Dusseldorf

I'm in Neuss as I write, cute little city my eldest daughter lives in. It is sort of a suburb of Dusseldorf. Dusseldorf is a very interesting and fun city on its own. The architecture and a walk by waterways is enjoyable. Of course, Koln (Cologne) is nearby. Aachen is within reach. I'm having a little jet lag; will ask Son-in-law for more suggestions and may re-post later today. How active are you? Will you have a car or travel by train?

Just remembered, Neuss has the Ski-Hall, an indoor ski center, similar to Ski-Dubai, has restaurants and beer-garden. A walk through Neuss reminds you of "small town" America, it's cute,etc.

The Ruhr Museum at the Zeche Zollverein coal mine in Essen is fascinating and has a lot of labels in English. Take a train from Dusseldorf to Essen and then tram 107 from Essen station to the "Zollverein" stop.

I am very active. I enjoy beautiful architecture, history, nature, and meeting interesting people. We will have a car.

Jennifer, I agree on choosing Neuß, spent a day trip from Düsseldorf in the late '80s. Düsseldorf it self is well worth visiting if this is your first time. Aside from Aachen, as recommended above, I suggest also Bonn.

Visit the Altstadt. Walk down the Bolkerstr. - great places that sell Alt style beer.

Any suggestion for lodging in Dusseldorf for a week? I would like a place that has 3 beds. I am traveling with my father and son.