Belgian Quarter Travel Guide
Cologne
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Popular places to visit
Cologne Cathedral
You can learn about the local history of Cologne when you visit a top site such as Cologne Cathedral. Stroll along the riverfront in this culturally rich area or seek out the local tours.
LANXESS Arena
Catch an event at LANXESS Arena during your trip to Cologne. Amble around this culturally rich area's riverfront or experience its fascinating museums.
RheinEnergieStadion
Catch an event at RheinEnergieStadion during your trip to Cologne. Stroll along the riverfront in this culturally rich area or visit its local chocolate shops.
Chocolate Museum
You can study the exhibits at Chocolate Museum, a museum with a storied past, during your travels to Cologne. Amble around this culturally rich area's riverfront or experience its fascinating museums.
Old Market
During your visit to Cologne, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Old Market. Stroll along the riverfront or experience the fascinating museums in this culturally rich area.
Palladium
Enjoy a performance at Palladium, a popular theatre in Cologne. Stroll along the riverfront or experience the fascinating museums in this culturally rich area.
Top hotels in Belgian Quarter
Maritim Hotel Köln
Beautiful Hotel, great location and friendly staff
Reviewed on 3 Jan 2026
art'otel Cologne powered by Radisson Hotels
Good location, good facilities, room was clean although was not serviced daily as this has to be asked for in the morning of the day you would like to have the room made up
Reviewed on 4 Jan 2026
Lindner Hotel Cologne City Plaza, part of JdV by Hyatt
Great stay!
Reviewed on 30 Dec 2025
Pullman Cologne
Rooms were spotless, kind staff, great location
Reviewed on 9 Jan 2026
Novotel Köln City
Room was very clean and comfortable. Breakfast was excellent and well staffed, meaning items were refilled quickly and efficiently. Location was perfect for us as a family - we came for the Christmas markets and the train car taking you around the four main ones was a few minute walk!
Reviewed on 22 Dec 2025
AMERON Köln Hotel Regent
Overall, the hotel was good and I had a pleasant stay. I did not receive any VIP benefits such as a room upgrade or similar perks. As an Expedia Gold Member, I was expecting at least one VIP offer from the hotel, but no benefits were provided at all. The only thing I received was early check-in Additionally, ...
Reviewed on 31 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Belgian Quarter
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 Cologne City Museum, and jump on the metro at Appellhofplatz Breite Strasse U-Bahn or Heumarkt U-Bahn to see more of the city.
Neustadt-Nord
Noted for its shopping and restaurants, there's plenty to explore in Neustadt-Nord. Top attractions like Schauspiel Koln and Friesenplatz are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Christophstrasse - Mediapark U-Bahn or Ebertplatz U-Bahn to see more of the city.
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.
Ehrenfeld
Noted for its bars and shopping, there's plenty to explore in Ehrenfeld. Top attractions like MMC Studios and Neptunbad are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Koernerstrasse U-Bahn or Venloer Strasse Guertel U-Bahn to see more of the city.
Innenstadt
Known for its stunning cathedral and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Innenstadt. Check out top attractions like Cologne Cathedral and Old Market, and jump on the metro at Heumarkt U-Bahn or Appellhofplatz Breite Strasse U-Bahn to see more of the city.
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.
