Great St. Martin Church

The Cologne scavenger hunt will take you past the most beautiful sights of the Rhine metropolis. Start your adventure at the main station and then head to the Cathedral, which is Cologne's landmark. Also, discover the Heinzelmännchen fountain, the old market with the town hall, the Heumarkt, the Great St. Martin church, the Rhine promenade, and much more. Your city game box contains 16 sealed and numbered envelopes, each holding riddles that need to be solved. Follow clear and precise directions and find your way to the various sights. Once you solve a riddle you will be given a number, which reveals which envelope to open next. You won’t know ahead of time in which succession the Scavenger Hunt City Game envelopes need to be opened. Have fun while you receive detailed information regarding the historical background of every attraction.

Fascinate of a Sightseeing tour of Cologne´s most beautiful Christmass markets and historical sights with a cup of mulled wine. We will provide you of interesting stories and legends moving by Rikscha in different points of the old town with the most modern Pedicabs in town. We pick you up from your hotel and bring you to old city, heading by Cathedral, Farina, Heinzelmännchenbrunnen, Town Hall Tower, Rhein River, Old Market, Heumarket, etc.... Come and enjoy with the best host, Germany´s second oldest city.

Go on a walking tour of Cologne’s old town and visit its most beautiful sites. Listen to your local guide tell you all about the history and culture of the city. Make stops at Neumarkt, Cologne Cathedral, Cologne City Hall, and more. Begin by meeting your guide at the Romans' Northern Gate. Head to the world-famous Cologne Cathedral. Admire the UNESCO World Heritage Site from the outside, as your guide tells you all about the history of the city’s landmark. Continue to explore Cologne's Roman origins, and make stops at sites such as the town hall and the Romanesque Great St. Martin Church. Learn all about the traditions that are special to Cologne, such as carnival. Find out why people from the city have a reputation for being friendly.

In Cologne there is wide range of breathtaking sights spread all over the city. That’s why the best way is to jump on board of a private transport. The 5-Stars Guide will adjust tempo according to your wishes and lead you through highlights and main attractions with great portion of knowledge. Enjoy all day fantastic vibes of this historic city to make this trip unforgettable! For a short excursion of best sights in Cologne choose basic 3-hours option. After pick-up at your accomodation place the driver will take you to the picturesque Old Town. Your Private Guide will show you around the heart of Cologne and delights you with stories of this oldest German city. You will visit Old Market Square with Historical Town Hall and enter Cologne Cathedral, UNESCO World Heritage Site. You will have the opportunity to explore it inside and discover the world famous Shrine of the Three Kings as well, as optional Tower visit. Next is the Hohenzollern Bridge with beautiful city and river views.Thus perfect spot for memorable photos. It is also known as the Love Lock Bridge with thousands of colourful padlocks. Then enjoy a short walk through the park along the Rhine, Fish Markt and Pegelturm. Choose 7-hours option if you want to become an Expert of Cologne and see various most beautiful and frequented sites of this city. In Old Town you will meet most remarkable places with bunch of hidden gems. See all attractions of 3-hours option and more. Admire Great St. Martin Church with beautiful exterior. Explore St. Gideon Church and learn the legend about its patron. It will take you back to the mysterious times of Roman Empire and beginnings of Christianity. The absolute ""must visit"" is Koeln Triangle known for fabulous 360 views from the top view platform. Drive briefly through the city to immerse yourself in the history of Melaten Cemetery and see the final resting place of the city's prominent personalities. Discover a place of silence embedded in a beautiful park in the middle of Cologne. The guide will tell you fascinating stories and make sure to deliver you unforgettable memories!

If you are looking for an epic half-day trip near Cologne, Drachenburg Castle may be your choice. It is a stunning castle built on the Drachenfels mountain with breathtaking views of the Rhein valley. Be picked-up at your accommodation in Cologne by the private car and take a 40-minutes comfortable drive south to the charming Konigswinter village. You will reach the Burg Drachenfels by fun and historical Drachenfelsbahn, which is the oldest cog railway in Germany. It feels like you're being pulled up the hill of a roller coaster, but without a scary drop. At the top of the mountain you will find a ruined medieval castle with incredible views . On a sunny day you may even spot Cologne Cathedral! Once you finish, make your way down the path towards Castle Drachenburg. It is actually a castle-like 19th century villa and it’s absolutely worth exploring its short, but turbulent history. You will be accompanied by our Expert-Guide, who will reveal all interesting facts and stories. The castle is perfectly renovated and glistens in its original splendour. Do not forget to take a leisurely stroll in the beautiful gardens. The Drachenfelsbahn will take you back to the village. Choosing a 6-hour option you will discover in addition the beautiful village of Linz am Rhein, known as the “colorful city”. During about 2-hour sightseeing tour with your Guide you will stroll through historic cobblestoned streets and admire 16th century picturesque half-timbered houses. You will get to know the highlights such as: Old Market Square, St. Martin Church, Linz Castle and part of medieval city fortification Pulverturm. The Guide will make sure that your trip is unforgettable and tailored to your interests. Once you enjoy all attractions you will be comfortable taken back to your accommodation place.

Who doesn't like chocolate? Chocolate is the favourite of both adults and children, but do you know how it's made? Visit the Chocolate Museum in Cologne to learn all about the wonders of cacao! Get the best experience possible with skip-the-line entrance tickets and private one-way transportation. Discover a chocolate wonderland in the heart of Cologne! Choose the 30-minute option to enjoy a self-guided tour of the Chocolate Museum, a Top Ten German museum. For your convenience, we will organise a 5-Stars Driver and a clean, air-conditioned vehicle for a pickup from your accommodation to make it easier for your group to get to the museum. We also provide skip-the-line tickets to save you time at the entrance, as it is one of the most visited attractions in Cologne. The Chocolate Museum explores 5,000 years of chocolate and cacao history, from ancient traditions of the Mayas and Aztecs, through industrialization to the 21st century! Follow the journey from a cacao bean to a delicious bar of chocolate! Discover the magic and wonder of chocolate production. See cacao trees growing in a small tropicarium and miniature versions of machines used to make chocolate. Sample chocolate made inside the museum from the 3-metre-high chocolate fountain and visit the cafe and souvenir shop to buy delicious and unique chocolate products! This is where all your chocolate dreams can come true! Choose the 3-hour tour to enhance your experience with a walking tour of Cologne’s Old Town led by a 5-Stars Expert Guide. Immerse yourself in local history, culture and urban legends. See the oldest city hall in Germany at the Old Market and visit the Great St. Martin Church, one the 12 main churches of Cologne. Marvel at the magnificent Cologne Cathedral and the Hohenzollern Bridge. Take a walk along the Rhine promenade and enjoy the atmosphere of the Fish Market. The guide will escort you all the way to the Chocolate Museum.

They say that there are as many churches in Cologne as there are days in a year, so on this original tour we will show you the city's most historically and architecturally important sacred buildings! Discover interesting facts and legends about religion in Germany. Your 2-hour tour begins right in the heart of Cologne’s Old Town, at the lively Old Market Square. This is where you will find Great St. Martin Church, one of the city’s 12 Romanesque churches. Step inside this magnificent building to enjoy its tranquil atmosphere and hear its story, from the original Roman chapel, through a Benedictine monastery, to WWII damages and reconstruction. A few steps away you will find Cologne Cathedral, the city’s most famous monument. Admire its spectacular Gothic architecture and find out why the Cathedral is important not only to Cologne’s Christians but also Jews. See also the Baroque-style Kirche Mariä Himmelfahrt and the Romanesque-style Basilica of St Ursula, which houses a shrine made of real bones. The final stop will be at the medieval Basilica of St Gereon, which has one of the largest and most beautiful domes in Europe.

The EL-DE Haus is officially NS Documentation Center. Prior to and during WWII it was the headquarters of Gestapo, the secret police which was known for its terror and brutality. Surprisingly the building survived heavy city bombings during WWII and now is a witness and guardian of the darkest times in German history. It is a combination of a memorial site, learning and research center. The basements of the house had been used as prison cells and torture rooms for forced laborers and political enemies. Over 1800 inscriptions made on the walls by the prisoners can still be viewed today. The upper floors with Gestapo offices represent administrative terror and an evil system created by Nazis. Choose the basic 2-hours option to learn about the darkest times of WWII and Nazi terror in Cologne. Meet your 5 Star Guide at the entrance to the EL-DE Haus to get the informative historical introduction to the City of Cologne and WWII. Join a private guided tour in the NS Documentation Centre. Discover more in a 4-hours tour, which offers in addition 2-hours private walk in the Old Town with the Local 5-Stars Guide. From the EL-DE Haus you will briefly walk to the picturesque Old Market Square and Historic Town Hall. There you will explore the historic district with the former Jewish quarter of the Middle Ages. Your guide will make sure that you spot all key attractions. Strolling briefly through the charming streets you arrive at the famous gothic Cologne Cathedral, UNESCO World Heritage Site. You will have the opportunity to explore it and discover the world famous Shrine of the Three Kings. Then you will enjoy a perfect panoramic view from the Hohenzollern Bridge. From there the route will take you to the nearby Romanesque Great St. Martin Church. The tour will end at the Old Market, where you can relax and pause for a coffee or meal in one of many inviting cafes.

Step into a 60-minute exploration through Cologne from a local’s perspective and get the most of your precious visit! From Cologne Cathedral to Hohenzollern Bridge, get to know the city's most defining landmarks. Discover all the key facts about Cologne, experience the local lifestyle, and taste its unique culture. Your local, equipped with stories and tips, will point you toward the best local cuisine and direct you to lively bars where you can sip and chill in true Cologne style. This experience is focused on providing a genuine feel of Cologne, connecting you with the local way of life and its landmarks, all while fitting perfectly into any travel itinerary.

Walk by a pedestrian street which is 500 meters long and is a wonderful mix of modern, and Roman architectures. Said to be the busiest shopping street in Europe, we'll be walking by its wonders: the Atoniterkirche church, or the Weltstadthaus contemporary building, designed by Renzo Piano. Stop at Duftmuseum im Farina-Haus, also known as the Farina Fragrance Museum, it is the oldest fragrance factory and the birthplace of Eau de Cologne. We will travel back in the Rococo Era to learn the astonishing production methods of perfume, but also the history of the original Eau de Cologne. Walk by Rathausplatz, the oldest city hall in Germany. Founded in the 12th century, the Renaissance style monument is the home of the mayor and the city government. The City Hall is composed of a Gothic-style tower of 61 meters high, a Renaissance-style external corridor, a piazzeta and a spanisher bau. Those various design styles make the building unique. Visit the Great St. Martin Church, a wonderful example of Medieval architecture. Founded in the 10th century on the remains of a Roman chapel, the building has been built and rebuilt many times. The Great St. Martin Church went by many Baroque and Classical influences. Get to see the Cologne Chocolate Museum and experience Chocolate history from the Maya period to our present day. Several attractions are waiting for you there: the palm house composed of cacao trees, a 3-meter-high chocolate fountain, and small versions of the machines used in the creation of chocolate. Walk on the Hohenzollern Bridge, built between 1907 and 1911, it was one of the most important bridges during World War II in Germany. Since 1948, it has become a tied arch bridge surrounded by four beautiful equestrian statues representing Prussian kings and German Emperors. Finally, get to see the Cathedral, a World Heritage Site since 1996, and a famous monument of Gothic architecture. With the largest façade and the tallest twin-spired in the world, the Cologne Cathedral is considered as a masterpiece in all Christian Monument History.