Cologne Classic Private Tour
Do you want to see Cologne through the eyes of locals, learning Cologne's important history but not being dragged through dry facts and numbers? How about finding hidden spots not even locals now about but help explain the attitude Cologne has had for generations? Maybe you want to understand why people here love their city so unconditionally despite its bizarre issues and blatant mismanagement?
We've got the tour for you. For the few hours we're together, we'll give you an understanding of what makes Cologne so unique, so loved by locals and expats alike, such a cheery place despites its exterior and the mistakes that cover the city (we'll talk about those too!) We'll help you understand the true Kölner Feeling, the Cologne Feeling that is contagious to all who incounter it.
Options
Classic Cologne Private Tour
One Local Kölsch Beer: Enjoy a fresh Kölsch, Cologne's local beer, from one of our typical Brauhäuser in the city!
The Hidden Old Town: See not only the tourist attractions but the secrets that even locals don't see in Cologne's Old Town.
What's included in Cologne Classic Private Tour
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Cologne Cathedral
The starting point of our tour, here you'll meet your guide and start with an introduction into the city of Cologne and what you can expect while visiting this loved city on the Rhine! We'll begin with the history of Cologne's foundation and the woman who helped build it while also exploring some hidden nearby ruins not known by most locals. You'll also begin to learn what makes Cologne so much different than other German cities!
Hohenzollern Bridge
Also known as the Love Lock bridge, view the Cathedral from its most famous angle while learning the history of Cologne's most important bridge from the good to the bad. You'll also hear a little of Cologne's history of poor construction.
Visit Cologne's famous Fischmarket while hearing stories of the Rhein river and its importance to Cologne. With one of Cologne's most iconic views as a backdrop, here you'll learn what made the river both the greatest giver and taker of life in Cologne while making us a city larger than London for centuries.
Inclusions
- Personal guide.
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Meet
Pickup and Dropoff
You will make your own way to the meeting points
Meeting Points
- Meet your guide near the Kreuzblume, away from the entrance of the cathedral to the east and down a slight flight of stairs! The will be wearing a Freewalk Cologne ID badge.
End Points
- We'll finish our tour right where we began, in the center of the city!
Redeem
Ticket Redemption
The guide will be waiting for you at the Eigelsteintorburg and will be easy to recognize.
