Take a boat ride on the River Rhine that cuts through the city center of Cologne.
Visit the Chocolate Museum and enjoy tasting some freshly made chocolate from the factory.
Dress up and head to the Koln Carnival held annually in Februaryand enjoy its huge parades, colourful costumes and interesting floats and tableaus.
Climb up the 500 plus steps to the top of the towers of the Dom cathedral and be rewarded with spectacular views of the city and beyond.
Head to Phantasialand, one of the country’s most thrilling theme parks for some truly stomach churning rides.
Stroll through the Fragrance Museum, the birthplace of Eau de Cologne, and walk through the history of perfumes which spans over three centuries.
Take off on the Cable Car and be treated to splendid, panoramic views of the city and the River Rhine winding its way through the town.
Head to a brew house and grab a beer – be sure to ask the locals for advice on which one to choose from among more than 20 varieties of beer that are brewed specially in Cologne.
Lock in your love by attaching an engraved padlock to the Hohenzollern Bridge and throwing away the key into the River Rhine.
Things to do in Cologne:
Take a boat ride on the River Rhine that cuts through the city center of Cologne.
The Hohenzollern Bridge has been known as a romantic place, the one spot to declare your love to your beloved. Even if you have no such plans, this is a lovely destination to visit.
A summer event, watch some cool open-air movies that are projected at the Yacht Harbour, Rheinauhafen.
Visit the stunning, awe-inspiring Cathedral of Cologne and learn the story of how the third tallest cathedral in the world was built.
