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A public square with a large tree, a stone monument, and people walking around. 1
A group of tourists at a cathedral entrance, with a guide bag visible. 2
A Gothic cathedral facade with intricate stone carvings and statues. 3
A Gothic cathedral with intricate spires and detailed stonework. 4
Three people holding glasses of beer. 5
By Adventure World Tours

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
Free cancellation available
Price is €25 per adult
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Features

  • Free cancellation available
  • 2h
  • Mobile voucher
  • Instant confirmation

Overview

    • Visit to a brewery (incl. consumption of a Kölsch beer)
    • Interesting background information about Cologne Cathedral and the Old Town
    • Useful survival tips for your stay in Cologne
    • Two-hour tour with a friendly and qualified tour guide

Activity location

    • Cologne
    • Cologne, Nordrhein-Westfalen, Germany

Meeting/Redemption Point

    • Domkloster 4, 50667 Köln, Deutschland | Meeting point in front of the main entrance to the cathedral (by the flagpole)
    • Köln, Nordrhein-Westfalen, Germany

Multiple meeting/redemption points available, see location information for full list

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Public Tour in German

  • Activity duration is 2 hours2h
    2h
  • German

This tour is only available in German.

Language options: German
Starting time: 11:00
Price details
€25.00 x 1 Adult€25.00
Total
Price is €25.00
Until Tue, 13 Oct

Private Tour in German

  • Activity duration is 2 hours2h
    2h
  • German

Please indicate your desired start time for the tour when booking.

Language options: German
Price details
€240.00 x 1 Traveller€240.00
Total
Price is €240.00
Until Tue, 13 Oct

What's included, what's not

  • Inclusions
    2-hour tour
  • Inclusions
    Tour guide
  • Inclusions
    One Kölsch or soft drink in a brewhouse
  • Exclusions
    Visit inside Cologne Cathedral

Know before you book

    • In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, activities services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. Supplier cancellation policy will apply.
    • This activity is provided by a professional trader (a party acting within their trade, business or profession).

What you can expect

  • Insider information about Cologne and its unique culture

    Exploring Cologne's Old Town with a friendly tour guide means more than just learning interesting facts, because we offer you insider information about Cologne and its unique culture in a relaxed atmosphere!

    This varied tour offers you all kinds of interesting background information about Cologne, its inhabitants, and the old city. You will learn a lot about the history of the city, but our well-informed tour guide will also be happy to explain current events. The tour starts at the most imposing building in the city, Cologne Cathedral. This UNESCO World Heritage Site is the centre of the city and is considered one of the most important landmarks in Germany – guaranteed to be impressive! Here, our tour guide will tell you more about the Romans, who were already in Cologne around 20 BC! Afterwards, we will enjoy a picturesque view of the Rhine! In the old town, tales and horror stories from Old Cologne await us.

    We would also like to visit two well-known Cologne residents with you. Get excited! What else are Cologne and its inhabitants known for? Exactly, for the carnival! Our tour guide will provide insider tips for the festival of the “Jecken” for both beginners and experts. The tour also offers you helpful survival tips for Cologne, so that you are well prepared for your stay in Cologne. A visit to a traditional and quaint brewery is definitely a highlight of the tour. It is a real experience to enjoy a Kölsch or a soft drink among the people of Cologne, who are known for their cheerful nature. Experience an unforgettable two-hour tour with us in a relaxed atmosphere!

    The Cathedral and Old Town Tour answers the following questions, among others:
    How did 11,000 virgins save Cologne?
    What's so special about the Kölsche Klüngel?
    How much does the cathedral cost?
    How can you buy the Cathedral?
    What's so special about the Schäl Sick?

Location

Activity location

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    • Cologne
    • Cologne, Nordrhein-Westfalen, Germany

Meeting/Redemption Point

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    • Domkloster 4, 50667 Köln, Deutschland | Meeting point in front of the main entrance to the cathedral (by the flagpole)
    • Köln, Nordrhein-Westfalen, Germany
  • PEOPLEPEOPLE
    • Domkloster 4, 50667 Köln, Deutschland | Meeting point in front of the main entrance to the cathedral (by the flagpole)
    • Köln, Nordrhein-Westfalen, Germany