10 Best Things to Do for Couples in Dusseldorf

The Rheinturm is an iconic and historic tower with a viewpoint, bar and lounge, and revolving restaurant that offers spectacular, ever-changing views of the city for miles around. The tower rises over 240 meters into the sky and dominates the skyscape of the city centre. At just over halfway to the top, the Günnewig Restaurant Top 180 offers a romantic meal with an amazing menu and a panoramic view from 172.5 meters in the air.

The restaurant takes an hour to make a full rotation, so you’ll get a relaxing view of the city for miles around without getting dizzy. It also means that no matter where you sit, you’ll get a great view.

Schloss Benrath is a historic mansion offering gorgeous baroque-style architecture and museums within that showcase hundreds of years' worth of historic artifacts. This ornate 18th-century building is bright pink in color and houses 2 museums. The 1st is the Museum of European Garden Art, and the 2nd is the city’s Museum of Natural History. You’ll get to see sculptures, paintings and historic artifacts that make you feel like you're walking back in time.

Outside, you’ll find a 61-hectare formal English garden with ponds, herb gardens, flowerbeds and shaded walkways lined with towering trees, just the spot for a quiet walk hand in hand. The museum is an easy jaunt about 20 minutes southeast of the city centre.

Rhine River cruises allow you to see the city in a different way as you enjoy an elegant riverboat trip down one of the world’s most famed waterways. Each cruise is different and unique. Some are group cruises offering live entertainment and fine dining on a large ship. Others involve you and your partner renting a small sailboat for an evening’s trip with just the 2 of you and a boat operator. You will likely discover things about the city you didn’t know thanks to a knowledgeable guide, whichever trip you choose.

Add some champagne and music to the mix and it’s an ideal recipe for romance. Just pick your trip and set out from the city centre.

The View Skylounge & Bar at Innside Hotel is a rooftop bar with elegant terrace dining, craft cocktails made by experienced mixologists and great city views. The restaurant rises 60 meters above the harbor in the heart of the city centre and combines spectacular panoramic views with luxurious meals crafted by executive chef Markus Streiber. The menu is traditional German cuisine combined with an exquisitely cultivated wine list that’s built to pair with the culinary delights of the menu.

If you’re a novice at wine and food pairing, the staff will be happy to help you make the right choice, or you can go with a delicious craft cocktail. It’s all served up in an elegant and modern environment.

Schloss Dyck is a historic castle and park with lots of serene green space to take a walk back in time or just escape from the hustle and bustle. As you approach the castle about 26 minutes southwest of the city centre, the first impression is of an elegant classical painting and the sense of a romantic summer day. The castle dates to the 11th century and features a moat, towers and hectares of rolling landscape to stroll, or you can sit along the waterfront. The moat is even frequented by ducks.

Inside, a museum offers a look at the historic legacy of the castle with ancient artifacts that allow you to see what life looked like in the Middle Ages.

A couple’s spa treatment is a wonderful way to unwind after a day of hiking and exploration, or to gear up for the night’s passion and romance with pampered elegance. Most fine hotels and resorts have some sort of spa facility. Some include a simple pool and Jacuzzi-style hot tub, while others offer hot stone massages, saunas and fitness facilities. Whatever your desire to get treated like royalty in the lap of luxury, you’ll likely find it here in Dusseldorf.

Even better, many of these relaxation and spa facilities do not require you to have a membership or be a guest of the hotel. You can just locate one anywhere in town, book an appointment and go.

Rheinuferpromenade is a beautiful waterfront urban park and walkway where you can enjoy a relaxing stroll hand in hand, take in a public event or go shopping and dining. The Rhine is Dusseldorf’s lifeline, and the promenade offers a look at the liveliest, most exciting area of the city centre. Whether you’re in it for a lazy stroll, sitting on the steps watching boats go by, catching a glorious sunset or taking advantage of the many restaurants and cafes in the area, you’ll find it here.

You can spend the afternoon shopping the many boutiques and indie shops in the area. This is also home to a spot called the Longest Bar in the World, which is a nightlife destination.

The Paris Club at 25hours Hotel is a rooftop bar and restaurant offering fantastic views of the city for miles around, combined with outstanding craft cocktails and a superb menu. This restaurant resides on the 16th and 17th floors of the hotel and celebrates French flair in an elegant and laid-back style paired with spectacular city views. The menu is almost entirely sourced from products in France, so it’s all completely authentic.

Everything is pure French, from the decor and ambience to the small-plate foods that invite you to sample many dishes in a refined setting. It’s an inviting way to catch romantic views and enjoy authentic French cuisine with all the romance of Paris.

EKŌ-Haus der Japanischen Kultur offers the chance to visit an authentic Buddhist temple and elegantly tended Japanese garden in the heart of Dusseldorf for a unique romantic getaway. If a new and exotic culture is exciting, a date here is sure to thrill you. It’s located right in the heart of the city centre and offers both guided tours and self-guided entry to walk the hectares of walkways and pedestrian bridges where you can just relax and reconnect with the world.

The spot is always peaceful and never seems crowded unless hosting a cultural event. If you’re looking for a spot to just be together surrounded by fairy-tale landscaping and truly exotic environs, this is it.

Roncalli’s Apollo Variety Theater has for decades offered a wide range of live entertainment from plays to stand-up comedy and music all at once. The theater opened in 1997 and showcases a variety of acts with acrobatics, artistry, song, dance, music and comedy. The show changes quarterly and can be complemented by a full 3-course dinner. The vaudeville-style show is housed in a spectacular glass cube under the Rheinkniebrücke, designed by famed architects Benedikt Stahl, Niklaus Fritschi and Günter Baum, who also designed the waterfront promenade along the Rhine.

This is a thrilling and old-fashioned night of circus-style entertainment and fine dining. It’s in the heart of the city centre on the banks of the Rhine.