6-Day Germany City Break in Cologne

Your exciting city break begins as soon as you arrive in the beautiful city of Cologne. You’ll stay in Cologne for 5 nights.

You’ll choose between some of the best hotels and places to stay, all conveniently located in downtown Cologne. With lots of excellent hotels to choose from, you're sure to have a fantastic experience during your city break.

Cologne has plenty of sights, monuments, and places of interest to explore. Luckily, you have plenty of time to do so for the next 6 days. Choose an early flight to get started with your sightseeing in Cologne right away.

When you're ready to head out for dinner, an excellent restaurant you may want to try is Craftbeer Corner Coeln. This restaurant has an impressive average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,165 customers and is sure to satisfy your hunger after a long day of exploring.

Another acclaimed restaurant in the city of Cologne is Gruber's. Rated at an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 625 customers, guests often have an outstanding experience at this restaurant.

Yet another popular place to eat, often recommended by locals, is Gaffel am Dom I Kölsches Brauhaus und Wirtshaus I Brauhaus Köln. With an average rating of 4.3 of 5 stars among 6,484 customers, you may want to take a closer look at this restaurant's menu.

Cologne is also home to several great bars for every travel budget. One of the best bars in the city is Toddy Tapper. This claim is supported by 590 customers who have rated it an average of 4.9 out of 5 stars.

Another great bar in Cologne is ONA MOR Bar. If you ask the 548 customers who have rated it an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars, ONA MOR Bar is the perfect place for a drink or two.

This is the time to raise a toast for the beginning of your incredible 6-day vacation in Cologne!

Wake up to day 2 of your exciting city break in Cologne. You still have 4 nights left in Cologne, and we recommend that you spend this day relaxing, sightseeing, and dining at the most wonderful places the city has to offer. Here's how you can make the most out of today!

One of the top places you can visit in Cologne today is the incredible Cologne Cathedral. This attraction is a catholic cathedral and place of interest, rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 57,506 visitors. Around 5,000,000 travelers visit this attraction every year.

Another attraction travelers from all over the world add to their itinerary every year is Cologne Chocolate Museum. Cologne Chocolate Museum is a popular museum and travel destination with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 28,752 visitors. Today, you can visit this magnificent museum in Cologne too.

For the full Cologne experience, visit the incredible Cologne Zoological Garden. This one-of-a-kind zoo is rated at an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 25,089 visitors.

After or in between exploring Cologne, treat yourself to a delicious meal at a nice restaurant in the city. An excellent option is Gilden im Zims, which is a popular restaurant with an exciting menu. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 5,823 customers.

Another top-rated restaurant to consider is Gaststätte Lommerzheim. This restaurant is popular with locals as well as travelers and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 3,487 customers.

A favorite place to eat among many who have visited Cologne is Jameson Pub Cologne. This irresistible restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 3,308 customers.

If you feel like having a drink or two after your meal, a popular bar you can go to is Gaffel am Dom I Kölsches Brauhaus und Wirtshaus I Brauhaus Köln. This place has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 6,484 customers.

Get some rest at your hotel in preparation for another wonderful day in Cologne to come!

On day 3 of your fun city break in Cologne, you’ll experience more of the best attractions and activities in the city. You now have 3 nights left in Cologne.

Start this beautiful day with a visit to a top-rated catholic cathedral in Cologne, Cologne Cathedral. About 57,506 visitors have rated this attraction an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars.

The popular Cologne Chocolate Museum is another top sight in Cologne that locals and travelers often enjoy spending time at. This museum is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars in 28,752 reviews.

Cologne Zoological Garden is a highlight on travelers’ itineraries in Cologne. This zoo has received an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 25,089 visitors.

Exploring Cologne's best attractions and hidden gems can make you quickly lose track of time. Make sure to grab something to eat and use this opportunity to learn more about Cologne's food culture.

Servus Colonia Alpina is one of the most popular restaurants in Cologne. Most people can find something that fits their taste from Servus Colonia Alpina’s excellent menu. Approximately 2,757 customers have rated this popular restaurant an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

If you’re in the mood for something different, check out The Little Steakhouse. This Cologne-based restaurant is one of locals’ favorites and has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 2,631 customers.

Another top-rated restaurant that serves a menu of appetizing food and drinks is Max Stark. This popular restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 2,193 customers.

If you’re up for getting a drink, consider going to Jameson Pub Cologne. Around 3,308 customers have given this incredible bar an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Locals of Cologne also enjoy the cocktails at Papa Joe's Jazz Bar. This place is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,431 customers and is one of the best you can experience in the city.

Raise a toast and enjoy celebrating another amazing day in Cologne, Germany.

Wake up to day 4 of your exciting city break in Cologne. You still have 2 nights left in Cologne, and we recommend that you spend this day relaxing, sightseeing, and dining at the most wonderful places the city has to offer. Here's how you can make the most out of today!

One of the top places you can visit in Cologne today is the incredible Cologne Cathedral. This attraction is a catholic cathedral and place of interest, rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 57,506 visitors. Around 5,000,000 travelers visit this attraction every year.

Another attraction travelers from all over the world add to their itinerary every year is Cologne Chocolate Museum. Cologne Chocolate Museum is a popular museum and travel destination with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 28,752 visitors. Today, you can visit this magnificent museum in Cologne too.

For the full Cologne experience, visit the incredible Cologne Zoological Garden. This one-of-a-kind zoo is rated at an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 25,089 visitors.

After or in between exploring Cologne, treat yourself to a delicious meal at a nice restaurant in the city. An excellent option is The Corkonian Irish pub, which is a popular restaurant with an exciting menu. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,421 customers.

Another top-rated restaurant to consider is Barney Vallely's. This restaurant is popular with locals as well as travelers and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 956 customers.

A favorite place to eat among many who have visited Cologne is Hänneschen und die Pfeffermühle. This irresistible restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 901 customers.

If you feel like having a drink or two after your meal, a popular bar you can go to is die kunstbar. This place has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 598 customers.

Get some rest at your hotel in preparation for another wonderful day in Cologne to come!

On day 5 of your fun city break in Cologne, you’ll experience more of the best attractions and activities in the city. You now have 1 night left in Cologne.

Start this beautiful day with a visit to a top-rated catholic cathedral in Cologne, Cologne Cathedral. About 57,506 visitors have rated this attraction an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars.

The popular Cologne Chocolate Museum is another top sight in Cologne that locals and travelers often enjoy spending time at. This museum is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars in 28,752 reviews.

Cologne Zoological Garden is a highlight on travelers’ itineraries in Cologne. This zoo has received an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 25,089 visitors.

Exploring Cologne's best attractions and hidden gems can make you quickly lose track of time. Make sure to grab something to eat and use this opportunity to learn more about Cologne's food culture.

Le Moissonnier is one of the most popular restaurants in Cologne. Most people can find something that fits their taste from Le Moissonnier’s excellent menu. Approximately 499 customers have rated this popular restaurant an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

If you’re in the mood for something different, check out Kaiser Konstantin - Kölsches Brauhaus. This Cologne-based restaurant is one of locals’ favorites and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 456 customers.

Another top-rated restaurant that serves a menu of appetizing food and drinks is Restaurant Heumarkt. This popular restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 633 customers.

If you’re up for getting a drink, consider going to Soul Bar Cologne. Around 292 customers have given this incredible bar an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Locals of Cologne also enjoy the cocktails at Sadie's Irish Pub. This place is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 269 customers and is one of the best you can experience in the city.

Another top-rated alternative for a celebratory drink is The Copper Pot - Köln. This bar has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 527 customers.

Raise a toast and enjoy celebrating another amazing day in Cologne, Germany.

Your city break in Cologne is coming to an end, and it's soon time to say goodbye to the city.

Depending on how much time you have on your departure day, this is your chance to catch one last glimpse of the beautiful city of Cologne. We recommend doing some last-minute shopping or sightseeing.

If you can catch a later flight, we recommend visiting some of the attractions you may not yet have had the time to explore. This extra time will let you dive into more iconic landmarks and uncover hidden gems.

Cologne Cathedral is a fantastic attraction you could visit on your last day in Cologne. This catholic cathedral and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 57,506 visitors. More than 5,000,000 people visit Cologne Cathedral each year.

If you'd rather see something else, Cologne Chocolate Museum museum is a great alternative. According to more than 28,752 reviews, adding up to an average score of 4.3 out of 5 stars, this attraction is a worthwhile visit in the city of Cologne.

To soak in the last of Cologne, you can also make a visit to Cologne Zoological Garden zoo. This outstanding attraction is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 25,089 visitors.

You'll then say farewell to Cologne and begin your journey home, now filled with unforgettable experiences, memories, and photos from Germany!