Highlights of Cologne - English guided Tour
ID: GYG414864-752398
Category:
Country: Germany
Duration:
01:30 hours
Description
Immerse yourself in 2000 years of Cologne's fascinating history!
Travelers from all over the world come to Cologne to see what the city is famous for. And they hit the mark, because you truly experience the majesty of the Cologne Cathedral when you stand in front of it. The same goes for imagining what Cologne was like in the Middle Ages with its alleyways and markets. Or how it all began with the Colonia Claudia Ara Agrippinensium.
The guided English city tour focuses on these highlights, classics, historical landmarks, major attractions, and famous museums of the Rhine metropolis – please note: only in English.
Personally accompanied through 2,000 years of city history
Beyond superficial apps and in an authentically entertaining and personal manner, your guide leads you to Cologne’s must-sees. Over two hours, you will walk through 2,000 years of city history, making ample stops at major sites and experiencing the exciting contrasts that define this city.
You will quickly get a feel for Cologne, the metamorphoses it has undergone over time, and what holds the city together at its core. Because Cologne is a feeling. You will sense this in many places – not just at the Cologne Cathedral, on the Hohenzollern Bridge, in the Museum Ludwig, or while strolling through the Cologne Old Town towards the Chocolate Museum. Feel it!
Highlights
- Discover where the Romans once feasted and where people celebrate today.
- Learn why Cologne needed an XXL cathedral and how a crane became its icon today
- Fascinating stories of destruction, rebuilding, Rhine sides, and landmarks.
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
The meeting point is at the cruciform opposite the Cologne cathedral's main entrance. The guide will be wearing a name tag that says "KölnTourismus."
Opening hours: Mon-Fri. 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., Sat 10 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.
INCLUDED
- Cologne Cathedral exterior tour
- Guide
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.