Neighborhood guide
Where to Stay in Cologne
The 3 areas worth basing yourself in Cologne, Germany — ranked by our editors, with walking distances from the center. First-timers: start with Altstadt.
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Top pick
Altstadt
Old town between cathedral and Rhine — brauhauses, restaurants, the city heart.
7 min walk from center
#2
Ehrenfeld
Hip residential side — vintage shops, indie venues, the most creative restaurants.
3.1 km from center
#3
Rheinauhafen
Modern harbour district — the Chocolate Museum, the famous crane-shaped buildings.
20 min walk from center
Getting around
KVB Stadtbahn and buses cover the city; central walkable historic core.
Buy a KölnCard for transit + museum discounts; the cathedral itself is free to enter.