Altstadt-Nord Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Altstadt-Nord
Popular places to visit
Cologne Cathedral
Admire the stunning Gothic architecture and golden sarcophagus of the three wise men in this magnificent cathedral.
Musical Dome
Enjoy a show at Musical Dome, a theatre with a story to tell in Cologne. Make time for the stunning cathedral and local tours in this culturally rich area.
Old Market
Cologne's marketplace during medieval times is now a hot spot for café culture and outdoor entertainment.
Hay Market
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.
Hohenzollern Bridge
Admire stunning views of the city and river from this giant rail bridge, also a cherished spot for couples to display their “love locks”.
City Hall
Over 900 years of history are built into the stones of Cologne’s governmental buildings, where structures from throughout the centuries form one stunning landmark.
Activities
Hard Rock Cafe Cologne Dining Experience
Cologne: Night Watchman Old Town Walking Tour
Cologne: Melaten Cemetery Life, Love and Death Tour
Cologne: Top Sights Rhine River Cruise - Skyline Tour
Cologne: Südstadt Guided Foodie Walking Tour
Cologne: Brewery Tour with Kölsch and Halven Hahn
Our pick of the best Altstadt-Nord Hotel Deals
Maritim Hotel Köln
"Hotel precioso, excelente ubicación."
Reviewed on 9 June 2026
URBAN LOFT Cologne
"Very lovely stay!"
Reviewed on 9 June 2026
Hotel Mondial am Dom Cologne - MGallery
"Anständig grosses Zimmer und Bad, ruhig, sehr nahe beim Bahnhof und Frühstücksbuffet mit grosser Auswahl."
Reviewed on 7 June 2026
CityClass Hotel am Dom
"Wow incredible, for the price, the service and especially the LOCATION! We will be back again, the view of the cathedral was breathtaking. The staff was so accommodating let us check in early since our room had just been cleaned. The rose peddles were a nice touch! The AC unit was nice to have the ..."
Reviewed on 9 June 2026
Hilton Cologne
"Great location that is a 4 minute walk from the train station. The hotel is perfectly maintained. The hotel restaurant was excellent and there were dozens of other options within easy walking distance."
Reviewed on 7 June 2026
Excelsior Hotel Ernst am Dom
"Extremely friendly staffs~ great location!"
Reviewed on 22 May 2026
Our guide on where to stay in Altstadt-Nord
Old Town Cologne
Cologne Cathedral and Wallraf-Richartz Museum 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.
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.
Deutz
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.
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 Rheinau Harbour, and jump on the metro at Severinstrasse U-Bahn or Poststrasse U-Bahn to see more of the city.
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.
