Germany - Bonn, To Do

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Bonn - To Do

Museums

The lack of understanding of the German language does dampen the entire experience. The museums visited below had limited, to no English placards at all. Most museum entry cost €8-2 per entry Adult/student.

ABBATip:

For Bonn
Get the Bonnerleben card €9.
This covers an entire day of traveling within Bonn and multiple free entry to many museums and sights.
A single direction, adult single way trip costs aprox €2.70.

 

Haus Dre Geschichte der Bundesrepublik Deutschland

(House of the History of the Federal Republic of Germany)
near Heussallee/Museumsmeile station

Great displays but unfortunately the lack of English placards, much of the experience was inferred from pictures.

"The American Way" section was informative and was the only section with English explanation, for displays and its videos.

The rest of the exhibit were well designed, but overall it seemed to be lacking in a general flow, with themes or ideas jumping forward/backward along the time line.

In conclusion, if with a understanding of the language would be a more meaningful experience. 

Click here for ABBA location of Museum, Willy-Brandt-Allee 14 53113 Bonn, Germany ‎

Bundeskunsthalle (Art and Exhibition Hall)
near Heussallee/Museumsmeile station

There really isn't anything much architecturally or in terms of a collection to scream about. Even their additional exhibits lacked explanations or a greater in-depth look at the subject in question.

An absolute waste of time, not worth the space, entry fee, or even the late opening hours.
Click here for ABBA location of Museum, Friedrich-Ebert-Allee 4 53113 Bonn, Germany

 

Kunst Museum Bonn (Art Musuem Bonn)
near Heussallee/Museumsmeile station

 *Did not have a chance to review but it's located in same location*

Click here for ABBA location of Museum , Friedrich-Ebert-Allee 2 53113 Bonn, Germany

Museum Koenig (Natural History Museum)
at Museum Koenig station

A fun, family-friendly museum with life-sized stuffed animals, as well as brilliantly setup dioramas.

All the displays were well designed and thought out. Stuffed/preserved animals allowed individuals to get up close and personal with their favorite animals, seeing them in great detail.

In my opinion, one of the better museums to visit, amongst those covered here in Bonn.
Click here for ABBA location of Museum Koenig, Adenauerallee 160 53113 Bonn, Germany

The Arithmeum (Mathematics and Art)
nearest station Universität/Markt

Unless you were a mathematician or coding enthusiast, there's absolutely nothing here for the average visitor to enjoy.

The 'mathematical art', uninspiring and the seemingly old school calculators/clocks of sorts are nothing more than intricate mechanical builds which would take a true mathematician to realize the brilliance behind its design.

Entry €3
Click here for ABBA location of Museum, Lennestraße 2 53113 Bonn, Germany

German:Ägyptisches Museum Bonn
(Egyptian museum in the university of Bonn)nearest station Universität/Markt

Lets just say, their marketing, banners and over zealous brochure description, is a far cry from the exhibition itself. A single level, nei, room, of artifacts,  attached to the university of Bonn. The power of marketing well demonstrated. Entry €2
Click here for ABBA location of museum Regina-Pacis-Weg 7 53113 Bonn, Germany

Beethovan-Haus
(Birth place of Beethoven)
nearest station Universität/Markt 

The birth place of world Renowned pianist and composer, Beethoven.

Walk the halls of this three story tall building, whose rooms have warped and sagged due to its age. Listen to the wood boards creek with each step and look at various artifacts preserved from years past.

The audio guide is well worth the purchase as you get a running commentary guide and also listen to the music, Beethovan played at the various stages of life, which mere placards can never fully portray.

Adult €5

Student €4

Listening guide €2 with a €10 deposit which is returned after.Click here for ABBA location of Haus Of Beethovan, Bonngasse 24-26 53111 Bonn, Germany

 

A Rhein River Cruise and/or
Visit to Austria - Linz

Getting to Austria, Linz from Bonn, Approximately 2hrs. Round trip at €17. 

Enjoy a leisurely cruise down the river Rhein as your eye traces the undulating hills and homes which cap the peaks. Cruise ships are temperature controlled and have simple food fare and drinks available on board. Tickets maybe purchased on board.
ABBATip:
Depending on your ship you board, your experience may vary. Below are the two which I had the pleasure of enjoying the ride on.
Click here for ABBA location and details for River Cruise on Bonner Personen Schiffahrt

Click here for ABBA details on to do at Austria, Linz
Journey from Bonn to Linz on Poseidon

Poseidon was a medium sized vessel with comfortable seating, with a boat dog to boot. Staff were friendly and forth coming with advice on return journey timings.

Return journey from Linz to Bonn on Rheinprinzessin

A completely different feel from its sister ship, the Poseidon. Poised, elegant and classy, the Rheinprinzessin has a wider selection of food, spirits and desserts on board. A posher experience with open roof sundeck to enjoy the breeze and soak in the scenery.

A day visit to Cologne

One Way Trip Ticket €7.40 up and €7.80 return. On Train 16 from Maritim Hotel.Travel time approximately 1hr. 
Click here for ABBA directions to nearest train station, Dt. Telekom/O.-Palme-Allee

Click here for ABBA details on Cologne

 

Germany - Bonn

Bonn - To Do
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Bonn
Where one can stay:

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Click here for ABBA location of Maritim Hotel, Godesberger Allee, 53175 Bonn, Germany 
A little aways from anything else, but it is well connected via the train stations which are located around back and in front of the hotel.
- Train 66/16 (aprox 15mins) links you directly to Bonn central station
- Train 16 (Aprox 50mins-1hr) a direct train to Cologne main. KON HBF stationABBATip: HBF Hauptbahnhof just means the main station.

The hotel offers an excellent spread of cold cuts and pastry in the morning. Germany quality meat patties, herring, smoked salmon and teas greet early risers. Special mentions are their meat patties as well as mixed nuts and fruit preserve rolls.

The hotel's, paid wifi signal strength is lacking though. The water from shower heads come intermittent, hot and cold (may occur if staying high floor and away from the main elevators), and the Air-conditioning cuts out beyond 20degree Celsius set.

ABBATIP: 

In most European countries, everything is closed on Sundays, including supermarkets. Only thing open are museums. 

On Monday, shops are all open but museums are all closed. Something to note when planning a holiday if activities are centered about these attractions. A useful point to note when planning a holiday.

Getting from Frankfurt International to BonnClick here for ABBA Detail To Stay/Do/Eat in Frankfurt

Frankfurt International airport has very well spaced, as well as self-explanatory, picture icons which lead you through a seemingly confusing mess of turns and escalators to get to Frankfurt's train station. Purchase of tickets can be done on location, but note that for late frankfurt arrivals purchasing offices closes at 9pm daily. 

Alternatively, tickets can also be purchased from ticketing kiosk which do come in various languages, but you must have exact destination train station names on hand to purchase correctly.

Option 1, By High Speed ICE train:

ICE (Inter-city express) train takes 39mins from Frankfurt to Siegburg Bonn @ €60 one way, blasting largely through tunnels and with little to no scenery.
Click here for ABBA details on where train stops

Option 2: By Slower Train, along the Scenic Rhine Valley Route:

One could take the more scenic route through the Rhine Valley and along the Rhine river. Traveling time is at approximately 2hrs which takes you to Bonn Hbf(nearer to Maritim as compared to stopping at Siegbrug), and subsequently a change on train 66 (to Martim Hotel).

- Prices starting from €34 + €4(flexi timing) +€4(reserved sitting).

Click here for ABBA details on scenic routing
ABBATip:

- Be aware that ticketing machines dispenses change only in coins.

- Ticket sals office closes daily from 9pm onwards. For late arrivals beyond that, purchasing online prior is advised.

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A stone's throw away from Traders hotel, Harbour Square as its name suggest is a square of approximately 15shop lots total, with various bistros, restauraunts and open-air disco pubs located on the upper floor. Location is open till 2am. 

Click here for ABBA location of Harbour Square, P Ocampo Sr St