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5 Days in Cologne: Unveiling History and Delightful Surprises

Mücahit Karahan

Mücahit Karahan

21 Dec 2023

Embark on a thrilling journey through Cologne's rich history and vibrant culture. From ancient marvels to mouthwatering delights, this itinerary promises an unforgettable adventure for solo travelers.

Trip to Cologne

Day 1Time Ride, Kolumba, EL-DE Haus
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$42

Time Ride
Unique, historical virtual reality experience of Cologne's Old Town in the replica of a tram.
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
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$19
8 - 12 min

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Kolumba
Modern & classic Christian artworks in contemporary spaces amid 19th-century church remains.
9:30 AM - 11:00 AM
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$13
5 - 8 min

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EL-DE Haus
Nazi-victim memorial center in a former Gestapo headquarters with exhibits & a basement jail.
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
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$10
Day 2Cologne Cathedral, Duftmuseum im Farina Haus
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$9

Cologne Cathedral
Landmark Gothic cathedral with a huge facade, plus guided tours & Rhine views.
8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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Free
4 - 6 min

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Duftmuseum im Farina Haus
Guided tours offered in a fragrance museum dating from 1709 where Eau de Cologne was invented.
12:30 PM - 1:30 PM
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$9
Day 3Rautenstrauch-Joest-Museum, Museum Ludwig, Cologne Chocolate Museum
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$47

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$ 4

Rautenstrauch-Joest-Museum
Large, contemporary ethnological museum with a variety of international cultural exhibits & art.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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$13
15 - 22 min

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Museum Ludwig
The formerly private collection of Peter Ludwig, with paintings, ceramics, sketches & prints.
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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$19
12 - 15 min

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Cologne Chocolate Museum
Exhibits tracing the history of chocolate, from the Aztecs to today, housed in waterside museum.
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$15
Day 4Schloss Augustusburg - UNESCO Weltkulturerbe, Wallraf - Richartz Museum
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$34

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$ 4

Schloss Augustusburg - UNESCO Weltkulturerbe
Exhibits tracing the history of motorcycling, housed in an ornate castle with landscaped gardens.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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$19
33 - 40 min

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Wallraf - Richartz Museum
Oldest museum in the city, home to important Gothic, Renaissance & Impressionist collections.
11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
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$15
Day 5Deutsches Sport & Olympia Museum, Odysseum
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$32

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$ 4

Deutsches Sport & Olympia Museum
Museum exhibits on the Olympics, especially 1936-1972, & history of national & international sport.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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$13
16 - 20 min

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Odysseum
High-tech & interactive science & technology museum aimed at children, plus 3D cinema & live shows.
10:30 AM - 1:30 PM
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$19

Budget breakdown: $172 In total

Activities & Food:$162
Transport:$10