Left of Rhine
Travel Guide
Visit Left of Rhine
Where to stay in Left of Rhine
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Old Town Cologne
Cologne Cathedral and Hohe Strasse are a few top attractions in Old Town Cologne. Hop around the city on the metro at Heumarkt U-Bahn or Neumarkt U-Bahn and check out the area's stunning cathedral, stunning river views and popular shops.
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Altstadt-Nord
Known for its stunning cathedral and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Altstadt-Nord. Check out top attractions like Cologne Cathedral and National Socialist Documentation Center, and jump on the metro at Appellhofplatz Breite Strasse U-Bahn or Heumarkt U-Bahn to see more of the city.
![Hohenzollern Bridge which includes a bridge, a church or cathedral and night scenes](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/221000/221197-North-Rhine-Westphalia.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)
Altstadt-Süd
Known for its ample dining options and fascinating museums, there's plenty to explore in Altstadt-Süd. You can visit top attractions like Chocolate Museum and Rheinau Harbour, and jump on the metro at Severinstrasse U-Bahn or Poststrasse U-Bahn to see more of the city.
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Neustadt-Sued
Noted for its shopping and restaurants, there's plenty to explore in Neustadt-Sued. Top attractions like Volksgarten and Cologne Synagogue are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Eifelstrasse U-Bahn or Eifelplatz U-Bahn to see more of the city.
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Belgian Quarter
While you're in Belgian Quarter, take in top sights like Friesenplatz and jump on the metro at Friesenplatz U-Bahn to see more of the city.
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Popular places to visit
![Cologne Cathedral](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/221000/221344-Cologne.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Cologne Cathedral
Marvel at the Gothic architecture and the shrine of the three wise men at one of the largest churches in the world.
![Chocolate Museum](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/221000/221339-Cologne.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Chocolate Museum
Delve into the delectable history of chocolate and sample the confectionary as you find out about the different ways that it is produced around the world.
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Old Market
The city’s former marketplace is now a lively spot known for its café culture and carnivals.
![Hay Market](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/503000/503762-haymarket.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Hay Market
Learn about the local history of Cologne when you spend time at Hay Market. Amble around this culturally rich area's riverfront or seek out the local tours.
![Neumarkt](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/2/ad27e75c4b499d72f2cdebea66b3eebd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Neumarkt
You can find out about the history of Cologne with a trip to Neumarkt. Amble around this culturally rich area's riverfront or experience its fascinating museums.
![Ludwig Museum](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/221000/221883-Ludwig-Museum.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Museum Ludwig
Discover a magnificent survey of modern art in this contemporary museum building dedicated to the arts and music in Cologne’s historic quarter.
Things to do
![Cologne: Old Town Highlights Walking Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/44635730/01692f2a-a91a-428b-abd7-aaeb72d959f7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Cologne: Old Town Highlights Walking Tour
![COLOGNE Exciting discovery tour through the old town](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/2824316/82196d17-1ed1-4bc4-ae10-d36e77059b0b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Cologne City Tour Experience cathedral city on the Rhine
![Cologne: Südstadt Guided Foodie Walking Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4546537/5cf9dc32-b30e-49e7-a3df-96a9e41a021d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Cologne: Südstadt Guided Foodie Walking Tour
![Cologne: 24h Hop-On Hop-Off Sightseeing Bus Ticket](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47904543/81fb639b-cbc8-484b-b3ec-228d3fa74fce.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Cologne: 24h Hop-On Hop-Off Sightseeing Bus Ticket
![The Legendary Kölsch Brewery Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46310129/c7b41791-920a-451c-8cda-4aed74aa455f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)