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Cologne City Tour Experience

4.8(982 reviews)Cologne, Germany
2hDurationGerman, EnglishOffered inMobile ticketTicketNot includedPickupWheelchair accessibleAccessibilityEasyLevel

About this experience

This walking tour explores Cologne's rich history spanning over 2000 years, from its Roman origins to the present day. Participants will discover both well-known and lesser-known sights in the city. The experience is suitable for anyone interested in learning more about Cologne, including locals who may uncover new details about their city. The tour includes a surprise gift for attendees. It lasts for a duration not specified and accommodates a group size that is not mentioned.

Itinerary

1

Historische Altstadt

DISCOVER THE SPECIAL COLOGNE IN 2 HOURS: Get to know and love the internationally known cathedral city of Cologne on our entertaining cultural walk in about 2 hours. On foot you can discover with us the many rather hidden and therefore less known details and great sights of the popular Rhine metropolis of Cologne. Get to know the likeable cathedral city of Cologne in a different way, for example by going to the KÖLN-CITY TOUR for details. discover famous buildings that are known to fewer or only a few people. You can experience an authentic and funny tour with lots of fun: Laughter and a good mood is expressly allowed on this tour! Read more >

2

Petrus-Brunnen

In front of the truly wonderful Petrus Fountain, we start our tour through the interesting and varied Cologne old town ...

3

Cologne Cathedral

Cologne Cathedral is one of the highest churches in the world and impresses everyone who sees it personally. Discover with us on this guided tour on foot what is impressive on the outer facade of the Cologne Cathedral, which is otherwise easily missed because many details are not immediately recognizable. Let yourself be surprised - you will be amazed! Cologne Cathedral is truly one of the most impressive buildings in the world. Together, we discover many fascinating details from the outside while circumnavigating and taking a closer look at this unique masterpiece of architecture.

4

St. Maria Himmelfahrt

This wonderful and magnificent baroque church is something special in Cologne. Your city guide will tell you why this is so ...

5

Cologne Central Station

This important transport hub in western Europe has some interesting and unexpected details to offer that are difficult to see at first glance.

6

Romisch-Germanisches Museum

Cologne was once one of the most important cities in the Roman Empire and therefore has a lot to offer from the outside.

7

Romische Hafenstrasse

On site, we will follow the traces of an approximately 2000 year old road from the time of the Roman Empire and learn exciting background information ...

8

Museum Ludwig

The Museum Ludwig is one of the most important museums in Europe and, when viewed from the outside, hides some fascinating details that need to be discovered and deciphered.

9

Kolner Philharmonie

An interesting building, which on closer inspection can reveal some entertaining and interesting surprises.

10

Reiterstandbild Kaiser Wilhelm II.

An imposing equestrian statue with an eventful past that our tour guide will bring to life for you ...

11

KolnTriangle

What is hidden behind it and what wonderful views our guests can enjoy here - our tour guide will be happy to tell you ...

12

Frankenwerft

Enjoy the wonderful panoramic view on the promenade of the Rhine with stimulating stories about this historical area ...

13

Gross St. Martin

Even older than the famous Cologne Cathedral, the tour participant experiences exciting details in a special atmosphere when looking at this wonderful church.

14

Tunnes-und-Schal-Statuen

The heart and humor of Cologne's Rhine metropolis - let yourself be surprised and have a lot of fun ...

15

Willi-Ostermann-Brunnen

Carnival is part of Cologne and at this point it becomes particularly clear ... Humor and a good mood guaranteed ...

16

Heumarkt

One of the most important old market places and one of the centers of life in Cologne ...

17

Alter Markt

Discover the special features of this cultural center of the cathedral city ...

18

Jan von Werth Fountain

Here our guests can find out something extraordinary about the topics of love, drama and legends: Let yourself be surprised ...

19

Historic Town Hall

Here, on our discovery tour, we discover the oldest town hall in Germany, which is beautiful to look at. What there is to discover when you take a closer look at the details of this town hall will completely surprise and fascinate you.

20

Pretorio Romano

The outstanding importance of Cologne at the time of the Roman Empire is highlighted again at this point ...

21

Heinzelmaennchenbrunnen

Cologne has many old myths and fascinating fairy tales to offer. At this point you will learn more about what it is all about on our cultural walk through Cologne.

22

Roncalliplatz Model of Spire

Here our tour participants are clearly shown that the Cologne Cathedral is truly one of the tallest buildings that could find a special place in the world history of architecture ...

23

Roman North Gate

On our tour you can discover a piece of the tangible history of Cologne at the time of the Roman Empire and learn exciting and fascinating facts about the city's foundation around 2000 years ago ...

What's included / not included

Professional tour guide
SnacksBottled waterAlcoholic beverages

Additional information

Accessibility and comfort

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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