Over 40% of Düsseldorf is covered by parkland, and Hofgarten has served as a green lung by the Altstadt since 1769. It covers approximately 70 acres and includes a landscaped area with a pond and sculptures, as well as wilder meadows. duesseldorf.de
2 KUNSTHALLE
This art gallery has changing, experimental exhibitions, but on weekends its cafe also turns into an electronic music club called Salon des Amateurs — the band that pioneered the genre, Kraftwerk, were from Düsseldorf. kunsthalle-duesseldorf.desalondesamateurs.de
3 ZUM SCHLÜSSEL
This cult, centuries-old brewery is the two-time recipient of a European Beer Star award. Book a guided tour of the cellar to learn more about its altbier: it has a sweet aftertaste, with caramel notes and a light roasted aroma reminiscent of dark chocolate. zumschluessel.de