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Home/Destinations/Cologne/Day Trips

Day Trips from Cologne

Cologne is a great base for the Rhineland: the former capital Bonn with its Beethoven heritage, the imperial cathedral city of Aachen, the fairy-tale Drachenburg Castle at Königswinter, and the romantic Rhine Valley castles and vineyards. Most day trips are an easy train or tour ride away.

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Cologne City Tour Experience cathedral city on the Rhine
Cologne
Cologne City Tour Experience cathedral city on the Rhine
4.8(973)·2 hours
from$33/ person
via Viator
Guided Brewhouse Walking Tour in Cologne
Cologne
Guided Brewhouse Walking Tour in Cologne
4.8(507)·2 hours
from$24/ person
via Viator
Small-Group Bike Tour of Cologne with Guide
Cologne
Small-Group Bike Tour of Cologne with Guide
4.8(413)·3 hours
from$49/ person
via Viator
The Legendary Kölsch Brewery Tour
Cologne
The Legendary Kölsch Brewery Tour
4.8(344)·2–3 hours
from$32/ person
via Viator
Cologne Rhine River 1-Hour Sightseeing Cruise
Cologne
Cologne Rhine River 1-Hour Sightseeing Cruise
3.8(248)·1 hour
from$23/ person
via Viator
Cologne Highlights, Stories, and Local Atmosphere Tour
Cologne
Cologne Highlights, Stories, and Local Atmosphere Tour
4.8(166)·2h 30min
from$3/ person
via Viator
Rhine River Christmas Afternoon Cruise in Cologne
Cologne
Rhine River Christmas Afternoon Cruise in Cologne
3.9(77)·2 hours
from$32/ person
via Viator
Cologne 1926 a journey through time with virtual reality elements
Cologne
Cologne 1926 a journey through time with virtual reality elements
4.1(62)·45 min
from$25/ person
via Viator
Cologne Private Walking Tour with a Local
Cologne
Cologne Private Walking Tour with a Local
4.8(56)·2–6 hours
from$55/ person
via Viator
Cologne Scavenger Hunt & Highlights Self-Guided Walking Tour
Cologne
Cologne Scavenger Hunt & Highlights Self-Guided Walking Tour
4.5(33)·2 hours
from$5/ person
via Viator
Aachen old town tour - GERMAN (public)
Cologne
Aachen old town tour - GERMAN (public)
4.8(32)·1h 30min
from$14/ person
via Viator
Bonn Self-Guided City Walking Tour & Scavenger Hunt
Bonn
Bonn Self-Guided City Walking Tour & Scavenger Hunt
4.2(20)·2 hours
from$6/ person
via Viator
Aachen Walking Tour: Explore Top Sights & Hidden Gems
Cologne
Aachen Walking Tour: Explore Top Sights & Hidden Gems
4.9(19)·2 hours
from$75/ person
via Viator
Aachen Self-Guided City Walking Tour & Scavenger Hunt
Cologne
Aachen Self-Guided City Walking Tour & Scavenger Hunt
4.7(18)·2 hours
from$7/ person
via Viator
Aachen Scavenger Hunt & Highlights Self-Guided Walking Tour
Cologne
Aachen Scavenger Hunt & Highlights Self-Guided Walking Tour
4.0(17)·2 hours
from$3/ person
via Viator
Cologne Walking Tour with Audioguide: City and Cathedral
Cologne
Cologne Walking Tour with Audioguide: City and Cathedral
4.2(15)·1h 30min
from$11/ person
via Viator
e-Scavenger hunt Aachen: Explore the city at your own pace
Cologne
e-Scavenger hunt Aachen: Explore the city at your own pace
4.1(14)·2–4 hours
from$36/ person
via Viator
The best of Cologne
Cologne
The best of Cologne
4.9(11)·2 hours
from$16/ person
via Viator
Aachen Private Walking Tour With A Professional Guide
Cologne
Aachen Private Walking Tour With A Professional Guide
4.8(11)·1h 30min
from$272/ person
via Viator
From Bonn on the Rhine to Linz Sightseeing Boat Tour
Bonn
From Bonn on the Rhine to Linz Sightseeing Boat Tour
3.7(9)·4 hours
from$30/ person
via Viator
Cologne Walking Tour from Roman Era to World War 2 with an App
Cologne
Cologne Walking Tour from Roman Era to World War 2 with an App
3.9(9)·2h 30min
from$7/ person
via Viator
Emperors Bakers and Beasts Tour of Aachen
Cologne
Emperors Bakers and Beasts Tour of Aachen
3.1(8)·2h 30min
from$7/ person
via Viator
Bonn Scavenger Hunt & Highlights Self-Guided Walking Tour
Bonn
Bonn Scavenger Hunt & Highlights Self-Guided Walking Tour
4.3(6)·2 hours
from$5/ person
via Viator
Cologne Culinary Beer House Tour with Unlimited Kölsch and Food
Cologne
Cologne Culinary Beer House Tour with Unlimited Kölsch and Food
5.0(4)·3 hours
from$114/ person
via Viator
Bonn Highlights, Stories, and Local Atmosphere Tour
Bonn
Bonn Highlights, Stories, and Local Atmosphere Tour
5.0(3)·2 hours
from$3/ person
via Viator
Cologne: Private Half-Day Trip Drachenburg Castle and Linz
Cologne
Cologne: Private Half-Day Trip Drachenburg Castle and Linz
5.0(3)·4–6 hours
from$669/ person
via Viator
Private city tour Bonn - City Highlights
Bonn
Private city tour Bonn - City Highlights
5.0(3)·1h 30min
from$92/ person
via Viator
Train Trip from Cologne to Aachen Half-Day Excursion
Cologne
Train Trip from Cologne to Aachen Half-Day Excursion
3.0(2)·5 hours
from$126/ person
via Viator
Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to Cologne hotels - Arrival Private Transfer
Cologne
Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) to Cologne hotels - Arrival Private Transfer
5.0(2)·35 min
from$80/ person
via Viator
Cologne Old Town Highlights Private Guided Walking Tour
Cologne
Cologne Old Town Highlights Private Guided Walking Tour
5.0(2)·2–4 hours
from$173/ person
via Viator
Sightseeing Tour in Aachen
Cologne
Sightseeing Tour in Aachen
5.0(2)·2 hours
from$183/ person
via Viator
Cologne hotels to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) - Departure Private Transfer
Cologne
Cologne hotels to Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) - Departure Private Transfer
5.0(1)·35 min
from$80/ person
via Viator
Explore Aachen in 60 minutes with a Local
Cologne
Explore Aachen in 60 minutes with a Local
5.0(1)·1 hour
from$91/ person
via Viator
Private photo tour to the most beautiful photo spots in Cologne
Cologne
Private photo tour to the most beautiful photo spots in Cologne
5.0(1)·1 hour
from$172/ person
via Viator
Cologne to Luxembourg Day Trip with Guided Walking Tour
Cologne
Cologne to Luxembourg Day Trip with Guided Walking Tour
10 hours
from$138/ person
via Viator
Cologne to Monschau Day Trip and Aachen
Cologne
Cologne to Monschau Day Trip and Aachen
10 hours
from$115/ person
via Viator
Aachen City Walk with Audio Guide in 7 Languages on your Phone
Cologne
Aachen City Walk with Audio Guide in 7 Languages on your Phone
3–4 hours
from$9/ person
via Viator
Segway Tour in Bonn Explore the city on wheels
Bonn
Segway Tour in Bonn Explore the city on wheels
2 hours
from$102/ person
via Viator
Germany Cologne to Bonn Train Tour
Cologne
Germany Cologne to Bonn Train Tour
4 hours
from$114/ person
via Viator
Bonn hotels Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) - Departure Private Transfer
Bonn
Bonn hotels Cologne Bonn Airport (CGN) - Departure Private Transfer
35 min
from$75/ person
via Viator
Aachen Self Guided Walking Tour with Audio Guide
Cologne
Aachen Self Guided Walking Tour with Audio Guide
2 hours
from$6/ person
via Viator
Cologne: Cathedral and Old Town in the Evening Interactive Tour with Beamer
Cologne
Cologne: Cathedral and Old Town in the Evening Interactive Tour with Beamer
2 hours
from$27/ person
via Viator
Hello Aachen: Private 2-Hour Intro City Walk with Local Guide
Cologne
Hello Aachen: Private 2-Hour Intro City Walk with Local Guide
2 hours
from$142/ person
via Viator
Aachen Walking Tour: Self-Guided City Game
Cologne
Aachen Walking Tour: Self-Guided City Game
1h 30min
from$9/ person
via Viator
Evening stroll through Aachen - GERMAN (public)
Cologne
Evening stroll through Aachen - GERMAN (public)
1h 30min
from$17/ person
via Viator

Day Trips in Cologne — FAQ

What are the best day trips from Cologne?
Top day trips are Bonn with its Beethoven heritage, the imperial city of Aachen and its cathedral, the fairy-tale Drachenburg Castle at Königswinter, and the romantic Rhine Valley with its castles and vineyards.
Can you visit the Rhine castles from Cologne?
Yes — the romantic Rhine Valley with its hilltop castles and vineyards begins south of Cologne; tours and cruises take in highlights like Drachenburg, the Lorelei and riverside wine villages.
Is Cologne a good base for the Rhineland?
Yes — Cologne is well connected by fast trains, with Bonn around 20 minutes and Aachen and the Rhine Valley within easy reach, making it an ideal base for the region.

More things to do in Cologne

Cologne CathedralOld TownRhine CruisesKölsch & Beer