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Cologne Cathedral
No. 1 of Best Things to Do in Rhine-Ruhr

Cologne Cathedral

7.8
4.8/5
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Cologne Cathedral is located in the city center of Cologne, on the banks of the Rhine River, and is a landmark building of Cologne. Its 157 m tall bell tower makes it the third tallest church in Europe and the fourth tallest in the world, as well as the third largest Gothic church in the world. Construction of the cathedral began in the mid-13th century and spanned more than 600 years, with completion not declared until 1880; to this day, the cathedral is still undergoing improvements and repairs. The cathedral is considered to be an excellent combination of all medieval Gothic architectural and decorative elements, and has been inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List.

Cologne · 12.4km from Leverkusen
Cologne Chocolate Museum
No. 2 of Best Things to Do in Rhine-Ruhr

Cologne Chocolate Museum

7.2
4.7/5
206 reviews

The Chocolate Museum is a very worthwhile museum in Cologne, filled with the aroma of chocolate. Here you can see the whole process of making various chocolate beans into chocolate. There is real chocolate being processed in each machine, which is a real slander. In addition to visiting, the museum also offers tastings. On the huge turntable is a golden chocolate fruit tree with chocolate flowing under the tree. The staff will hold waffles dipped in fresh chocolate sauce and distribute them to the foodies around.

Cologne · 13.2km from Leverkusen
Rheinauhafen District
No. 3 of Best Things to Do in Rhine-Ruhr

Rheinauhafen District

6.8
4.5/5
45 reviews

Rheinauhafen District is a waterfront neighborhood transformed from an old freight port. The riverside promenade is lined with modern buildings, interspersed with cafes, galleries, and art spaces. The remnants of the port era and the newly built glass facades complement each other, showcasing a modern urban style. The district's core landmark consists of three high-rise buildings known as the "Crane Houses," standing approx. 60m tall, with an inverted L-shape that echoes the area's history as a freight terminal. Historical remnants, such as the Bayenturm tower dating back to the Middle Ages, are also preserved along the route. Looking north along the river, the silhouettes of the cathedral and the iron bridge are clearly visible, with classical spires and modern architecture framed together. At dusk, the sunset reflects on the river surface, and strolling along the path offers a panoramic view of the city on both banks, forming a waterfront view that blends industrial memories with a stylish atmosphere.

Cologne · 13.6km from Leverkusen
Duftmuseum im Farina-Haus
No. 4 of Best Things to Do in Rhine-Ruhr

Duftmuseum im Farina-Haus

6.3
4.5/5
106 reviews

Discover over 300 years of fragrance history at the birthplace of the original Eau de Cologne – where a secret formula delighted emperors, seduced queens, and gave its name to an entire fragrance class. Multisensory experience in the historic Farina House History of Eau de Cologne – from its creation to becoming a brand icon Scent stations with natural essences for smelling Historic flacons, portraits, and original interiors Visits only possible as part of a guided tour (available in multiple languages)

Cologne · 12.8km from Leverkusen
Museum Ludwig
No. 5 of Best Things to Do in Cologne

Museum Ludwig

5.7
4.5/5
67 reviews

Museum Ludwig is situated between Cologne Cathedral and the Rhine River. Many of its modern art pieces were generously donated by the Ludwig couple, making it a renowned museum of modern and contemporary art in Europe. Its Pop Art collection is highly acclaimed outside the United States, and includes masterpieces such as Roy Lichtenstein's "Maybe" and Andy Warhol's "Brillo Boxes." Picasso's works are another core highlight here, featuring paintings, sculptures, ceramics, and prints, including the complete set of Picasso's three major print series. In addition to Pop Art and Picasso's works, the museum also houses German Expressionism, New Objectivity, Surrealism, and Russian Avant-Garde paintings, tracing a complete trajectory of modern art. Furthermore, the museum features an independent photography collection with tens of thousands of items covering every stage from the birth of photography to the present day, showcasing a diverse landscape of visual art.

Cologne · 12.4km from Leverkusen
Schloss Benrath
No. 5 of Best Things to Do in Rhine-Ruhr

Schloss Benrath

6.2
4.7/5
45 reviews

Benrat Palace was built by Duke Carl Theodore in 1755-1769. It covers an area of more than 60 hectares and is the most beautiful Rococo building in Europe. There is a small lake in front of the palace. The pink palace is reflected on the mirror-like lake. Swans are leisurely swimming in the lake. Standing by the lake and looking up, they seem to be in a painting. Different from the Chinese palace garden design, the palace buildings actually only take up a small part of the huge area, and the rest are French gardens - manicured woods, towering white statues, long water channels.

Dusseldorf · 16.5km from Leverkusen
Hohenzollern Bridge
No. 2 of Night Attractions in Cologne

Hohenzollern Bridge

5.2
4.6/5
220 reviews

Hohenzollern Bridge spans the Rhein and is one of Cologne's iconic landmarks. The bridge was built in the early 20th century and named after the Prussian House of Hohenzollern. It consists of three parallel steel truss arch structures, carries railway tracks, and features pedestrian walkways on both sides, allowing pedestrians and trains to cross the river side-by-side, with a large number of trains passing through daily. The railings on the bridge are covered in a dense collection of love locks. Since around 2008, people have been attaching padlocks engraved with their names to the railings and throwing the keys into the river to express their wish for a lasting relationship. Hundreds of thousands of padlocks line the railings, and local bands have even written songs about them. Strolling across the bridge, with steel arches crisscrossing overhead, you can look back at the Gothic twin spires of the cathedral and the view of the Rhein. Near the bridge approaches stand several equestrian statues of kings and emperors of the Hohenzollern dynasty, creating an elegant yet sturdy riverside view.

Cologne · 12.2km from Leverkusen
Cologne Zoological Garden
No. 15 of Family-friendly Attractions in Germany

Cologne Zoological Garden

4.7
4.5/5
41 reviews

The Cologne Zoo is one of the largest zoos in Europe with many species of animals and one of the oldest zoos in the world. This zoo has more than 4 thousand animals representing more than 500 species of races. Cologne Zoo has been taking care of endangered animals such as red-crowned cranes, Vietnamese pheasants, pink pigeons, pygmy chimpanzees, Persian leopards, and Asian elephants since 1987. In addition, there are all kinds of small animals here, which are very suitable for family to play.

Cologne · 10.3km from Leverkusen
Old Street along Rhine
No. 3 of Night Attractions in Cologne

Old Street along Rhine

4.6
4.5/5
69 reviews

Cologne City is a leisurely old street by the Rhine River. Most of the major cities in Germany were razed to the ground by the Allied bombing. When planning for reconstruction after the war, faced with the choice of restoring the old appearance or building a new home, the citizens of Cologne Voting, only a narrow majority passed the resolution to keep the old as it was, and Frankfurt also decided to build a new city by a narrow majority. Today, Frankfurt is a modern city in Germany, and Cologne's old town style has won the favor of more tourists. Indeed, many times, you can't see that this is a city that was completely rebuilt from ruins 60 years ago. Except for the original cathedral, none of those quaint buildings can be more than 60 years old.

Cologne · 12.6km from Leverkusen
Lanxess Arena

Lanxess Arena

4.6

This is one of the largest indoor arenas in Europe and is famous for hosting large-scale concerts and sports events. In addition to being the home of sports events, it also often hosts concerts of internationally renowned artists, cultural events and various exhibitions.

Cologne · 12.2km from Leverkusen

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Dusseldorf Card Plus [includes public transport/museums/no ticket redemption needed]
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Cologne City Card
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Roermond outlet Designer Outlet Roermond self-drive shopping package (includes free parking + extra 10% off)
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TimeRide Cologne: Entry Ticket
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Brühl Audio Tour: Surreal Castles, Sacred Spaces & Unseen Stories
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Maastricht Highlights Audio Tour: Heart of Culture and History
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Düsseldorf Tour – The Dark Stories of the Rhine
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Public brewhouse tour in Cologne in English
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Public brewhouse tour in Cologne in English

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Cologne: Brewery Tour with 3 Kölsch Beer Tastings
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Cologne: Brewery Tour with 3 Kölsch Beer Tastings

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Cologne Südstadt Culinary – The Food Tour
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Cologne Südstadt Culinary – The Food Tour

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Düsseldorf: Brewery Tour with Alt Beer Tastings
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Düsseldorf: Brewery Tour with Alt Beer Tastings

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Cologne: Kölsch Beer and Brew House 2-Hour Tour
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Cologne: Kölsch Beer and Brew House 2-Hour Tour

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Cologne & Kölsch Live: Brewery Tour with a Master Brewer – Kölsch, Culture & Insights
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Winter Champagne Tour by Rickshaw
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Cologne Beer and Food Tour
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Wuppertal Audio Tour: Elberfeld Echoes-From Cable Cars to Culture
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North Caves Maastricht Underground
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Fort St. Pieter Maastricht Underground
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Valkenburg: Cave Biking Underground Bike Tour
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Valkenburg: Cave Biking Underground Bike Tour

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Maastricht: North Caves Guided Tour
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Maastricht: Zonneberg Caves Guided Tour
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Maastricht: Casemates Guided Tour
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e-Scavenger hunt Paderborn: Explore the city at your own pace
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Ghost Hunt in Rheine: Exploration Game and Tour
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Roermond Designer Outlet Day Trip Incl. 10% Extra Discount Voucher
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Essence of Cologne old town walking tour - Cologne cathedral & Roman-Germanic museum
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1-day round-trip tour from Amsterdam featuring a hall walk in Cologne Cathedral and a riverside stroll along the Rhein
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City of the Dead: Cologne's Famous Cemetery Tour in English
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Hohenzollern Bridge + Beethoven House + Cologne Cathedral + Rheinauhafen District private charter day tour
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Rheinauhafen District

Rheinauhafen District

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Hohenzollern Bridge

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Flora und Botanischer Garten Köln

Flora und Botanischer Garten Köln

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Rhine embankment promenade

Rhine embankment promenade

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Rheinpark

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Christmas market at Cologne Cathedral

Christmas market at Cologne Cathedral

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What travellers say about Leverkusen

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YeeMon_Oo3 June 2026
5.0
The Cologne Cathedral is a jaw-dropping masterpiece of Gothic architecture. The moment you step out of the central train station, its colossal twin spires tower over you-the sheer scale of it is completely overwhelming and beautiful.Inside, the experience is just as incredible. The massive vaulted ceilings, the stunning, intricate stained-glass windows, and the historic Shrine of the Three Kings are unforgettable. For an extra adventure, you can climb the hundreds of steps up the South Tower for a spectacular panoramic view of Cologne and the Rhine River. It is an absolute must-visit landmark that easily deserves a perfect rating!

Cologne Cathedral

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Anonymous user21 January 2026
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You can get few free chocolate and get knowledge of chocolate history and production but there are not so interesting bc there are not enough interactive spots just only history

Cologne Chocolate Museum

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老少皆宜（）2 March 2023
5.0
Cologne in Germany is a popular place for tourists to visit. It has the most famous Cologne Cathedral⛪️ and the Cologne Promenade. Cologne is the fourth largest city in Germany and is located on the banks of the Rhine in western Germany.

Rheinauhafen District

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Sheda111 July 2022
4.0
This was a unique experience! Farina is the original Eau de Colonge, and the tour is in the origianl house. (The factory moved out of the city center.) Our tour guide was Weibke, who did a wonderful pesentation in English. She is very knowledgable, and explained a lot of historical facts. The museum is small, but packed with a lot of antiques and information. I was glad that I didn't buy the other brand of colonge at the Cathedral, since 4711 it is not the original

Duftmuseum im Farina-Haus

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徐徐霞客Rr20 June 2022
5.0
The Ludwig Museum in Germany is a holy place for contemporary art museums. This museum houses some precious works from the 20th century onwards. If you come here, you must visit it. There are also many precious works of celebrities here.

Museum Ludwig

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Laura.travels7 November 2026
5.0
If you're visiting Düsseldorf be sure to set aside a few hours for Schloss Benrath. The palace itself is very pretty but makes for a quick visit. Your entry ticket will also get you into the two museums so be sure to check those out. The gardens and grounds are free to explore. I throughly enjoyed my visit.

Schloss Benrath

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魔女锦鲤16 August 2022
5.0
The classic photo that is often seen is the photo of the Hohenzollern Bridge and the Cologne Cathedral. Walking eastward along the Cologne Cathedral, you will come to the bridge. There are sidewalks and bicycle lanes on both sides of the bridge, and a railway track in the middle. Walking on the bridge, trains will pass by on the middle track from time to time. Standing in the middle of the bridge or on the west bank of the bridge is a better viewing position. On the side of the sidewalk close to the track, there are colorful and dense love locks. It is said that if you hang a lock on the Hohenzollern Bridge and throw the key into the Rhine River, love will last forever, so many locals and tourists who come here to admire it have their own and their loved ones’ names engraved on the locks and left on this bridge. Over time, there are more and more locks, and colorful copper locks of various types form a unique landscape. Reasons to go: Germany's most romantic bridge

Hohenzollern Bridge

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_TI***oy28 August 2025
5.0
Ein Zoo mit einem sehr guten Preis-Leistungs-Verhältnis, da im Eintrittspreis auch das Aquarium und das Reptilienhaus enthalten sind. Wir werden auf jeden Fall wiederkommen.

Cologne Zoological Garden

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小思文5 August 2019
4.0
The Old Street on the Rhine is a street in the city. It is located on the Rhine Lake in the city. The scenery of the old street is still good. You can feel many exquisite things. The natural characteristics of the old street are also very unique. [Scenery] There are many shops on both sides of the street [Cost-effectiveness] High cost-effectiveness

Old Street along Rhine

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What are the must-do things in Leverkusen?

Don't miss these attractions in Leverkusen: Cologne Cathedral, Cologne Chocolate Museum, and Rheinauhafen District. If you like Culture & history, try Dusseldorf Card Plus [includes public transport/museums/no ticket redemption needed]. If you enjoy Food & drink, try Public brewhouse tour in Cologne in English.

You can give Public brewhouse tour in Cologne in English and Cologne: Brewery Tour with 3 Kölsch Beer Tastings a try. Before you go, please check their opening hours and menus online. Reservations are recommended, especially during peak hours.

When choosing a tour, start with how much time you have and the kind of experience you're looking for. Trending options right now include e-Scavenger hunt Paderborn: Explore the city at your own pace, Ghost Hunt in Rheine: Exploration Game and Tour, and Roermond Designer Outlet Day Trip Incl. 10% Extra Discount Voucher. Check the real-time availability and itinerary before you book.

As of 10 November 2026, the reference price for day tours and activities in Leverkusen is around USD 10.22 – USD 712.19. Rates vary by duration, group size, transport, tickets, meals, and any special admission requirements. Before you book, please confirm the billing currency and whether the price is quoted per person or per group.

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