Top attractions in Bonn
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The 7 things to see in Bonn
The lazy river Rhine sets the tone for a visit to Bonn. This relaxed city offers plenty to do throughout the day, while vibrant nightlife means you won't be bored after hours. Don't miss out with our tourism top 7.
1. Museum Koenig
Your sightseeing journey should start with Bonn's impressive museum of natural history. A great spot for animal lovers, enjoy permanent Blue Planet, Savannah and Arctic exhibits.
2. Poppelsdorf Palace
No German break is complete without a tour of a palace or schloss, and Bonn is no exception. Poppelsdorf offers manicured lawns and concerts in the summer. Parking can be tricky.
3. Rheinisches Museum
One of the oldest museums in Germany, this is the place for real relics, including Roman busts and a neanderthal skeleton. Admission is free and the museum is closed Mondays.
4. Kunstmuseum Bonn
Focusing on post-war German art and Renish Expressionism, this modern art mecca also offers eclectic short-term exhibitions, so check their site for highlights. Tickets are 7€.
5. Post Tower
This is the tallest and most iconic modern building in Bonn, designed by Helmut Jahn. It's particularly impressive lit up – located at the corner of Freizeit Park.
6. Beethoven-haus
Visit the birthplace of Bonn's most famous son, Ludvig van Beethoven. The museum contains instruments belonging to the composer, including his grand piano and many other artifacts.
7. Bonn Minister
Find peace at this, one of Germany's oldest churches. The Romanesque basilica is beautiful from the adjacent square, while inside they welcome visitors, particularly children.
Planning Your Visit
Where is Bonn and how to get there?
Bonn is in the far west of Germany. It's around 30km (half an hour by car or train) from Cologne, making it a great location for a day trip. Bonn is just under 80km from Düsseldorf (one hour by car) or around 150km from Frankfurt. It's around a 600km drive, five-hour train ride or one-hour flight from Berlin.
Where is the nearest airport and how do I get there?
Cologne Bonn Airport is located between Cologne and Bonn - Express City trains run regularly to both.
Good to know
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- Language
- German
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- Currency
- Euro (€)
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- Time Zone
- UTC (+01:00)
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- Country Code
- +49
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- Best time to visit
- Spring is a great time for a visit to Bonn, with low rainfall and humidity, mild temperatures and lots of sunlight.
Top Attractions in Bonn
- 1 Sudstadt
Things to Do in Bonn
Cities in Germany
- 1 Berlin
- 2 Munich
- 3 Hamburg
- 4 Dresden
- 5 Cologne
- 6 Potsdam
- 9 Bamberg
- 11 Leipzig
- 12 Freiburg
- 13 Bonn
- 14 Düsseldorf
- 15 List, Sylt
- 17 Oppenheim
- 19 Dinkelsbühl
- 20 Königswinter
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What people are saying about Bonn
In einer kleinen Gruppe haben wir die Kölner Südstadt kennengelernt. Auch bei Regen eine schöne Tour!
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