Cologne Attractions

Location: Germany

Languages: German

Best Time to Visit: May to October

Time Zone: GMT+1/ +2

Driving Side: Right Side

Main Attractions: Altenberg Cathedral, Museum of Applied Art, Old Town Hall, Roman-Germanic Museum, Schnütgen Museum, St Gereon's Church, St Maria in the Capitol, etc.

 

Cologne is one of the oldest cities in Germany founded by Romans. Lying on the bank of River Rhine, it is famous for the Cologne Cathedral (Kölner Dom), which is the seat of the Roman Catholic Archbishop of Cologne. Apart from this, it is known for the University of Cologne, which is one of Europe's oldest universities. It is a key cultural center of Rhineland, as it houses numerous museums and galleries. Besides, a number of fairs and exhibitions are held here every year, such as Cologne Carnival, Cologne Comedy Festival, etc. The city also offers activities like pampering oneself with relaxing spa experiences and enjoying sports activities held at the sports venues throughout the city. Thus, Cologne offers some exotic tourist attractions for the visitors. To grab more information on things to do in Cologne, read on.

 

Cologne offers some of the most ancient and majestic Roman structures to be explored. The Altenberg Cathedral is a must visit place for all the visitors. Designated as a World Heritage Site, it boasts of preserving the relics of Three Magi.  Apart from this, there are around 12 Romanesque Church, which will take you back in the history. Moreover, there are a number of historical and primeval buildings and art galleries, which have stood the test of time and stand undeterred, scattered in the city.

On your sightseeing tour across Cologne, don’t miss out on the many marvelous museums situated within the bounds of the city. There are around 30 museums in Cologne, all of which preserve some of the precious vestiges of the past. Some of the worth-visiting museums include Chocolate Museum, containing a diverse collection of chocolate art creations. Gestapo Prison is an old Nazi prison, preserved in its innate state. Museum Ludwig is a sheer delight for the art lovers, as it houses one of the world’s largest Picasso’s collections. Sport lovers must pay a visit to the German Sports and Olympic Museum, which documents the history of Olympics and German Olympians.

 

Parks
If you are in search of some peace and tranquility, the Parks dotting the city are an ideal place to hang out. The Rheinpark, situated towards the west of the Rhine and the City Center, provides ample opportunities to the visitors to witness the serene waters of the river as well as the savor the marvels of the city life. The beautiful expanse of the park offers walking paths, lush flora and a small golf course at one of the end corners. Volksgarten is yet another lovely park located in the south region of the city. It offers some pleasing vistas in a lakeside setting, making it an ideal spot for picnics.