Best Historical landmarks in Cologne, Germany to visit (UPDATED February, 2024)

Best places: Historical landmarks in Cologne

Discover the best places in Cologne, curated using our unique algorithm blending 'Top Rated' and 'Most Reviewed' establishments. Uncover the city's gems and must-visit locales for an unforgettable experience. This list contains 1.3K places from Historical landmark category.

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Fuerstenlager

State park

Spa fountain & village in the landscaped grounds of an 18th-century aristocrat's summer residence.

4.80 (1.5K reviews) (~181.85 km from centre)

Altschlossfelsen

Natural rock climbing area

👍👍 Came here today with my three kids ages 6, 4, and 2, and a friend with her 6 year old. I wore the 2yo and also had an extra carrier for the 4yo, which came in very handy. I didn't bring my double BOB stroller, based on others' reviews, but looking back, it would have worked for the bulk of the walk...

4.80 (1.3K reviews) (~208.1 km from centre)

Käppele Sanctuary

Catholic church

Landmark 1700s church & pilgrimage site featuring opulent rococo architecture & artwork.

4.80 (1.3K reviews) (~246.17 km from centre)

Limburg an der Lahn Altstadt

Historical landmark

👍👍 Limburg us very romantic city. Small wonders, no effort to reach the Cathedral, then next to train station is already the old town. So aiming for Cathedral would make you wonder first to the medieval houses. There are many restaurants but surprisingly mostly Italians. I am expecting some traditional...

4.80 (905 reviews) (~98.89 km from centre)

UNESCO-Welterbe Zollverein

Historical place

Monumental buildings and a museum on the site of a coke and coal mine which began in 1849.

4.70 (20.5K reviews) (~61.37 km from centre)

Bergpark Wilhelmshöhe

State park

Flemish & German Old Masters, plus ancient ceramics & antique weaponry in a grandiose art museum.

4.70 (19.5K reviews) (~175.7 km from centre)

Old Main Bridge

Historical landmark

Open to pedestrians only, the city's oldest stone bridge features statues of saints & other icons.

4.70 (15.7K reviews) (~245.9 km from centre)

Schlossplatz

Historical landmark

Public space in storied surroundings hosting light shows, ice skating & other seasonal activities.

4.70 (7.3K reviews) (~237.81 km from centre)

Völklingen Ironworks

Historical landmark

Historic ironworks, now closed & restored to show the area's extensive industrial heritage.

4.70 (7K reviews) (~188.1 km from centre)

Lindenthaler Tierpark

Animal park

Up-close contact with animals from Highland cows to deer & peacocks at this eco-minded parkland zoo.

4.70 (5K reviews) (~4.53 km from centre)

Wasserfall Saarburg

Historical landmark

👍 Beautiful spot nice restaurants on both sides of the river, where you can sit and enjoy a relaxing drink and food with the sound of the waterfall. Bucolic bridges give you access from one side to other. Make sure you visit the church and explore the narrow streets around. There are excellent places...

4.70 (4.4K reviews) (~150.77 km from centre)