Old Town Cologne
Popular places to visit
Cologne Cathedral
Marvel at the Gothic architecture and the shrine of the three wise men at one of the largest churches in the world.
Chocolate Museum
Delve into the delectable history of chocolate and sample the confectionary as you find out about the different ways that it is produced around the world.
Old Market
The city’s former marketplace is now a lively spot known for its café culture and carnivals.
Hay Market
Learn about the local history of Cologne with a stop at Hay Market. Amble around this culturally rich area's riverfront, or seek out the local tours.
Neumarkt
You can find out about the history of Cologne when you stop by Neumarkt. Amble around this culturally rich area's riverfront or experience its fascinating museums.
Museum Ludwig
Discover a magnificent survey of modern art in this contemporary museum building dedicated to the arts and music in Cologne’s historic quarter.
Things to do
Cologne: Old Town Highlights Walking Tour
City Tour Cologne in a double-decker bus
Discover the LGBT side of Cologne with a Local
Cologne: Brewery Tour with 3 Kölsch Beer Tastings
Cologne: 3-Hour Guided Bike Tour
Cologne: TimeRide VR Time Travel Experience Ticket
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Other neighborhoods around Old Town Cologne
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.
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.
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.
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.
Neustadt-Sued
Noted for its shopping and restaurants, there's plenty to explore in Neustadt-Sued. Top attractions like Rhine and Volkstheater Millowitsch are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Eifelstrasse U-Bahn or Eifelplatz U-Bahn to see more of the city.
New Town
Travelers choose New Town for its ample dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Friesenplatz U-Bahn or Christophstrasse - Mediapark U-Bahn and check out top sights like Friesenplatz.
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- Cologne Cathedral
- Chocolate Museum
- Musical Dome
- Old Market
- Hay Market
- Neumarkt
- Museum Ludwig
- Hohenzollern Bridge
- City Hall
- Romano-Germanic Museum
- Cologne Philharmonic
- Great St. Martin Church
- Rheinau Harbour
- Hohe Strasse
- Schildergasse
- Wallraf-Richartz Museum
- Eigelstein Torburg
- Kolumba
- German Sport and Olympics Museum
- Dufthaus 4711
- Memorial to Gay and Lesbian Victims of National Socialism
- Pixie Fountain
- St Gereon's Basilica
- Wallraf Square
- Schnuetgen Museum
- Museum of Applied Art
- Römerturm
- Cologne Kathe Kollwitz Museum
- Archaeological Zone Roman Praetorium
- Church of St. Ursula