English guided tour (other languages offered)

37 Reviews

Cologne, Germany

English guided tour (other languages offered)

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We had an issue with our original booking. The ticket company cancelled our booking but never informed us. We showed up for our tour only to be told it wasn’t going ahead. Thankfully the staff at the museum sorted the problem and we were able to join a tour the next day. However, if this had been our last day it would have been more disappointing.

Aside from this, we really enjoyed the tour. The tour guide was knowledgeable about the history and kept things quite fun. The price (€5) is super cheap and well worth it. You even get a small bottle of the world’s first cologne which was a lovely souvenir. I actually would’ve liked to pay a little extra for a longer tour because it was so interesting and the guide was great.

I would highly recommend this tour. Very cheap, with great staff and tour guide.

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45 minutes (Approx.)

Mobile ticket

Offered in: English

Overview

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.

Beat the crowds—Farina Fragrance Museum admission ticket included
Learn about the history of Eau de Cologne from a guide
Make the most of your time in Cologne by learning about its famous perfume
Get a glimpse of rare historical artefacts from the 18th century

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What's Included

General guided tour in English (other languages offered: farina.org)

Food and drinks

Transportation to/from attractions

Departure & Return

Departure Point

Duftmuseum im Farina-Haus, Obenmarspforten 21, 50667 Cologne, North Rhine-Westphalia Germany

Departure Time

4:00 PM

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Not wheelchair accessible
Service animals allowed
Near public transportation
other languages offered (farina.org)
Most travelers can participate
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 15 travelers
OPERATED BY Farina Duftmuseum / Fragrance Museum

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What is the policy on face masks and attendee health during English guided tour (other languages offered)?

The policy on face masks and attendee health is:

Face masks required for travelers in public areas

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What is the policy on sanitization during English guided tour (other languages offered)?

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Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff

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Social distancing enforced throughout experience

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The true history of 'Eau de Cologne'!

Ferenc

, Jul 2020

Very interesting to find out everything about the origins of the oldest perfume house in the world! The guided tour was a bit of history, but also practical. Lovely to see the ancient bottles and perfume production artifacts in the cellars of the original building from 1709, and do a smelling exercise ourselves! All in all, a memorable experience!

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Farina Perfume Museum, Cologne

DayTrip58104216488

, Jul 2019

The tour is pretty informational and the price is fair with a free sample of 5ml original perfume. Good to know that #4711is not the same as Farina.

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Nice Place

rh46rh

, Jun 2019

This was an interesting tour. It was well-narrated. It was nice to receive a little sample bottle of cologne.

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I had no idea of the history of Eau...

Catherine M

, Apr 2018

I had no idea of the history of Eau de Cologne and the links to the city. It was not only an insightful tour, but as a perfume lover it was wonderful to have the chance to learn the different notes etc in the process.

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site de reservatioon mediocre

emna922019

, Nov 2019

l'affichage sur les ticket date différentes que celle lors de la réservation à fuir! escro!!!! null , on n'a meme pas pu faire la visite

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Merita davvero, da non perdere!

elisaditomaso

, Jul 2019

Una bella visita di circa un’ora...un’occasione per conoscere il mondo del profumo con guide professionali e divertenti.