Düsseldorf's hallmark is the upmarket Königsallee The old quarter has quaint passageways, old churches, traditional brewpubs, bars and restaurants and is also very much on the "must see" list. Düsseldorf's attractive riverside promenade runs alongside the old quarter to the Media Harbour, which world-class architects such as Frank Gehry have transformed into an architectural showcase.Historical old quarter
Düsseldorf's old quarter still has wonderful original cobbles over which Elector Jan Wellem is said have ridden in the 17th century. With its quaint passageways, old churches, traditional brewpubs, bars and restaurants, it is an absolute must for any visitor. It is also home of the "longest bar in the world" - around 260 traditional bars and cosy brewpubs.Benrath Palace
Elector Karl Theodor built the summer residence and hunting lodge to the south of Düsseldorf in the 18th century. The remarkable ensemble of palace and park forms an architectural synthesis of great cultural-historical importance. It is one of the leading examples of its kind."Axis of art" with the NRW art gallery
All of Düsseldorf's leading art institutions are lined up on a stretch just 800 metres long: Art Museum, Art Palace, Art Academy, Kunsthalle art gallery and art association and the North-Rhine Westphalia Art Gallery.