Suedviertel Travel Guide
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Visit Suedviertel
Popular places to visit

Folkwang Museum
Photography, modern art and German posters are among the themes in this museum, which combines three major collections into one wide-ranging survey.

Aalto-Musiktheater
Enjoy a night of opera or ballet in this landmark theater that incorporates contemporary architecture and state-of-the-art acoustics into its design.

Stadtgarten
Modern and innovative works of art and a pair of playgrounds grace the grassy patches of the largest and oldest park in central Essen.
Top hotels in Suedviertel

Sheraton Duesseldorf Airport Hotel
It was a beautiful room with a great bed. The atmosphere was very clean and modern. The bathroom and toiletries were nice. I ordered room service and it was excellent!
Reviewed on 20 Oct 2025

Maritim Hotel Düsseldorf
Very clean and comfortably furnished room. Gorgeous lobby, helpful and courteous receptionist. The restaurant offered a great atmosphere and a wonderful menu. Breakfast buffet was out of this world!!! International departure was within walking distance, max. 5 min. All in all, a wonderful experience. ...
Reviewed on 3 Nov 2025

H2 Hotel Düsseldorf Seestern
Good for four adults. About 3 minutes walk to U77 tram which takes you straight to the central station.
Reviewed on 28 Oct 2025

Holiday Inn Express Düsseldorf – Hauptbahnhof by IHG
Nice hotel & location
Reviewed on 2 Nov 2025

Adina Apartment Hotel Dusseldorf
This location is excellent. The hotel is very clean. The rate was excellent.
Reviewed on 24 Oct 2025

Leonardo Royal Hotel Düsseldorf Königsallee
Ok
Reviewed on 30 Oct 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Suedviertel
Südostviertel
While Südostviertel isn't home to many top sights, Philharmonie Essen and International Christmas Market Essen are some notable places to visit nearby.

Stadtkern
Noted for its shopping and bars, there's plenty to explore in Stadtkern. Top attractions like Philharmonie Essen and International Christmas Market Essen are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Hirschlandplatz U-Bahn or Berliner Platz U-Bahn to see more of the city.

Stadtbezirke I
While you're in Stadtbezirke I, take in top sights like Philharmonie Essen or Folkwang Museum, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Hirschlandplatz U-Bahn or Berliner Platz U-Bahn.

Ruettenscheid
Ruettenscheid is well liked for its bars and museums. If you're hoping to get in some sightseeing, Grugahalle and Grugapark Botanical Garden are top spots, and you can jump on the metro at Messe Ost-Gruga-Halle U-Bahn or Martinstrasse U-Bahn to get around.

Holsterhausen
When in Holsterhausen and the surrounding area, you'll want to check out sights like Folkwang Museum or Grugahalle and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Hobeisenbruecke U-Bahn or Holsterhauser Platz U-Bahn.

Stadtbezirke II
If you're spending time in Stadtbezirke II, check out sights like Grugahalle or Grugapark Botanical Garden and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Essen Stadtwald S-Bahn or Martinstrasse U-Bahn.

