Buchforst
Cologne
Popular places to visit
Phantasialand
Enjoy the exciting rides at Phantasialand and see why this is a popular amusement park in Bruehl. Discover the fascinating museums in this walkable area, or seek out the local tours.
Cologne Cathedral
Admire the stunning Gothic architecture and golden sarcophagus of the three wise men in this magnificent cathedral.
LANXESS Arena
Catch an event at LANXESS Arena during your trip to Cologne. Amble around this culturally rich area's riverfront or experience its fascinating museums.
RheinEnergieStadion
Catch an event at RheinEnergieStadion during your trip to Cologne. Stroll along the riverfront in this culturally rich area, or check out its local chocolate shops.
Musical Dome
Enjoy a performance at Musical Dome, a theater with a story to tell in Cologne. Make time for the stunning cathedral and local tours in this culturally rich area.
Chocolate Museum
Delve into the delectable history of chocolate and sample the confectionary as you find out about the different ways that it is produced around the world.
Things to do
Cologne: Top Sights Rhine River Cruise - Skyline Tour
Cologne: Südstadt Guided Foodie Walking Tour
Cologne: Night Watchman Old Town Walking Tour
Cologne: Kölsch Beer and Brew House 2-Hour Tour
Hard Rock Cafe Cologne Dining Experience
Cologne: KölnCard with Discounts
Top hotels in Buchforst
Maritim Hotel Köln
"Loved the location, hotel is a great thing to try it has such a vibe and a very easy parking underground. Needs a bit of renovation but 5 over all"
Reviewed on May 21, 2026
Pullman Cologne
"Room was clean, attentive staff, lots of great options for breakfast (sweet and savory)"
Reviewed on May 22, 2026
Novotel Köln City
"Checked in and checked out staffs were friendly and helpful. Hotel is about 20 minutes walk from the Cologne Cathedral. The were a lot to see along the way and this made the walk relatively enjoyable."
Reviewed on May 23, 2026
Premier Inn Köln City Süd
"Clean rooms and comfortable bed, but if you sleep hot, bring a fan. We were so hot and the AC wasn’t working yet. Comfortable room but just terribly hot."
Reviewed on May 20, 2026
URBAN LOFT Cologne
"Very clean, spacious room. Good location and close proximity to Kölner Dom. We appreciate the complimentary coffee, tea, and water in the morning. The staff are very nice too."
Reviewed on May 17, 2026
Excelsior Hotel Ernst am Dom
Other neighbourhoods around Buchforst
Kalk
Appreciated for its bars and festivals, you might consider exploring Kalk. Check out the variety of things to see and do like Bergisches Land Nature Park, and jump on the metro at Kalk Kapelle U-Bahn or Kalk Post U-Bahn to get around the city.
Deutz
Museums, shopping, and river views highlight some notable features of Deutz. Make a stop by Cologne Triangle or LANXESS Arena while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Deutzer Freiheit U-Bahn or Deutz Koelnarena U-Bahn to get around town.
Innenstadt
Known for its stunning cathedral and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Innenstadt. Check out top attractions like Cologne Cathedral and Old Market, and jump on the metro at Heumarkt U-Bahn or Appellhofplatz Breite Strasse U-Bahn to see more of the city.
Altstadt-Nord
Known for its stunning cathedral and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Altstadt-Nord. Check out top attractions like Cologne Cathedral and Cologne City Museum, and jump on the metro at Appellhofplatz Breite Strasse U-Bahn or Heumarkt U-Bahn to see more of the city.
Nippes
Nippes is well-liked for its monuments and parks. If you're hoping to get in some sightseeing, Flora and Botanical Garden Cologne and Cologne Cable Car are top spots, and you can jump on the metro at Florastrasse U-Bahn or Lohsestrasse U-Bahn to get around.
Old Town Cologne
Known for its stunning cathedral, stunning river views, and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Old Town Cologne. Top attractions like Cologne Cathedral and Hohe Strasse are major draws. Catch the metro at Heumarkt U-Bahn or Neumarkt U-Bahn to see more of the city.
