New Town Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
MediaPark
After visiting MediaPark, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Cologne. Visit the shops in this walkable area or simply enjoy its restaurants.
Volkstheater Millowitsch
Enjoy a show at Volkstheater Millowitsch, a theatre with a story to tell in Cologne. Discover the fascinating museums and shops in this culturally rich area.
Friesenplatz
Learn about the local history of Cologne when you take a trip to Friesenplatz. Stroll along the riverfront or visit the shops in this culturally rich area.
Schauspiel Koln
Enjoy a performance at Schauspiel Koln, a theatre with a story to tell in Cologne. Discover the fascinating museums and stunning cathedral in this culturally rich area.
Stadtgarten
After visiting Stadtgarten, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Cologne. Discover the fascinating museums and stunning cathedral in this culturally rich area.
Rautenstrauch-Joest-Museum
You can study the exhibits at Rautenstrauch-Joest-Museum, a museum with a storied past, during your travels to Cologne. Stroll along the riverfront in this culturally rich area or seek out the local tours.
Activities
Hard Rock Cafe Cologne Dining Experience
Cologne: Melaten Cemetery Life, Love and Death Tour
Cologne: Südstadt Guided Foodie Walking Tour
Cologne: Brewery Tour with Kölsch and Halven Hahn
Cologne: KölnCard with Discounts
Cologne Walking Tour with Audioguide: City and Cathedral
Our pick of the best New Town Hotel Deals
Steigenberger Hotel Köln
Room was good with nice view over Cologne. Breakfast was okay (very small room and not many options, for example fresh fruit). Gym was freezing cold (aircon was running although gym in basement and winter temperatures)
Reviewed on 25 Jan 2026
Mercure Hotel Köln Belfortstraße
Lovely warm pool, kind and helpful staff.nice and clean room 💓
Reviewed on 10 Feb 2026
NunoHotel Köln City
Friendly staff, great breakfast
Reviewed on 7 Feb 2026
Premier Inn Köln City Mediapark
Clean room, near the metro.
Reviewed on 5 Feb 2026
INA Hotel Royal
Everything was very good
Reviewed on 3 Feb 2026
Ruby Ella Hotel Cologne
Great atmosphere, super friendly staff and a fab breakfast.
Reviewed on 28 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around New Town
Old Town Cologne
Cologne Cathedral and Wallraf-Richartz Museum 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.
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.
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.
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-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.
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.
