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Things to do in Cologne - Tourist Places in Cologne
Category: Religious Sites; Architectural Buildings; Historic Sites
If you visit Cologne during the holidays, shop at the Christmas markets and visit the Cathedral. The church is amazing. If a mass is going on, you will have to wait, but it is...
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This zoo has more animals than any other zoological park in Germany and boasts an aquarium and the world's largest elephant...
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This zoo has more animals than any other zoological park in Germany and boasts an aquarium and the world's largest elephant park in northern Europe. Open 365 days a year; in the summer hours are 9 a.m.-6 p.m.
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This art museum houses a diverse collection that includes everything from Dali to Warhol to one of the world's largest...
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This art museum houses a diverse collection that includes everything from Dali to Warhol to one of the world's largest Picasso collections. Open Tuesday to Sunday (including public holidays) from 10 a.m.- 6 p.m., every first Thursday of the month until 10 p.m.
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This bridge over the Rhine River can be crossed by foot or by train. Since 2008 padlocks have adorned a fence on the bridge,...
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This bridge over the Rhine River can be crossed by foot or by train. Since 2008 padlocks have adorned a fence on the bridge, affixed by couples as a sign of love and commitment.
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This urban cemetery offers an oasis of green and a glimpse into the city's storied history, art and personalities. Open from...
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This urban cemetery offers an oasis of green and a glimpse into the city's storied history, art and personalities. Open from 8 a.m.-5 p.m. in the winter, with extended hours in summer and fall. For a detailed tour, you may hire a guide at your own expense.
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This intimate church includes intricately designed wooden doors from the 11th century on its outside and wooden carvings...
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This intimate church includes intricately designed wooden doors from the 11th century on its outside and wooden carvings depicting the life of Christ on its inside.
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One of Cologne's 12 churches built in Romenesque style, Saint Gereon's Basilica dates to the 11th century and has unique...
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One of Cologne's 12 churches built in Romenesque style, Saint Gereon's Basilica dates to the 11th century and has unique architectural features including a dome, an intricate floor mosaic of David and Goliath and the remains of Roman walls. Open Monday to Friday from 10 a.m.-6 p.m., Saturday from 10 a.m.-5:30 p.m. It is not possible to visit the church during Sunday Mass at 10 a.m. and 11:30 a.m.
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This skyscraper offers commanding views of the Cologne Cathedral and invites visitors to look at exhibitions, eat at its...
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This skyscraper offers commanding views of the Cologne Cathedral and invites visitors to look at exhibitions, eat at its Mongolian barbecue restaurant and take in views of the surrounding area from its Panorama Observatory. Entrance to the building is free, access to the viewing platform costs 3 euros. Open Oct. 1 to April 30, Monday-Friday from noon-6 p.m., from 10 a.m. on weekends. May through September open until 10 p.m.
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Cacti and plant houses make up this garden, which dates from the 1800s, along the Rhine River. Gardens are open 8 a.m. until...
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Cacti and plant houses make up this garden, which dates from the 1800s, along the Rhine River. Gardens are open 8 a.m. until dusk daily. Plant houses are open October to March 10 a.m.-4 p.m., April to September 10 a.m.-6 p.m.
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Located above the city's famous chocolate factory, this museum includes a diverse collection of chocolate art creations and...
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Located above the city's famous chocolate factory, this museum includes a diverse collection of chocolate art creations and chocolate-wrapper artwork.
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This famous Romanesque cathedral, re-opened in 1985 following extreme damage during World War II, takes second billing behind...
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This famous Romanesque cathedral, re-opened in 1985 following extreme damage during World War II, takes second billing behind only the Dom as Cologne's most prominent religious structure.
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See the fine work of craftspeople from across Europe. Art by goldsmiths and textile designers, graphic designers,...
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See the fine work of craftspeople from across Europe. Art by goldsmiths and textile designers, graphic designers, photographers and furniture makers is all featured here. Every first Sunday of the month, the museum opens its doors for art and breakfast, from 10 a.m. Generally open Tuesday to Sunday 11 a.m.-5 p.m., first Thursday of the month until 10 p.m.
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A rice storage hut and and a full Javanese gamelan greet you at this unique museum that aims to unite humanity across...
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A rice storage hut and and a full Javanese gamelan greet you at this unique museum that aims to unite humanity across cultures and gives visitors an opportunity to explore their own prejudices and preconceived notions. Open Tuesday to Sunday 10 a.m.-6 p.m., Thursday 10 a.m.-8 p.m. and the first Thursday of the month until 10 p.m.
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"The Dom is a massive church and very impressive. You can visit the inside of the building and for a small fee climb the stairs through a seperate entrance on the side of the building. Please keep in mind, that there are no elevators. It is one of the main attractions of the citiy and therefore, I su..."ggest you visit the Dom early in order to beat the tourist groups.
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"This museum offers a nice break especially for when it rains. You'll be able to visit this ancient Roman site and walk through a former Roman sewage system. They also have the remains of an ancient Roman house on display. A neat gimmick is the earthquak platform, which simulates a brief earthquake e..."rruption, similiar to the one which hit this very site some years ago. The price for this 3.5 Eur and is definitely a bargain for what it offers. The only drawback is, that all the descriptions are in German.
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"The Koln Dom is an awe inspiring cathedral the is a pleasure to tour or just sit and look at. There is no cost, so its great to pop in and out of and just take it all in, A must every time i'm in Cologne."
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