Departure at 09:30 am / Frankfurt, Wiesenhuettenplatz 38 / SIDEWALKYour guide will pick you up there! Meeting time: always 10 minutes before departureTake noteDo not enter the hotel Le Meridien at this place, we do not pick up in the hotel lobby and also not directly at the entrance.
Description
Explore the historic city of Cologne on this full-day trip from Frankfurt. Your tour guide will show you the most important sights of this 2000 year old city. Visit the world-famous Cologne Cathedral (Kölner Dom), a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Explore the city's historic old town and enjoy free time to explore the local shops and do some independent sightseeing. Discover the city's Roman heritage at your own pace, including the beautiful Town Hall (Rathaus), and sample Koelsch, Cologne’s famous local beer! Then, immerse yourself in the picturesque medieval city of Limburg before returning to Frankfurt.
Schedule & prices
Runs
Every day
Start times
9:30 AM
Next available
Sun, Oct 4
Adult (ages 13+)
$321
Child (ages 0–12)
$182
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 3.
Tour Options
Cologne Day Trip from Frankfurt
Itinerary
ETS Touristik GmbH
Pass by
This morning we start from our departure offices for a ride over the highway to Cologne. The road is one of the most important traffic links between the Federal States of Hesse and North Rhine-Westphalia. Time enough to chat with your guide on German infra-structure. Although we are moving between two of Germany's strongest industrial zones, the country is green. Left and right the road are many forest areas and expansive fields.
Cologne Cathedral
Admission included180 min
Visit Cologne for a day and discover 2000 years of its history, from the Roman times through to the Middle Ages to the bustling metropolis that exists today. This tour shows you some of the city’s most ancient relics, its grand Gothic Cathedral and the induring icons of culture from across the centuries.
An indoor visit of the fantastic and one of the largest European Gothic Cathedrals. The foundation stone was laid in 1248, but it took more than 600 years to complete the building.
Take your free time to visit the relics of Cologne’s importance in Ancient Roman times (f.i. the Dionysos floor mosaic, with 75 square meters one of the largest north of the Alps). Or the testimonies of medieval urban life displayed by the mighty city gates and fantastic churches. Or the outstanding modern art collections.
If you prefer: close to the cathedral stretches a large pedestrian shopping area.
Limburg Cathedral
60 min
On our way back we will do a stopover in Limburg. The old bishop's residence is not well known among visitors from abroad. You'll be surprised by the cute and well preserved medieval center und the wonderful cathedral.
Via highway back to Frankfurt.
What's included
Included
Guided tour to Cologne and Limburg
Transportation in a van or bus from/to Frankfurt
English/german speaking tour guide
Entrance fee to Cologne Cathedral
Not included
Admission fees for Tower Climb and Treasure Chamber of the Cologne Cathedral (approx. 8.00 euros)
Gratuities
Food and drinks
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
3.6
38 reviews
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How it compares in Frankfurt
No. 20 by number of reviews among 302 tours in Frankfurt
Starting price $321 is 29% below the typical $453 for tours of similar length in Frankfurt
Excurgo comparison of 302 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Infants and children must sit in a child seat, which means they need a separate seat, no matter which age (legal regulation)
We can only carry foldable wheelchairs with us.
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Cologne Day Trip from Frankfurt take?
Cologne Day Trip from Frankfurt lasts about 9 hours. The itinerary has 3 stops.
How much does Cologne Day Trip from Frankfurt cost?
Prices start at $321 per person for this Frankfurt experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Cologne Day Trip from Frankfurt run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 9:30 AM.
How much does Cologne Day Trip from Frankfurt cost for children?
Children aged 0–12 pay from $182, adults from $321.
Can I cancel Cologne Day Trip from Frankfurt for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Where does the tour start?
The meeting point is Departure at 09:30 am / Frankfurt, Wiesenhuettenplatz 38 / SIDEWALK. Your guide will pick you up there! Meeting time: always 10 minutes before departure. Take note: Do not enter the hotel Le Meridien at this place, we do not pick up in the hotel lobby and also not directly at the entrance. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is Cologne Day Trip from Frankfurt offered in?
The experience is available in DE, EN.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 25 participants.
Is the tour suitable for children?
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller Specialized infant seats are available Infants and children must sit in a child seat, which means they need a separate seat, no matter which age (legal regulation)
Is the tour wheelchair accessible?
Wheelchair accessible Transportation options are wheelchair accessible We can only carry foldable wheelchairs with us.
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Confirmation is sent by the operator within 24 hours of booking.
Reviews(38)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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Ann_C
April 23, 2026 · via Viator
Trip to nowhere
My tour was cancelled literally at the last minute. I took the 24 minute walk to the meet up location. I received a call notifying me of the cancellation 2 minutes before arriving at the meet up.
Operator response
Please take note we send you an email the day before informing you that the Cologne Tour is not operating as we received cancellations of other passengers. As we did not receive any reply we called you in the morning of the tour date and you told us that you did not see the email what does not mean you did not receive it. So we did not first inform you shortly before tour departure. We are of course sorry that your tour could not operate and can understand your disappointment but we informed you already one day before and you of course received a full refund. We also gave informations about alternative ways (by train) to get to Cologne.
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Rashid_F
September 18, 2025 · via Viator
See if you get Thomas for this trip. Great experience.
Our Tour Guide Thomas was exceptional. He took real good care of us.he was very friendly, knowledgable and speaks good English. So no communication issuea.
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Ami_C
July 16, 2025 · via Viator
No tour
My tour was cancelled after I arrived at the pick up location. I was told there that since the other party canceled they would not run the tour for me. It was too late to schedule any other tours for that day.
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Patricia_S
September 19, 2024 · via Viator
Disappointed
Was not thrilled with this tour. Did not get the hop on hop off bus as advertised. We were put on a little train.
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Jennifer_P
August 19, 2024 · via Viator
Only Me so No Go!
The most memorable thing about this excursion was having to rearrange the day since the tour was canceled. I was the only one that signed up. Thankfully, I didn’t miss out and the entire fee was promptly returned to my bank account.
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Brett_P
April 26, 2024 · via Viator
An experience of a lifetime.
The Cologne Carhedral was magnificent. Enjoyed Limburg as well. Would have gotten a 5 instead of a 4 but the little train vehicle used for our drive around Cologne didn’t have much visibility and it was often hard to hear what was being said. And by the time it told us about something we were often already passed it.
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SharonB_T
April 19, 2024 · via Viator
A city with a lot to offer
Boris is a wonderful tour guide, he has a wealth of knowledge about Germany’s history, he kept all of us engaged with the tour of Cologne even though it was a cold and rainy day. The most memorable is having lunch at one of the oldest restaurant in Cologne, Fruh, which is a wonderful restaurant and a brewery of their own beer. I would definitely return and spent more time at the various sites pointed out to us on the tour.
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Holly Anne M
February 19, 2024 · via Tripadvisor
Cologne & Limberg
Great guide, very friendly and knowledgeable. He knew the history and other interesting information. We really enjoyed it.
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Kristen_J
February 10, 2024 · via Viator
Less than half the tour at full price
Although the tour guide was nice, the tour failed to deliver on the itinerary. I requested a partial refund for Viator who refuses ! Tour drive to Cologne … double decker bus CLOSED,
Church CLOSED , stores CLOSED . Nothing to do in Cologne so we left early and didn’t get to stop for lunch until 3pm. Tour guide asked for us to chip in for parking which was unprofessional. Tour went to Limberg as described . Huge expense and a huge disappointment . I would not recommend anyone to take this tour especially when Viator doesn’t have customer service standards and tour operators do not plan well.
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amouna22
January 14, 2024 · via Tripadvisor
Gorgeous
We were on a business trip and didn't have much time. Just one day was enough for us to visit and walk around on foot. It was magnificent and I highly recommend it even if you don't have the time. is to do
