Suedviertel
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
"Ideal location, clean and tidy"
Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026
Holiday Inn Express Düsseldorf – Hauptbahnhof by IHG
"no place to get any food nearby"
Reviewed on 27 May 2026
Premier Inn Düsseldorf City Friedrichstadt
"Great location - tram right outside and 5 mins walk from main station and Little Tokyo. I'm sensitive to noise but rooms were very soundproof. Staff all very helpful. Only issue was the window was locked and had to get a member of staff to staff to open it, not ideal during a heatwave! Also kept ..."
Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026
Sheraton Duesseldorf Airport Hotel
"It's a 20 second lift ride and a 1 minute walk from reception to the terminal and that is worth every penny! On top of that, the rooms are large, well-equipped and modern. My bed was amazing and I'd still be in it now if I didn't have to fly home! My room had a great view of the ATC tower and runway ..."
Reviewed on 25 May 2026
Clayton Hotel Düsseldorf City Centre
"I chose this property because a pool and fitness area were high on our priority list. However, the lack of transparency around pricing was disappointing. There was no information online indicating that these facilities were subject to an extra fee, and we were only notified at check-in. Given that ..."
Reviewed on 15 May 2026
Holiday Inn - the niu, Tab Dusseldorf Main Station by IHG
"Exactly what you should expect from a name brand hotel"
Reviewed on 21 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Suedviertel
Südostviertel
While Südostviertel isn't home to many top sights, Aalto-Musiktheater and Philharmonie 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.
