Traditional German Food and Cologne Old Town Private Tour
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Traditional German Food and Cologne Old Town Private Tour is a 2-hour experience in Cologne, Germany, from $152 per person. It scores 40 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 40 / 100
- Rating
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- Duration
- 2 hours
- From
- $152 per person
Embark on a culinary journey in Cologne. See Town Hall, Cologne Cathedral, xx & other Old Town highlights & discover where the locals eat. Try a variety of German dishes and beers, & learn about local culture & customs f
What you get
About this experience
Embark on a culinary journey in Cologne. See Town Hall, Cologne Cathedral, xx & other Old Town highlights & discover where the locals eat. Try a variety of German dishes and beers, & learn about local culture & customs from a Local Food Expert! Choose one of our excellent tour options tailored to your needs & interests: 2,5-hour: Food Tasting Tour at 2 venues Join this walking tour of Cologne’s Old Town to visit 1 traditional restaurant for a full meal with a soft drink, and 1 patisserie for a dessert with a cup of tea/coffee. 3,5-hour: Food Tasting Tour at 3 venues Choose this tasting experience to visit 2 restaurants & 1 patissiere in Cologne’s Old Town. Try traditional German dishes & desserts with 1 coffee/tea, 1 soft drink and 1 beer. 5-hour: Food & Beer Tasting Tour at 4 venues Become a German food & beer expert! Discover Old Town highlights & visit 4 restaurants Try a variety of traditional dishes, desserts & beverages, including 8 beers.
What's included
Included
- Food Expert Guide with Official Cologne License speaking fluently in the chosen language
- 1 full course meal, 1 dessert, 1 soft drink and 1 coffee/tea (in 2,5-hour option)
- Private Food and Beer Tasting Tour with highlights of Cologne’s Old Town
- 2 full course meals, 1 dessert, 1 soft drink, 1 coffee/tea and 1 beer (in 3,5-hour option)
- 2 full course meals, 1 dessert with 1 soft drink, 1 coffee/tea and 8 beers (in 5-hour option)
Not included
- Additional food & drinks
What you'll see and do
Meet your guide in front of the Cologne City Hall (Stadt Köln), Historisches Rathaus, Rathauspl. 2, 50667 Köln, Germany.
10 minutes here
You will get a taste of the most popular and renowned staples of Western German cuisine. Your Private Guide will carefully choose 1 restaurant and 1 patissiere in Cologne’s Old Town to visit during this food tour to give you the best experience of where the locals like to eat.
30 minutes here
Between the meals, you will enjoy sightseeing highlights such as the beautiful old City Hall.
20 minutes here
Cologne Cathedral
Enjoy sightseeing the magnificent Cologne Cathedral. visit 4 local restaurants for an exclusive food and beer tasting tour. Germany is known for its brewing traditions and different types of beer, so you will be pleased to sample 8 different beers and learn about their characteristics. This includes popular brands, regional beers like Kölsch, as well as craft beers brewed locally in Cologne.
180 minutes here
You will also see more of the city’s highlights, such as St Martin’s Church and the medieval remains of gates and defensive walls.
60 minutes here
Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Cologne
Meet your guide in front of the Cologne City Hall (Stadt Köln), Historisches Rathaus, Rathauspl. 2, 50667 Köln, Germany.
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
Meet your guide in front of the Cologne City Hall (Stadt Köln), Historisches Rathaus, Rathauspl. 2, 50667 Köln, Germany.
Options you can book
5H: Food&BeerTastingTourat4ven
Duration: 5 hours: Become a German food and beer expert! Discover Old Town highlights and visit 4 restaurants. ,: Try a variety of traditional dishes, desserts and beverages, including 8 beers. Expert-Guide: Official 5-Stars Guide who is an Expert in this kind of tours. Guide speaks fluently in chosen language - DECO025.
3,5H: FoodTastingTour at venue
Duration: 3 hours 30 minutes: Choose this tasting experience to visit 2 restaurants and 1 patissiere in Cologne’s Old Town. ,: Try traditional German dishes and desserts with 1 coffee/tea, 1 soft drink and 1 beer. Expert-Guide: Official 5-Stars Guide who is an Expert in this kind of tours. Guide speaks fluently in chosen language - DECO025.
2,5H: FoodTastingTour at 2 ven
Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes: Join this walking tour of Cologne’s Old Town to visit 1 traditional restaurant for a full meal with a soft drink. ,: and 1 patisserie for a dessert with a cup of tea/coffee. Expert-Guide: Official 5-Stars Guide who is an Expert in this kind of tours. Guide speaks fluently in chosen language - DECO025.
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
- de, ru, en, it, pl, fr, es
- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Rosotravel - Munich
Know before you go
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Please check your email the day before the tour to receive important information.
- Please ensure that you arrive at the meeting point on time so as to not affect the venue reservations. In case of delay the guide will wait for up to 30 minutes for you
- Please advise us in advance of any dietary requirements, such as food allergies or vegetarian options
- The golden rule in Germany is to serve enough food for the table to collapse, so we recommended joining the tour on an empty stomach to be able to enjoy each of the dishes
- Please note that the described menu is only an example. The served dishes might vary depending on the availability at the visited venue. We will do our best to pick the best options for you
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Good to know
- Duration
- 2 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Price range
- $152 to $979
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 0
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Who runs this experience
Operated by Rosotravel - Munich, who run 100 experiences we rank across 5 cities, with an average Outty Ranking of 45.9.
See everything Rosotravel - Munich runsWhy this scores 40
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Traditional German Food and Cologne Old Town Private Tour: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Cologne.
How much does Traditional German Food and Cologne Old Town Private Tour cost?
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Prices start at $152 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Cologne usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Traditional German Food and Cologne Old Town Private Tour take?
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Plan for about 2 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Cologne is not rushed.
Is Traditional German Food and Cologne Old Town Private Tour worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 40 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (0/5 across 0 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Cologne, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Traditional German Food and Cologne Old Town Private Tour?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Traditional German Food and Cologne Old Town Private Tour suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 2-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Traditional German Food and Cologne Old Town Private Tour?
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Around 0 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Cologne can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Cologne and add a light layer if any part of the 2-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Traditional German Food and Cologne Old Town Private Tour start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Cologne within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Cologne?
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On Outty we rank every Cologne experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include Guided Brewhouse Walking Tour in Cologne, Walking tour of Cologne: The essential and unmissable, Cologne City Tour Experience cathedral city on the Rhine. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Cologne?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Cologne?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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