Old Town Cologne
Cologne
Visit Old Town Cologne
Popular places to visit
Cologne Cathedral
Admire the stunning Gothic architecture and golden sarcophagus of the three wise men in this magnificent cathedral.
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.
Old Market
Cologne's marketplace during medieval times is now a hot spot for café culture and outdoor entertainment.
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.
Hay Market
Learn about the local history of Cologne with a stop at Hay Market. Amble around this culturally rich area's riverfront, or seek out the local tours.
Neumarkt
You can find out about the history of Cologne when you stop by Neumarkt. Amble around this culturally rich area's riverfront or experience its fascinating museums.
Things to do
Cologne: Brewery Tour with 3 Kölsch Beer Tastings
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 Old Town Cologne
Maritim Hotel Köln
Nice location and comfortable room. Close to all amenities we needed
Reviewed on May 10, 2026
Pullman Cologne
Clean and comfortable, great value for money
Reviewed on May 5, 2026
Novotel Köln City
Great location close to everything we needed, with very helpful and welcoming staff. The on-site parking was a big plus and made getting around very convenient.
Reviewed on May 15, 2026
URBAN LOFT Cologne
Great vibe and location, lovely staff and wonderful night manager Chris!❤️
Reviewed on May 11, 2026
Premier Inn Köln City Süd
The staff was friendly and helpful. The breakfast was good. The property was clean and maintained. I would recommend. I would stay there again
Reviewed on May 14, 2026
Excelsior Hotel Ernst am Dom
Large elegantly appointed room with every amenity you could hope for. Hotel was a three minute walk from the train station. Cozy little bar on site. Walkable to multiple restaurants.
Reviewed on May 10, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Old Town Cologne
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-Süd
Known for its abundant dining options and interesting museums, there's plenty to explore in Altstadt-Süd. Top attractions like Chocolate Museum and Rheinau Harbour are major draws, and you can catch the metro at Severinstrasse U-Bahn or Poststrasse 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.
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.
Neustadt-Süd
Noted for its shopping and restaurants, there's plenty to explore in Neustadt-Süd. Top attractions like Rhine and Volkstheater Millowitsch are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Eifelstrasse U-Bahn or Eifelplatz U-Bahn to see more of the city.
Belgian Quarter
While you're in Belgian Quarter, take in top sights like Friesenplatz and jump on the metro at Friesenplatz U-Bahn to see more of the city.
