The KölnCard gives you excellent value while exploring Cologne, combining free public transport with a wide range of discounts on cultural attractions, tours, shopping, and more. Here’s a clearer overview of some of the key benefits:
KölnCard – Selected Discounts:

Käthe Kollwitz Museum Köln – 50% off standard adult admission

Die Photographische Sammlung / SK Stiftung Kultur – 50% off current exhibition tickets

Tanzmuseum des Deutschen Tanzarchivs Köln – 50% off current exhibitions

KOLUMBA – Kunstmuseum – 37.5% off admission and 20% off public guided tours

Römergrab Weiden – 30% off admission

Schokoladenmuseum – 25% off standard adult admission

Deutsches Sport & Olympia Museum – 20% off adult admission (advance booking by phone recommended)

Domschatzkammer – 20% off admission (excluding special exhibitions)

Kölnisches Stadtmuseum – 20% off admission (excluding special exhibitions)

MAKK – Museum für Angewandte Kunst Köln – 20% off admission (excluding special exhibitions)

Museum für Ostasiatische Kunst – 20% off admission (excluding special exhibitions)

Museum Ludwig – 20% off admission (excluding special exhibitions)

Museum Schnütgen – 20% off admission (excluding special exhibitions)

Rautenstrauch-Joest-Museum – Kulturen der Welt – 20% off admission (excluding special exhibitions)

EL-DE Haus – 20% off admission (excluding special exhibitions)

Römisch-Germanisches Museum – 20% off admission (currently closed for renovation)

Wallraf-Richartz-Museum & Fondation Corboud – 20% off admission (excluding special exhibitions)

Farina Duftmuseum – 10% off guided tours, costume tours, and shop purchases (reservation required; discount code: FGKC2)

Why it’s worth it:
With the KölnCard, you not only save on museum visits and cultural experiences, but also benefit from free public transport across the city—making it an easy and cost-effective way to discover Cologne.