Bonn Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Bonn Marketplace which includes night scenes
Beethoven House
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Bonn Arts Museum

Discover the musical and historic heritage of this former capital city of the Federal Republic of Germany.

Bonn is the former administrative seat of West Germany and continues to host important events related to national and international politics, despite having been replaced by Berlin as unified Germany’s capital. The city was originally a college town and continues to maintain a vibrant youth culture. Visitors can experience that at Bonn’s many cafes and beer gardens.

Tour the University of Bonn, which is an important educational institution in the country. The college has a number of famous alumni, including Pope Benedict XVI and Friedrich Nietzsche.

Bonn is perhaps most well-known as the birthplace of the renowned composer, Ludwig van Beethoven, who was born in Beethoven-Haus. The house is now a museum where visitors can see some of the composer’s possessions, including a number of his writings and musical instruments.

The city contains several other museums, such as the Kunstmuseum Bonn, which displays one of the largest art collections in the area. Learn about German history at the Haus der Geschichte der Bundesrepublik Deutschland.

Wander through the city’s southern Südstadt district, where you will see 19th-century buildings. Explore the 17th-century church, Kreuzbergkirche, which showcases Baroque architecture. The Das Bonner Münster basilica, located in downtown Bonn, is another example of the city’s diverse architecture.

Try the area’s unique red wine known as “Dragon’s Blood,” which is produced in the region’s mountains. You will find the wine in a number of pubs and cafes throughout the city. Bonn has a large performing arts schedule, carrying on its musical history. Opera houses put on ballets and operas throughout the summer, while the city’s orchestra performs a number of concerts, beginning in September. Head to the city’s smaller theaters for comedy shows and jazz gigs. If you are in the area in summer, you might catch Beethovenfest Bonn.

The city is located on the Rhine River, south of Cologne. Several picturesque train routes from the city travel to other major cities past the Siebengebirge Mountains. Bonn’s location makes it a practical area for day trips to Cologne, Düsseldorf and other areas in the Rhine region.

Where to stay in Bonn

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Bad Godesberg

Bad Godesberg is a destination travellers like for its river views, and you might hop aboard the metro at Bad Godesberg U-Bahn or Plittersdorfer Strasse U-Bahn to explore sights like Godesburg.

Bad Godesberg
Bonn Minster

Zentrum

5/5(1 area review)

Noted for its historical sites and shopping, there's plenty to explore in Zentrum. Top attractions like Beethoven House and Bonn Marketplace are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Bertha-von-Suttner-Platz Tram Stop or Bonn Thomas-Mann-Straße Tram Stop to see more of the city.

Zentrum
North Rhine-Westphalia

Stadtbezirk Bonn

If you're spending time in Stadtbezirk Bonn, check out sights like House of the History of the Federal Republic of Germany or World Conference Center Bonn and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Bonn Hindenburgplatz Tram Stop or Bergstrasse Tram Stop.

Stadtbezirk Bonn
North Rhine-Westphalia which includes a bridge, a river or creek and a sunset

Beuel

Beuel is well liked for its bars and riverfront. If you're hoping to get in some sightseeing, Golf Course Bonn and Sieben Hills Nature Park are top spots, and you can jump on the metro at Vilich-Müldorf Tram Stop or Adelheidisstraße Tram Stop to get around.

Beuel
Bonn Minster featuring a church or cathedral and heritage architecture

Old Town Bonn

Noted for its shopping and historical sites, there's plenty to explore in Old Town Bonn. Top attractions like Beethoven House and Bonn Marketplace are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Bertha-von-Suttner-Platz Tram Stop or Stadthaus Tram Stop to see more of the city.

Old Town Bonn
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Gronau

You might enjoy the museums while in Gronau. United Nations is a notable sight, and you can get around town at Ollenhauerstrasse U-Bahn or Heussallee-Museumsmeile U-Bahn to see more of the city.

Gronau
Maritim Hotel Bonn

Maritim Hotel Bonn

Godesberger Allee, Bonn, NW
The price is NZ$162 per night from 2 Aug to 3 Aug
NZ$162
2 Aug - 3 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Bonn. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (392 reviews)
"Good hotel. The only thing that I would like to suggest is to provide towels in the sauna and change the buzzer at the card reader for rooms."

Reviewed on 6 Jul. 2025

Maritim Hotel Bonn
Dorint Hotel Bonn

Dorint Hotel Bonn

Berliner Freiheit 2, Bonn
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$219 per night from 31 July to 1 Aug
NZ$219
31 July - 1 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Bonn. Enjoy a full-service spa, a fitness center, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (209 reviews)
"Very nice"

Reviewed on 7 Jul. 2025

Dorint Hotel Bonn
Kameha Grand Bonn

Kameha Grand Bonn

Am Bonner Bogen 1, Bonn, NW
The price is NZ$245 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
NZ$245
10 Aug - 11 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Bonn. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 3 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (865 reviews)
"Top shelf hotel. Would only stay here if returning to Bonn."

Reviewed on 29 Jun. 2025

Kameha Grand Bonn
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
BONNOX Boardinghouse & Hotel

BONNOX Boardinghouse & Hotel

In der Raste 5-7, Bonn, NW
Stay at this aparthotel in Bonn. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Popular attractions Museumsmeile and Bundeskunsthalle are located ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (123 reviews)
Great
"Really nice place, apartments are huge and staff very friendly and helpful"

Reviewed on 11 Jul. 2024

BONNOX Boardinghouse & Hotel
Numa Bonn Bona

Numa Bonn Bona

Kölnstraße 360-364, Bonn, North Rhine-Westphalia
Book a stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Bonn. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Popular attractions Arte Fact and Bonn Women's ...
8/10 Very Good! (259 reviews)
"Very comfortable, clean and convenient. Not too far from town center. Have stayed there 3 times and will be back."

Reviewed on 12 Jun. 2025

Numa Bonn Bona
Bob W Beethoven

Bob W Beethoven

Bonngasse 7, Bonn, NRW
Stay at this aparthotel in Bonn. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and dry cleaning or laundry services. Popular attractions Bonn Marketplace and Beethoven ...
9/10 Wonderful! (44 reviews)
"High quality room, very clean. Great shower with pushbuttons to turn on, toilettries provided. Well equipped kitchen with crockery, glasses pans, fridge microwave, kettle, toaster and hob. Welcome coffee provided to use with cafetiere. Also had small table with 2 chairs and cupboard area for hanging ..."

Reviewed on 14 Jun. 2025

Bob W Beethoven
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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