Popular places to visit
Dragon's Rock
You can learn about the history of Königswinter with a visit to Dragon's Rock. While you're in the area, stroll along the riverfront.
Beethoven House
Learn about the life and achievements of Ludwig van Beethoven in the world-famous composer’s birthplace, which houses a museum and memorial site.
Drachenburg Palace
Drachenburg Palace is just one of the places to see in Königswinter, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Wander around the forests or experience the area's museums.
University of Bonn
Enjoy the collegiate vibe when you visit University of Bonn, during your travels in Bonn. Take in the museums while you're in the area.
Schloss Drachenburg
You can find out about the history of Königswinter with a stop at Schloss Drachenburg. Wander around the forests or experience the area's museums.
Beethoven Monument
Check out a 19th-century bronze statue of Beethoven, one of the city’s favorite sons, when you stroll around the bustling city square of Münsterplatz.
Things to do
Cologne: Südstadt Guided Foodie Walking Tour
Cologne: Old Town Walking Tour with 1 Brewery Visit & 1 Beer
Hard Rock Cafe Cologne Dining Experience
Guided tour with all senses in Melaten Cemetery
Top hotels in Mehlem
H+ Hotel Köln Brühl
All perfect.
Reviewed on Dec 20, 2025
Leonardo Royal Hotel Cologne Bonn Airport
We boked this hotel because it was highly reated with great reviews. We were delighted everything matched!!! It is well located short drive to Cologne Cathedral dome--16 minutes. The room is comfortable, clean and quiet. Breakfast was healthy and delicious. Wifi is super fast. The service staff is ...
Reviewed on Dec 20, 2025
Maritim Hotel Bonn
Really clean and comfortable, great breakfast, lovely pool and sauna.
Reviewed on Dec 4, 2025
Moxy Cologne-Bonn Airport
1) Friendly Staff 2) Clean rooms 3) Excellent location near the airport
Reviewed on Dec 17, 2025
Dorint Hotel Bonn
Great hotel. Staff very helpful. Ideal place to stay for exploring Bonn and surrounding area. Would highly recommend. Amenities great.
Reviewed on Nov 15, 2025
Bonn Marriott Hotel
Good business hotel. Good breakfast and excellent reception staff. Housekeeping was a bit patchy, and the carpets desperately need deep cleaning, but overall I had a very good stay.
Reviewed on Nov 21, 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Mehlem
Alt-Godesberg
Alt-Godesberg is a destination travelers like for its restaurants, and you might hop aboard the metro at Bad Godesberg U-Bahn or Plittersdorfer Strasse U-Bahn to explore sights like Godesburg.
Bad Godesberg
Bad Godesberg is a destination travelers like for its river views, and you might hop aboard the metro at Bad Godesberg U-Bahn or Plittersdorfer Strasse U-Bahn to explore sights like Godesburg.
Plittersdorf
Check out the museums while you're in Plittersdorf. Hop on the metro at Wurzerstrasse U-Bahn and Hochkreuz Deutsches Museum U-Bahn to see top sights like Deutsches Museum Bonn and Freizeitpark Rheinaue.
Hochkreuz
The bars and parks are just a few things visitors like about Hochkreuz. Freizeitpark Rheinaue and Museumsmeile are worthwhile spots to check out, and you can hop on the metro at Robert-Schuman-Platz Tram Stop or Hochkreuz Deutsches Museum U-Bahn to get around the larger area.
Friesdorf
Check out the museums during your time in Friesdorf. Hop around the Bonn area on the metro at Max-Loebner-Strasse Friesdorf U-Bahn to see top sights like Museumsmeile and Rhineland Nature Park.
Dottendorf
Appreciated for its restaurants and live music, you might consider exploring Dottendorf. Check out the variety of things to see and do like Rhineland Nature Park, and jump on the metro at Quirinusplatz Tram Stop or Bonn Hindenburgplatz Tram Stop to get around the city.
