What to do and see in Cologne, North Rhine-Westphalia: The Best Sightseeing Tours

February 6, 2022 Veronika Gaddis

There are 2,000 years of history in Cologne, and visitors here will find everything from Roman towers to Gothic churches to fine examples of modern architecture. Cologne has a variety of museums, too—check out the Museum of Applied Art, the Museum Ludwig and, if you have a sweet tooth, the Chocolate Museum. Be forewarned, though—the gift shop at the latter will utterly ruin your diet.
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1. Private Full Day Sightseeing tour to Cologne Germany from Amsterdam

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Because of COVID-19 we have taken special hygiene measures. Each vehicle has a plastic screen, is disinfected before each journey and our drivers are trained and provide appropriate materials to ensure social distancing measures are met with all passengers. Enjoy one of Germany's most incredible cities on this Cologne private sightseeing tour from Amsterdam. There is a possibility to visit the Chocolate museum, the Dom of Cologne, make a boat trip over the Rheine and lunch in one of the best local restaurants at Oma's. This tour is flexibel what means you can choose what you want to do or see in Cologne. You will be picked up at your hotel or other address in Amsterdam by a professional driver in a Mercedes sedan, minivan or 2 minivans and the drop off after the tour is also at your hotel.

Inclusions: Toll and parking costs, Bottled water, Hotel pick up and drop off, Transport by air-conditioned sedan/minivan, Driver/guide, Local taxes, Tickets for the Chocolate museum

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Reviewed By 732olafure

The drive to dusseldorf. Smooth and nice. The greeting in Amsterdam airport The driver Gerardo a very good gay

2. Old Town Private Brewhouse Tour

Kiosk Am Heumarkt, Heumarkt 39, 50667 Köln, Germany The Kölsch Crew
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With our passion for Cologne and its local beer specialty Kölsch, we want to take you on a journey to our favorite brewhouses in town. Become part of the Crew and try different Kölsch brands and learn why we love Kölsch so much! We spontaneously adapt every single tour to the group, so we can truly say: Our Cologne - Your tour! On our brewhouse tour in Cologne's old town, our guides will bring you to four traditional brewhouses. In each brewhouse you have the possibility to try their unique Kölsch and our entertaining guide will tell you everything you need to know about Kölsch, Cologne and the local mentality.

Inclusions: Exclusive insight to our favorite brewhouses

Exclusions: To allow a cheaper and fair price for all group sizes, we do not include drinks in this tour. But they can be bought for affordable prices in the brewhouses.

Reviewed By airforceike44

Ross, our tour guide was excellent. Very knowledgeable, funny, and showed us 4 great places to have a Kölsch. Each beer had its own unique taste and highly recommend this tour to anyone. Shout out to the Brit friends we met on the tour.

3. City Tour Cologne in a double-decker bus

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With us you can easily explore the city in 90 minutes. With our HopOn-HopOff ticket, you can get off at various stops and get to know the city better as you wish. You can then get on again at a later point in time and continue the journey. If the weather is nice, experience the ride in the large red convertible.

Inclusions: HopOn HopOff ticket valid for 24 hours

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4. Cologne City Tour Experience cathedral city on the Rhine

Petrusbrunnen, Papstterrasse des Kölner Doms, Roncalliplatz 2, 50667 Köln, Germany SDS Stadtführungen
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DISCOVER UNKNOWN DETAILS OF COLOGNE Welcome to an interesting and exciting journey through 2000 years of city history - from the Roman city foundation (CCAA) Colonia to "Kölle" to today's Cologne. Discover on this special Cologne CITY TOUR not only the already obvious, but especially for visitors Cologne rather hidden and thus less known attractions of the internationally famous Rhine metropolis. "Unknown details": Experience has shown that many tour visitors - even if they live and / or work in and around Cologne - have come to know many new, previously unknown, fascinating backgrounds, places and details of Cologne on our tours ... Learn the The popular, cosmopolitan city of the cathedral can be known to us in a different way by discovering surprising and unexpected details that are only really known to a few people at the KÖLN-CITY TOUR.

Inclusions: Professional tour guide

Exclusions: We would be happy to give you recommendations on where to eat and drink, We are happy to recommend where you can buy bottled drinking water, We would be happy to give you recommendations on where to eat and drink

Reviewed By jakeyjakejake

Everything you would want for a tour full of fascinating information and humour. A personalized experience left us feeling better settled in Cologne and excited to explore some more parts of the city. Great time - I'd really recommend this experience to anyone visiting Cologne!

5. Cologne night tour "Torch tour alternative night watchman"

Petrusbrunnen, Papstterrasse des Kölner Doms, Roncalliplatz 2, 50667 Köln, Germany SDS Stadtführungen
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UNIQUE NIGHT GUIDED TOUR IN COLOGNE: THE IDEAL MIX OF ENTERTAINMENT & KNOWLEDGE Your special night experience on the weekend! You can expect an atmospheric and really extraordinary nightly torch tour with the legendary Till of Cologne: When the sun goes down and sinks in the Rhine, the nocturnal Cologne awakens to new life and shows its other side for the guests of the TILL NIGHT GUIDANCE. In the magic of the night, reinforced by the moonshine, sometimes forgotten history and people come to life. The legendary TILL takes you on nocturnal paths through winding streets and hidden corners of the city. You wander with him through past centuries from Colonia to Kölle back to today's Cologne. TILL will illuminate your path with his torch, so you can see hidden and undiscovered even in the dark.

Inclusions: Costumed tour guide with torch for this special night walking tour through the old town of Cologne

Exclusions: We are happy to give you recommendations on where to go after the tour, We are happy to give you tips on where to get something to drink before or after our tour, We are happy to give you tips on where to get something to eat before or after our tour

Reviewed By jinapark3

Excellent tour! Such a fun and informative time in a small group due to covid. Would highly recommend. Was very accommodating although I booked a day before for the tour as well.

6. Cologne Like a Local: Customized Private Tour

Willi Ostermann Brunnen, Köln-Altstadt-Nord, 50667 Cologne, Germany Willi Ostermann Brunnen, Köln-Altstadt-Nord, 50667 Cologne, Germany
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Get to know the city through the eyes of a passionate local. With no set itinerary, you can customize the tour or leave it up to the local for an insightful introduction to the city. Make travel about the people you meet not just the places you see. With our walking tours, you’ll skip the mundane historical tours and discover the city through a local’s eyes. Experience a tour that will transform the way you travel to make it as much about the people you meet, as it is the places you see. Our local guides (Lokafyers) are passionate about their city and eager to share their knowledge and perspective. Since Lokafyers are not professional guides and tour occasionally, they provide an experience that’s authentic and personal, like a friend showing you around their city. By the end of the tour, you'll feel comfortable navigating the city and confident that you have all the information you need to make the most of your stay.

Inclusions: Local guide "Lokafyer", Customized private walking tour

Exclusions: Personal expenses, Tips and gratuities (optional), Optional activity costs, Food and drinks, Transportation to/from attractions (It’s a walking tour, car transportation isn’t included)

7. Private-Group Bike Tour of Cologne with Guide

Gereonswall 2-4, 50668 Köln, Germany Colonia Aktiv Tours
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On this tour our guide will be exclusively there for you and your friends, family, clubmates or colleagues. Combine classic sightseeing with a relaxing bike tour of Cologne. You will ride along a scenic route 10m (15km) that takes you to the city's highlights. See the legendary cathedral city located along the Rhine River, dating back about 2,000 years. Enjoy numerous photo stops with great panoramic views, the personalized experience only a private (group) activity provides, and commentary from your professional guide. This tour is the best and most compact way to get to know the city and asorb it's atmossphere. Bike and helmet is included.

Inclusions: Guide, Use of bicycle, Bike helmet, Rain poncho (in case of rain)

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Reviewed By Duchess1985

Really informative and friendly guide. You see and learn things about cologne not on the usual tourist trail

8. Private Cologne Ghost Tour: Haunted City Center Exploration Game

Aachener Str. 204, 50931 Köln, Germany Questo Cologne | City Games & Tours
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Embark on a quest around Cologne by solving clues that will take you to the most haunted places in the city, all with the help of your smartphone. Unlock new stories as you discover on your own Cologne Cathedral, Domplatte, the historic Old Town, and more. + Discover the most haunted streets, villas, and squares in the city + Find out the horror stories of the people who used to live there + Solve clues on your phone while you visit the haunted Cologne You are invited to discover the captive souls, the spirits and the mysterious skeletons of Cologne with an interactive city exploration app. Each clue will lead you from one place to another, giving you exact directions, so you won’t need a map, a GPS or a guide. When you solve it and guess the answer, the secret story of that place is unlocked. Along the way, you’ll find horror stories that will give you the chills. Dare you go on this tour?

Inclusions: Full flexibility: start at any hour, take a break at any time and resume later, This tour is always available to book. We are open 24/7, every day of the week., This is the safest tour you can book: private, no human contact, you will avoid crowds., Play offline: you DON'T NEED an internet connection to play this city game

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9. Cologne Walking tour of Old Town

Cologne, Germany BlackBuck Travels
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Visit the city of Cologne, which is the largest city of Germany, where you will perceive with your eyes, the famous landmarks: -The tallest twin-spired Catholic cathedral which is also a renowned world heritage site. -You will learn about the history of Germany’s oldest city hall, dating 900 years old. -Discover the history revealed by the ancient documents of the great St. Martin church. -End your tour by visiting the historic Old Market Place of the city. Tour timings are flexible and can be amended depending on availability.

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Reviewed By Flyer560674

Martin Luther is NOT the same historical figure as MARTIN LUTHER KING Jr. Germany is not the same nation as the US. Martin Luther was the great GERMAN reformer of the 1500s. Martin Luther King Jr. was the great civil rights American reformer of the 1960s. I keep trying to help this organization, but they don't seem to worry about trivia like historical facts.

10. Cologne Sightseeing round-trip Cruise

Cologne, Cologne, North Rhine-Westphalia Köln-Düsseldorfer Deutsche Rheinschiffahrt AG
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Enjoy a one-hour panoramic Rhine River sightseeing cruise and soak in the spirit of Cologne. The Rhine River provides access to many of the city’s major attractions, such as Cologne Cathedral, and during your cruise, you'll see top sights and learn about Cologne's 2,000-year history from the onboard audio commentary. While you take in the beautiful city sights, enjoy a freshly tapped glass of Koelsch, a famous local beer available for purchase. If one hour simply isn't enough, upgrade to the two-hour nighttime cruise!

Inclusions: Mobile TourGuide with sightseeing information

Exclusions: Gratuities, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Food and drinks

Reviewed By amiraI5030IS

Köln is beatiful reviewing Cologne Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour and Rhine River Sightseeing Cruise is exellence

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