Bonn, a small charming city of some 310,000, set on the banks of the Rhine River, has much to offer in the way of historical sights and attractions. Here are some of the best things to do in Bonn:

1. See Beethoven House: Visit the birthplace and childhood home of the famous composer Ludwig van Beethoven, which has been kept as a museum full of invaluable memorabilia from his life.
2. Visit the Museum Mile: This mile-long stretch is home to several museums, including the Haus der Geschichte (House of History), the Alexander König Museum (natural history and zoological museum), the Deutsches Museum Bonn (technological advances), Kunstmuseum Bonn (art museum), the Arithmeum (history of mathematics), and the Rheinisches Landesmuseum Bonn (history museum) .
3. Wander around the Botanic Gardens on Palace Grounds: This is a beautiful garden with a large collection of plants from around the world.
4. Admire the Cherry Blossom Avenue: In April, you’ll find delightful pink “tunnels” over many of the city’s cobblestone streets. These blossoms are some of the prettiest things to see in Bonn.
5. Visit the Altes Rathaus: This is the old town hall, which is a beautiful building with a lot of history.
6. Explore the Rheinaue: This is a large park with a lot of green space, walking paths, and a lake.
7. Wonder at the Arithmeum: This is a mathematics museum that makes math fun.
8. Shop at the Friedrichstrass: This is a pedestrian street lined with an eclectic array of shops.
9. Grab gummies at the Haribo Store: Haribo, the famous German candy company, has a store in Bonn where you can buy all kinds of gummies.
10. Visit the Bonn Minster: This is a beautiful church with a lot of history.

Bonn is a city that everyone knows for being the capital of West Germany up to 1990. Germany’s current constitution was declared in Bonn in 1949 and many government ministries are still located in the city.