

Cologne Old Town (Altstadt)
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Stretching along the west bank of the Rhine River and presided over by the UNESCO-listed Cologne Cathedral, the Old Town (Altstadt) is both the navigational and historical heart of Cologne. With its colorful old buildings, beautiful Romanesque churches, and scenic riverside promenades, it’s an obvious starting point for any exploration of the city.
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Cologne City Tour Experience cathedral city on the Rhine
DISCOVER UNKNOWN DETAILS OF COLOGNE
Welcome to an interesting and exciting journey through 2000 years of city history - from the Roman city foundation (CCAA) Colonia to "Kölle" to today's Cologne. Discover on this special Cologne CITY TOUR not only the already obvious, but especially for visitors Cologne rather hidden and thus less known attractions of the internationally famous Rhine metropolis.
"Unknown details": Experience has shown that many tour visitors - even if they live and / or work in and around Cologne - have come to know many new, previously unknown, fascinating backgrounds, places and details of Cologne on our tours ... Learn the The popular, cosmopolitan city of the cathedral can be known to us in a different way by discovering surprising and unexpected details that are only really known to a few people at the KÖLN-CITY TOUR.
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$30.87
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$30.87
Social distancing enforced throughout experience
Guides required to regularly wash hands
Regular temperature checks for staff

Cologne night tour "Torch tour alternative night watchman"
UNIQUE NIGHT GUIDED TOUR IN COLOGNE: THE IDEAL MIX OF ENTERTAINMENT & KNOWLEDGE
Your special night experience on the weekend! You can expect an atmospheric and really extraordinary nightly torch tour with the legendary Till of Cologne:
When the sun goes down and sinks in the Rhine, the nocturnal Cologne awakens to new life and shows its other side for the guests of the TILL NIGHT GUIDANCE. In the magic of the night, reinforced by the moonshine, sometimes forgotten history and people come to life. The legendary TILL takes you on nocturnal paths through winding streets and hidden corners of the city. You wander with him through past centuries from Colonia to Kölle back to today's Cologne. TILL will illuminate your path with his torch, so you can see hidden and undiscovered even in the dark.
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$30.87
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$30.87
Social distancing enforced throughout experience
Guides required to regularly wash hands
Regular temperature checks for staff

Cologne Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour and Rhine River Sightseeing Cruise
Explore the best of Cologne on this narrated, hop-on hop-off, double-decker bus tour. Visit many of Cologne’s top attractions—like Cologne Cathedral and Cologne City Hall, plus visit the Old Town district, bustling Roncalliplatz, the historic Alter Markt square and much more. Select the 1-day pass, then board at any of the 16 stops and get to know this landmark of High Gothic architecture in customized fashion, with live onboard commentary in English and German. Audio guides in nine languages also available. A Rhine River sightseeing cruise is also included.
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$30.34
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$30.34
Face masks required for travelers in public areas
Face masks required for guides in public areas
Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff

1 hour limousine sightseeing ride in Cologne
Star Limos Limousine Service Germany offers Limousines, Stretchlimousines, Partybuses and Classic Cars with driver in the region Cologne, Bonn, Duesseldorf, Aachen, Siegburg and Ruhr district. International Airport Codes: DUS, CGN Sedan and Limousine Service.
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$366.64
per group
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$366.64
per group

Cologne City Tour "Domstadt Experience" Exclusive tour for up to 12 people
THE absolutely unique, very special community experience with an exclusive tour guide.
THE highlight for e.g. Company outings, family celebrations, birthday party, bachelor party, ...
THE unusual, exclusive idea for a unique group experience in Cologne
SPECIAL for you: THE individual group tour through the cathedral city
THE LEGENDARY SCARF LEADS YOU AS A GROUP EXCLUSIVELY THROUGH KÖLLE (COLOGNE) ...
Treat yourself as a closed group to a special, exclusive experience in the community: TILL will take you on a tour of the cathedral city, which is also designed to meet your individual needs. Do not miss it, in this way to create a unique community experience in the group. No matter whether you are a private group or e.g. book a TILL GROUP TOUR with SDS CITY TOURS as a special experience for companies: it will definitely be something very special, unique and therefore exclusive.
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$242.89
per group
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$242.89
per group
Social distancing enforced throughout experience
Guides required to regularly wash hands
Regular temperature checks for staff

City tour and photo tour in Cologne on the Rhine
With this tour you will get an interesting, summarized and targeted performance of the cathedral city of Cologne. Our tour guide will get to know you with the most important sights in the city center and make your tour informative and interesting. But the most important thing is, you no longer need a camera with a selfie stick, we take care of a number of professional photos that will immortalize your Cologne trip.
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$49.53
Price varies by group size
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$49.53
Price varies by group size

Private Cologne Ghost Tour: Haunted City Center Exploration Game
Embark on a quest around Cologne by solving clues that will take you to the most haunted places in the city, all with the help of your smartphone. Unlock new stories as you discover on your own Cologne Cathedral, Domplatte, the historic Old Town, and more.
+ Discover the most haunted streets, villas, and squares in the city
+ Find out the horror stories of the people who used to live there
+ Solve clues on your phone while you visit the haunted Cologne
You are invited to discover the captive souls, the spirits and the mysterious skeletons of Cologne with an interactive city exploration app.
Each clue will lead you from one place to another, giving you exact directions, so you won’t need a map, a GPS or a guide. When you solve it and guess the answer, the secret story of that place is unlocked. Along the way, you’ll find horror stories that will give you the chills.
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$6.18
Price varies by group size
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$6.18
Price varies by group size

Private walking tour of Cologne's old town
During the tour you will learn something about the history of the second oldest city in Germany, e.g. why a Roman empress absolutely wanted to give the city its name, why it took so long until the cathedral was finished, why all the waiters in Cologne have the same name, what we found right in front of the town hall, why the Schmitz family has a monument here has and much more. Everything is presented in an entertaining manner, with a wink and typical Cologne humor.
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$68.10
per group
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$68.10
per group
Face masks required for travelers in public areas
Face masks required for guides in public areas
Social distancing enforced throughout experience

Old town walk in a small group through Cologne
During the tour you will learn something about the history of the second oldest city in Germany, e.g. why a Roman empress absolutely wanted to give the city its name, why it took so long until the cathedral was finished, why all the waiters in Cologne have the same name, what we found right in front of the town hall, why the Schmitz family has a monument here has and much more. Everything is presented in an entertaining manner, with a wink and typical Cologne humor.
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$12.38
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$12.38
Taking safety measures

Private Tour: Cologne City Highlights
Visit beautiful Cologne on this private, guided sightseeing tour, great for those with limited time in the city. Enjoy personalized attention while learning about the history of the city, a landmark of High Gothic architecture set amidst the reconstructed Old Town. See the Cologne Cathedral and the Romanesque Catholic Great St. Martin Church, plus visit bustling Roncalliplatz, the historic Alter Markt square and much more. Cologne hotel pickup and drop-off are included.
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$309.55
Price varies by group size
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$309.55
Price varies by group size
FAQ’s
Should I book Cologne Old Town (Altstadt) tickets in advance?
We recommend booking e-tickets ahead of time to secure your spot since Cologne Old Town (Altstadt) can get crowded. If you book with Viator, you can cancel at least 24 hours before the start date of your tour for a full refund. See all 10 Cologne Old Town (Altstadt) tickets and tours on Viator.
How much does it cost to visit Cologne Old Town (Altstadt) 2021?
Currently, an entrance ticket to Cologne Old Town (Altstadt) costs USD 6.18. Guided Cologne Old Town (Altstadt) tours start around USD 6.18 per person. See all 10 Cologne Old Town (Altstadt) tickets and tours on Viator.
What's the best way to experience Cologne Old Town (Altstadt)?
The best ways to experience Cologne Old Town (Altstadt) are:
- Cologne City Tour Experience cathedral city on the Rhine
- Cologne night tour "Torch tour alternative night watchman"
- Cologne Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour and Rhine River Sightseeing Cruise
- 1 hour limousine sightseeing ride in Cologne
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