The 15 best things to do in Cologne (2026)

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   1. Guided Brewhouse Walking Tour in Cologne

   Outty Ranking93

   With our passion for Cologne and its local beer specialty Kölsch, we want to take you on a journey to our favorite brewhouses in town. Become part of the Crew and try different Kölsch brands and learn why we love Kölsch. 90+ Club at 93/100, 4.8/5 from 506 traveler reviews, 2h from $24, free cancellation, an Outty 90+ Club member.

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   2. Cologne City Tour Experience cathedral city on the Rhine

   Outty Ranking93

   Awarded: Best of the Best 2021 TripAdvisor DISCOVER UNKNOWN DETAILS OF COLOGNE + surprise gift! THE TOP EXPERIENCE: Welcome to your exciting journey through time through over 2000 years of city history, from the foundin. 90+ Club at 93/100, 4.8/5 from 971 traveler reviews, 2h from $34, free cancellation, an Outty 90+ Club member.

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   3. Small-Group Bike Tour of Cologne with Guide

   Outty Ranking91

   Combine classic sightseeing with a relaxing bike tour of Cologne. You will ride along a scenic route 10m (15km) that takes you to the city's highlights. See the legendary cathedral city located along the Rhine River, dat. 90+ Club at 91/100, 4.8/5 from 413 traveler reviews, 3h from $50, free cancellation, an Outty 90+ Club member.

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   4. The Legendary Kölsch Brewery Tour

   Outty Ranking91

   The tour language needs to be selected separately, it doesn't equal the language of the homepage!! Our tour is a special look at what makes Cologne's Kölsch culture so special. While being led by our enthuasiastic guide. 90+ Club at 91/100, 4.8/5 from 341 traveler reviews, 2h from $32, free cancellation, an Outty 90+ Club member.

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   5. Walking tour of Cologne: The essential and unmissable

   Outty Ranking89

   Being in the top 5 activities on Tripadvisor supports us ;) - This tour is ideal for people visiting the city for the first time or who will have a short stay in it (Tips are recommended). - During the tour we will tell. Exceptional at 89/100, 4.9/5 from 180 traveler reviews, 2h from $3, free cancellation.

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   6. Cologne Highlights, Stories, and Local Atmosphere Tour

   Outty Ranking87

   The tour language needs to be selected separately, it doesn't equal the language of the homepage!! Cologne is best explored through the eyes of locals. Much of what makes this city special can't be found wandering alone. Exceptional at 87/100, 4.8/5 from 162 traveler reviews, 2.5h from $3, free cancellation.

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   7. Public brewhouse tour in English

   Outty Ranking84

   What do you need to see in Cologne? The cathedral for sure! But what else? Well, the brewhouse culture here is very important for the Cologne people and it gives you a deep impression of the mentality, the humor and the. Exceptional at 84/100, 4.8/5 from 108 traveler reviews, 2h from $23, free cancellation.

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   8. The Dark Side of the Dom Tour

   Outty Ranking83

   Prepare yourself for witches, ghosts, murderers and the pure misery of living in Medieval Times. Cologne today is known as a welcoming city—full of culture, music, drinking, and happiness. But it hasn’t always been that. Exceptional at 83/100, 4.8/5 from 93 traveler reviews, 2h from $17, free cancellation.

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   9. Street Art Tour Cologne Ehrenfeld

   Outty Ranking81

   During the tour, you will receive a massive insight into Street Art. You get to see many different pieces of legal and illegal Street Art, all from tiny to massive pieces. We are happy to share with you, insights of tech. Exceptional at 81/100, 4.9/5 from 70 traveler reviews, 2h from $33, free cancellation.

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    10. Street Art Tour Köln Ehrenfeld

    Outty Ranking81

    Welcome to Cologne Streetart Tours, your provider for unforgettable experiences in contemporary urban art! Our Streetart Walks take you on a captivating journey through the vibrant street galleries in Cologne's trendiest. Exceptional at 81/100, 5.0/5 from 38 traveler reviews, 2h from $32, free cancellation.

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    11. Cologne Kiosk Crawl

    Outty Ranking78

    Are you looking for a typical summer night out in Cologne? Want to explore the lifestyle of students and locals alike? Then come on our version of a pub crawl, come Kiosk Hopping! Here in Kölle, we don't just go from b. Strongly Recommended at 78/100, 4.9/5 from 34 traveler reviews, 2h from $14, free cancellation.

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    12. Guided tour of the Melatenfriedhof in Cologne

    Outty Ranking77

    Melaten is not just a cemetery, Melaten is city history, art history, landscape protection area, cultural area and oasis in the middle of the city. Here you can find traces of Cologne's city history from the last two cen. Strongly Recommended at 77/100, 4.9/5 from 42 traveler reviews, 2h from $15, free cancellation.

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    13. Entertaining Brewery Tour: Feel Good Package including local beer

    Outty Ranking75

    Enjoy the entertaining brewery tour with 3 included Kölsch (local beer), and explore Cologne's Culture and History the fun way. The tour kicks off in the heart of the city at Cologne Cathedral. Following a warm welcome. Strongly Recommended at 75/100, 4.6/5 from 62 traveler reviews, 2h from $32, free cancellation.

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    14. Cologne Christmas Market and Kölsch Beer Small-Group Tour

    Outty Ranking75

    This Christmas market special tour starts at Brauerei zur Malzmühle, the second oldest brewery in Cologne! There you will get an introduction to the local beer specialty Kölsch and the rich culture surrounding it. Of cou. Strongly Recommended at 75/100, 4.8/5 from 34 traveler reviews, 3h from $34, free cancellation.

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    15. Cologne Private Walking Tour with a Local

    Outty Ranking75

    Skip the standard sightseeing tour and discover Cologne through the eyes of a local. With Lokafy, every tour is private, unscripted, and personalized to you. Your Lokafyer is a passionate local who shares stories, hidde. Strongly Recommended at 75/100, 4.8/5 from 56 traveler reviews, 2h from $56, free cancellation.

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