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Recommended trip: 2–4 day(s)

Recommended trip: 2–4 day(s)

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A must-see in Germany! The light and shadows from the stained glass windows of Cologne Cathedral are as beautiful as a movie scene@Cologne Cathedral

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Things to do in Cologne

What to do

Looking for things to do in Cologne? We provide up-to-date info on everything from must-see scenic spots to local hangouts.
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Cologne Cathedral

Cologne Cathedral

4.8/5827 Reviews
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Cologne Chocolate Museum

Cologne Chocolate Museum

4.6/5191 Reviews
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Rheinauhafen District

Rheinauhafen District

4.5/545 Reviews
Duftmuseum im Farina-Haus

Duftmuseum im Farina-Haus

4.2/597 Reviews
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Museum Ludwig

Museum Ludwig

4.2/566 Reviews
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Hohenzollern Bridge

Hohenzollern Bridge

4.5/5220 Reviews
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Great St. Martin Church

Great St. Martin Church

4.3/5101 Reviews
Old Street along Rhine

Old Street along Rhine

4.5/570 Reviews
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Cologne City Hall

Cologne City Hall

4.3/570 Reviews
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Historic buildings
Dom Treasury

Dom Treasury

4.5/563 Reviews
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Where to stay

Discover the most popular places to stay in Cologne, complete with recommendations from fellow travelers and special hotel offers
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What to eat

Want to eat like a local? Don't miss out on these top Cologne dishes and foodie spots.
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La Tortue I Tapas Köln

La Tortue I Tapas Köln

4.2/555 Reviews
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Western-style
Avg. €25/person
Haxenhaus zum Rheingarten

Haxenhaus zum Rheingarten

4.2/5152 Reviews
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Western-style
Avg. €23/person
Hase Restaurant

Hase Restaurant

4.6/5141 Reviews
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Western-style
Avg. €33/person
Hard Rock Cafe

Hard Rock Cafe

4.0/549 Reviews
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Western-style
Avg. €14/person
Borsalino

Borsalino

4.6/562 Reviews
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Vegetarian
Hanoi September Köln

Hanoi September Köln

4.8/5139 Reviews
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Southeast Asian
La Verde

La Verde

4.5/514 Reviews
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Western-style
Avg. €16/person
Limbourg

Limbourg

4.6/551 Reviews
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Western-style
Cafe Reichard

Cafe Reichard

4.3/59 Reviews
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Western-style
Avg. €8/person
El Gaucho

El Gaucho

4.4/547 Reviews
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Barbeque
Avg. €38/person
Brauerei zur Malzmuehle

Brauerei zur Malzmuehle

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Bars/Bistros
Avg. €14/person
Grubers Restaurant

Grubers Restaurant

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Western-style

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A medieval architectural marvel, Cologne Cathedral's stained glass windows and spires are truly breathtaking.

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Cologne: FAQ

What's the most popular attractions in Cologne?

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Here are the best places to visit in Cologne, including: Cologne Cathedral,Hohenzollern Bridge,Imhoff-Stollwerck Museum

How to get to Bonn from Cologne?

Convenient by train

What's the best food in Cologne?

In Germany, there may be no more cities like Cologne with so many restaurants and cafes, wineries and bars, and fast food and small restaurants are just a few. From the town hall there is a narrow road that runs north along the Rhine. There are plenty of bars, wineries and intricate coffee houses lined up, perfect for a break. In the summer, many visits will also set up a balcony on the Rhine River, where you can have a cold beer and it is unbeatable. It is not surprising that the rich and delicious food is in Cologne. Here, the famous blood sausage, German salted pork bone and mashed potatoes. These three can be said to be more representative of the special dishes in the Cologne diet. There are also many world-famous local dishes in Cologne, such as baby stewed chicken diced meat, onion-roasted goose meat, white wine stewed oxtail, cheese fried egg squid, and crispy bread. If you want to eat authentic, then it is best to come to Cologne.

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