This private tour begins with a hotel pickup in Cologne. Meet the guide and then head to the center of the city to begin the sightseeing.
The first stop is a landmark Gothic masterpiece, the incredible Cologne Cathedral, Germany’s most-visited site and one of its most striking Gothic monuments. This Roman Catholic cathedral is the seat of the Archbishop of Cologne and an UNESCO World Heritage Center.
After exploring this magnificent place of worship, continue on to Cologne’s Old Town. Walk by the busy breweries, pubs and restaurants and admire the Renaissance architecture and rustic, narrow alleyways lined with traditional old houses. Visit the bustling squares of Roncalliplatz, Alter Markt and Heumarkt.
See Cologne City Hall, famous for its loggia, which is often used as an example of one of the most typical buildings of the Renaissance era. Pose for photos outside the Romanesque Catholic Great St. Martin Church and see the intriguing Dionysus mosaic on a brief visit to the Romano-Germanic Museum, an archaeological museum with a large collection of Roman artifacts.
Along the way, learn about Cologne’s history and culture, including its Jewish heritage with a stop at the historical mikvah, or Jewish ritual bath. It’s considered one of the most important Jewish sites in Cologne.
This private tour is a customized experience, so be sure to include any specific requests for desired attractions to the guide at any time.
The tour concludes with a hotel drop-off.
