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Cologne Food and Kolsch Tasting Walking Tour

This isn’t just a food tour—it’s a journey through Cologne’s soul, guided by a true local. Your host, Falke, was born and raised in Cologne …More

4.9 (43)

Cologne Food and Kolsch Tasting Walking Tour

This isn’t just a food tour—it’s a journey through Cologne’s soul, guided by a true local. Your host, Falke, was born and raised in Cologne...

3 hours 30 minutes • Free Cancellation
4.9 (43)
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$174
Small-Group Bike Tour of Cologne with Guide

Combine classic sightseeing with a relaxing bike tour of Cologne. You will ride along a scenic route 10m (15km) that takes you to the city's …More

4.8 (350)

Small-Group Bike Tour of Cologne with Guide

Combine classic sightseeing with a relaxing bike tour of Cologne. You will ride along a scenic route 10m (15km) that takes you to the city's...

3 hours • Free Cancellation
4.8 (350)
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$50
Cologne Highlights Walking Tour with your Private Tour Guide 3 h

Discover Cologne with all your senses! We are offering walking tours in Cologne, Germany, for groups, individuals and businesspersons. Our clients benefit the full attention …More

4.9 (29)

Cologne Highlights Walking Tour with your Private Tour Guide 3 h

Discover Cologne with all your senses! We are offering walking tours in Cologne, Germany, for groups, individuals and businesspersons. Our clients benefit the full attention...

3 hours • Hotel pickup offered • Free Cancellation
4.9 (29)
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$263
Private-Group Bike Tour of Cologne with Guide

On this tour our guide will be exclusively there for you and your friends, family, clubmates or colleagues. Combine classic sightseeing with a relaxing bike …More

5.0 (14)

Private-Group Bike Tour of Cologne with Guide

On this tour our guide will be exclusively there for you and your friends, family, clubmates or colleagues. Combine classic sightseeing with a relaxing bike...

3 hours • Free Cancellation
5.0 (14)
from
$609
Cologne Christmas Market and Kölsch Beer Small-Group Tour

This Christmas market special tour starts at Brauerei zur Malzmühle, the second oldest brewery in Cologne! There you will get an introduction to the local …More

4.8 (31)

Cologne Christmas Market and Kölsch Beer Small-Group Tour

This Christmas market special tour starts at Brauerei zur Malzmühle, the second oldest brewery in Cologne! There you will get an introduction to the local...

3 hours • Free Cancellation
4.8 (31)
from
$34
3-Hour Cologne Street Art Bike Tour in Small Group with Guide

Cologne's scene has lots to offer and on our relaxed guided bike tour you immerse into the colorful world of street art. From large murals …More

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3-Hour Cologne Street Art Bike Tour in Small Group with Guide

Cologne's scene has lots to offer and on our relaxed guided bike tour you immerse into the colorful world of street art. From large murals...

3 hours • Free Cancellation
4.8 (18)
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$50
Exclusive E Bike Tour of Cologne with Guide in Small Group

Take part in the first exclusive E-Bike tour of Cologne! Cycle in small groups of 10 people on comfortable e-bikes and see the highlights of …More

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Exclusive E Bike Tour of Cologne with Guide in Small Group

Take part in the first exclusive E-Bike tour of Cologne! Cycle in small groups of 10 people on comfortable e-bikes and see the highlights of...

3 hours 30 minutes • Free Cancellation
4.9 (11)
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$74
Cologne Heritage Tour: Cathedral, Historic Sites & Museums

Discover Cologne’s rich history and culture as you stroll along Europe’s busiest shopping street, blending modern and Roman architecture with landmarks like Antoniterkirche and the …More

4.7 (7)

Cologne Heritage Tour: Cathedral, Historic Sites & Museums

Discover Cologne’s rich history and culture as you stroll along Europe’s busiest shopping street, blending modern and Roman architecture with landmarks like Antoniterkirche and the...

3 hours
4.7 (7)
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$23
A Rhine Adventure: Excursion from Cologne to Düsseldorf

Your excursion begins in Cologne, where you board a train for a short journey to Düsseldorf. Upon arrival, you’ll experience the Renaissance charm of the …More

5.0 (1)

A Rhine Adventure: Excursion from Cologne to Düsseldorf

Your excursion begins in Cologne, where you board a train for a short journey to Düsseldorf. Upon arrival, you’ll experience the Renaissance charm of the...

5 hours
5.0 (1)
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$870
Cologne Nightlife Tour: 4 Venues, Shots & Club Entry

You arrive alone or with a friend. Ten minutes later you're holding a welcome shot and talking to people from half a dozen countries. That's …More

4.5 (11)

Cologne Nightlife Tour: 4 Venues, Shots & Club Entry

You arrive alone or with a friend. Ten minutes later you're holding a welcome shot and talking to people from half a dozen countries. That's...

4 hours • Free Cancellation
4.5 (11)
from
$29
Cologne Heritage Walk: Cathedral, Bridges & Historic Treasures

Discover Cologne’s rich history and culture as you stroll along Europe’s busiest shopping street, blending modern and Roman architecture with landmarks like Antoniterkirche and the …More

5.0 (4)

Cologne Heritage Walk: Cathedral, Bridges & Historic Treasures

Discover Cologne’s rich history and culture as you stroll along Europe’s busiest shopping street, blending modern and Roman architecture with landmarks like Antoniterkirche and the...

3 hours
5.0 (4)
from
$32
Cologne: Private Half-Day Trip Drachenburg Castle and Linz

Ride on the oldest German cog railway and visit the amazing Drachenburg Castle on a day trip from Cologne with a Private Guide and transport. …More

5.0 (2)

Cologne: Private Half-Day Trip Drachenburg Castle and Linz

Ride on the oldest German cog railway and visit the amazing Drachenburg Castle on a day trip from Cologne with a Private Guide and transport....

4 to 6 hours • Hotel pickup offered • Free Cancellation
5.0 (2)
from
$155
Cologne EL-DE Haus and WWII Jewish Holocaust History Tour

Visit EL-De House, the former Gestapo headquarters in Cologne, and learn about World War II and the Holocaust from a Private Guide. Gain insight into …More

5.0 (4)

Cologne EL-DE Haus and WWII Jewish Holocaust History Tour

Visit EL-De House, the former Gestapo headquarters in Cologne, and learn about World War II and the Holocaust from a Private Guide. Gain insight into...

3 hours • Free Cancellation
5.0 (4)
from
$50
Third Reich Cologne: A Private 1933-1945 History Walk

Walk in the footsteps of history on this private, three-hour tour exploring Cologne’s transformation during the rise and fall of the Third Reich. This is …More

Third Reich Cologne: A Private 1933-1945 History Walk

Walk in the footsteps of history on this private, three-hour tour exploring Cologne’s transformation during the rise and fall of the Third Reich. This is...

3 hours
from
$449

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This is a Must do!
New York City
Small-Group Bike Tour of Cologne with Guide
lovetoosie, Sep 2026
This is a Must do!
The guide was humorous and everyone enjoyed the tour. The e-bike is the way to go since you have some inclined during the trip.
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Great night out
New York City
Cologne Nightlife Tour: 4 Venues, Shots & Club Entry
675jadab, Sep 2026
Great night out
Jakob was great! He guided us around and got the group excited about our night out. I had a great time.
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Great and worth it
New York City
Small-Group Bike Tour of Cologne with Guide
La_M, Sep 2026
Great and worth it
Was a great tour, used e bikes which made it easy but normal bikes would also do the trick. Host was great and we got to bike along the most famous landmarks of the city
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Cologne food and beer
New York City
Cologne Food and Kolsch Tasting Walking Tour
824marybeths, Sep 2026
Cologne food and beer
The Cologne food tour exceeded our expectations. We had a schedule conflict that almost caused us to cancel that morning but our guide was extremely flexible and adjusted the schedule for us on very short notice. We spent the day with a local who showed us around the city, pointing out interesting landmarks and leading us to several local spots to try food and beer unique to the city. It was a perfect day, we were able to explore and see parts of the city we never would’ve found on our own. The food and beer were amazing. Our guide made us feel like friends and customized the tour for our interests and accommodated dietary restrictions.
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Great tour - plenty of food and drinks!
New York City
Cologne Food and Kolsch Tasting Walking Tour
helengN4563UU, Aug 2026
Great tour - plenty of food and drinks!
It was a very hot day and it was just myself and my husband and our guide but this was not a problem- our guide was very friendly and greeted us with bottles of cold water- really interesting experience and we enjoyed the beer and the many food items- we were very full by the cheesecake visit but it was delicious so worth it! We definitely didn’t need dinner afterwards and had had lots to drink- great tour, highly recommend 😀
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⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Deserves more than 5 stars!
New York City
3-Hour Cologne Street Art Bike Tour in Small Group with Guide
Guide47056883000, Aug 2026
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Deserves more than 5 stars!
Our bike tour through Cologne yesterday with our guide Christian was simply fantastic and really exceeded our expectations! 🚲❤️From the very first minute, the atmosphere was great. Christian is incredibly likable, humorous, and really knows Cologne inside and out. With his relaxed and warm manner, he not only showed us the well-known sights but also told us many interesting stories and little-known facts about the city. It was never boring at any time – quite the opposite: We saw a lot, learned a lot, and above all, laughed a lot!The tour was perfectly organized, the route was varied, and the pace was just right. We felt safe and in good hands at all times.For us, this bike tour was a real highlight and a wonderful way to get to know Cologne. We would book it again anytime and can recommend Christian as a guide without reservation!Thank you very much, Christian, for this great tour and the unforgettable day in Cologne! 🚲🥰 Absolute recommendation – 5 stars are actually not enough! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐Dany & Jörg
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A successful evening
New York City
Cologne Nightlife Tour: 4 Venues, Shots & Club Entry
fionasN332IB, Jul 2026
A successful evening
It was a very fun evening and everyone was very nice. The tour guide was totally likable. The bars we visited were all great and the welcome shots were all very delicious. Only the club we visited last didn't quite hit our taste.
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Great and interesting tour with knowledgeable guide
New York City
Exclusive E Bike Tour of Cologne with Guide in Small Group
Lars S, May 2026
Great and interesting tour with knowledgeable guide
We had a really pleasant trip with a friendly and knowledgeable guide. The information provided was interesting and it was nice to get to know a bit more about the soul of the city and the reason for why the city is as it is, and not just a walkthrough of the historical events and dates. I can highly recommend this tour.
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Wonderful and informative tour! Highly recommend!
New York City
Cologne Heritage Tour: Cathedral, Historic Sites & Museums
mike o, May 2026
Wonderful and informative tour! Highly recommend!
We were 2 couples and enjoyed a wonderful tour with Aylin. Aylin was knowledgeable, answered all our questions and adjusted the pace to match our style- especially around the Cathedral. She insured everything was in place and was so pleasant and informative. We give Aylin and the tour 5 stars for sure. Highly recommend.
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Good tour - Good service - Good guide
New York City
3-Hour Cologne Street Art Bike Tour in Small Group with Guide
Klaus_P, May 2026
Good tour - Good service - Good guide
Although we knew Cologne, we were able to broaden our horizons on this tour. To experience Cologne from a different perspective. To experience street art not as an art form but as part of an ever-evolving society was a pleasure for us. Thanks for the - subjective - insights into this great city.
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Michael is the best in Cologne
New York City
Cologne Highlights Walking Tour with your Private Tour Guide 3 h
Donna_M, Mar 2026
Michael is the best in Cologne
Excellent tour for lots of history of cologne. Our tour guide Michael is extremely knowledgeable and so friendly! Never a bad question.
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What a great experience!
New York City
Cologne Highlights Walking Tour with your Private Tour Guide 3 h
Kevin_B, Dec 2025
What a great experience!
Michael was absolutely wonderful and we could not have been more pleased. He was a wealth of knowledge about Cologne and the area in general. He answered every question we posed with poise, grace and sometimes - humor. He even took care to try to play our trip around areas he thought may be of interest instead of just following a routine. Michael was great and 5 stars too low for the great tour of Cologne he provided. Well done!
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A must do
New York City
Cologne Christmas Market and Kölsch Beer Small-Group Tour
Marina_M, Dec 2025
A must do
It was my first night in Cologne and figured, this will be a great way to start my trrip. Well, I wasn't wrong. We were quite a small group, 3 people in total, plus our guide Jenz. That just contributed the the atmosphere of the tour. It felt like being out with friends and enjoying the night. As it was quite crouded, Jenz offered to skip the main Christmas market and visit few smaller ones. Well, that was the right call. We saw Santas on motorbikes, live entertainment and tasted some delicious gluhwein. And the markets we visited were beutiful and each one a bit different from the previous one. Plus Jenz was great at sharing all kinds of historical and funny facts.Definitely recommend this tour
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Outstanding Tour
New York City
Cologne Heritage Walk: Cathedral, Bridges & Historic Treasures
Joseph_S, Dec 2025
Outstanding Tour
Toured during Christmas season. Excellent tour of Cologne Cathedral and visited several Christmas markets.
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Love Christmas Markets..
New York City
Cologne Christmas Market and Kölsch Beer Small-Group Tour
jdalferez, Nov 2025
Love Christmas Markets..
Had a wonderful time walking around Christmas Markets . David was very knowledgeable and accommodating. Glad we did this tour.
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Sarah was an amazing...
New York City
Exclusive E Bike Tour of Cologne with Guide in Small Group
lynne_c, Oct 2025
Sarah was an amazing...
Sarah was an amazing guide!! Took us to places we would have never seen ourselves. Highly recommend this bike tour!
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