Cologne hotels

Situated on the River Rhine, Cologne is an historic and vibrant city in Germany. One of the largest cities of the Holy Roman Empire, visitors here will find plenty of things to do in Cologne. Start out in the Old Town and tour historic sites like Cologne Cathedral, or Kölner Dom, where you can climb up 509 stairs for stunning views over the city. Also, discover the 12 other beautiful churches with their Romanesque architecture, including St. Cunibert, St. Andreas, and St. Aposteln.

Another one of the top Cologne attractions is its many museums. View beautiful local and international art at the Museum für Angewandte Kunst, the Wallraf-Richartz-Museum & Fondation Corboud, and Museum Ludwig. To learn more about local history, head to the Römisch-Germanisches Museum instead. Next, stroll through one of the many lovely Cologne neighborhoods.

Head to the bohemian Agnesviertel or enjoy the modern harbor area of Rheinauhafen. Plus, don’t miss natural areas, including Cologne’s Botanical Garden. In the evening, enjoy top local eats like German sausages and fantastic brews. And, if you are in Cologne in February, then you can have fun at the city’s biggest festival, the Kölner Karneval.