Free walking tours in Cologne and what to see
Free walking tours (you tip what you think it was worth at the end), guided visits, night tours, tickets and day trips in Cologne. You book them on Civitatis, with free cancellation on most.
Free tours and guided visits in Cologne in numbers
Of the 9 activities Civitatis shows for Cologne, 2 are free walking tours and 7 have free cancellation. The one with the most reviews is “Cologne Free Walking Tour” (6,146 reviews, 9.1 out of 10). Data from Civitatis, updated daily.
- activities
- 9
- free walking tours
- 2
- cheapest paid tour
- €9
- average traveller score
- 8.9
- reviews
- 6,543
- typical length
- 2 h
What to see in Cologne
Must-sees
Cologne Cathedral, with its two 157-metre spires, appears the moment you step out of the station. You can climb the south tower by more than 500 steps. Behind it lie the old town of Kölsch brewpubs, the Roman-Germanic Museum, the Chocolate Museum and the Rhine promenade.
Free tours and guided visits
Cologne has free walking tours of the centre, Rhine cruises and, in Advent, tours of its Christmas markets.
How long to spend
One day covers the cathedral and the old town; two leave time for the museums or a trip to Bonn.
Where to stay
Around the cathedral are the most practical hotels. In Deutz, across the Rhine, are the trade fair hotels, with cathedral views.
Where to stay in Cologne
The areas we cover in our guide to where to stay: Near the cathedral, Altstadt and Deutz and the trade fair. See the areas guide and the best-rated hotels in Cologne
Frequently asked questions about free walking tours in Cologne
Is there a free walking tour in Cologne?
Yes: right now there are 2 free walking tours on Civitatis, “Cologne Free Walking Tour” (9.1 out of 10 from 6,146 reviews) and “World War II Free Tour” (9.1 out of 10 from 122 reviews). They are free: at the end you tip what you like.
How much does a guided tour in Cologne cost?
Between €9 and €319 for the paid activities currently on Civitatis; free walking tours are free, with a tip at the end.
What is the best-rated tour in Cologne?
“Cologne Free Walking Tour”, with 9.1 out of 10 from 6,146 traveller reviews on Civitatis.
How much time do you need to see Cologne?
One day covers the cathedral and the old town; two leave time for the museums or a trip to Bonn.
Where should I stay in Cologne?
It depends on your trip. In our guide to the areas of Cologne we cover Near the cathedral, Altstadt and Deutz and the trade fair.