Old Town Cologne Travel Guide

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Old Town Cologne

Popular places to visit

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Cologne Cathedral

4.5/5(24 reviews)

Admire the stunning Gothic architecture and golden sarcophagus of the three wise men in this magnificent cathedral.

Cologne Cathedral
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Chocolate Museum

4/5(2 reviews)

Delve into the delectable history of chocolate and sample the confectionary as you find out about the different ways that it is produced around the world.

Chocolate Museum
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Old Market

4.5/5(8 reviews)

Cologne's marketplace during medieval times is now a hot spot for café culture and outdoor entertainment.

Old Market
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Hay Market

5/5(1 review)

Learn about the local history of Cologne when you spend time at Hay Market. Amble around this culturally rich area's riverfront or seek out the local tours.

Hay Market
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Neumarkt

5/5(1 review)

You can find out about the history of Cologne with a trip to Neumarkt. Amble around this culturally rich area's riverfront or experience its fascinating museums.

Neumarkt
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Museum Ludwig

5/5(1 review)

Discover a magnificent survey of modern art in this contemporary museum building dedicated to the arts and music in Cologne’s historic quarter.

Museum Ludwig

Activities

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Cologne: Old Town Highlights Walking Tour

AU$48
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Cologne: Old Town Highlights Walking Tour
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Discover the LGBT side of Cologne with a Local

AU$423
Per adult
Discover the LGBT side of Cologne with a Local
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Cologne: Brewery Tour with 3 Kölsch Beer Tastings

AU$45
Per adult
Cologne: Brewery Tour with 3 Kölsch Beer Tastings
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Our pick of the best Old Town Cologne Hotel Deals

Lindner Hotel Cologne City Plaza, part of JdV by Hyatt
Lindner Hotel Cologne City Plaza, part of JdV by Hyatt
4 out of 5
Magnusstr. 20, Cologne, NW
The price is AU$176 per night from 9 Jun to 10 Jun
AU$176
per night
9 Jun - 10 Jun
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Cologne. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Popular attractions Cologne Cathedral and Musical ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (996 reviews)
"I stayed in Cologne for 3 nights and the hotel is situated in a very convenient location where there are lots of restaurants and shops within walking distance. It’s around 15 min walk to the Central train station which is great to walk as long as it’s not raining. I love the shower which is very ..."

Reviewed on 21 May 2024

Lindner Hotel Cologne City Plaza, part of JdV by Hyatt
Maritim Hotel Köln
Maritim Hotel Köln
Heumarkt 20, Cologne, NW
The price is AU$219 per night from 27 Jun to 28 Jun
AU$219
per night
27 Jun - 28 Jun
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Cologne. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 3 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,008 reviews)
"Lovely hotel in a convenient location for exploring Cologne. Only gripe was the pillows - ridiculously soft. I had to resort to rolled up towels to act as reinforcement! Otherwise a lovely stay."

Reviewed on 26 May 2024

Maritim Hotel Köln
URBAN LOFT Cologne
URBAN LOFT Cologne
Eigelstein 41, Cologne
The price is AU$179 per night from 2 Jun to 3 Jun
AU$179
per night
2 Jun - 3 Jun
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Cologne. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
9/10 Wonderful! (955 reviews)
"The room was small but clean. Everything worked well except the bathroom door would not close. The rooms were very quiet and access to train station was perfect"

Reviewed on 27 May 2024

URBAN LOFT Cologne
Kommerzhotel Köln
Kommerzhotel Köln
3 out of 5
Johannisstraße 30-34, Cologne, NW
The price is AU$196 per night from 26 Jun to 27 Jun
AU$196
per night
26 Jun - 27 Jun
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Cologne. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,002 reviews)
"Large comfortable and very clean room. Right by the station and cathedral. Quiet and very good value"

Reviewed on 28 May 2024

Kommerzhotel Köln
Excelsior Hotel Ernst am Dom
Excelsior Hotel Ernst am Dom
5 out of 5
Trankgasse 1-5 / Domplatz, Cologne, NW
The price is AU$426 per night from 23 Jun to 24 Jun
AU$426
per night
23 Jun - 24 Jun
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Cologne. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Cologne Cathedral and Musical Dome ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (937 reviews)
"Great spot."

Reviewed on 10 May 2024

Excelsior Hotel Ernst am Dom
Pullman Cologne
Pullman Cologne
4 out of 5
Helenenstr. 14, Cologne, NW
The price is AU$233 per night from 9 Jun to 10 Jun
AU$233
per night
9 Jun - 10 Jun
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Cologne. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (996 reviews)
"Nice place, great breakfast"

Reviewed on 18 May 2024

Pullman Cologne
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Other neighbourhoods around Old Town Cologne

Rheinau Harbour

Innenstadt

Known for its stunning cathedral and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Innenstadt. Check out top attractions like Cologne Cathedral and Old Market, and jump on the metro at Heumarkt U-Bahn or Appellhofplatz Breite Strasse U-Bahn to see more of the city.

Innenstadt
Cologne Cathedral

Altstadt-Nord

4.5/5(31 area reviews)

Known for its stunning cathedral and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Altstadt-Nord. Check out top attractions like Cologne Cathedral and National Socialist Documentation Center, and jump on the metro at Appellhofplatz Breite Strasse U-Bahn or Heumarkt U-Bahn to see more of the city.

Altstadt-Nord
Hohenzollern Bridge which includes a bridge, a church or cathedral and night scenes

Altstadt-Süd

4/5(7 area reviews)

Known for its ample dining options and fascinating museums, there's plenty to explore in Altstadt-Süd. You can visit top attractions like Chocolate Museum and Schildergasse, and jump on the metro at Severinstrasse U-Bahn or Poststrasse U-Bahn to see more of the city.

Altstadt-Süd
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Deutz

4.5/5(4 area reviews)

Museums, shopping and river views highlight some notable features of Deutz. Make a stop by Cologne Triangle or LANXESS Arena while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Deutzer Freiheit U-Bahn or Deutz Koelnarena U-Bahn to get around town.

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Neustadt-Sued

3/5(2 area reviews)

Noted for its shopping and restaurants, there's plenty to explore in Neustadt-Sued. Top attractions like Rhine and Volkstheater Millowitsch are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Eifelstrasse U-Bahn or Eifelplatz U-Bahn to see more of the city.

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New Town

Consider exploring the abundant dining options in New Town. If sightseeing is on the list, Friesenplatz is a top attraction. Hop on the metro at Friesenplatz U-Bahn or Christophstrasse - Mediapark U-Bahn to see more of the area.

New Town

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