Düsseldorf City Exploration Game Adventure

You’re looking for a fun way to explore the city at your own pace? Then, this city-exploration game is made for you! You’ll entertain all your group with interesting questions, while still teaching them fun facts about the city.
With this activity, you will be guided through the 11 following locations: Königsallee, Schauspielhaus, Ratinger Tor, St. Lambertus Church, Schlossturm, Schneider Wibbel Gasse, Heine House, Town Hall, Pegeluhr, Rhine Tower, and the Gehry Buildings.

Your mission (should you choose to accept it): Jackson Wilde, the famous city-explorer, needs your help… Help him solve quizzes to gather as many points as possible.

This activity is ideal for families or travelers who want to explore on their own.

Download the app on Android or iOS (or access it directly through your browser) to get access to a fun mission, multiple quizzes, as well as city guides about each monument.

So, are you ready to explore Düsseldorf?

Meeting Point

Königsallee

Königsallee, 40 Düsseldorf, Germany

Go to the first station (Königsallee) or start wherever you like.

What's included:

• City-discovery activity on your phone (Android & iOS apps, or on your browser)
• Quizzes and guides with info about each monument
• Available in: English, French, German & Spanish

Not included:

• A personal guide (this activity is accessible on your smartphone)
• This is not an audio tour
• Entrance tickets to monuments not included

What to expect:

Duration: between 2 hours and 3 hours

Dusseldorfer Schauspielhaus

Gustaf-Gruendgens-Platz 1, Innenstadt, Dusseldorf, 40211, North Rhine-Westphalia

Designed by the architect Bernhard Pfau, the Düsseldorfer Schauspielhaus is celebrated for its modernist architectural style.
It was built between 1965 and 1969 and is considered an important example of post-war German architecture.

15 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

Ratinger Tor

Ratinger Tor 1, Dusseldorf, 40213, North Rhine-Westphalia

The Ratinger Tor dates back to the Middle Ages, specifically the late 13th century.
It was originally part of the city's fortifications and served as one of the gateways through which people entered and exited Düsseldorf.

15 minutes

St. Lambertus Church

Stiftsplatz 7, Dusseldorf, 40213, North Rhine-Westphalia

The St. Lambertus Church dates back to the 13th century.
It stands as one of the oldest churches in Düsseldorf.

15 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

Schlossturm

Burgplatz, Dusseldorf, North Rhine-Westphalia

The Schlossturm is part of the former Düsseldorf Castle (Düsseldorfer Schloss), which was originally built in the 13th century as a fortress for the Counts of Berg.

15 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

Schneider-Wibbel-Gasse

Schneider-Wibbel-Gasse, 40213 Düsseldorf, Germany

Schneider Wibbel Gasse dates back to the medieval period and is one of the oldest streets in Düsseldorf's Altstadt.
The alley is named after Johann Peter Wibbel, who was portrayed as a witty and humorous tailor.

15 minutes

Heine Haus

Bolkerstraße 53, 40213 Düsseldorf, Germany

The Heine Haus is a historic building where the renowned German poet and writer Heinrich Heine (1797–1856) lived during his youth and early adulthood.
Heine is considered one of the most important German literary figures of the 19th century.

15 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

Old Town Hall

Dusseldorf, North Rhine-Westphalia

The Old Town Hall dates back to the 16th century, with parts of the building constructed in the Renaissance style.
It served as the seat of municipal government and administration for the city of Düsseldorf during much of its history.

15 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

Pegeluhr

Rathausufer, Rheinufertunnel, Dusseldorf, 40213, North Rhine-Westphalia

The Pegeluhr was originally installed in 1955 as a functional clock that displays the water level of the River Rhine in Düsseldorf.
It provides real-time information about the river's water level, which is crucial for monitoring flood risks and navigation.

15 minutes

Rheinturm

Stromstr. 20, , Dusseldorf, 40221, North Rhine-Westphalia

The Rheinturm is one of the tallest structures in Düsseldorf, standing at approximately 240 meters (787 feet) tall.
At night, the Rheinturm is illuminated by a light installation, which displays the current time.

15 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included

Gehry-Bauten

Am Handelshafen 30, Dusseldorf, 40221, North Rhine-Westphalia

Designed by the renowned architect Frank Gehry, the Gehry Bauten are known for their striking and unconventional architectural style.

15 minutes • Admission Ticket Not Included