Overview
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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- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Mobile ticket
What's included
90-minute guided tour of Cologne's old town
Meeting and pickup
Travelers meet at the meeting point.
Meeting point
The finial is a copy of the top of the cathedral. It stands between the main portal of the cathedral and the Café Reichard or the tourist information. With a height of 9.50 m it is easy to find.
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What to expect
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Cologne Cathedral
15 min
The Cologne High Cathedral is the best known and most visited building in Germany. Learn about the building history of this wonderful cathedral and why it is important for Cologne that 'their' cathedral is never finished.
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Romisch-Germanisches Museum
5 min
We stop briefly in front of the museum and take a look at the world-famous Dionysos mosaic. It impresses with its size and its well-preserved colors.
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Historic Old Town
45 min
In addition to countless pubs and restaurants, we find the historic town hall, Tünnes and Schäl, the place where the Cologne water was invented, the large old squares of the city and a lot of history and anecdotes.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
Times are local to the experience (Europe/Berlin).
Additional Information
- Wheelchair accessible
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Up to 5 travelers per booking
- Each booking must include at least one adult.
FAQs about Private walking tour of Cologne's old town
Can I cancel Private walking tour of Cologne's old town for free?
Yes. For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
How long does it take?
It takes about 1 hour 30 min.
Where does it start?
The finial is a copy of the top of the cathedral. It stands between the main portal of the cathedral and the Café Reichard or the tourist information.
What's included?
- 90-minute guided tour of Cologne's old town
Which places does it visit?
It visits Cologne Cathedral, Romisch-Germanisches Museum, Historic Old Town.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is offered in German, English.
Is it suitable for children?
Children must be accompanied by an adult.
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