Old Town Cologne Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Old Town Cologne
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.
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.
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
Come to Cologne’s former market for a relaxing drink, stay to admire the architecture and enjoy the lively atmosphere.
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.
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.
Activities
Hard Rock Cafe Cologne Dining Experience
Cologne: Melaten Cemetery Life, Love and Death Tour
Cologne: Top Sights Rhine River Cruise - Skyline Tour
Cologne: Südstadt Guided Foodie Walking Tour
Cologne: Brewery Tour with Kölsch and Halven Hahn
Our pick of the best Old Town Cologne Hotel Deals
Maritim Hotel Köln
The hotel is superbly placed near the centre of the old town with its own walkway ( over the busy roads ) to the banks of the Rhine . We were very impressed by the grandeur of the interior and tge room was very spacious and comfortable . Unfortunately tge pool was extremely small ( more of a plunge ...
Reviewed on 24 Mar 2026
Pullman Cologne
Checked in the first night and room given was not cleaned. Was left dirty from previous resident. Was offered a minor upgrade though
Reviewed on 12 Mar 2026
Novotel Köln City
Great place for last minute stay
Reviewed on 24 Mar 2026
URBAN LOFT Cologne
Property was new with modern decor. Easy walk from train station and cathedral.
Reviewed on 27 Mar 2026
Dorint Hotel am Heumarkt Köln
Clean and modern room with very nice and spacious shower and bath!
Reviewed on 19 Mar 2026
CityClass Hotel am Dom
Overall my stay was nice. The location is excellent for Cologne Old Town and staff are very friendly and helpful. There were however a couple of disappointments. Firstly the breakfast feels a little thin on options, it's 7/10, so still pretty good but more cake/sweet options would be nice, like yogurt ...
Reviewed on 26 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods 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-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 Schildergasse, and jump on the metro at Severinstrasse U-Bahn or Poststrasse 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
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-Süd
Noted for its shopping and restaurants, there's plenty to explore in Neustadt-Süd. Top attractions like Rhine and Rautenstrauch-Joest-Museum are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Eifelstrasse U-Bahn or Eifelplatz 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.
