Pesch Travel Guide
Cologne
Popular places to visit

Phantasialand
Enjoy the thrills at Phantasialand and see why everyone loves this theme park in Bruehl. Discover the fascinating museums in this walkable area or seek out the local tours.

Cologne Cathedral
Marvel at the Gothic architecture and the shrine of the three wise men at one of the largest churches in the world.

LANXESS Arena
Catch an event at LANXESS Arena during your trip to Cologne. Amble around this culturally rich area's riverfront or experience its fascinating museums.

RheinEnergieStadion
Catch an event at RheinEnergieStadion during your trip to Cologne. Stroll along the riverfront in this culturally rich area or visit its local chocolate shops.

Musical Dome
Enjoy a show at Musical Dome, a theatre with a story to tell in Cologne. Make time for the stunning cathedral and local tours in this culturally rich area.

Chocolate Museum
Delve into the delectable history of chocolate and sample the confectionary as you find out about the different ways that it is produced around the world.
Things to do

Cologne: Night Watchman Old Town Walking Tour

Cologne: Cologne Zoo and Aquarium Entry Ticket

Cologne: Panoramic City Cruise

Cologne: KölnCard with Discounts

Hard Rock Cafe Cologne Dining Experience

Cologne: Top Sights Rhine River Cruise - Skyline Tour
Top hotels in Pesch

Lindner Hotel Cologne City Plaza, part of JdV by Hyatt

Holiday Inn Express Düsseldorf – Hauptbahnhof by IHG
Rude staff, they say to your face we can’t help you next time don’t book this hotel
Reviewed on 21 Apr 2026

Pullman Cologne
Did not eat the VERY expensive breakfast. The a/c was not very effective
Reviewed on 14 Apr 2026

Steigenberger Hotel Köln
Tried to check in at 12.30pm and were told we couldn't access our rooms until 3pm. Which is super frustrating and there wasn't even any sense of empathy or apology for it. Front desk staff were very very slow at the check in process. Front desk staff on other occasions had no urgency despite there ...
Reviewed on 18 Apr 2026

Premier Inn Düsseldorf City Friedrichstadt
Good location, right beside the main station. The hotel offers value for money. I paid for the premium room which was worth the extra. A clean well appointed room. I’d recommend a stay.
Reviewed on 21 Apr 2026

Premier Inn Düsseldorf City Centre
Clean room, friendly staff, comfy bed.
Reviewed on 16 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Pesch

Chorweiler
The parks and theme parks are just a few things visitors like about Chorweiler. Aqualand Leisure Pool at Fuhlinger Lake and Fühlinger Lake are worthwhile spots to check out, and you can hop on the metro at Cologne Blumenberg S-Bahn or Cologne-Chorweiler Nord S-Bahn to get around the larger area.

Ehrenfeld
Noted for its bars and shopping, there's plenty to explore in Ehrenfeld. Top attractions like MMC Studios and Neptunbad are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Koernerstrasse U-Bahn or Venloer Strasse Guertel U-Bahn to see more of the city.

Nippes
Nippes is well liked for its monuments and parks. If you're hoping to get in some sightseeing, Flora and Botanical Garden Cologne and Cologne Cable Car are top spots, and you can jump on the metro at Florastrasse U-Bahn or Lohsestrasse U-Bahn to get around.

Neustadt-Nord
Noted for its shopping and restaurants, there's plenty to explore in Neustadt-Nord. Top attractions like Friesenplatz and Rhine are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Christophstrasse - Mediapark U-Bahn or Ebertplatz U-Bahn to see more of the city.

Belgian Quarter
While you're in Belgian Quarter, take in top sights like Friesenplatz and jump on the metro at Friesenplatz U-Bahn to see more of the city.

Lindenthal
Noted for its bars and lake views, there's plenty to explore in Lindenthal. Top attractions like RheinEnergieStadion and Melaten-Friedhof are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Duerener Strasse - Guertel U-Bahn or Wuellnerstrasse U-Bahn to see more of the city.
