Location: Cologne
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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. Cologne Cathedral
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 21,825 reviews
This giant Gothic cathedral, which until its completion in 1880 had been under construction for over 500 years, is perhaps Germany's most famous religious structure and includes two huge towers that serve as the defining symbol of Cologne's skyline.
Reviewed By _rayscom - Long Buckby, United Kingdom
Jaw dropping cathedral.Wonderful to walk around.You can have an unhurried stroll and wonder at the skills involved in the conduction of this wonderful building.Not for the faint hearted is a trip up to the bell tower.Breathtaking in every sense of the word. Very busy in summer
2. Gross St. Martin
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 576 reviews
This famous Romanesque cathedral, re-opened in 1985 following extreme damage during World War II, takes second billing behind only the Dom as Cologne's most prominent religious structure.
3. RheinEnergieStadion
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 434 reviews
Reviewed By bluenosejock1 - Dunfermline, United Kingdom
We booked a tour whilst on a day trip from Düsseldorf. The Ticket covered public transport from the city center to the stadium making it so easy and a great price! We were told the tour would be in German which we were fine with as we would still get to see the stadium. Before I go on I want to say THANK YOU to Paul, the tour guide who included us and made a great effort to repeat most of the German discussion and facts in English for us. He did not have to and it was very kind of him. He made us feel very included. The tour started at the fan shop, into the small museum before heading into the stands.. and what a view! Then through various areas including the private boxes, down in to thr changing rooms and the tunnel (with the music piped into it) before going pitch side. A fantastic experience. So glad we did it!
4. Frankenwerft
5. 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.
6. 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!
7. KolnTriangle
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 2,012 reviews
"This place is temporarily closed." This skyscraper offers commanding views of the Cologne Cathedral and invites visitors to look at exhibitions, eat at its Mongolian barbecue restaurant and take in views of the surrounding area from its Panorama Observatory. Entrance to the building is free, access to the viewing platform costs 3 euros. Open Oct. 1 to April 30, Monday-Friday from noon-6 p.m., from 10 a.m. on weekends. May through September open until 10 p.m.
Reviewed By hannahw504 - Cheadle, United Kingdom
Köln Triangle is conveniently located a short walk across the Hohenzollernbrücke and just a couple of minutes walk from the Messe/Deutz train station. Admission costs €3 per person which is one of the cheapest I’ve paid for any viewing admission. The lift takes you up to the 28th floor and then take the stairs up to the observation deck or for those who need a lift to the top there is an accessible lift which will take you right the way to the top. Take in the 360c panorama of Cologne with views over the Rhein and out to the cathedral - it really is breathtaking.
8. Hohenzollern Bridge
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 3,523 reviews
This bridge over the Rhine River can be crossed by foot or by train. Since 2008 padlocks have adorned a fence on the bridge, affixed by couples as a sign of love and commitment.
Reviewed By viviend2018 - Melbourne, Australia
Walk the bridge toward the Dom at sunset. The photos you will get from the experience is worth it. March its cold so rug up but having walked 68 kilometers of Cologne . I can say I adore the city and all it has to offer. The love locks the length of the bridge are sweet and a testament to couples in love from around the world.Walking over the Rhine is beautiful a must do if in Koln.
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
10. Lindenthaler Tierpark
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 107 reviews
Reviewed By JonAndSophieTravel - Adelaide, Australia
We had a choice of going to the Cologne zoo for the day or doing a few smaller activities including this one - we definitely made the right choice. There are so many animals to see: deer, ponies, goats, pygmy goats, chickens, ducks, turkey. There are various automated feed dispensers throughout the park which will give you a packet of food for 50c, although they weren't working when we visited. If this happens to you, go to the centre of the park where the birds and goats are and speak to one of the many staff who will bring some out for you to buy. Such a lovely experience and hand-feeding these animals was so much nicer than seeing them in a zoo.
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