
Cologne Zoo houses more than 750 different species from all over the world, making it a popular excursion destination for families and animal lovers. Some of the animals you can see here are hippos, e...
For your trip to Germany, why not try enchanting Cologne? The fourth largest city in Germany is famous for its wonderful Christmas markets, but has charms to offer throughout the year. Bisected by the River Rhine, Cologne enjoys a privileged location, which makes it the ideal base from which explore the neighbouring cities of Dusseldorf and Bonn as well as being a fantastic city destination in its own right.
Cologne Bonn Airport transfers from hoppa offer a great value way to start your holiday off with the minimum of fuss and the maximum relaxation. Both Bonn City Centre and Dusseldorf City are within easy reach of the airport but the jewel in the crown is, without a doubt, Cologne Cathedral, which is a UNESCO World Heritage site. Construction began in 1248 and was not finished until some 632 years later. But if religious architecture is not your thing, there are plenty of other reasons to visit Cologne: the Old Town is a charming space to explore at your leisure. Its maze of narrow alleys and lanes will take you back to mediaeval times and when your wandering makes you hungry, you can try the local Halver Hahn sandwich washed down, naturally, with some of that famous German beer.
Book your transfers with hoppa today and we’ll make sure you enjoy all of the incredible attraction German cities are so famous for, whether you’re headed to Cologne, Dusseldorf or Bonn.
Destination | Distance (approx.) | Duration (approx.) | |
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Cologne (Köln) | 15 km | 26 min | |
Bonn | 23 km | 26 min | |
Troisdorf | 12 km | 19 min | |
Koblenz Port | 104 km | 66 min | |
Dusseldorf | 54 km | 50 min |
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Cologne Zoo houses more than 750 different species from all over the world, making it a popular excursion destination for families and animal lovers. Some of the animals you can see here are hippos, e...
Work on the Cologne Cathedral began in 1248 and it was the largest building project undertaken in the Middle Ages. A large, spacious church was needed to accommodate the influx of pilgrims who came to...
This botanical garden housing about 10,000 types of plants dates back to the 19th century and is beautifully located along the Rhine River. The main greenhouse alone, with its great assortment of plan...
The Praetorium was once the seat of the Imperial Governor of Cologne. Now this is an underground archaeological area where you can walk around and through tunnels with Roman ruins and learn more about...
The Germans have always been big music lovers, and Cologne is no exception. Cologne Opera is the main opera house in the city, featuring modern architecture, a resident opera company and a rich cultur...
Lanxess Arena is one of Europe\u0027s biggest entertainment venues and can accomodate up to 20,000 people. All sorts of events take place here, from concerts to ice-hockey games and big shows. Just ch...
The Volksgarten is popular among visitors and locals alike. This public park is located by a beautiful lake and is a nice place for a peaceful stroll. There are also a playground for children and a be...
A walk over Hohenzollern Bridge, one of the most famous sights of Cologne, is simply a must-do. This railway and pedestrian bridge was originally built between 1907 and 1911, but had to be reconstruct...
In Cologne you can visit the oldest town hall of all Germany, with parts of it dating back to the 11th century. It features various architectural styles and sculptures from different periods adorn the...
The Old Town of Cologne encompasses twelve Romanesque churches that constitute one of the cultural highlights of the city. All of them where originally built in the 12th and 13th century and feature b...
One of the most beautiful, picture-postcard views of Cologne Cathedral can be enjoyed from Köln Triangle. The visitor’s platform on the rooftop of this building is at a height of more than 100 meters,...
A boat tour on the Rhine is one of the most exciting ways to visit the city. One of the companies that offer this kind of experience is KD, with up to 6 tours a day departing a few steps away from the...
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OpeningHours
Department stores and large shops open from around 10.00 to 20.00 from Monday to Friday and on Saturdays from 10.00 to 18.00 (larger shops until 20.00). Supermarkets and food shops often open at 08.00. Most of the shops are closed on Sundays.
Population
1,061
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KölnTourismus GmbH Address: Kardinal-Höffner-Platz 1 Phone: +49 221 346430 Opening hours: Mon-Sat 9.00 - 20.00, Sun and Public Holidays 10.00 - 17.00
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