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General Information on Cologne

Having taken great steps in the industry and trade since the Medieval Age, Cologne is one of the top German cities. Established by the Romans, Cologne also has a marvelous accumulation of history.

We can say that the city divided into two by the River Rhine is a perfect history book with its buildings from the Medieval Age, Roman city walls, quite narrow historical streets, museums, and cathedrals. Today, Cologne is an indispensable travel destination for travelers with its nightlife, shopping avenues, and the next generation museums and art galleries.

How to go to the City Center from Cologne Bonn Airport?

Cologne Bonn Airport is a busy facility that hosts almost 9 million passengers a year. Cologne Bonn Airport, which is a hub for the regions surrounding the city, is rather valuable for transportation in the country. In Cologne Bonn Airport that serves the passengers with 2 passenger terminals and 3 runways, you can find anything a traveler may need, such as sales outlets, restaurants, conference hall, travel agencies, free Wi-Fi service, and observation terrace. It is very easy to go to Cologne city center from the airport that is almost 14 km to the city center.

Train

You can use the rail system to go to the city center from Cologne Bonn Airport. The suburban trains departing from the airport will carry you to the city center and its surroundings. You can get to the central points in Cologne by the trains number S13 or S19.

Bus

You can get to Bonn central train station by taking the bus number SB60. When you are in the central train station, the trams number 66 and 67 will take you to the city center.

Taxi

You can also go to the city center by taking one of the taxis meeting you when you leave the airport through the arrival gate. In Cologne, you may encounter heavy traffic during business hours. Therefore, you must pay attention to the time while preferring taxi transport.

Car Rental

You can also benefit from renting a car to go to Cologne city center and drive throughout your travel. You can receive service from the car rental offices in Cologne Airport.

What to eat in Cologne?

Cologne is one of the most beautiful cities to taste all the delicious dishes of German cuisine. German cuisine does not differ much from city to city. Therefore, you can always find the principal German tastes in this city. Therefore, the most favorite flavors of German cuisine take their place on Cologne tables. Potato is one of the vegetables you can see most frequently in Cologne cuisine. As is the case with numerous cities where German cuisine rules, you can see lots of potatoes in Cologne dishes, too. Potato stews, fried potatoes with vegetables, potato hash browns, and many others are included in the menus of Cologne restaurants.

Potato is not the only thing one can eat in Cologne. Cologne cuisine is rather rich in terms of meat. The schnitzels made of breaded chicken, each more delicious than the last, Himmel und Arde flavored with bacon, and Rouladen dish is the best evidence.

One other dish we will suggest absolutely for those who love meat dishes with sauce is the famous veal stew Sauerbraten. The list of the foods to be eaten in Cologne is rather long. If you would like to taste a dessert that will feast your taste buds after these famous flavors, we suggest you taste Berliner cookies stuffed with various marmalades.

Where to stay in Cologne?

Cologne, which is one of Germany’s most visited touristic cities, is rather rich in accommodation alternatives. The historical buildings, museums, and squares that are some of the most visited sights of the city are located in the city center, generally. Therefore, mostly these regions are preferred for accommodation. As is the case with numerous cities of Germany, Cologne has rather developed mass transport alternatives, too. You had better choose a place to stay as per the transportation routes and your travel plan.

In Cologne, there are the 4 most preferred regions for accommodation. Mostly preferred by the first-time visitors of the city, Altstadt Nord is a region that includes historical buildings mostly. Altstadt Süd is one of the pleasant regions where those who look for more affordable hotels in the city center can prefer, while Neustadt is ideal for those who want to be near the entertainment venues, and Deutz for families.

Must-Do's in Cologne

With its impressive historical buildings, museums, city bazaars each more beautiful than the last, and delicious dishes, there are many things you can explore in Cologne! Get ready for an unforgettable holiday with AnadoluJet Cologne flight ticket. Do not forget to take a look at the list of must-do’s in Cologne before packing your baggage.

• Visit Altstadt (Old Town) region that includes the most beautiful houses of the city. Have yourself photographed in front of the colorful houses.
• Visit the famous chocolate museum of Altstadt, “Schokoladenmuseum”. Buy delicious chocolates while leaving the museum.
• Visit the Cologne Cathedral, one of the iconic structures of the city. Examine its Gothic architectural details.
• See the most beautiful examples of the modern art in Museum Ludwig, one of the most famous museums of Cologne.
• Take an evening walk on the Hohenzollern Bridge, one of the iconic structures built of steel material in 1907. Witness the bright cityscape.
• Go for a pleasant shopping tour on Hohe Strasse that is one of the most dynamic avenues of Cologne. Do not forget to take a break in the famous venues of the avenues after shopping.
• Cross over the River Rhine by the Cologne Cable Car. After a pleasant view of 6 minutes, arrive at the famous zoo Kölner Zoo.
• Take a walk in the company of beautiful fragrances in the famous flower garden Flora und Botanischer Garten Köln next to Kölner Zoo.
• Visit the Christmas markets established during Christmas.
• Taste Rouladen and Himmel und Arde dishes, the outstanding flavors of Cologne cuisine.