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8 Days in Düsseldorf and Berlin: Exploring German Culture and History

Deniz Ayaz

Deniz Ayaz

13 Jan 2024

Embark on an unforgettable journey through Düsseldorf and Berlin, immersing yourself in the rich German culture and history. Discover iconic landmarks, visit world-class museums, and wander through beautiful gardens. Join me as I explore the best of these vibrant cities!

Trip to Düsseldorf

Day 1Classic Cars and Serene Gardens
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$19

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$ 10

Classic Remise Düsseldorf
Events venue in a converted warehouse housing classic cars, shops & a restaurant with a beer garden.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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$19
22 - 27 min

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Hofgarten
Lush green space with meadows & formal flowerbeds, plus a pond, bandstand & Henry Moore sculpture.
10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
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Free
Day 2A Royal Retreat at Schloss Benrath
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$23

Schloss Benrath
Striking 1700s residence with original interiors, a lake & ornate gardens, plus a museum & events.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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$23
Day 3Panoramic Views and Tranquil Oasis
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$38

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$ 10

Rhine Tower
An observation deck & revolving restaurant on top of a soaring futuristic tower, with city views.
8:00 AM - 9:30 AM
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$38
15 - 18 min

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Japanese Garden
Tranquil gardens designed by landscape architect Iwakii Ishiguro with fish ponds & water features.
10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
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Free
Day 4Artistic Treasures and Fascinating Aquatic Life
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$68

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$ 10

Museum Kunstpalast
Large art museum for modern & fine art masterpieces, including works by Rubens & decorative arts.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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$38
12 - 15 min

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Aquazoo Löbbecke Museum Dusseldorf
This museum offers themed rooms depicting the evolution of biodiversity, with a range of animals.
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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$30

Budget breakdown: $349 In total

Activities & Food:$290
Transport:$59

Trip to Berlin

Day 1Classic Cars and Serene Gardens
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$53

Pergamonmuseum
Museum complex housing ancient Roman & Greek art collections, plus Babylonian & Persian antiquities.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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$53
Day 2A Royal Retreat at Schloss Benrath
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$34

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$ 10

Berlin Wall Memorial
Commemorative stretch of the historic divide with a preserved section of original wall & memorial.
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
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Free
12 - 15 min

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Berlin Cathedral
Majestic 1800s cathedral with an organ with 7,269 pipes, plus royal tombs & a dome for city views.
9:30 AM - 11:00 AM
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$34
Day 3Panoramic Views and Tranquil Oasis
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$57

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$ 10

Brandenburg Gate
Restored 18th-century gate & landmark with 12 Doric columns topped by a classical goddess statue.
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
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Free
7 - 9 min

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Checkpoint Charlie
Landmark boundary marking east & west Berlin with a white sentry guard house & cobbled border line.
9:30 AM - 10:30 AM
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$57
Day 4Artistic Treasures and Fascinating Aquatic Life
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$0

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$ 10

Alexanderplatz
Historic meeting and market place rebuilt post-war with modern buildings and 365-meter TV tower.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
6 - 8 min

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East Side Gallery
Conserved graffiti project by 118 artists covering part of the Berlin Wall & celebrating its demise.
10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
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Free

Budget breakdown: $349 In total

Activities & Food:$290
Transport:$59