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Home/Destinations/Dusseldorf/Dark Stories of the Rhine

Dark Stories of the Rhine Tours

The city’s shadowy side: walking tours uncover Düsseldorf’s darker history and legends along the Rhine, from crime and intrigue to eerie tales. A gripping way to see the old town.

130 tours · prices per person, book with partner

Altbier safari in Düsseldorf
Dusseldorf
Altbier safari in Düsseldorf
4.1(102)·2 hours
from$42/ person
via Viator
Brewery Tour Düsseldorf in English (inc. 3 beer)
Dusseldorf
Brewery Tour Düsseldorf in English (inc. 3 beer)
4.6(91)·2 hours
from$31/ person
via Viator
Düsseldorf Segway Tour: Classical City Experience
Dusseldorf
Düsseldorf Segway Tour: Classical City Experience
4.7(80)·2 hours
from$90/ person
via Viator
Dusseldorf Walking Tour: Explore Top Sights & Hidden Gems
Dusseldorf
Dusseldorf Walking Tour: Explore Top Sights & Hidden Gems
4.4(70)·2 hours
from$32/ person
via Viator
Düsseldorf Sightseeing round-trip Cruise
Dusseldorf
Düsseldorf Sightseeing round-trip Cruise
3.4(50)·1 hour
from$23/ person
via Viator
Düsseldorf Segway Rhein Tour: Rhine River Experience
Dusseldorf
Düsseldorf Segway Rhein Tour: Rhine River Experience
4.8(30)·2 hours
from$90/ person
via Viator
Düsseldorf Nightlife Tour: 4 Venues, Shots & Club Entry
Dusseldorf
Düsseldorf Nightlife Tour: 4 Venues, Shots & Club Entry
4.7(20)·4 hours
from$29/ person
via Viator
Dusseldorf Scavenger Hunt & Highlights Self-Guided Walking Tour
Dusseldorf
Dusseldorf Scavenger Hunt & Highlights Self-Guided Walking Tour
4.2(15)·2 hours
from$3/ person
via Viator
Dusseldorf Old Town and Altbier Tour
Dusseldorf
Dusseldorf Old Town and Altbier Tour
5.0(15)·2 hours
from$26/ person
via Viator
Dusseldorf: City Walk Audio Guide in 7 Languages on your Phone
Dusseldorf
Dusseldorf: City Walk Audio Guide in 7 Languages on your Phone
4.4(14)·2–4 hours
from$9/ person
via Viator
Düsseldorf Self-Guided City Walking Tour & Scavenger Hunt
Dusseldorf
Düsseldorf Self-Guided City Walking Tour & Scavenger Hunt
4.5(11)·2 hours
from$6/ person
via Viator
Düsseldorf Rhine River Christmas Afternoon Cruise
Dusseldorf
Düsseldorf Rhine River Christmas Afternoon Cruise
2.5(10)·2 hours
from$32/ person
via Viator
Beer tour with tasting in Dusseldorf
Dusseldorf
Beer tour with tasting in Dusseldorf
5.0(9)·2h 30min–3h
from$41/ person
via Viator
DüsseldorfCard for 24/48/72/96 hours
Dusseldorf
DüsseldorfCard for 24/48/72/96 hours
3.5(8)·1–4 days
from$16/ person
via Viator
Dusseldorf Highlights Walking tour with A Guide
Dusseldorf
Dusseldorf Highlights Walking tour with A Guide
4.3(6)·2 hours
from$46/ person
via Viator
Dusseldorf Tour : The Dark Stories of the Rhine
Dusseldorf
Dusseldorf Tour : The Dark Stories of the Rhine
4.8(5)·1h 30min
from$29/ person
via Viator
Discover Dusseldorf’s most Photogenic Spots with a Local
Dusseldorf
Discover Dusseldorf’s most Photogenic Spots with a Local
5.0(5)·1h 30min
from$113/ person
via Viator
Explore Dusseldorf’s Art and Culture with a Local
Dusseldorf
Explore Dusseldorf’s Art and Culture with a Local
5.0(4)·1h 30min
from$113/ person
via Viator
Explore Modern Dusseldorf-Iconic Architecture & Scenic Waterfront
Dusseldorf
Explore Modern Dusseldorf-Iconic Architecture & Scenic Waterfront
3.5(4)·1h 30min
from$229/ person
via Viator
Tour to the sweetest treats in Düsseldorf with tastings
Dusseldorf
Tour to the sweetest treats in Düsseldorf with tastings
4.7(3)·2 hours
from$50/ person
via Viator
Guided, 3-hour bike tour of Düsseldorf’s highlights
Dusseldorf
Guided, 3-hour bike tour of Düsseldorf’s highlights
4.7(3)·3 hours
from$49/ person
via Viator
Best of Düsseldorf: Guided Tour of the Historic City Center
Dusseldorf
Best of Düsseldorf: Guided Tour of the Historic City Center
3.0(2)·2 hours
from$74/ person
via Viator
Delightful Düsseldorf Audio Guide: Old Town Historical Highlights
Dusseldorf
Delightful Düsseldorf Audio Guide: Old Town Historical Highlights
3.0(1)·1h–1h 15min
from$12/ person
via Viator
Düsseldorf Exploration Game City Tour on your Phone
Dusseldorf
Düsseldorf Exploration Game City Tour on your Phone
4.0(1)·2–3 hours
from$9/ person
via Viator
Historic Dusseldorf: Exclusive Private Tour with a Local
Dusseldorf
Historic Dusseldorf: Exclusive Private Tour with a Local
5.0(1)·2 hours
from$183/ person
via Viator
Dusseldorf Old Town: Heritage, Architecture & Vibrant Culture
Dusseldorf
Dusseldorf Old Town: Heritage, Architecture & Vibrant Culture
5.0(1)·1h 30min
from$229/ person
via Viator
Explore the Instaworthy Spots of Dusseldorf with a Local
Dusseldorf
Explore the Instaworthy Spots of Dusseldorf with a Local
5.0(1)·1h 30min
from$113/ person
via Viator
Dusseldorf Highlights Audio Guide and Self Guided Tour
Dusseldorf
Dusseldorf Highlights Audio Guide and Self Guided Tour
2h 30min
from$6/ person
via Viator
Self-guided podcast tour: The rough heart of the Neuss harbor
Dusseldorf
Self-guided podcast tour: The rough heart of the Neuss harbor
3h 30min
from$5/ person
via Viator
Düsseldorf Ghost Tour: Self-Guided Haunted Walk
Dusseldorf
Düsseldorf Ghost Tour: Self-Guided Haunted Walk
1h 33min
from$5/ person
via Viator
Düsseldorf City Walking Tour - Full Tour
Dusseldorf
Düsseldorf City Walking Tour - Full Tour
2h 30min
from$23/ person
via Viator
Best Intro to Dusseldorf in 2 hours with a Local
Dusseldorf
Best Intro to Dusseldorf in 2 hours with a Local
2 hours
from$148/ person
via Viator
Düsseldorf Walking Photoshoot Tour with Rhine Tower Entry
Dusseldorf
Düsseldorf Walking Photoshoot Tour with Rhine Tower Entry
1 hour
from$34/ person
via Viator
Dusseldorf: Self-Guided Scavenger Hunt & Walking Tour
Dusseldorf
Dusseldorf: Self-Guided Scavenger Hunt & Walking Tour
2 hours
from$23/ person
via Viator
Escape Dusseldorf City Walk With Puzzles
Dusseldorf
Escape Dusseldorf City Walk With Puzzles
1–2 hours
from$34/ person
via Viator
Dusseldorf Essentials: Old Town, Rhine River & Architecture Tour
Dusseldorf
Dusseldorf Essentials: Old Town, Rhine River & Architecture Tour
1h 30min
from$228/ person
via Viator

Dark Stories of the Rhine in Dusseldorf — FAQ

What are the dark-stories tours?
Guided walks that reveal Düsseldorf’s crime, legends and shadowy history along the Rhine.
Are they suitable for families?
They suit older children and adults who enjoy history with a spooky twist.
How long do they last?
Usually around 1.5 to 2 hours through the old town.

More things to do in Dusseldorf

Old Town & AltbierCity Walking TourBrewery & BeerRhine River Cruise