Location: Altstadt-Nord
Top Things to do in Altstadt-Nord
Top 10 Museums in Altstadt-Nord, North Rhine-Westphalia
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.
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1. Wallraf-Richartz Museum
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4.5 based on 694 reviews
This impressive museum houses artwork covering every genre from the 13th century through the 19th century.
Reviewed By susanhG1104QY - Valencia, Spain
Exquisite collection of Medieval art, nice impressionist collection all with well written informative plaques in German and English. Highly recommend the Rembrandt special exhibition as well. We also enjoyed the museum cafe for lunch and would recommend.
2. Museum Ludwig
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4.5 based on 1,705 reviews
This art museum houses a diverse collection that includes everything from Dali to Warhol to one of the world's largest Picasso collections. Open Tuesday to Sunday (including public holidays) from 10 a.m.- 6 p.m., every first Thursday of the month until 10 p.m.
Reviewed By Jan_from_Atlanta - Atlanta, United States
Located close to the train station and cathedral, the Ludwig holds a rich collection of modern and pop art, including one of the largest collections of Pablo Picasso works in the world. The museum is very pleasant and roomy but is not massive, which makes for a very enjoyable visit. Admission is 12 Euros. There is a restaurant as well but I would suggest take a very short walk to The Fruh (over 100 years old) for a nice German meal at reasonable prices.
3. NS Documentation Centre of the City of Cologne
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4.5 based on 1,378 reviews
This old Nazi prison, preserved in its original state, is a terrifying reminder of the horrors of the Holocaust.
Reviewed By James188113 - Sydney, Australia
The Gestapo headquarters is well worth the visit. The holding cells, the history of the people who were held there and their writing on the walls is extremely moving. You could spend a good hour or more just in this section. All the exhibits in this area are in both German and English. Strange that this isn't followed on the other floors. Although for a small extra fee you can get the audio guide which even in the holding cell area provides extra information. The execution yard is also very powerful. The other floors are a bit more general on the rise of Hitler, the concentration camps and life in Germany at the time.
4. Kolumba
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4.5 based on 288 reviews
5. Duftmuseum im Farina-Haus
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4.5 based on 823 reviews
Get a whiff of the place where Eau de Cologne was born. Learn about perfume essences and attractions and let your nose lead you thorough history. - We highly recommend booking your tickets prior to your visit. -
6. Kathe Kollwitz Museum
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4.5 based on 77 reviews
Reviewed By Garden_peas2013 - Leeds, United Kingdom
Kathe Kollwitz really knew how to tease out emotion in her subjects. Her drawings and sculptures are very moving. And of course she lived during the most turbulent periods of German History. She was of the left. Her political observations are very powerful.
7. Roman-German Museum (Romisch-Germanisches Museum)
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4.0 based on 1,409 reviews
"This place is temporarily closed." This museum houses an impressive collection of classical art, including the famous Dionysus mosaic and the tomb of Publicus.
8. Museum of Applied Art (Museum fur Angewandte Kunst)
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4.0 based on 95 reviews
See the fine work of craftspeople from across Europe. Art by goldsmiths and textile designers, graphic designers, photographers and furniture makers is all featured here. Every first Sunday of the month, the museum opens its doors for art and breakfast, from 10 a.m. Generally open Tuesday to Sunday 11 a.m.-5 p.m., first Thursday of the month until 10 p.m.
9. Koelnisches Stadtmuseum
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4.0 based on 81 reviews
Our permanent Exhibition is closed due to water damage at the moment. The special exhibitions remain open: i.e. the exciting photo exhibitions "Köln am Rhein" and "Köln an der Seine" from 24th August to 15th Decembre 2019. Further Information can be found on our website. We are looking forward to showing you our great objects in a new permanent Exhibition soon after our removal to the old fashion house Sauer.
10. The Cathedral Treasury
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4.0 based on 29 reviews
Reviewed By kenw218
Enjoy the stunning archaeology of the treasury basement. Roman remains underneath the cathedral, then the stunning treasure of centuries of Christian faith. Lots to read. Very well presented. Well worth taking your time to read the information about the items on display. Fascinating !
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