Old Town Cologne
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Popular places to visit

Cologne Cathedral
Marvel at the Gothic architecture and the shrine of the three wise men at one of the largest churches in the world.

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.

Old Market
The city’s former marketplace is now a lively spot known for its café culture and carnivals.

Hay Market
Learn about the local history of Cologne when you spend time 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 with a trip to Neumarkt. Amble around this culturally rich area's riverfront or experience its fascinating museums.

City Hall
Over 900 years of history are built into the stones of Cologne’s governmental buildings, where structures from throughout the centuries form one stunning landmark.
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Top hotels in Old Town Cologne

Maritim Hotel Köln
Hotel is very nice, rooms are showing their age.
Reviewed on 10 Dec 2025

Premier Inn Köln City Süd
All the usual amenities that premier offer.
Reviewed on 30 Nov 2025

URBAN LOFT Cologne
Small but clean and modern room. Decent shower, air con and tv. Toiletries provided, cleaned once during a 3 night stay. Bed was ok, not amazing. Perfect location for travel to and from the Dom and central train station. Area is busy in the evenings - lots of street noise but you don’t hear a thing ...
Reviewed on 5 Dec 2025

Pullman Cologne
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Reviewed on 7 Dec 2025

Hotel Mondial am Dom Cologne - MGallery
Ideal location for Christmas markets! Train station and taxi’s easily reached. Airport about 20 minutes drive away. Hotel was adequate for a two night stay, the room was small but comfortable and clean, with soft lightening, great shower, toiletries, hairdryer, magnifying mirror, tv, black out curtains, ...
Reviewed on 8 Dec 2025

Excelsior Hotel Ernst am Dom
room was spotless it was very spacious very comfortable bed the hotel was very close to all tourist hot spots within a few mins walk great food options the staff were excellent polite precise and very helpful
Reviewed on 7 Dec 2025
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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-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.

Altstadt-Süd
Known for its ample dining options and fascinating museums, there's plenty to explore in Altstadt-Süd. You can visit top attractions like Chocolate Museum and Schildergasse, and jump on the metro at Severinstrasse U-Bahn or Poststrasse 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.
