27 x Art & Culture in Cologne

Explore the vibrant art and culture scene of Cologne. From museums and hidden galleries to beautiful architecture and street art, our Spotters have discovered the perfect places for every art and culture enthusiast. Take in the best view over the city from the Kölntriangle or visit the St. Aposteln, a church adorned with colorful frescoes. Discover these and many more cultural gems in the city!

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KölnTriangle Cologne

KölnTriangle

Top of the block!

"KölnTriangle" provides what in my opinion is the best view of Cologne, at least in my opinion. You can see the Dome and so much more!

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Stephan

Wehrle

Sep 13, 2025

St. Aposteln

Colourful frescoes in the old town

What struck me the most were the frescoes in the three apse ceilings by Hermann Gottfried. These powerful frescoes bring colors and dynamism to the church.

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Justine

Vandendorpe

Sep 9, 2025

Rail museum Thielenbruch

Historic tramways

In this museum, you can see more than 20 tramways, a model railway, historical props of the Cologne tramway, and technical objects.

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Justine

Vandendorpe

Sep 9, 2025
Kunstbruder Cologne

Kunstbruder

The restaurant in an art gallery

"Kunstbruder" in Cologne is a restaurant inside a street art gallery! I love their varied, international menu -- I always get something different...

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Restaurants

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Lea

Renner

Sep 9, 2025

My Shoemaker in Riehl

Support local craftsmen

Moving within your city means you can explore new neighborhoods. My new shoemaker in Cologne did a very good job fixing an old leather bag...

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Julia

Krakau

Sep 6, 2025

Büdchen am Nikolausplatz

A personal story

"Büdchen am Nikolausplatz" is the Büdchen I work at in Cologne. That's right - I'm selling sweets, ice-cream and coffee, and I couldn't be happier!

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Coffee & tea

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Julia

Krakau

Aug 18, 2025

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