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We've compiled the best of the best in The Rhineland - browse our top choices for the top things to see or do during your stay.
Belly up to the wood bar of this pint-sized Altstadt institution and ask for an ice-cold shot of Düsseldorf’s famous ruby-red liqueur, Killepitsch. Or do as the locals do and order one through the tiny bar window, then sip it al fresco standing around the high outdoor tables.
Aachen's most popular bar is a good place to mingle with locals of all ages at old wooden tables, enjoying an impressive selection of Belgian beers in a historic building from 1658. There are free concerts every Monday, apart from a short break in summer.
This classic, kitschy, roaring twenties–style Altstadt Biersalon plays oldies from Piaf to Porter.
This perennially popular Irish pub in the heart of the Old Town has a vast selection of whiskies and spirits. It also, somewhat surprisingly, does one of the city's best schnitzels. It's open from lunchtime until late.
This Irish pub has Murphy's Stout on tap, and on most nights there's live music starting at 8:30.
