Location: Cologne
Top Things to do in Cologne
Top 10 Museums in Cologne, 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. Kunsthaus Rhenania
2. GlasMoog - Galerie der Kunsthochschule fur Medien Koln
3. Kolbhalle
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
4. 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.
5. Deutz Technikum Engine Museum
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4.5 based on 3 reviews
6. 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.
7. 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.
8. Museum Schnutgen
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4.5 based on 141 reviews
9. Rautenstrauch-Joest-Museum
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4.5 based on 178 reviews
A rice storage hut and and a full Javanese gamelan greet you at this unique museum that aims to unite humanity across cultures and gives visitors an opportunity to explore their own prejudices and preconceived notions. Open Tuesday to Sunday 10 a.m.-6 p.m., Thursday 10 a.m.-8 p.m. and the first Thursday of the month until 10 p.m.
10. Kolumba
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4.5 based on 288 reviews
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