Altstadt-Nord Travel Guide
Cologne
Visit Altstadt-Nord
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.
Musical Dome
Enjoy a show at Musical Dome, a theatre with a story to tell in Cologne. Make time for the stunning cathedral and local tours in this culturally rich area.
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.
Hay Market
Learn about the local history of Cologne when you spend time at Hay Market. Amble around this culturally rich area's riverfront or seek out the local tours.
Hohenzollern Bridge
You can learn about the history of Cologne with a trip to Hohenzollern Bridge. Amble around this culturally rich area's riverfront or seek out the local tours.
City Hall
After visiting City Hall, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Cologne. Amble around this culturally rich area's riverfront or seek out the local tours.
Top hotels in Altstadt-Nord
Maritim Hotel Köln
Amazing location, near the beautiful church, train station, and river! Plenty of restaurants inside, and nearby.
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026
Pullman Cologne
I must say the staff at reception were absolutely fantastic. I like English breakfast tea and there was never a problem bringing me teabags up at the room, We stayed for five nights on the fourth night. We both noticed the noise coming from the overhead heating air-conditioning grill panel and we ...
Reviewed on 30 Apr 2026
URBAN LOFT Cologne
Clean room, some noise from the trains. Good location.
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026
Hilton Cologne
The room was clean, and they have comfortable bed. The staff were nice especially the front desk staff, as well as the restaurant staff. Breakfast was good and restaurant food were good too. However I didn’t like the idea of unisex sauna and bathroom. 😞
Reviewed on 1 May 2026
CityClass Hotel am Dom
Clean rooms, very nice staff, great breakfast. Excellent location for sightseeing and sitting outside at a huge variety of restaurants and cafes; great shopping nearby. Easy access to the Rheine river front. Very good place to stay for the (not cheap but reasonable) price.
Reviewed on 30 Apr 2026
Lindner Hotel Cologne City Plaza, part of JdV by Hyatt
Other neighbourhoods around Altstadt-Nord
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.
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.
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.
Belgian Quarter
While you're in Belgian Quarter, take in top sights like Friesenplatz and jump on the metro at Friesenplatz 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.
Deutz
Museums, shopping and river views highlight some notable features of Deutz. Make a stop by LANXESS Arena or Tanzbrunnen Köln while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Deutzer Freiheit U-Bahn or Deutz Koelnarena U-Bahn to get around town.
