Germany · OLD TOWN WALKING TOURS IN COLOGNE
Every trip has one free day too few. These 4 old town walking tours in Cologne justify the slot, priced and timed so you can decide in minutes and get back to the fun part.
Meet the traditionally dressed night watchman at Cologne’s Rathaus on Alter Markt and follow the lantern through the Old Town for 90 minutes. The German-language tour explains night-watch duties, medieval work, odd church customs, local resistance, and Cologne legends. It suits visitors aged 16 and older and is wheelchair accessible.
Meet your guide at the Petrusbrunnen beside Cologne Cathedral for a two-hour walk through Roman ruins, Gothic details, old markets, the Rhine, and Hohenzollern Bridge. English and German tours are led by guides such as Sascha and Ralph, with history, humor, and plenty of city orientation.
“Sacha was an exceptional tour guide and was very knowledgeable. He put in every effort, as the weather was snowing, which added to the charm of the tour. I would highly recommend this tour, especially if you have Sascha as a guide. Thank you Sascha.”
Walk Cologne’s Old Town with a German-speaking guide such as Thorsten, Kerstin, Sebastian, Ortrud, or Peter. You’ll see the Cathedral exterior, Roman remains, Alter Markt, Rhine-side streets, fountains, statues, and finish with one Kölsch or soft drink in a rustic brewhouse. The Cathedral interior is not included.
“Unsere Tour mit Ortrud hat uns sehr gefallen. Mit Humor und guter Laune, hat sie uns Köln etwas näher gebracht. Das hat wirklich Spaß gemacht. Und ihre Tipps für mögliche weitere Aktivitäten in Köln waren besonders wertvoll. Können wir weiterempfehlen. Vielen Dank”
Meet your guide in Cologne’s Old Town for a walk through four traditional brewhouses. You’ll order a Kölsch-style beer at each stop, with drinks paid separately, while guides such as Nico, Mery, Marina, and Chris explain local customs, city history, and the curious role of the person who keeps your glass full.
“Nico was a fantastic guide and host!! Knowledgeable about the history of Cologne!!”
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