Best Museums in Cologne

The Gutenberg Museum in Mainz is the oldest printing museum in the world.

A museum that traces its roots to 1972, exhibiting the entire chocolate-making process from bean to finished product, with interactive displays, collections of molds, antique chocolate boxes, wrappers, free samples from a chocolate fountain, and the opportunity to design your own chocolate bar.

An important memorial and museum giving an account of Nazi horrors, especially as they related to the citizens of Cologne, set in the actual building where prisoners were held by the Gestapo, featuring prison cells with the writing of prisoners scratched into the walls.

Two excellent art galleries housed in one of the city's newer architectural structures, covering a wide range of European paintings, with the Wallraf-Richartz Museum focusing on the Cologne School and the Ludwig focusing on modern and contemporary painting.

The art museum of the archeo Diocese of Cologne, notable for its art and antiquities.

Discover the fascinating history of perfume at the Fragrance Museum (Duftmuseum im Farina Haus), located in the birthplace of Eau de Cologne. Learn about the art of fragrance creation and its evolution through the ages.

Step back in time at the Farina House, the historical home and original factory of Johann Maria Farina, the inventor of Eau de Cologne. Experience the authentic 18th-century atmosphere and learn about the iconic scent's origins.

A museum that features an impressive collection of European art from the medieval era to the early 20th century, showcasing masterpieces and highlighting diverse styles.

A museum of modern and contemporary art, containing the world’s third largest Picasso collection, as well as works of pop art artists such as Andy Warhol.

The Imhoff-Schokoladenmuseum is a chocolate museum.

The Kolumba Museum is an art museum.

The NS documentation center, housed in the former Gestapo headquarters (ELD house), provides a deep look into Cologne's history during the Nazi era.

Built around a Roman villa, this museum showcases artifacts from ancient Cologne, including the Dionysus mosaic and the 4th-century Cologne cage cup.

The Museum für Angewandte Kunst Köln is a museum of applied art.

The Schnütgen Museum is a museum.

A modern art museum housing an extensive collection of pop art in Europe, showcasing works by Andy Warhol, Banky, and Pablo Picasso, with a striking blend of modern and postmodern architecture.

The Roman-Germanic Museum showcases ancient Roman artifacts discovered in the city, including a preserved mosaic floor and artifacts from Colonia Claudia era Agrianium.

The Columba Museum combines history, art, and modern architecture, built over the ruins of the late Gothic St. Columba Church, featuring works spanning more than 2,000 years.

At the Lint Chocolate Museum, you can watch chocolatiers make treats, taste chocolate from the fountain, and learn about cocoa's journey from bean to bar.

A museum that offers a delicious journey through the history and production of chocolate, featuring interactive exhibits, live chocolate production, freshly made samples, and highlights ethical sourcing and sustainability issues.

The Cologne Chocolate Factory is a museum that offers a fascinating experience to learn about the origins of chocolate, explore exhibits, watch chocolate being made, and enjoy treats dipped in a chocolate fountain.

Ein Holzladen, in dem der Besitzer ein kleines Museum gründete, um ein römisches Skelett zu zeigen, das er unter seinem Grundstück fand.

Ein Schokoladenmuseum, in dem man so viel Schokolade essen kann, wie man möchte.

The Supercandy Pop-Up Museum is a 2000 square meter exhibition space with 25 brightly colored backdrops, popular among influencers and bloggers for taking selfies.

A treasure trove of archaeology boasting an impressive collection of artifacts from the Roman settlement of Cologne, including glassworks, mosaics, and statues, immersing visitors in the city's ancient history.

The birthplace of the original Eau de Cologne, offering a fascinating journey through the perfume-making process, from raw materials to blending, providing a unique sensory experience.

An immersive virtual reality experience that allows you to travel back in time and learn about Cologne's history, seeing what life was like in the 20th century.

Also known as the fragrance museum named after the Italian who created the famous perfume in 1709.

A museum with an extensive collection of art from the gothic period to impressionism, including works by Dura, BOS, and Monae.

A museum with 100,000 pieces of decorative arts, ranging from furniture to modern industrial design, showcasing the development of applied arts.

Housed in St. cilia's church, this Museum showcases medieval lurgical art including gold smithery, sculpture, and stained glass.

Operated in collaboration with lint this Museum offers a balance between educational details and Indulgence.