Top Cologne Tours by Duration

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.

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.

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.

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 according to your wishes. At a later point in time, you can get back on board and continue your journey. Experience the ride in a large convertible when the weather is nice. Yellow and red double-deckers alternate on this tour. You can hop on any of these buses with your ticket and start or continue your journey. Every 30 minutes / first tour from the cathedral at 10:00 am / last tour from the cathedral at 5:00 pm / return at 6:30 pm.

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.

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.

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.

With its scenic waterfront, grand bridges, and UNESCO-listed Cathedral, Cologne offers an atmospheric backdrop for a cycling tour. This bike tour ensures that you maximize your time, exploring much further than a walking tour. The circuit takes in landmarks such as Cologne Cathedral, Hohenzollern Bridge, and the Rhine River, including plenty of photo stops along the way.

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.

Birthplace of Eau de Cologne, Cologne is a wonderful medieval city composed of several World Heritage Sites like the Cologne Cathedral and Brühl Castle. This tour covers all Cologne's great architectures, but also its history by visiting the Fragrance Museum, and the Chocolate Museum. It will be a wonder for your sense of smell, taste, and sight. Tour timings are flexible and can be amended depending on availability.

This Christmas market special tour starts at Brauerei zur Malzmühle, the second oldest still existing brewery in Cologne! There we will be served traditional local starters and you will get an introduction to the local beer specialty Kölsch and the rich culture surrounding it. Of course, you have plenty of time to try the best beer in the world! Afterwards we will start to explore Cologne's magnificent Christmas markets and enjoy some warming mulled wine or try more refreshing Kölsch beers. We will finish the tour in a traditional local brewhouse, where you have the possibility to have à la carte dinner. To allow more flexibility, drinks are not included in this tour, but can be ordered for the original price. Enjoy this tour with a small number of guests (not more than 10 guests per tour)!

Discover Cologne’s top attractions, all in one single, private tour. Pick between multiple daily tour times, meet your guide in the city center, and enjoy a seamless way to explore this history-saturated city. You’ll visit the UNESCO-listed Cologne Cathedral (entry own expense), will admire the 900-year-old Historic Town Hall, will explore the Alter Markt (Old Market Square), and more.

Visit the 2000 years old city of Bonn, situated on the banks of the Rhine in the German state of North Rhine-Westphalia. Tour timings are flexible and can be amended depending on availability.

Cologne is home to a bounty of local, must-eat foods and one of the great joys of a holiday abroad is sampling the local cuisine and the food in Cologne is amongst the best in Europe. Experience fantastic art and architecture, a rich Medieval history and innovative modern additions in Cologne which has the reputation of being the most cosmopolitan, modern and avant-garde city in Germany. Our fun and entertaining guide will make this a memorable experience for you filled with sightseeing, visiting local popular hangout places and trying the local food & drinks. It is one of the best experiences to immerse yourself into the rich German culture.

Cologne is romantic, historic, and gorgeous. Experience the best of everything in this city. Our fun and entertaining guide will make this a memorable experience for you filled with sightseeing, visiting local popular hangout places and trying the local food & drinks. It is one of the best experiences to immerse yourself into the rich local culture.

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.