Cologne Tours - The Classic Cologne Tour
2 hours – 150 hours
Cologne, Germany
About this activity
Our team consists of local guides, that were either born in the city of Cologne or that have been living here for years and are in love with it. We are eager to show you around and make you fall in love with the city as much as we do.
Highlights
- Explore the Eigelstein area
- Narrowest house in town leads you to a church with a golden chamber where you’ll learn more about the martyr Ursula
- Basilica minor and what virgins and bones have to do with our coat of arms.
- We will reach Cologne Cathedral
- Willi Ostermann Fountain, you’ll get to know facts about Cologne’s famous Carnival, residence of the Danish royal family
Full description
Our free walking tours take about 2.5 hours. First, you’ll explore the Eigelstein area, its gangster stories and why the habits of former guest-workers shaped a whole district that truly represents Cologne’s open-mindedness. A walk by the narrowest house in town leads you to a church with a golden chamber, where you’ll learn more about the martyr Ursula, the basilica minor and what virgins and bones have to do with our coat of arms.
Discover ancient roman ruins and our connections to American presidents before we tell you a love story without a happy ending in front of the statue of Cavalry General Jan von Werth. Somewhat hidden in the old town, “Tünnes und Schäl” will teach you about the two hearts beating in the chest of every Cologne resident. Finally, at the Willi Ostermann Fountain, you’ll get to know facts about Cologne’s famous Carnival that will surely make you smile.
Discover ancient roman ruins and our connections to American presidents before we tell you a love story without a happy ending in front of the statue of Cavalry General Jan von Werth. Somewhat hidden in the old town, “Tünnes und Schäl” will teach you about the two hearts beating in the chest of every Cologne resident. Finally, at the Willi Ostermann Fountain, you’ll get to know facts about Cologne’s famous Carnival that will surely make you smile.
Included / Excluded
- Friendly-English Speaking Guide
- Unique Story Telling
- Local Recommendations
- Voluntary payment for the guide
Meeting point
Start Location
Eigelstein-Torburg, Eigelstein 135, 50668 Köln, Germany
Important information
Know before you book
- Reservations are required
- Groups of 7 or more need to book a private tour
- The tour leaves the meeting point about 10 minutes after the start time
Know before you go
- Please arrive 10 minutes before the start of the tour
- Our free walking tours start at the ‘Eigelstein-Torburg’, which is one of the old city gates.
- We run the tour regardless of weather. Please be prepared and dress warmly, including layers. The wind can feel really cold
Cancellation policy
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the activity starts
Up to 24 hours before the beginning of the activity: full refund Less than 24 hours before the beginning of the activity or no-show: no refund