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10 Days in Cologne: A Journey of Adventure and Culture

Moaz Mohamed

Moaz Mohamed

19 Nov 2023

Join me on a thrilling 10-day adventure in Cologne, Germany. Explore fascinating museums, beautiful parks, and indulge in delicious cuisine. Get ready for an unforgettable experience!

Trip to Cologne

Day 1
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$66

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$ 7

Odysseum
High-tech & interactive science & technology museum aimed at children, plus 3D cinema & live shows.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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$19
9 - 11 min

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Rheinpark
Large landscaped park on both banks of the Rhine, with fountains, playgrounds, a cableway & tours.
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
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Free
8 - 10 min

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Herings im Martinswinkel
1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
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$28
4 - 6 min

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Time Ride
Unique, historical virtual reality experience of Cologne's Old Town in the replica of a tram.
3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
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$19
Day 2
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$26

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$ 7

Fairytale forest Altenberg
Old-fashioned amusement park set in woodland, with dwellings modeled on Brothers Grimm fairy tales.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
31 - 38 min

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Königsforst
Nature reserve covered with forest, with streams & bogs, home to diverse plants & wildlife.
10:30 AM - 1:30 PM
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Free
14 - 17 min

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China Palace
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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$26
Day 3
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$43

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$ 7

Wahner Heide
Large wildlife habitat & conservation area of meadows, forests & streams, plus marked trails.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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Free
43 - 52 min

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Altenberger Dom
Medieval abbey church featuring gothic architecture, ornate windows & tranquil, verdant surrounds.
11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
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Free
36 - 44 min

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Chocolat Grand Cafe
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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$28
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Cologne Chocolate Museum
Exhibits tracing the history of chocolate, from the Aztecs to today, housed in waterside museum.
3:30 PM - 5:00 PM
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$15
Day 4
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$50

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$ 4

Cologne Zoological Garden
Long-established zoo with elephant park, aquarium & rainforest house, plus bird shows.
8:00 AM - 11:00 AM
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$19
4 - 6 min

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Flora und Botanischer Garten Köln
Garden with 11.5 hectares of plants from all climatic zones, plus spring blooms & greenhouses.
11:30 AM - 1:30 PM
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$6
5 - 6 min

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Haus Schnackertz
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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$25
Day 5
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$23

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$ 4

Japanese Garden Leverkusen
Garden created by local businessman in 1913, including Japanese plants, temples, turtles & fish.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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Free
23 - 28 min

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Cologne Cathedral
Landmark Gothic cathedral with a huge facade, plus guided tours & Rhine views.
10:30 AM - 2:30 PM
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Free
5 - 8 min

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Gaffel am Dom GmbH & Co
Das Gaffel am Dom ist ein Brauhaus typisch rheinischer Prägung: Bürgerlich, deftig, behaglich und, wie es dem Rheinländer so eigen ist, positiv, heiter, mit viel Sonne im Herzen.
3:00 PM - 4:30 PM
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$23
Day 6
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$64

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$ 4

AQUALAND Freizeitbad
Kids' slides & pool in water park complex with spa & treatment center, plus sauna for adults.
8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
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$25
21 - 26 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
3 - 4 min

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Latino Loco
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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$30
3 - 4 min

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Heumarkt
Spacious cobblestone plaza lined with cafes & renowned for its annual Christmas market.
3:30 PM - 4:30 PM
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Free
Day 7
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$47

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$ 7

Lindenthaler Tierpark
Up-close contact with animals from Highland cows to deer & peacocks at this eco-minded parkland zoo.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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$6
15 - 18 min

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Volksgarten Köln
This picturesque green space established in 1890 has a pond, playground & trails, plus an old fort.
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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Free
11 - 14 min

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Sweet Sushi
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$30
4 - 5 min

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EL-DE Haus
Nazi-victim memorial center in a former Gestapo headquarters with exhibits & a basement jail.
2:30 PM - 4:00 PM
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$10
Day 8
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$49

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$ 7

Wildpark Reuschenberg
Wildlife park with lynxes, otters, deer, tortoises & birds of prey, plus kids' activities.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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$6
11 - 14 min

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Neuland Park
Park on the Rhine River with miniature golf, kids' play areas, walking paths, a bar & a restaurant.
10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
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Free
26 - 32 min

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Ristorante Via Sistina
1:00 PM - 2:30 PM
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$27
1 - 2 min

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Wallraf - Richartz Museum
Oldest museum in the city, home to important Gothic, Renaissance & Impressionist collections.
2:30 PM - 4:30 PM
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$15
Day 9
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$66

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$ 7

Museum Ludwig
The formerly private collection of Peter Ludwig, with paintings, ceramics, sketches & prints.
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
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$19
25 - 30 min

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Brühl Castle
Rococo style palace from the 18th century with opulent interiors, expansive gardens & guided tours.
10:30 AM - 1:30 PM
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$19
26 - 32 min

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Salvator
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
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$28
2 - 3 min

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Beethoven-Denkmal
Large bronze statue unveiled in 1845 in the city center to honor Ludwig van Beethoven's birthplace.
3:30 PM - 4:00 PM
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Free
Day 10
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$75

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$ 4

Phantasialand
Popular theme park with roller coasters & other thrill rides, plus stage shows & accommodation.
8:00 AM - 2:00 PM
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$50
6 - 8 min

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Pizzeria Napoli
2:30 PM - 4:00 PM
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$25

Budget breakdown: $559 In total

Activities & Food:$507
Transport:$53