Altstadt-Süd Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Altstadt-Süd
Popular places to visit
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.
Neumarkt
You can find out about the history of Cologne with a trip to Neumarkt. Amble around this culturally rich area's riverfront or experience its fascinating museums.
Rheinau Harbour
Stroll along this re-energized waterfront promenade to enjoy its harbor views, museums and eclectic mix of modern architecture and heritage landmarks.
Schnuetgen Museum
Cologne’s hidden gem is home to some priceless antique religious art, in stunning surroundings.
German Sport and Olympics Museum
You can study the exhibits at German Sport and Olympics Museum, a museum with a story of its own, during your holiday in Cologne. Amble around this culturally rich area's riverfront or seek out the local tours.
St Maria im Kapitol
Learn about the local history of Cologne when you spend time at St Maria im Kapitol. Discover the fascinating museums and shops in this culturally rich area.
Activities
Cologne: Melaten Cemetery Life, Love and Death Tour
Cologne: Südstadt Guided Foodie Walking Tour
Cologne: KölnCard with Discounts
Cologne: Kölsch Beer and Brew House 2-Hour Tour
Cologne: Old Town Walking Tour with 1 Brewery Visit & 1 Beer
Our pick of the best Altstadt-Süd Hotel Deals
Premier Inn Köln City Süd
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Reviewed on 24 Dec 2025
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Front desk staff were pleasant and helpful. The lack of a ramp, or hotel staff to assist guests with entering the hotel was rather astonishing. I don’t remember staying in a group hotel ever before that had multiple steps to climb in order to reach the lobby. No room service, bar in lobby open for ...
Reviewed on 18 Dec 2025
Novotel Köln City
Room was very clean and comfortable. Breakfast was excellent and well staffed, meaning items were refilled quickly and efficiently. Location was perfect for us as a family - we came for the Christmas markets and the train car taking you around the four main ones was a few minute walk!
Reviewed on 22 Dec 2025
Dorint Hotel am Heumarkt Köln
Great location, friendly and very helpful reception staff. Rooms were spacious and clean. Very enjoyable stay. Would definitely recommend.
Reviewed on 27 Dec 2025
Hotel Leonet
Comfortable enough. Clean enough. Very serviceable 2-3 star hotel. No extras, long queues for check in. Friendly and helpful staff. Easy check out. Could use additional sound proofing. Stairs everywhere, with lifts but only in some places. Not an issue for me to take 5-6 stairs but those with mobility ...
Reviewed on 22 Dec 2025
Mercure Hotel Severinshof Köln City
My cousin and I stayed here for two nights. We loved the location (right next to a tram station) and it was very central in terms of walking to the main shopping area, the cathedral and to the river/museum. We felt safe. Room was comfortable and clean. There was a bit of a musky smell though. We ...
Reviewed on 18 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Altstadt-Süd
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-Süd
Noted for its shopping and restaurants, there's plenty to explore in Neustadt-Süd. 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.
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.
Südstadt
When in Südstadt and the surrounding area, you'll want to check out sights like Cologne Cathedral or Rheinau Harbour and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Chlodwigplatz U-Bahn or Ubierring U-Bahn.
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
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.
