Cologne
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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 Hohe Strasse 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 Cologne City Museum, 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 Rheinau Harbour 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
Phantasialand
Enjoy the exciting rides at Phantasialand and see why this is a popular amusement park in Bruehl. Discover the fascinating museums in this walkable area, or seek out the local tours.
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.
Musical Dome
Enjoy a performance at Musical Dome, a theater with a story to tell in Cologne. Make time for the stunning cathedral and local tours in this culturally rich area.
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.
Things to do
Hard Rock Cafe Cologne Dining Experience
Cologne: Night Watchman Old Town Walking Tour
Cologne Cathedral and Old Town Tour with 1 Kölsch
Cologne: Südstadt Guided Foodie Walking Tour
From Bonn: Rhine River to Linz Sightseeing Boat Tour
Other places like Cologne
- Phantasialand
- Cologne Cathedral
- LANXESS Arena
- Cologne Trade Fair Grounds
- RheinEnergieStadion
- Musical Dome
- Chocolate Museum
- Cologne Zoo
- Old Market
- Claudius Therme
- Hay Market
- Cologne-Weidenpesch Racecourse
- Neumarkt
- Aqualand Leisure Pool at Fuhlinger Lake
- MMC Studios
- Hohenzollern Bridge
- City Center Porz
- Mediterana
- Friesenplatz
- MediaPark
- City Hall
- Museum Ludwig
- BayArena
- Rheinau Harbour
- Michael Schmacher Kart and Event Center
- Cologne Cable Car
- University of Cologne
- Cologne Philharmonic
- Flora and Botanical Garden Cologne
- Cologne City Museum