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The guide was updated: 2018-11-28

Dortmund is one of Germany’s diverse and dynamic cities of the 21st century, located in the North Rhine-Westphalia region of the country. Modern Dortmund is vibrant and cultural, well-known for its excellent shopping, beer and football. But there is another, altogether gentler, side to this former industrial powerhouse. Dortmund has great theatres and cultural centres, a range of fascinating museums and, with half the city given over to parks and gardens, enough green areas to sooth the senses.

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Population:	600,000 approx
Currency:	Euro, € 1 = 100 cents
Search Accommodation:	Hotels »
Emergency numbers:	Police 110 Ambulance 115 Fire brigade 112
Newspapers:	Ruhr-Nachrichten (German) Westdeutsche Allgemeine Zeitung (German) Westfälische Rundschau (German)
Opening hours:	Shops generally hold open between 9am and 6pm (8pm). Pharmacies tend to open earlier, at 8am. Banks and post offices have more traditional hours: most open at 8.30am, close for lunch at 1pm, reopening at 2.30pm until 4pm. The liberalising of opening hours in Germany means that some shops will stay open much later in Dortmund and surrounding areas.
Tourist information:	Dortmund Tourismus Max-von-der-Grün-Platz 5-6 Phone: +49 231 18999 0 Opening hours: Mon-Sat 10am - 6pm Closed Sun and Public Holidays

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Dortmund offers visitors a wide range of interesting museums, theatres and of course, world-class football. The city has a lively and versatile cultural life, and there are a million ways to spend your time, such as visiting the Museum of Art and Cultural History or going to the widely praised opera. There is also the brewery where you can learn more about the history of industrially brewed beer in Dortmund.

Museum of Art and Cultural History

Museum of Art and Cultural History

The Museum of Art and Cultural History is a delight for every history, art and design enthusiast. The museum takes its visitors step by step through the centuries and shows them paintings, furniture, handcrafts and all sorts of collections from the dawn of time until the 21st century. You can even feel the historical importance of the museum itself when you stroll and gaze in awe with all the artifacts. The museum was formerly a deposit bank, built in 1923.

Museum Am Ostwall

Museum Am Ostwall

Museum Am Ostwall is a modern and contemporary art museum with a permanent collection boosted by temporary exhibitions. One of the styles of art that the museum focuses on is Fluxus, which is the connection between art and life. You can expect to see works by expressionists Dieter Roth, Martin Kippenberger and Anna and Bernhard Blume. They also showcase an impressive collection of works by the Russian Alexei von Jawlensky.

Steinwache Memorial and Museum

Steinwache Memorial and Museum

Steinwache Memorial and Museum is a museum that documents persecution and resistance during the Nazi regime. Established in a former police station that, under the Gestapo, was known as ’’West Germany’s Hell’’ because of the torturing of the opponents of the Nazi regime. The museum exhibits documents, photographs and even the interior of the prison cells to give an impression to its visitor.

The Zollern Colliery

The Zollern Colliery

The Zollen Collierly is a fascinating insight into coal mining and the lives of Dortmund’s colliers. The collier was the first technical building that was of international importance in Germany. The exhibition will takes you in the world of rough working conditions, and teaches you about the stories of the men and women who worked there during the 20th century.

Brewery Museum

Brewery Museum

You cannot come to Dortmund without tasting at least a sip of their beer. Prepare to get thirsty by taking a tour that consists of learning about the interesting history of industrially brewed beer in Dortmund, and follow the production of beer itself. You can even see beer caps, old advertisements and the vehicles in which the beer was distributed.

Church of St Reinoldi

Church of St Reinoldi

The oldest church in Dortmund, dating from the 13th century is named in honour of the city’s patron saint, Reinold. Climb more than 200 steps to the bell-tower for fabulous views over the city. Not only the view is spectacular, in the church you can also discover artifacts which have been preserved since the Middle Ages. One of the most famous artifacts is the wooden sculpture of Reinold from the 14th century.

Florianturm

Florianturm

Dortmund’s TV tower, 212 metres high, and located in Westfalenpark. At one point in time, it was the tallest building of Dortmund. The views will show you the impressive views of the Westfalen Park and the city itself. Take the lift up towards the sky, eat and have a drink in the revolving restaurant and stroll around the 70-hectare park.

DASA

DASA

This museum is all about history, technology and work combined together in one building. It gives you a peek into the world of how work has changed during the ages. Live the life of a pilot, construction worker or a doctor for a day. No, it's not just reading of signs, it's a museum that focuses on the interactive part as well. There are a lot of simulators, such as a helicopter and airplane, which will give you the feeling of being in control of the machine.

Dortmund Zoo

Dortmund Zoo

Dortmund Zoo specialises in South American flora and fauna and is home to a staggering amount of 1.500 animals. Here you can admire animals such as lions, Angolan giraffes, green Iguanas, Sumatran tigers and more than you could possible dream of.

Signal Iduna Park

Signal Iduna Park

If you like football, this is the place to visit for an exciting game. Signal Iduna Park opened in 1974 and holds 80,720 (25,000 standing) spectators. You can buy your ticket for Borussia Dortmund games online or by phone. You can also discover the Signal Iduna Park with a stadium tour accompanied by a guide. The tour includes the players’ tunnel, dressing rooms, VIP areas, mixed zone, stadium prison and Borusseum club museum. The tour takes about 60 minutes.

Westfalenpark

Westfalenpark

Westfalenpark is a green oasis where you can relax and enjoy your time. This is a great place to stroll around, or why not have a picnic? It is also where the Florian Tower is located with a 360 degree panoramic view. Besides the tower, one of the highlights are the rowing boats and the pedal boats. In the park you can also practice sports like soccer and beach volleyball.

Theater Dortmund

Theater Dortmund

The theatre of Dortmund is one of the largest in the entire country. Because of the constantly updated array of concerts, music theatre, drama, ballet and children's and young people's theatre performances, there is plenty of choice for all ages.

Dortmund CityTour

Dortmund CityTour

For great city sightseeing, take the Dortmund CityTour hop on-hop off bus which includes a guided tour. You can discover Dortmund from the top deck of a red double-decker bus. One trip takes about 100 minutes, but you choose when to get off. There are twelve stops which include interesting facts, figures and stories from Dortmund´s past and present.

Dortmund Concert Hall

Dortmund Concert Hall

Dortmund Concert Hall is a well-designed building and a feast for the eyes. It opened its doors in 2002 and ever since world-famous artists have been queuing up to give their performances. Here you can listen to all kinds of music, from classical to modern and even jazz.

Children's Museum Mondo Mio

Children's Museum Mondo Mio

The Children's Museum Mondo Mio is a magical place where everyone can enjoy their time by learning, touching and participating. This is a journey where the kids can discover various cultures of the world and explore how people live on other continents. Unusual and interesting musical instruments and toys made of recycled rubbish are also displayed in the museum. There are also plenty of unusual and exciting exhibits to explore!

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