Location: Cologne
Top Things to do in Cologne
10 Nature & Parks in Cologne That You Shouldn't Miss
There are 2,000 years of history in Cologne, and visitors here will find everything from Roman towers to Gothic churches to fine examples of modern architecture. Cologne has a variety of museums, too—check out the Museum of Applied Art, the Museum Ludwig and, if you have a sweet tooth, the Chocolate Museum. Be forewarned, though—the gift shop at the latter will utterly ruin your diet.
Restaurants in Cologne
1. Wildpark
2. Aachener Weiher
3. Trude Herr Park
4. River Rhine
5. Weisser Rheinbogen
6. Neptunbad
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 252 reviews
Reviewed By Sauna_Meister
I've been to Neptunbad several times now since first discovering it back in 2015. For me, if I goto Cologne than at least one visit to Neptunbad is an ABSOLUTE MUST! It is a fantastic spa to goto to relax free of clothing in the numerous saunas, steam room, and pools. Yes as with most German(and other countries such as Netherlands, Belgium, Slovenia, etc) spas, no clothing is allowed in the facilities so don't go there expecting to be able to wear your swimwear! But wearing nothing in such facilities is by far the best way to do it - it's so much more healthy, relaxing, rejuvenating and beneficial compared to wearing sticky swimwear! I just wish that there were spas here in the UK that had a textile-free(or at least clothing optional) dress code instead of their "Please wear swimwear at all times" nonsence! But I can't see that changing anytime soon unfortunately. Anyway, Neptunbad spa is EXCELLENT. Several saunas of varying temperatures, though only one small steam room, plus pools, and frequent Aufguss sessions. Strip off all your clothes, relax and enjoy! A reasonable balance of sexes there all doing the same! A fantastic spa to go to relax and rejuvenate! Don't go there for just 2 hours, that's way too short a time to spend at Neptunbad! Go there for at least 4 hours or the whole day! I will be returning to Cologne fort a short break this week and will be going to Neptunbad for two spa sessions. I really can't wait!
7. Koelner Zoo
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 2,106 reviews
This zoo has more animals than any other zoological park in Germany and boasts an aquarium and the world's largest elephant park in northern Europe. Open 365 days a year; in the summer hours are 9 a.m.-6 p.m.
Reviewed By RosaGudny - Reykjavik, Iceland
As far as zoos goes, this one is aminal friendly for the most parts. There is usually an indoor and an outdoor space. A lot of birds. There were plenty of exotic animals: elephants, hippos, crocodiles, giraffes bears and big cats like lions and a tiger. I was intrigued and amazed, being an environmentalist I was hesitant to go at first because I don’t have a positive image of zoos but this one is good, it surprised me. It took me 2 hours to take one walk around, and an extra hour at the aquarium.
8. Botanical Gardens Flora
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 790 reviews
Cacti and plant houses make up this garden, which dates from the 1800s, along the Rhine River. Gardens are open 8 a.m. until dusk daily. Plant houses are open October to March 10 a.m.-4 p.m., April to September 10 a.m.-6 p.m.
Reviewed By madi_madi69 - Amsterdam, The Netherlands
great place to relax and to discover new species of plants or trees.I had a walk with my boyfriend and relaxed on the grass watching the clouds. There is a nice terrace also. I highly recommend it!
9. Stadtwald Park Koln
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 110 reviews
Reviewed By J3919TFstevew
the 4 of us took a good stroll around the park it was very pleasant and a nice time to look and see the views it was great
