Altstadt-Nord Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Cologne Cathedral
Hohenzollern Bridge which includes a church or cathedral, night scenes and a river or creek
Altstadt-Nord
Romano-Germanic Museum
Hohenzollern Bridge showing a monument and a statue or sculpture

Popular places to visit

Cologne Cathedral

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
Old Market

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
Hay Market

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
Alter Markt

City Hall

4/5(6 reviews)

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.

City Hall
Hohenzollern Bridge which includes a sunset, a river or creek and a bridge

Hohenzollern Bridge

5/5(2 reviews)

Admire stunning views of the city and river from this giant rail bridge, also a cherished spot for couples to display their “love locks”.

Hohenzollern Bridge
Ludwig Museum

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

Exterior and steps of the Cologne Cathedral

Cologne & Limburg Full-Day Tour

AU$473
per adult
76% of travellers recommend
Cologne & Limburg Full-Day Tour
COLOGNE Exciting discovery tour through the old town

Cologne City Tour Experience cathedral city on the Rhine

AU$90
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Cologne City Tour Experience cathedral city on the Rhine
Cologne: Chocolate Museum Entrance Ticket

Cologne: Chocolate Museum Entrance Ticket

AU$29
per adult
Cologne: Chocolate Museum Entrance Ticket
Cologne: Top Sights Rhine River Cruise

Cologne: Top Sights Rhine River Cruise

AU$43
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Cologne: Top Sights Rhine River Cruise
Day Tour to Cologne from Amsterdam

Day Tour to Cologne from Amsterdam

AU$302
per adult
Day Tour to Cologne from Amsterdam
Cologne: Old Town Highlights Walking Tour

Cologne: Old Town Highlights Walking Tour

AU$52
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Cologne: Old Town Highlights Walking 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$200 per night from 20 July to 21 July
AU$200
20 July - 21 July
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Cologne. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 3 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,156 reviews)
"The room had a lovely view of the river and part of downtown. Great service and very friendly staff."

Reviewed on 8 Jul. 2025

Maritim Hotel Köln
URBAN LOFT Cologne
URBAN LOFT Cologne
Eigelstein 41, Cologne
The price is AU$173 per night from 13 July to 14 July
AU$173
13 July - 14 July
includes taxes & fees
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! (1,181 reviews)
"Nice clean and modern rooms. The girl at check in could have been more professional, the other staff seemed to make more of an effort though."

Reviewed on 8 Jul. 2025

URBAN LOFT Cologne
Hilton Cologne
Hilton Cologne
Marzellenstr. 13-17, Cologne
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$220 per night from 15 July to 16 July
AU$220
15 July - 16 July
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Cologne. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,009 reviews)
An ok visit
"For a chain hotel it was fine. This we liked - close to the old town, clean, stayed before so knew where everything was Things which weren’t as good - only 1 or 2 reception staff available so always waited in a queue, had to ask 3 times for towels (only had one in our room), street was closed to ..."

Reviewed on 10 Jul. 2025

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
The price is AU$199 per night from 21 July to 22 July
AU$199
21 July - 22 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Cologne. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
"Great property and location"

Reviewed on 10 Jul. 2025

Lindner Hotel Cologne City Plaza, part of JdV by Hyatt
Pullman Cologne
Pullman Cologne
4.5 out of 5
Helenenstr. 14, Cologne, NW
The price is AU$172 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
AU$172
10 Aug - 11 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Cologne. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,004 reviews)
"The hotel was amazing. This was our first time in Cologne and we had a great time. The staff was friendly, the food was perfect, and we loved that the hotel was walkng distance to the Cathedral. We will be staying there again when we bring our children to see the Cathedral."

Reviewed on 24 Jun. 2025

Pullman Cologne
Excelsior Hotel Ernst am Dom
Excelsior Hotel Ernst am Dom
5 out of 5
Trankgasse 1-5 / Domplatz, Cologne, NW
The price is AU$535 per night from 25 July to 26 July
AU$535
25 July - 26 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Cologne. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (999 reviews)
Excellent stay
"Lovely hotel and can’t beat the location. Will stay again and highly recommend."

Reviewed on 30 Jun. 2025

Excelsior Hotel Ernst am Dom
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Other neighbourhoods around Altstadt-Nord

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
Kolumba-Diocesan Museum

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.

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Neustadt-Nord

Noted for its shopping and restaurants, there's plenty to explore in Neustadt-Nord. Top attractions like Friesenplatz and Schauspiel Koln are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Christophstrasse - Mediapark U-Bahn or Ebertplatz U-Bahn to see more of the city.

Neustadt-Nord
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Belgian Quarter

While you're in Belgian Quarter, take in top sights like Friesenplatz and jump on the metro at Friesenplatz U-Bahn to see more of the city.

Belgian Quarter
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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.

Deutz
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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