Suedviertel Travel Guide
Essen





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

Maritim Hotel Düsseldorf
The room was surprisingly big, comfortable, the details, the staff kind, the place nice I honestly did not expect to have such a good time and was even sad to leave so soon. It's become my new go to place for stopovers at DUS.
Reviewed on 14 May 2026

Holiday Inn Express Düsseldorf – Hauptbahnhof by IHG
No airport Shutle available
Reviewed on 23 Apr 2026

Premier Inn Düsseldorf City Friedrichstadt
Consequent upon a delayed flight into Duesseldorf we arrived at the this hotel at 2am.The night reception were very helpful in the extreme. We were quickly accommodated in a comfortable room. The day staff were equally good just a few hours later Breakfast was very good
Reviewed on 13 May 2026

Premier Inn Düsseldorf City Centre
Breakfast: I would not recommend having breakfast at the hotel. It's better to spend your money at a nearby cafe or restaurant for a more satisfying meal. Staff: The staff were polite and very helpful, which made my stay more pleasant. Cleanliness: While the room was cleaned well, the carpet was ...
Reviewed on 14 May 2026

Sheraton Duesseldorf Airport Hotel
Overall very nice but too expensive.
Reviewed on 8 May 2026

Holiday Inn - the niu, Tab Dusseldorf Main Station by IHG
The rooms are clean and modern. Staff are helpful and breakfast is great. However, there is no kettle or tea and coffee items in the rooms.
Reviewed on 12 May 2026
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 Limbecker Platz 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 Limbecker Platz, 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.

Ostviertel
You might appreciate the shopping and restaurants in Ostviertel, and if you're interested in seeing more of the area, Philharmonie Essen and Limbecker Platz are just a few notable stops.

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.
