Top Cologne Arts & Design

Learn how Eau de Cologne was first produced 300 years ago, by visiting Farina Fragrance Museum in Cologne. You'll avoid long lines by having a pre-booked ticket, and going on a guided tour will help make the most of your visit. Smell different fragrances, see the original arched cellar, learn about perfume production, and see rare historic items. A magnificent tour that helps you step back in time, and understand true craftsmanship.

Here you get a complex insight into art in public space in Cologne. You will see legal and illegal street art in Ehrenfeld. The information is varied as you learn more about works of art, techniques and artists. Since we are in lively exchange with the artists, you will get an authentic insight into the funny, crazy, shocking world of the street art scene in Cologne.

This Experience is provided by a private local. Find out the different cultural and artistic characteristics that makes this city unique, and enjoy the buzzing community and city ambience! Whether you are visiting Cologne as a returning tourist who wants to get to know the city a bit better, or if this is your first time, this Experience is for you! While walking the streets of Cologne and looking at the amazing, unique street art or getting to know more about the city’s galleries and museums, you will hear about street-art artists as well as contemporary artists and their close connection to Cologne. I will share with you the art and cultural world of my city, where you will see, hear, and experience how colorful and multifaceted Cologne is!

This Experience is provided by a private Local. Discover the historical side of Cologne with a passionate local who wants to share all the historical and fun facts about Cologne. Our excursion will start at the Synagogue because Cologne has a deep Jewish history! Learn about how the city has grown and changed over time. From visiting the churches to discovering the history behind the Hahnen Gate or even The Domincan Church of St. Andrew, discover unique sites that an ordinary tourist tour won’t show you! We always knew travelling was the best way of learning, but having a knowledgeable Local by your side to give you insider tips and share local secrets is even better! Of course, if you want to learn about something in particular or have a special interest, just let me know, and I will adjust the itinerary for you!

This Experience is provided by a private local. If you want to spice up your instagram feed and impress your friends with stunning shots from your travels, then you are at the right place! Let me show you the most beautiful and impressive spots in Cologne and guide you with some useful tips to take good pictures from your phone or camera! Of course while strolling through the city and taking photos of the most unique places (like the Dom or the old Market as well as the legendary bridge) you will also get to know more about Cologne and learn about its secrets from a local's perspective. Join me on this adventure and give your insta feed an upgrade! Make sure you don’t book this Experience too late, as you don’t want to miss the golden hour!

This Experience is provided by a private local. Discover the most impressive buildings in Cologne and learn about each one and its characteristics in this invigorating architectural walk. Join me on this adventure and discover the beauty and unique characteristics of the city’s most significant buildings and get to know a bit more about the local culture in Germany from my own perspective. During this walk, you will become better acquainted with the local architecture, while also learning about the way in which this has changed over the years, with the city becoming more modern while still keeping its unique character. While a large part of Cologne’s architecture was destroyed during World War II, some key churches and structures still survive. The city also lays host to some interesting modern architecture, which represents its continued evolving landscape.

Get unbeatable Rhine views from the cafe, through 30-meter-long panoramic windows. See a multitude of historical, chocolate-related machines from the period of industrialization. Learn the history of chocolate from the Mayas and Aztecs.