Family trip to Dusseldorf with children. Ideas on where to go with your child
Dusseldorf is one of Germany’s most attractive cities for family holidays. The most popular place for family recreation in the city is Wildpark Dusseldorf- a fabulously beautiful landscaped park, in the territory of which, there is a very lovely and unusual zoological garden. In this vast park, there are several spacious enclosures, in which raccoons, deer, wild boars, as well as other cute animals that are absolutely not afraid of people and happily come in contact with them live. On the territory of the park, there is a small museum devoted to natural science themes. Children will have the opportunity to learn a lot of interesting things about the animal world and feed the friendliest inhabitants of the park.
Dusseldorf is the richest city of Germany and a large business and commercial center of the country. The streets of the city are full with skyscrapers, office centers and banks. The left … Open
Dusseldorf is very popular among fans of gastronomic tourism. Its cozy and welcoming restaurants will surprise even big experts in cooking. Guests of Chanakya restaurant will be offered to … Open
In Düsseldorf, there are many interesting museums. It will be interesting to look into some of them even with children. An excellent option for a family holiday will be the Dusseldorf Film Museum - an original thematic museum dedicated to the art of cinema. During a tour of the museum, its visitors will be able to learn a lot of interesting things about how movies are made, see real acting props and even old cameras that were used in shooting the very first films. Children will be told about how animated films are shot, as well as introduced to the amazing art of Shadow Puppetry. All visitors to the museum will be able to watch how movies are shot. This original museum is not accidentally considered one of the most interesting in the city.
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City tours, excursions and tickets in Dusseldorf and surroundings
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Amusement parks near Dusseldorf
♥ Amusement park 'CentrO.Park' Oberhausen, 30.8 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Amusement park 'Schloss Beck' Bottrop, 45.5 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Amusement park 'Movie Park Germany' , 46.1 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Amusement park 'Phantasialand' Brühl, 47.7 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Amusement park 'Freizeitanlage Start und Ziel' Herne, 48 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Amusement park 'CentrO.Park' Oberhausen, 30.8 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Amusement park 'Schloss Beck' Bottrop, 45.5 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Amusement park 'Movie Park Germany' , 46.1 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Amusement park 'Phantasialand' Brühl, 47.7 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Amusement park 'Freizeitanlage Start und Ziel' Herne, 48 km from the center. On the map Photo
Water attractions around Dusseldorf
♥ Water park 'Aqualand' Cologne, North Rhine-Westphalia, 23.7 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Water park 'AquaMundo Center Parcs Erperheide' Peer, 89.4 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Water park 'Spa & Aquapark Turčianske Teplice' , 103.6 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Water park 'Aquaventura' Hellendoorn, 131.8 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Water park 'Aqualand' Cologne, North Rhine-Westphalia, 23.7 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Water park 'AquaMundo Center Parcs Erperheide' Peer, 89.4 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Water park 'Spa & Aquapark Turčianske Teplice' , 103.6 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Water park 'Aquaventura' Hellendoorn, 131.8 km from the center. On the map Photo
Aquariums in Dusseldorf and nearby
♥ Aquarium 'Sea Life Centre Oberhausen' , 31 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Aquarium 'Sea Life Centre Königswinter' , 67.7 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Aquarium 'Dubuisson Aquarium' , 106.3 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Aquarium 'Burgers Zoo' Arnhem, 106.4 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Aquarium 'Dolfinarium Harderwijk' , 149 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Aquarium 'Sea Life Centre Oberhausen' , 31 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Aquarium 'Sea Life Centre Königswinter' , 67.7 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Aquarium 'Dubuisson Aquarium' , 106.3 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Aquarium 'Burgers Zoo' Arnhem, 106.4 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Aquarium 'Dolfinarium Harderwijk' , 149 km from the center. On the map Photo
Zoos and gardens in/near Dusseldorf
♥ Zoo 'Castle Arcen' Arcen, 49.5 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Zoo 'GaiaPark Kerkrade Zoo' Kerkrade, 64.4 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Zoo 'Zoo Park Overloon' Overloon, 70.3 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Zoo 'Dierenrijk' Mierlo, 87 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Zoo 'Burgers Zoo' Arnhem, 106.4 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Zoo 'Castle Arcen' Arcen, 49.5 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Zoo 'GaiaPark Kerkrade Zoo' Kerkrade, 64.4 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Zoo 'Zoo Park Overloon' Overloon, 70.3 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Zoo 'Dierenrijk' Mierlo, 87 km from the center. On the map Photo
♥ Zoo 'Burgers Zoo' Arnhem, 106.4 km from the center. On the map Photo
Famous sights of Dusseldorf
Kolner Dom
From the series “The Most Iconic Temples in the World”
Check on the map: Distance from Dusseldorf center - 33.7 km.
The well-known architect Gerhard has worked at the Domprojekt. As the legend tells, the devil helped him. This was the only way to explain the construction of such a grand architectural project. Every day, more than 20,000 people visit the Cologne Cathedral, which is to be graced by its magnificent interiors and the golden sarcophagus with its main sanctuary. The latter is a real masterpiece of jeweler art. For the decoration of the sarcophagus thousands of precious stones were used. In the cathedral there are also other sanctuaries - the Gerokreuz and the Milan Madonna, a unique statue from the 13th century. All those who are interested can climb up the Domgipfel and enjoy the panorama of Cologne, for which only 509 steps have to be overcome. …
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Dom Cologne Cathedral
From the series “Gothic Architecture – Magnificent Monuments”
Check on the map: Distance from Dusseldorf center - 33.7 km.
A beautiful sculpture of the Milan Madonna is located in the cathedral. It is also considered an outstanding sculptural creation in the Gothic style. Many beautiful legends are associated with Cologne Cathedral. According to one of them, the devil helped the architect Gerhard make drawings of the unique facade. The architect's wife managed to outwit the devil and save her husband's soul from a terrible fate. Another legend says that the devil was so angry at the deception that he predicted the end of the world on the day when the cathedral will be completed. Perhaps this is why one of the most beautiful Gothic cathedrals in the world was never completed. …
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Children attractions (aquaparks, zoos, amusement parks) on the map of Dusseldorf
Guide to sightseeing and entertainment for children in Dusseldorf - parks, attractions, museums, zoos, water-parks. All fascinating and educational sites of Dusseldorf, which are must visit and see for your child. Find out the best discovery routes and places for kids (local theaters, exhibitions and museums), where you can spend quality time together. Dusseldorf for families with children.