Cologne
Travel Guide
Visit Cologne
Where to stay in Cologne
Innenstadt
Central to Cologne, Innenstadt boasts historic old town charm, Gründerzeit era new town, and Deutz quarter. Explore landmarks like Cologne Cathedral, romanesque churches, and KölnTurm, while enjoying easy access to train stations and the Cologne Ring.
Old Town Cologne
Known for its stunning cathedral, stunning river views, and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Old Town Cologne. Top attractions like Cologne Cathedral and Schildergasse are major draws. Catch the metro at Heumarkt U-Bahn or Neumarkt U-Bahn to see more of the city.
Altstadt-Nord
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.
Deutz
Part of central Cologne, Deutz serves as a business center and transportation hub, boasting the Köln Messe/Deutz station. Enjoy picturesque views of the old town from the river embankment and explore nearby Rheinpark.
Altstadt-Süd
Known for its abundant dining options and interesting museums, there's plenty to explore in Altstadt-Süd. Top attractions like Chocolate Museum and Schildergasse are major draws, and you can catch the metro at Severinstrasse U-Bahn or Poststrasse U-Bahn to see more of the city.
Mülheim
Mülheim is a destination travelers 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.
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Popular places to visit
Cologne Cathedral
You can learn about the local history of Cologne when you make a stop at a top site like Cologne Cathedral. Stroll along the riverfront in this culturally rich area, or seek out the local tours.
LANXESS Arena
Catch an event at LANXESS Arena during your trip to Cologne. Amble around this culturally rich area's riverfront or experience its fascinating museums.
RheinEnergieStadion
Catch an event at RheinEnergieStadion during your trip to Cologne. Stroll along the riverfront in this culturally rich area, or check out its local chocolate shops.
Chocolate Museum
You can study the exhibits at Chocolate Museum, a museum with a storied past, during your travels to Cologne. Amble around this culturally rich area's riverfront or experience its fascinating museums.
Cologne Zoo
Meet the animals who call Cologne Zoo home during your trip to Cologne. Stroll along the riverfront or visit the stunning cathedral in this culturally rich area.
Claudius Therme
You can take time to visit Claudius Therme during your travels to Cologne. Stroll along the riverfront or experience the fascinating museums in this culturally rich area.
Other places like Cologne
- Phantasialand
- Cologne Cathedral
- LANXESS Arena
- Cologne Trade Fair Grounds
- RheinEnergieStadion
- Chocolate Museum
- Musical Dome
- Cologne Zoo
- Claudius Therme
- Palladium
- Old Market
- Tanzbrunnen Köln
- Hay Market
- Aqualand Leisure Pool at Fuhlinger Lake
- Neumarkt
- City Hall
- BayArena
- MMC Studios
- Cologne-Weidenpesch Racecourse
- Friesenplatz
- University of Cologne
- Museum Ludwig
- Hohenzollern Bridge
- Odysseum
- Cologne Philharmonic
- Mediterana
- Fühlinger Lake
- City Center Porz
- MediaPark
- Romano-Germanic Museum
- Great St. Martin Church
- Michael Schmacher Kart and Event Center