Altstadt-Nord Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Altstadt-Nord
Popular places to visit
Cologne Cathedral
This UNESCO world heritage site is one of the largest churches in the world, featuring great art and architecture.
Old Market
Come to Cologne’s former market for a relaxing drink, stay to admire the architecture and enjoy the lively atmosphere.
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.
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.
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.
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: Melaten Cemetery Life, Love and Death Tour
Cologne: Brewery Tour with Kölsch and Halven Hahn
Cologne: Südstadt Guided Foodie Walking Tour
Cologne: KölnCard with Discounts
Cologne Walking Tour with Audioguide: City and Cathedral
Our pick of the best Altstadt-Nord Hotel Deals
Maritim Hotel Köln
Clear, central, exclusive hotel
Reviewed on 9 Feb 2026
URBAN LOFT Cologne
Staff very friendly and everything was clean and very well kept
Reviewed on 11 Feb 2026
Lindner Hotel Cologne City Plaza, part of JdV by Hyatt
Great
Reviewed on 3 Feb 2026
CityClass Hotel Alter Markt
Staff were great, nice room but bed (especially pillows) could be better
Reviewed on 14 Feb 2026
Pullman Cologne
Great breakfast. Comfy beds
Reviewed on 9 Feb 2026
CityClass Hotel am Dom
The room and facility was incredible. Location was superb for the price. Sitting between the market and the cathedral, it was a perfect location in the middle of all the action. Staff at the facility was amazing and super accommodating.
Reviewed on 13 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Altstadt-Nord
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.
Old Town Cologne
Cologne Cathedral and Hohe Strasse 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.
Neustadt-Nord
Noted for its shopping and restaurants, there's plenty to explore in Neustadt-Nord. Top attractions like Friesenplatz and Rhine 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.
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.
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.
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.
