Altstadt-Nord Travel Guide
Cologne





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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.

Musical Dome
Enjoy a show at Musical Dome, a theatre with a story to tell in Cologne. Make time for the stunning cathedral and local tours in this culturally rich area.

Old Market
The city’s former marketplace is now a lively spot known for its café culture and carnivals.

Hay Market
Learn about the local history of Cologne when you spend time at Hay Market. Amble around this culturally rich area's riverfront or seek out the local tours.

Hohenzollern Bridge
Enjoy views of the city’s famed cathedral from this huge rail bridge, which is a favorite spot for couples to take a romantic stroll.

City Hall
Over 900 years of history are built into the stones of Cologne’s governmental buildings, where structures from throughout the centuries form one stunning landmark.
Things to do

Hard Rock Cafe Cologne Dining Experience

Cologne: Melaten Cemetery Life, Love and Death Tour

Cologne: Südstadt Guided Foodie Walking Tour

Cologne: Kölsch Beer and Brew House 2-Hour Tour

Cologne: Brewery Tour with Kölsch and Halven Hahn

Cologne: Night Watchman Old Town Walking Tour
Top hotels in Altstadt-Nord

Maritim Hotel Köln
Amazing location, near the beautiful church, train station, and river! Plenty of restaurants inside, and nearby.
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026

Pullman Cologne
The air conditioning wasn’t very good.
Reviewed on 26 Apr 2026

URBAN LOFT Cologne
Clean room, some noise from the trains. Good location.
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026

Hilton Cologne
Breakfast was excellent.
Reviewed on 20 Apr 2026

CityClass Hotel am Dom
Clean rooms, very nice staff, great breakfast. Excellent location for sightseeing and sitting outside at a huge variety of restaurants and cafes; great shopping nearby. Easy access to the Rheine river front. Very good place to stay for the (not cheap but reasonable) price.
Reviewed on 30 Apr 2026

Lindner Hotel Cologne City Plaza, part of JdV by Hyatt
Other neighbourhoods around Altstadt-Nord

Innenstadt
Known for its stunning cathedral and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Innenstadt. Check out top attractions like Cologne Cathedral and Old Market, and jump on the metro at Heumarkt U-Bahn or Appellhofplatz Breite Strasse 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.

Neustadt-Nord
Noted for its shopping and restaurants, there's plenty to explore in Neustadt-Nord. Top attractions like Schauspiel Koln and Friesenplatz 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.

Belgian Quarter
While you're in Belgian Quarter, take in top sights like Friesenplatz and jump on the metro at Friesenplatz U-Bahn to see more of the city.

Altstadt-Süd
Known for its ample dining options and fascinating museums, there's plenty to explore in Altstadt-Süd. You can visit top attractions like Chocolate Museum and Rheinau Harbour, and jump on the metro at Severinstrasse U-Bahn or Poststrasse U-Bahn to see more of the city.

Deutz
Museums, shopping and river views highlight some notable features of Deutz. Make a stop by LANXESS Arena or Tanzbrunnen Köln while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Deutzer Freiheit U-Bahn or Deutz Koelnarena U-Bahn to get around town.
Altstadt-Nord Travel Guide
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