What to do in Cologne: the best tips from locals

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When is the best time to visit Cologne

When should I visit Cologne? Written by Mike Clarke, Cologne Resident and Calendar Enthusiast You’ve done the research. You know what to see, where to see it, what food to eat, and…
What are some Free Things to do in Cologne?

We’ve all been there on vacation; counting the cash we’ve spent throughout the day and wondering if we really needed to buy that vintage track suit we found that we’re totally gonna…
What are the top tourist attractions in Cologne?

Cologne has plenty of highlights and we go into detail on a lot of those in our travel blogs and even more so on our Neighbourhood tours (Veedel means Neighbourhood here!). That’s…
How Many Days Should I Spend in Cologne?

Planning a trip to visit the best city in Germany, if not Europe (we think it’s us in Cologne)? You may find yourself asking “How many days should I spend in Cologne?” …
How to Get to the Airport in Cologne

Congratulations! You’ve booked a trip to Cologne and you’re about to land at the KölnBonn Airport, our main air travel hub in the Cologne area. However, in between the salted peanuts and…
Traditional Foods to Try in Cologne

So you’re in Cologne, Germany, a charming city in Western Germany known as Köln to Germans and Kölle to the locals. You’re a foodie and you’re looking to dive into some of…
Sustainable Travel in Cologne

Travel is a huge part of many of our lives! With almost all destinations easier to get to than ever, cheap flights, and constant social media reminders of new places to go,…
Best Beers in Cologne

Kölsch, Cologne’s beer. A tasty Pilsner-style beverage that’s light and crisp, easy to drink and served in fun, little glasses. The beer in Cologne. If you read that last sentence in a…
Reasons to Visit Düsseldorf for a Day

One always hears about big cities situated along the River Rhine, with their magnificent cathedrals, prominent castles standing high on the hills which look sometimes straight out of fairy-tales. One such quaint town not too far from Cologne is Bad Münstereifel.
A Perfect Day in Cologne

So you’re arriving in Cologne but you’re only here for a day! You’re trying to figure out what you should do in the city beside the big famous cathedral that you can…