8 days in Cologne Itinerary

Though Cologne famously contains 12 Romanesque churches, the city's top prize remains its landmark Gothic cathedral.

Kids will appreciate attractions like Cologne Cathedral and Aachen Cathedral. Venture out of the city with trips to 66 Minuten - Theater Adventures (in Neuwied), Cherry Blossom (in Bonn) and Frankfurt (Liebfrauen - Ort der Stille, Main Tower, &more). The adventure continues: find something for the whole family at Phantasialand, let little ones run wild at Irrland, get your game on at Playpaintball Jungle, and explore the world behind art at Wallraf-Richartz Museum.

To see maps, where to stay, reviews, and more tourist information, read our Cologne sightseeing planning website.

If you are flying in from Australia, the closest major aiports are Düsseldorf Airport, Cologne Bonn Airport, Dortmund Airport and Weeze Airport. July in Cologne sees daily highs of 29°C and lows of 16°C at night. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 13th (Mon) so you can travel back home.