Your next holiday is just round the corner, so now it’s time to start planning all the great things you can get up to whilst you’re there. We’ll show you the best things to do in Bonn – guaranteed to make your holiday there a real highlight!
What to do - Things to do in Bonn
Don’t feel like organising anything? No problem! With our favourite leisure activities in Bonn, you can keep yourself occupied without having to draw up a detailed plan.
Boat trip on the Rhine
Whether it’s a regular service or a themed cruise, a boat trip on the Rhine is always well worth it! Just relax and enjoy the view of the picturesque surroundings. It really feels like a cruise!
Guided tour of Bonn
If you’d like to discover the city’s key sights and history but aren’t quite sure where to start, a guided tour is the best option. There’s a wide range on offer, from themed tours to historical tours covering all the key facts about Bonn. For those who aren’t so keen on walking, we recommend a ride on the open-top bus.
Walking & cycling in Bonn’s Rhine floodplains
Covering an area of 160 hectares, the Bonn Rhine floodplains offer the perfect opportunity to get away from the hustle and bustle of the city. Enjoy a leisurely stroll along the 45 km of footpaths or hire a bike and go for a relaxing ride.
Visit Bad Godesberg
The district of Bad Godesberg used to be a town in its own right and is definitely worth a day trip. If you’re staying here anyway, you really should explore the immediate surroundings too.;) We’veput togethereverything you need to know about Bad Godesbergfor you at .
Tip for rainy days: Escape rooms
We’ve all been there: a city break, bad weather, no fancy for a museum… Luckily, there are countless escape rooms in Bonn! Perfect for anyone who likes a bit of excitement.
Don’t feel like organising anything? No problem! With our favourite leisure activities in Bonn, you can keep yourself occupied without having to draw up a detailed plan.
Boat trip on the Rhine
Whether it’s a regular service or a themed cruise, a boat trip on the Rhine is always well worth it! Just relax and enjoy the view of the picturesque surroundings. It really feels like a cruise!
Guided tour of Bonn
If you’d like to discover the city’s key sights and history but aren’t quite sure where to start, a guided tour is the best option. There’s a wide range on offer, from themed tours to historical tours covering all the key facts about Bonn. For those who aren’t so keen on walking, we recommend a ride on the open-top bus.
Walking & cycling in Bonn’s Rhine floodplains
Covering an area of 160 hectares, the Bonn Rhine floodplains offer the perfect opportunity to get away from the hustle and bustle of the city. Enjoy a leisurely stroll along the 45 km of footpaths or hire a bike and go for a relaxing ride.
Visit Bad Godesberg
The district of Bad Godesberg used to be a town in its own right and is definitely worth a day trip. If you’re staying here anyway, you really should explore the immediate surroundings too.;) We’veput togethereverything you need to know about Bad Godesbergfor you at .
Tip for rainy days: Escape rooms
We’ve all been there: a city break, bad weather, no fancy for a museum… Luckily, there are countless escape rooms in Bonn! Perfect for anyone who likes a bit of excitement.
Gastronomy - Get hungry?
With so many things to do and activities in Bonn, your stomach will growl at some point! Fortunately, there are some culinary highlights in Bonn that you should definitely try.
Specialities of the region
Like every region, Bonn and the surrounding area are known for their typical regional dishes. In addition to the Black Forest gateau, which is not entirely low in calories, you should definitely try a Rhenish sauerbraten on your trip to Bonn. If you're feeling peckish, we recommend the "Halve Hahn", which you'll find on almost every menu in the Rhineland. Incidentally, this is not chicken, but a "Röggelchen" (rye roll) with butter, Gouda cheese and mustard. And for the more adventurous: "Himmel un Ääd", a wild mix of mashed potatoes and apple sauce, often served in combination with fried black pudding and roasted onions. Mhhh...
Restaurant Strandhaus
Gourmets watch out! The Strandhaus in Bonn's old town emphasises high quality and a charming ambience. There is something for every connoisseur on the varied menu of gourmet cuisine.
Let's have a drink
If you want to get the most out of your city trip, you should definitely make a detour to Bonn's nightlife. You can find the most important bars and clubs on portals such as Tripadvisor.
With so many things to do and activities in Bonn, your stomach will growl at some point! Fortunately, there are some culinary highlights in Bonn that you should definitely try.
Specialities of the region
Like every region, Bonn and the surrounding area are known for their typical regional dishes. In addition to the Black Forest gateau, which is not entirely low in calories, you should definitely try a Rhenish sauerbraten on your trip to Bonn. If you're feeling peckish, we recommend the "Halve Hahn", which you'll find on almost every menu in the Rhineland. Incidentally, this is not chicken, but a "Röggelchen" (rye roll) with butter, Gouda cheese and mustard. And for the more adventurous: "Himmel un Ääd", a wild mix of mashed potatoes and apple sauce, often served in combination with fried black pudding and roasted onions. Mhhh...
Restaurant Strandhaus
Gourmets watch out! The Strandhaus in Bonn's old town emphasises high quality and a charming ambience. There is something for every connoisseur on the varied menu of gourmet cuisine.
Let's have a drink
If you want to get the most out of your city trip, you should definitely make a detour to Bonn's nightlife. You can find the most important bars and clubs on portals such as Tripadvisor.
Window Shopping - Shopping recommendations
Whether you're a fashion addict or just want to take a leisurely stroll through the shops and be inspired - Bonn has a lot to offer when it comes to shopping!
Off to the pedestrian zone
Every shopping tour should start in the pedestrian zone. Here you will find a colourful selection of shops to suit every taste. And if you get hungry in between, you can snack your way through the selection of snack bars and restaurants. Incidentally, Bonn's pedestrian zone is one of the oldest in the country.
huma shopping world
About 20 minutes from the centre, in Sankt-Augustin, you will find the largest shopping centre in the region: huma Shoppingwelt. Here you will find everything your fashion heart desires!
Maximilian Centre
For all mall fans who don't want to leave the city centre, we recommend the Maximiliancenter right next to Bonn's main railway station. After a temporary closure due to flooding damage, it has been shining in new splendour again since summer 2022.
Whether you're a fashion addict or just want to take a leisurely stroll through the shops and be inspired - Bonn has a lot to offer when it comes to shopping!
Off to the pedestrian zone
Every shopping tour should start in the pedestrian zone. Here you will find a colourful selection of shops to suit every taste. And if you get hungry in between, you can snack your way through the selection of snack bars and restaurants. Incidentally, Bonn's pedestrian zone is one of the oldest in the country.
huma shopping world
About 20 minutes from the centre, in Sankt-Augustin, you will find the largest shopping centre in the region: huma Shoppingwelt. Here you will find everything your fashion heart desires!
Maximilian Centre
For all mall fans who don't want to leave the city centre, we recommend the Maximiliancenter right next to Bonn's main railway station. After a temporary closure due to flooding damage, it has been shining in new splendour again since summer 2022.
