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# Discover Cologne

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## Cologne is a feeling.

Whether you are a resident or just visiting: Many people agree that you lose a piece of your heart in Cologne. The reason for this is the special attitude towards life in the cathedral city, which is mainly due to the cheerfulness of the people of Cologne. 

And whether for the first or eleventh time: There is a lot to discover, also beyond the city centre and tourist classics, such as the Cologne Cathedral and the Kölsch beer there. For example, special city districts such as the Belgian Quarter or Ehrenfeld, walking miles and park oases, creative (fine) food experiences and countless events. 

**Time for new experiences!** 

[Read more](https://www.cologne-tourism.com/)

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## Activities

A few tips for your next stay: The Flora garden restaurant, the Odonien beer garden and club, the Fine Food Days Cologne gourmet festival, the open-air summer cinema at the Rheinauhafen, the weekly meet & eat food market at Rudolfplatz, the beer garden at Volksgarten, the boutiques and cafés in the Belgian Quarter, street art in Ehrenfeld, the NS Documentation Centre, the der km689 Beach Club on the Rhine with Cathedral view, a walk through Colognes beautiful Rheinpark, the Blackfoot Beach and high ropes course at Fühlinger See, a dinner cruise on the Rhine, the VR experience with Time Ride, Cologne Nightlife – and experiencing at least one match of the **UEFA Euro in 2024** at the Rhein Energie stadium! 

[More tips](https://www.cologne-tourism.com/see-experience/city-life-leisure/)

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## Culture

Cologne offers an outstanding range of cultural activities: more than 40 museums, some of them world-class, show top-class art treasures from all eras and styles. Cologne’s status as a city full of art and culture is cemented by more than 130 galleries and countless events such as the ART COLOGNE in November. There is also a lively theatre and music scene with regular highlights at the Philharmonic hall, opera and theatre and the Musical Dome, which hosts the musical "Moulin Rouge". The offer is rounded off by a range of film and literary events, music festivals and arena or stadium concerts, as well as the traditional Cologne brewery and Carnival culture and the Cologne Street Art. 

[Read more](https://www.cologne-tourism.com/see-experience/culture-museums/)

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## Sightseeing

Of course, the classic sights are always recommended. Cologne Cathedral and the 12 Romanesque churches leave unforgettable impressions, as do the renowned museums and art galleries. A visit to the Farina fragrance museum or the 4711 house is essential in the hometown of “Eau de Cologne”, as is a visit to a genuine Kölsch brewery. The Cologne cable car and panoramic boat trips on the Rhine are also timeless classics, while the TimeRide VR experience takes you on a life-like journey back in time to the Cologne of the Golden Twenties. The chocolate museum is a perfect combination with a visit to the modern Rheinauhafen harbor district. And shopping highlights are not confined to the city center.

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## Inspirations for your next visit to Cologne

- Culinary Cologne
- Shopping
- Events & Highlights

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## Culinary Cologne

Kölsch beer and traditional brewery fare are of course unmissable in Cologne, even for Cologne residents themselves. Nevertheless, Cologne’s culinary range is even more extensive and is enthusiastically celebrated: from Mediterranean to Vietnamese and Ethiopian, from cult snack pubs to 13 Michelin star awarded restaurants, and from creative food markets such as “meet&eat” to gourmet festivals such as “Fine Food Days Cologne”. Expert food connoisseurs from Cologne present great recommendations for culinary highlights, breakfast cafés, brunch, lunch and much more at visit.koeln.

[Read more](https://www.cologne-tourism.com/see-experience/food-drink/)

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## Shopping

Shopping in Cologne is a versatile, unusual experience—something for every taste. Of course, there are the well-known shopping miles such as Schildergasse and Hohe Strasse, which are among the most trending in Germany. Ehrenstrasse, though, attracts people with smaller stores, young fashion labels and specialty stores. Mittelstrasse and its surroundings is home to high-quality designer goods. If individual and quiet is more your thing, then visit the Belgian Quarter with its creative boutiques and stores. The Köln Arcarden and Rhein-Center shopping centers offer a wide selection under one roof. Old treasures are waiting for new owners to love them at the many flea, creative and antique markets.

[Read more](https://www.cologne-tourism.com/see-experience/city-life-leisure/shopping/)

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## Events & Highlights

## Events & Highlights

There is always something going on in Cologne: In addition to a wide range of exhibitions in Cologne's museums there are countless highlights in the Philharmonic hall, at the opera and at theatres. There are also various film and literature events, music festivals such as c/o pop and numerous concerts from newcomers to world stars. In addition, there are sports, comedy and food events, markets and annual highlights such as the Cologne Carnival, Cologne Pride with the CSD street festival and of course the Cologne Christmas markets. From October 2022 the musical "Moulin Rouge" is running at the Musical Dome and until June 4th you can enjoy a ride on the Ferris wheel next to the Cologne Zoo.

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