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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Our Locals' Favorite Art & culture
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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.
by
Justine
Vandendorpe
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.
by
Justine
Vandendorpe
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...
by
Lea
Renner
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...
by
Julia
Krakau
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!
by
Julia
Krakau
RheinEnergieStadion
A stadium like a living room
"RheinEnergieStadion" in Cologne is the home stadium for FC Köln - I love going there for games with some friends with a bratwurst and a delicious Kölsch!
by
Stephan
Wehrle
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