Nordpark is one of Dusseldorf's most polished green spaces, laid out with broad paths, fountains, clipped lawns, and seasonal flower beds. It was designed for public display, so it feels more formal than a neighborhood park without becoming stiff.
The main reason many visitors come is the Japanese Garden, a compact landscape of stone, water, and carefully shaped planting that reflects Dusseldorf's long connection with Japan. Pair it with the nearby Rhine or Aquazoo for an easy northern-city outing.