Top Cologne Cultural Tours

Get more out of your sightseeing time in Cologne, and explore the handsome old town with a guide. This top-rated walking tour combines the history of sights like Cologne Cathedral and Hohenzollern Bridge with fun curiosities to keep your interest piqued as you explore. For an extra perk, you'll receive a Cologne gift when you finish the tour.

Visitors unfamiliar with Cologne’s unusual brewhouse etiquette may find themselves confused by the system. On this brewhouse tour, find out how the ordering process works and—crucially—how to indicate you’ve had your fill. Visit four traditional brewhouses with a guide, savoring a glass of kölsch—Cologne’s signature beer style—at each.

Experience Cologne’s magical nighttime landscape from the water on this evening Rhine River cruise. Dine and drink à la carte from the onboard restaurant against the backdrop of illuminated landmarks like the famous Cologne Cathedral. With comfortable amenities and unparalleled views of riverside landmarks, it’s a memorable way to spend an evening in Germany’s fourth-largest city.

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.

Guarantee your entry to Schokoladenmuseum (Chocolate Museum), one of Cologne’s top attractions, by booking your admission ticket in advance. A must-visit for all lovers of sweet treats, the Schokoladenmuseum takes you on a journey through the history of chocolate and promises to indulge your sweet tooth with hand-crafted chocolate. Purchasing your ticket before arrival means you’ll skip lines that are often in excess of one hour.

Trade a traditional guided tour of Cologne for a personalized walking tour based on a new travel concept. Meeting up with a Lokafyer guide is like having a friend to show you around Cologne, from the coolest neighborhoods to the places locals actually eat. Since you’ll connect with the guide to talk or chat before the tour, you can customize the experience to your preferences and interests.

Enjoy a 2- or 3-course meal with a little rock’n’roll heritage on the side on this 2-hour skip-the-line Hard Rock Cafe visit in Cologne. Head to the famous Hard Rock Cafe in the heart of Cologne and beat the queues with your skip-the-line entry ticket to head straight inside. Take a seat and admire music memorabilia including Elvis Presley’s sunglasses, Kiss’ bass guitars and Hendrix's vest. Enjoy classic dishes such as honey-mustard chicken sandwich or hickory-smoked bbq ribs with a drink. Upgrade your ticket to choose from the 3-course menu.

Learn how Eau de Cologne was first produced 300 years ago, by visiting Farina Fragrance Museum in Cologne. You'll avoid long lines by having a pre-booked ticket, and going on a guided tour will help make the most of your visit. Smell different fragrances, see the original arched cellar, learn about perfume production, and see rare historic items. A magnificent tour that helps you step back in time, and understand true craftsmanship.

Segway Tour Cologne is located in the heart of the city and is easily accessible with public transportation. When you visit Cologne for the first time, this is the ideal tour for you. On this 3-hour tour, you will discover the most famous sights of the city. You'll see attractions like the Cathedral, Fragrance Museum, Hohenzollern Bridge and Rheinauhafen. Besides having fun driving the Segway, your guide will give you an explanation about the history of this exciting city. Numbers are limited to 8 on this small-group tour, ensuring personalized attention from a guide. • 3-hour Segway Tour to Cologne's most famous sights • Your expert guide wants to give explanations at each stop • We only use original Segway PT • Learn about the history of the city • Have fun driving the Segway through Cologne's vibrant streets • Small-group format ensures a personalized experience

See more of Cologne in less time—and enjoy an active way to explore—on this private bike tour. Pick between numerous daily departure times, meet your guide in the center of town, and grab your bikes and helmets. You’ll cover roughly 10 miles (16 kilometers) of the city, and will spy the UNESCO-listed Cologne Cathedral, Hohenzollern Bridge, Kölner Philharmonie, and more. As you go, learn all about Cologne’s history.

Discover the popular attractions of Cologne as well as its hidden secrets on this interactive city discovery game. You won’t have to learn how to use new devices, as the game can be accessed from your smartphone. It can also be used on multiple devices at once, so you won’t have a problem if your battery dies. Solve 15 clues and discover Cologne’s old town gems while you're playing. It’s a great way to go sightseeing and have fun at the same time.

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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.

Discover Cologne playfully, with a scavenger hunt! You can expect a modern city rally, where you come across tricky puzzles and interesting information about Cologne's history. Feel like Sherlock Holmes and reveal the secrets of the city. Playfully gain new insights and have fun. On the approx. 2.5km long route you will learn interesting facts and myths, meet women who have shaped the development of Cologne, get to know the attractive places of the Rhine metropolis. Immediately after the start you dive into a world full of hidden clues and enigmatic pictures. At the end of each task, exciting information about the respective sights awaits you. ⭐ HIGH lights »Independence of tourist guides and groups »Only a smartphone with internet connection needed »Suitable for individuals and groups »Playful mediation of interesting contents »Informative, exciting, amusing »Already from 6 Euro per person

Avoid the rigid schedules of traditional walking tours and explore Cologne at your own pace with this self-guided audio tour. Narrated by Marcel Krüger, the tour takes you past major city sights, such as the Cologne Cathedral and Museum Ludwig, and offers insight into the city’s history and culture.

This Experience is provided by a private Local. Each LocalBini Experience is conducted in a small group of up to 8 people. Discover the historical side of Cologne with a passionate local who wants to share all the historical and fun facts about Cologne. Our excursion will start at the Synagogue because Cologne has a deep Jewish history! Learn about how the city has grown and changed over time. From visiting the churches to discovering the history behind the Hahnen Gate or even The Domincan Church of St. Andrew, discover unique sites that an ordinary tourist tour won’t show you! We always knew travelling was the best way of learning, but having a knowledgeable Local by your side to give you insider tips and share local secrets is even better! Of course, if you want to learn about something in particular or have a special interest, just let me know, and I will adjust the itinerary for you!

This Experience is provided by a private local. Each LocalBini Experience is conducted in a small group of up to 8 people. Find out the different cultural and artistic characteristics that makes this city unique, and enjoy the buzzing community and city ambience! Whether you are visiting Cologne as a returning tourist who wants to get to know the city a bit better, or if this is your first time, this Experience is for you! While walking the streets of Cologne and looking at the amazing, unique street art or getting to know more about the city’s galleries and museums, you will hear about street-art artists as well as contemporary artists and their close connection to Cologne. I will share with you the art and cultural world of my city, where you will see, hear, and experience how colorful and multifaceted Cologne is!

During the tour you will learn something about the history of the second oldest city in Germany, e.g. why a Roman empress absolutely wanted to give the city its name, why it took so long until the cathedral was finished, why all the waiters in Cologne have the same name, what we found right in front of the town hall, why the Schmitz family has a monument here has and much more. Everything is presented in an entertaining manner, with a wink and typical Cologne humor.

Visit beautiful Cologne on this private, guided sightseeing tour, great for those with limited time in the city. Enjoy personalized attention while learning about the history of the city, a landmark of High Gothic architecture set amidst the reconstructed Old Town. See the Cologne Cathedral and the Romanesque Catholic Great St. Martin Church, plus visit bustling Roncalliplatz, the historic Alter Markt square and much more. Cologne hotel pickup and drop-off are included.

This Experience is provieded by a private Local. Each LocalBini Experience is conducted in a small group of up to 8 people. Come with me to discover the city of Cologne through your camera lense! Join me on this short city walk for the unique opportunity to get to know the city from an insider’s point of view and take stunning pictures of it at the same time! Our walk will take us from the St. Gereon's Church to the old fortification of the city. While you use your camera to capture the beauty of Cologne, you will also get to discover local spots and hidden gems that a typical tourist tour won’t show you. Treat your curiosity by discovering an alternative side of Cologne and all the unique beauty it has to offer! Don't forget to book the Experience at a suitable time to have the best light possible for the pictures! And be sure to capture the towering heights and romanesque beauty of Great St. Martin’s Church, a favourite landmark among the locals.

During the tour you will learn something about the history of the second oldest city in Germany, e.g. why a Roman empress absolutely wanted to give the city its name, why it took so long until the cathedral was finished, why all the waiters in Cologne have the same name, what we found right in front of the town hall, why the Schmitz family has a monument here has and much more. Everything is presented in an entertaining manner, with a wink and typical Cologne humor.

An exclusive tour for all the romantics of the world! Together with the professional local guide, you will visit the most romantic places in the city. What is so impressive about Cologne cathedral? You will feel spellbound in a charming atmosphere. What is considered as one of the best places to have a date in the city? Where can you make lovely photos? You will be surprised how many historical love stories are hidden in the streets, buildings, parks of the city. From heartbreaking and tragic, to the hilarious or spicy ones. What is so romantic about the Cologne Triangle? What is the most famous historical couple of the Germany country? This tour is especially recommended in the Saint Valentine period!

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Make the most of your time in Germany—and see the best of Düsseldorf in just half a day—on this private tour from Cologne. Pick between multiple departure times, and head north to Düsseldorf (transit own expense). Upon arrival, explore the city’s key attractions with your guide. Admire the Old Town Hall, visit the Castle Tower (the only remaining part of the city’s historical castle), see the Arts Academy, and more.