North Rhine-Westphalia

Neighborhood Tours

Embark on a walking tour in the historic city center of Cologne with a local guide who will show you the city highlights and provide you with ideas and tips for your stay. Experience the special flair of a city that is 2,000 years old. Step into local life as you explore the streets of Cologne with a local by your side. See the Gothic Cathedral, discover the impressive Dionysos mosaic next door, and pass the Museum Ludwig of Modern Art on your way to the river. Stroll along the banks of the Rhine, then walk through the narrow cobbled lanes of the former merchants’ quarter around St. Martin’s church to the spacious Alter Markt (Old Market Square) and the City Hall. 

Start your 3-hour walking tour at Chlodwigplatz, in the heart of the Südstadt. Learn some culinary facts about the district before enjoying your first taster. Hear about the history of the Südstadt as the walk continues. Stop for your second international gastronomical visit. Continue past cool second-hand shops, comic book stores, and the Mangal Döner, Lukas Podolski's latest project. Visit a Cologne brewery before stopping for a typical Cologne snack. Get more insider knowledge from your guide and hear the story of the House Balchem, St. Severin, and the wrong side of the Rhine. Savor another international delicacy and then end the tour with a sweet specialty.

On a sleepy Sunday, when the city seems to lie at rest and a stillness fills the streets of quirky Cologne, take an interesting tour through the hip Belgian quarter and quirky Ehrenfeld area of the city. Rent a bicycle near the Eigelsteintor and cruise through the city on your Citybike as you hear interesting information from your guide. Discover the different forms of street art around the city and see pieces by artists from around the world. Learn about the background and techniques of this art form and its artists, and see another style of art of provisionality and perpetual change, before taking a relaxing break in a local café.

Enjoy an exciting evening and discover the hippest bars and pubs in Dusseldorf's Old Town without the planning or stress. Whether it's for a birthday party, a bachelor or bachelorette party or a work outing, this private premium tour of Dusseldorf’s nightspots will be one to remember. You’ll be met by your private guide at or near the Heinrich-Heine-Allee at the music pavilion, from where your night will begin. On this 4-hour activity, you’ll have exclusive entry to venues and enjoy a welcome shot at every bar, and even a shot or two on the go. You will listen to great music, have lots of fun in good company and receive special extras as tiaras or key chains in recognition of your bachelor or bachelorette party. You also have the option to add an exclusive 10-minute exclusive strip show at one of the locations, by upgrading to the super premium pub crawl option.

Discover Dusseldorf's party culture on this guided tour in the Old Town. Taste the local beer, stop at a delicious cupcake cafe, and learn fascinating anecdotes about the Old Town and why it's known as "the longest bar in the world." Begin your tour in style with a can of Hugo at Carlsplatz. Stroll with your guide through Düsseldorf's Old Town and hear entertaining anecdotes about love, life, and partying at "the longest bar in the world." On your way to Königsallee, stop for some pink party shots and a local Altbier. Take a break at an ice cream parlor with special alcoholic ice cream. If you dare, enter the "Radschlag" contest to win a medal before heading to Düsseldorf's first cupcake café. As you enjoy your cupcake, snap the perfect Instagram pictures for your stories. Play drinking games with your friends. Finish your party tour in a bar at Bolker Straße with one more party shot.

Discover Düsseldorf’s Kaiserswerth neighborhood with this interactive self-guided experience. Explore at your own pace as you solve 12 riddles in a game played on your phone. Admire Baroque architecture, pass castle ruins, and see the impressive basilica of St. Suitbertus.  Your challenge starts at the central square in Klemens Viertel. Each riddle takes you from one hidden location to the next. You’ll unlock local recommendations and fun facts, as you learn about the 1,000-year-old history of the city.  See popular sights from a different angle and find spots that even locals don’t know about. Enjoy quiet squares, as well as the busy streets filled with cafes, pubs, galleries and sights.   This game is suitable for friends, couples, families with kids and team-building events. Enjoy being together while exploring a city, get creative and use your imagination to unlock Düsseldorf’s secrets. What are you waiting for?

Discover Cologne as never before with this original interactive game experience. Using your cell phone, your challenge will start on the side portal of the Roman north gate CCAA in front of the cathedral’s main entrance. Simply open your e-mail link and your adventure will begin! Set off to explore Cologne as you solve 16 clues, with each correct answer taking you to the next location. As you proceed through the challenge, learn more about the history of the city and the local culture with fun facts. If you need a little helping hand, ask for hints to help you solve the clues. Take in some of Cologne's most beautiful sights, visit some of its oldest spots and find out things you never knew about the city. If you're looking for a fun way to experience the city, then this is a truly unique opportunity.

Transform the way you travel and make it as much about the people you meet as the places you see. Get a welcome to Cologne from a local eager to share all the tips and tricks to help you make the most of your stay. You can meet at your hotel or Airbnb accommodation and get familiar with the neighborhood. Learn all the insider tips, such as the best places to eat and buy groceries, and the easiest ways to get around. Alternatively, arrange to meet at a central landmark or intersection to start your walking tour. Hear about the top things to see and do in the city, customized to your interests. By the end of your tour, you will feel more comfortable navigating the city and confident that you have all the information you need.