Title: 10 TOP Things to Do in North Rhine-Westphalia January 2026 | Expedia.ca # What to do in North Rhine-Westphalia ## Activities, attractions and tours ## Visit North Rhine-Westphalia Types of activities Where to stay [North Rhine-Westphalia travel guide](https://expedia.ca/North-Rhine-Westphalia.dx180571) ![Dortmund](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/221000/221253-North-Rhine-Westphalia.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![North Rhine-Westphalia](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/503000/503660-innenstadt-cologne.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![North Rhine-Westphalia](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/503000/503751-north-rhine-westphalia.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Bonn showing night scenes](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/221000/221181-North-Rhine-Westphalia.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Zollverein Coal Mine World Heritage Site](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/221000/221240-North-Rhine-Westphalia.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) --- - ![find price illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__find_price.svg) ### Explore activities Explore thousands of experiences from activities and attractions to day tours and transfer. - ![calendar shield illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__calendar_shield.svg) ### Book with ease Skip the line- book tickets online in minutes to top attractions with free cancellation on many activities. - ![trophy illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__trophy.svg) ### Treat yourself Members save % or more when you book activities. --- ## What to do in North Rhine-Westphalia --- ### Discover the most popular places to visit in North Rhine-Westphalia ![Cologne Cathedral](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/221000/221344-Cologne.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Cologne Cathedral Marvel at the Gothic architecture and the shrine of the three wise men at one of the largest churches in the world. [](https://expedia.ca/Cologne-Cathedral-Old-Town-Cologne.d6073475.Vacation-Attraction) ![Messe Düsseldorf](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/273820982b8bc6651d4bc4825532ec8d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Messe Düsseldorf Learn about the events happening at Messe Düsseldorf during your trip to Düsseldorf. While you're in the area, find time to visit its shops. [](https://expedia.ca/Messe-Dusseldorf-Stockum.d6204860.Vacation-Attraction) ![LANXESS Arena](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/50fec6b054009c13624f7c143487cb19.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### LANXESS Arena Catch an event at LANXESS Arena during your trip to Cologne. Amble around this culturally rich area's riverfront or experience its fascinating museums. [](https://expedia.ca/LANXESS-Arena-Cologne.d6107352.Vacation-Attraction) ![Signal Iduna Park](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/90a6f6ef3d6713a66bbe30d7344af658.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Signal Iduna Park Catch an event at Signal Iduna Park during your trip to Dortmund. You can attend a sporting event while in the area. [](https://expedia.ca/Signal-Iduna-Park-Innenstadt-West.d6107358.Vacation-Attraction) ![Konigsallee which includes a river or creek, modern architecture and a city](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/222000/222529-K-Nigsallee.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Konigsallee Browse the luxury brands on display beside the picturesque canal and elegant bridges on one of Germany’s busiest upscale commercial avenues. [](https://expedia.ca/Konigsallee-Dusseldorf.d6171095.Vacation-Attraction) ![RheinEnergieStadion](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/6b437418125061a15f549f8791b682bb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### RheinEnergieStadion Catch an event at RheinEnergieStadion during your trip to Cologne. Stroll along the riverfront in this culturally rich area, or check out its local chocolate shops. [](https://expedia.ca/RheinEnergieStadion-Lindenthal.d507985.Vacation-Attraction) #### Phantasialand Enjoy the exciting rides at Phantasialand and see why this is a popular amusement park in Bruehl. Discover the fascinating museums in this walkable area, or seek out the local tours. [](https://expedia.ca/Phantasialand-Rhein-Erft-Kreis.d6073505.Vacation-Attraction) #### Starlight Express Theater Get tickets for a show at Starlight Express Theater, a theater with a story to tell in Ruhrstadion. Experience the area's theater scene and museums. [](https://expedia.ca/Starlight-Express-Theater-North-Rhine-Westphalia.d6303364.Vacation-Attraction) #### Cologne Trade Fair Grounds Learn about the events happening at Cologne Trade Fair Grounds during your trip to Cologne. Stroll along the riverfront or visit the stunning cathedral in this culturally rich area. [](https://expedia.ca/Cologne-Trade-Fair-Grounds-Cologne.d6073493.Vacation-Attraction) ### Explore areas of North Rhine-Westphalia ![Dusseldorf](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/221000/221397-Dusseldorf.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Stadtmitte 4/5(14 area reviews) Travelers choose Stadtmitte for its ample dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Schadowstraße Tram Stop or Jacobistraße Tram Stop and check out top sights like German Opera at River Rhein. [](https://expedia.ca/Dusseldorf-Stadtmitte.dx6053547) ![Rheinau Harbour](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/221000/221909-Rheinau-Harbour.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Innenstadt Central to Cologne, Innenstadt boasts historic old town charm, Gründerzeit era new town, and Deutz quarter. Explore landmarks like Cologne Cathedral, romanesque churches, and KölnTurm, while enjoying easy access to train stations and the Cologne Ring. [](https://expedia.ca/Cologne-Innenstadt.dx6284020) ![Kolumba-Diocesan Museum](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/222000/222325-Kolumba-Diocesan-Museum.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Old Town Cologne Known for its stunning cathedral, stunning river views, and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Old Town Cologne. Top attractions like Cologne Cathedral and Hohe Strasse are major draws. Catch the metro at Heumarkt U-Bahn or Neumarkt U-Bahn to see more of the city. [](https://expedia.ca/Cologne-Old-Town-Cologne.dx6264313) ![Cologne Cathedral](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/221000/221344-Cologne.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Altstadt-Nord 4.5/5(71 area reviews) Known for its stunning cathedral and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Altstadt-Nord. Check out top attractions like Cologne Cathedral and Cologne City Museum, and jump on the metro at Appellhofplatz Breite Strasse U-Bahn or Heumarkt U-Bahn to see more of the city. [](https://expedia.ca/Cologne-Altstadt-Nord.dx6264312) ![Default Image](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/503000/503723-stadtbezirke-01.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Düsseldorf Old Town 5/5(4 area reviews) Try the Old Beer at one of the many pubs, stroll along the riverside and visit the range of museums in Duesseldorf’s historic nucleus. [](https://expedia.ca/Dusseldorf-Dusseldorf-Old-Town.dx504285) ![Default Image](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/222000/222516-Rheinboulevard-Cologne.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Deutz 5/5(5 area reviews) Part of central Cologne, Deutz serves as a business center and transportation hub, boasting the Köln Messe/Deutz station. Enjoy picturesque views of the old town from the river embankment and explore nearby Rheinpark. [](https://expedia.ca/Cologne-Deutz.dx6003667) --- Looking for fun things to do nearby? Check [things to do near me](https://www.expedia.ca/things-to-do-near-me) to find and book the best things to do, fun activities, and top attractions wherever you happen to be. --- ## Day trip destinations from North Rhine-Westphalia ![Hohenzollern Bridge which includes night scenes, a church or cathedral and a river or creek](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/221000/221197-North-Rhine-Westphalia.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Cologne ![Muenster showing outdoor eating and heritage elements as well as a small group of people](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/262000/262125-Ruhr-Region.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Münster ![Paderborn featuring street scenes as well as a small group of people](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/262000/262062-Paderborn.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Paderborn ![Solingen](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/f14600670a84ef656ce1a3d0ed858b89.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Solingen ![Wuppertal](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/32000/32335-Wuppertal.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Wuppertal ![Xanten](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/1/fb34f79577c510a9ca755ad2a05e1276.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) ### Xanten ![Photo "Bad Lippspringe" by Tsungam (CC BY-SA) / Cropped from original](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/3/ef0fc269cdf7b3e157f36f8d89ed24c4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) [Photo](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0) by [Tsungam](//commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/User:Tsungam) ([CC BY-SA](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/4.0)) ### Bad Lippspringe ![Photo "Bad Sassendorf" by giggel (CC BY) / Cropped from original](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/3/2055957c8cd08a3ca7805eb2c7cbb3be.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium) [Photo](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0) by [giggel](https://www.panoramio.com/user/1368505?with_photo_id=15283719) ([CC BY](https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0)) ### Bad Sassendorf ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels and earn double points when you book on the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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