Altstadt-Nord Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A cathedral with two tall spires, a river with boats, and a cityscape with buildings and trees.
A bridge with a gothic cathedral in the background.
A train station with a fence covered in colorful locks.
A historic cathedral with intricate Gothic architecture and a modern museum building in the foreground.
A bronze equestrian statue on a stone pedestal.

Stay near popular Altstadt-Nord attractions

A cathedral with two tall spires, a river with boats, and a cityscape with buildings and trees.

Cologne Cathedral

9.2/10 (5,405 reviews)
Admire the stunning Gothic architecture and golden sarcophagus of the three wise men in this magnificent cathedral.
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Activities

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Cologne: Histories & Typical Cologne

AU$26
per adult
Cologne: Histories & Typical Cologne
Public brewhouse tour in English

Public brewhouse tour in English

AU$33
per adult
Public brewhouse tour in English
Outdoor seating at the Hard Rock Cafe in Cologne

Hard Rock Cafe Cologne Dining Experience

AU$47
per adult
82% of travellers recommend
Hard Rock Cafe Cologne Dining Experience
Cologne: Night Watchman Old Town Walking Tour

Cologne: Night Watchman Old Town Walking Tour

AU$26
per adult
Cologne: Night Watchman Old Town Walking Tour
Cologne: Melaten Cemetery Life, Love and Death Tour

Cologne: Melaten Cemetery Life, Love and Death Tour

AU$23
per adult
Cologne: Melaten Cemetery Life, Love and Death Tour
Cologne: Südstadt Guided Foodie Walking Tour

Köln Südstadt kulinarisch – Die Food Tour

AU$81
per adult
Köln Südstadt kulinarisch – Die Food Tour
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Our pick of the best Altstadt-Nord Hotel Deals

Maritim Hotel Köln

Maritim Hotel Köln

Heumarkt 20 Cologne NW
The price is AU$195 per night from 9 Aug to 10 Aug
AU$195
9 Aug - 10 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Cologne. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 3 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,215 reviews)
"We had a wonderful stay at the Maritim Hotel Köln and would happily stay here again. The room was spotless when we arrived, and we really appreciated having reliable air conditioning during some warm July days. The hotel is in an excellent location, it is an easy walk to Cologne Cathedral, the Old ..."

Reviewed on 17 July 2026

Maritim Hotel Köln
Hilton Cologne

Hilton Cologne

Marzellenstr. 13-17 Cologne
The price is AU$187 per night from 9 Aug to 10 Aug
AU$187
9 Aug - 10 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Cologne. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,006 reviews)
"Viejo y sucio con comida y botellas vacías en los pasillos. No volvería."

Reviewed on 25 July 2026

Hilton Cologne
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
Fully refundable
The price is AU$166 per night from 2 Aug to 3 Aug
AU$166
2 Aug - 3 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Cologne. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour health club. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,004 reviews)
"The hotel is very modern and staff are very professional and welcoming."

Reviewed on 24 July 2026

Lindner Hotel Cologne City Plaza, part of JdV by Hyatt
URBAN LOFT Cologne

URBAN LOFT Cologne

Eigelstein 41 Cologne
The price is AU$155 per night from 16 Aug to 17 Aug
AU$155
16 Aug - 17 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Cologne. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,139 reviews)
"Excellent hotel! Would definitely stay again! Loved the clean modern rooms!"

Reviewed on 23 July 2026

URBAN LOFT Cologne
CityClass Hotel am Dom

CityClass Hotel am Dom

4 out of 5
Am Hof 38 - 46 Cologne NW
The price is AU$161 per night from 16 Aug to 17 Aug
AU$161
16 Aug - 17 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Cologne. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,004 reviews)
"Clean, friendly and helpful staff, and perfectly located moments from the cathedral. Highly recommended!"

Reviewed on 24 July 2026

CityClass Hotel am Dom
Hotel Mondial am Dom Cologne - MGallery

Hotel Mondial am Dom Cologne - MGallery

4.5 out of 5
Kurt-Hackenberg-Platz 1 Cologne NW
The price is AU$222 per night from 9 Aug to 10 Aug
AU$222
9 Aug - 10 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Cologne. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
Hotel Mondial am Dom Cologne - MGallery
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Our guide on where to stay in Altstadt-Nord

Find the best Altstadt-Nord areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A cityscape at dusk with illuminated landmarks including twin spires, a modern tower, and a brightly lit bridge.

Old Town Cologne

Cologne Cathedral and Schildergasse are a few top attractions in Old Town Cologne. Hop around the city on the metro at Heumarkt U-Bahn or Neumarkt U-Bahn and check out the area's stunning cathedral, stunning river views and popular shops.

A cityscape at dusk with illuminated landmarks including twin spires, a tower, and a bridge with a blue arch.

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.

A river with bridges, a cathedral, and a tower.

Deutz

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

A bridge with a gothic cathedral in the background.

Altstadt-Süd

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.

A white riverboat with "Viking" written on the side, traveling on a river with a bridge in the background.

Mülheim

Mülheim is a destination travellers like for its museums, and you might hop aboard the metro at Am Emberg U-Bahn or Im Weidenbruch U-Bahn to explore sights like Palladium.

Altstadt-Nord Travel Guide

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