Esch/Auweiler Travel Guide
Cologne
Visit Esch/Auweiler
Popular places to visit
Phantasialand
Enjoy the thrills at Phantasialand and see why everyone loves this theme park in Bruehl. Discover the fascinating museums in this walkable area or seek out the local tours.
Cologne Cathedral
Marvel at the Gothic architecture and the shrine of the three wise men at one of the largest churches in the world.
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.
Cologne Zoo
This is one of the country’s oldest zoological gardens, and has the biggest collection of animals in Germany.
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.
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.
Things to do
Hard Rock Cafe Cologne Dining Experience
Cologne: Melaten Cemetery Life, Love and Death Tour
Düsseldorf: 24-Hour Hop-On Hop-Off Ticket
Cologne: Südstadt Guided Foodie Walking Tour
From Bonn: Rhine River to Linz Sightseeing Boat Tour
Top hotels in Esch/Auweiler
Maritim Hotel Köln
"We had a nice stay! Property could be a bit cleaner. However, location was perfect! 5 min walk to the cathedral."
Reviewed on 15 Jun 2026
Holiday Inn Express Düsseldorf – Hauptbahnhof by IHG
"A guest of 3 or more will either have to sleep with each other or book multiple rooms. The sofa bed mattress didn't prevent the feeling of the springs. Other than that it was a nice stay."
Reviewed on 18 Jun 2026
Maritim Hotel Düsseldorf
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Reviewed on 14 Jun 2026
Premier Inn Köln City Süd
URBAN LOFT Cologne
"EXCELLENT! Super easy check-in with friendly staff. Very accomodating. Loved having water and coffee available in the lobby, comfortable bed, well kept property. Super close to train station and convenient to river attractions. Not your typical chain hotel, highly recommend!"
Reviewed on 16 Jun 2026
Premier Inn Köln City Mediapark
"Buena ubicación, habitación limpia y espaciosa."
Reviewed on 13 Jun 2026
Where to stay in Esch/Auweiler
Old Town Cologne
Cologne Cathedral and Wallraf-Richartz Museum 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.
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.
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 Hohe Strasse, and jump on the metro at Appellhofplatz Breite Strasse U-Bahn or Heumarkt U-Bahn to see more of the city.
Deutz
Museums, shopping and river views highlight some notable features of Deutz. Make a stop by Cologne Triangle or LANXESS Arena while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Deutzer Freiheit U-Bahn or Deutz Koelnarena U-Bahn to get around town.
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.
