf 3 places in Düsseldorf with a Neywo audio guide. Each one starts telling its story as you reach it. - Burgplatz (Castle Square) — square - Classic Remise — landmark - Königsallee (King's Alley) — shopping street ## Walk Düsseldorf with Neywo Neywo turns Düsseldorf into a self-guided audio tour. 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