Cologne
Travel Guide
Visit Cologne
Where to stay in Cologne
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 Hohe Strasse, and jump on the metro at Appellhofplatz Breite Strasse U-Bahn or Heumarkt U-Bahn to see more of the city.
Altstadt-Süd
Known for its abundant dining options and interesting museums, there's plenty to explore in Altstadt-Süd. Top attractions like Chocolate Museum and Rheinau Harbour are major draws, and you can catch the metro at Severinstrasse U-Bahn or Poststrasse U-Bahn to see more of the city.
Ehrenfeld
Noted for its bars and shopping, there's plenty to explore in Ehrenfeld. Top attractions like MMC Studios and Neptunbad are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Koernerstrasse U-Bahn or Venloer Strasse Guertel 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.
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.
Maritim Hotel Köln
"We had a nice stay! Property could be a bit cleaner. However, location was perfect! 5 min walk to the cathedral."
Reviewed on 15 June 2026
Premier Inn Köln City Süd
URBAN LOFT Cologne
"EXCELLENT! Super easy check-in with friendly staff. Very accomodating. Loved having water and coffee available in the lobby, comfortable bed, well kept property. Super close to train station and convenient to river attractions. Not your typical chain hotel, highly recommend!"
Reviewed on 16 June 2026
Adina Apartment Hotel Cologne
"It was excellent!! My family and I loved every part of it."
Reviewed on 15 June 2026
Limehome Köln Friesenplatz
"loved the location of the property and its convenience"
Reviewed on 26 May 2026
Numa Cologne Ehrenfeld
"Das Hotel liegt perfekt zwischen dem Ehrenfeld und dem Stadtzentrum. Der online Check in verlief reibungslos. Zimmer war sauber und sehr modern eingerichtet. Blick auf die Kölner Skyline war ein echtes Highlight. Frühstück ok aber sehr günstig."
Reviewed on 26 March 2026
Popular places to visit
Phantasialand
Enjoy the exciting rides at Phantasialand and see why this is a popular amusement park in Bruehl. Discover the fascinating museums in this walkable area, or seek out the local tours.
Cologne Cathedral
You can learn about the local history of Cologne when you make a stop at a top site like Cologne Cathedral. Stroll along the riverfront in this culturally rich area, or seek out the local tours.
LANXESS Arena
Catch an event at LANXESS Arena during your trip to Cologne. Amble around this culturally rich area's riverfront or experience its fascinating museums.
Cologne Zoo
Meet the animals who call Cologne Zoo home during your trip to Cologne. Stroll along the riverfront or visit the stunning cathedral in this culturally rich area.
Musical Dome
Enjoy a performance at Musical Dome, a theater with a story to tell in Cologne. Make time for the stunning cathedral and local tours in this culturally rich area.
RheinEnergieStadion
Catch an event at RheinEnergieStadion during your trip to Cologne. Stroll along the riverfront in this culturally rich area, or check out its local chocolate shops.
