Belgian Quarter Travel Guide
Popular places to visit
Cologne Cathedral
Marvel at the Gothic architecture and the shrine of the three wise men at one of the largest churches in the world.
RheinEnergieStadion
Catch an event at RheinEnergieStadion during your trip to Cologne. Stroll along the riverfront in this culturally rich area or visit its local chocolate shops.
LANXESS Arena
Catch an event at LANXESS Arena during your trip to Cologne. Amble around this culturally rich area's riverfront or experience its fascinating museums.
Chocolate Museum
Delve into the delectable history of chocolate and sample the confectionary as you find out about the different ways that it is produced around the world.
Cologne Zoo
This is one of the country’s oldest zoological gardens, and has the biggest collection of animals in Germany.
Old Market
The city’s former marketplace is now a lively spot known for its café culture and carnivals.
Things to do
Cologne: Old Town Highlights Walking Tour
Discover the LGBT side of Cologne with a Local
Cologne: Brewery Tour with 3 Kölsch Beer Tastings
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Other neighbourhoods around Belgian Quarter
New Town
Consider exploring the abundant dining options in New Town. If sightseeing is on the list, Friesenplatz is a top attraction. Hop on the metro at Friesenplatz U-Bahn or Christophstrasse - Mediapark U-Bahn to see more of the area.
Neustadt-Nord
Noted for its shopping and restaurants, there's plenty to explore in Neustadt-Nord. Top attractions like Friesenplatz and Rhine are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Christophstrasse - Mediapark U-Bahn or Ebertplatz U-Bahn to see more of the city.
Neustadt-Sued
Noted for its shopping and restaurants, there's plenty to explore in Neustadt-Sued. Top attractions like Rhine and Volkstheater Millowitsch are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Eifelstrasse U-Bahn or Eifelplatz U-Bahn to see more of the city.
Old Town Cologne
Cologne Cathedral and Hohe Strasse are a few top attractions in Old Town Cologne. Hop around the city on the metro at Heumarkt U-Bahn or Neumarkt U-Bahn and check out the area's stunning cathedral, stunning river views and popular shops.
Altstadt-Nord
Known for its stunning cathedral and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Altstadt-Nord. Check out top attractions like Cologne Cathedral and National Socialist Documentation Center, and jump on the metro at Appellhofplatz Breite Strasse U-Bahn or Heumarkt U-Bahn to see more of the city.
Ehrenfeld
Noted for its bars and shopping, there's plenty to explore in Ehrenfeld. Top attractions like MMC Studios and Motoki Living Room are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Koernerstrasse U-Bahn or Venloer Strasse Guertel U-Bahn to see more of the city.
- Friesenplatz
- Phantasialand
- Cologne Cathedral
- Cologne Trade Fair Grounds
- RheinEnergieStadion
- Chocolate Museum
- Cologne Zoo
- Aqualand Leisure Pool at Fuhlinger Lake
- Old Market
- Beethoven House
- Bergisches Land Nature Park
- Neumarkt
- University of Cologne
- Claudius Therme
- University Hospital Bonn
- Classic Remise Duesseldorf
- City Center Porz
- Hohenzollern Bridge