Popular places to visit
MediaPark
After visiting MediaPark, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Cologne. Visit the shops in this walkable area, or simply enjoy its restaurants.
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 check out its local chocolate shops.
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.
Cologne Zoo
This is one of the country’s oldest zoological gardens, and has the biggest collection of animals in Germany.
New Town Hotel Deals
Steigenberger Hotel Köln
Was a nice stay
Reviewed on Oct 24, 2025
INA Hotel Royal
N/a
Reviewed on Oct 20, 2025
Premier Inn Köln City Mediapark
Checkin was slow but the room was comfy and beds were ace. Some noise from the trains but not enough to worry about. Self service luggage store was a game changer. Really good location for S-Bahn to airport and for the U-Bahn.
Reviewed on Oct 30, 2025
Mercure Hotel Köln Belfortstraße
okay
Reviewed on Oct 20, 2025
Ruby Ella Hotel Cologne
Great stay in hotel. Room is clean but you have to be close to the person you are sharing with as the shower opens into the room. Staff very friendly and nice bar area. Would definitely stay again
Reviewed on Oct 22, 2025
NH Collection Köln Mediapark
Very nice room and good breakfast
Reviewed on Oct 10, 2025
Other neighborhoods around New Town
Old Town Cologne
Known for its stunning cathedral, stunning river views, and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Old Town Cologne. Top attractions like Cologne Cathedral and Schildergasse are major draws. Catch the metro at Heumarkt U-Bahn or Neumarkt U-Bahn to see more of the city.
Altstadt-Nord
Known for its stunning cathedral and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Altstadt-Nord. Check out top attractions like Cologne Cathedral and National Socialist Documentation Center, and jump on the metro at Appellhofplatz Breite Strasse U-Bahn or Heumarkt U-Bahn to see more of the city.
Innenstadt
Central to Cologne, Innenstadt boasts historic old town charm, Gründerzeit era new town, and Deutz quarter. Explore landmarks like Cologne Cathedral, romanesque churches, and KölnTurm, while enjoying easy access to train stations and the Cologne Ring.
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.
Neustadt-Nord
Noted for its shopping and restaurants, there's plenty to explore in Neustadt-Nord. Top attractions like Friesenplatz and Schauspiel Koln 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.
Neustadt-Süd
Noted for its shopping and restaurants, there's plenty to explore in Neustadt-Süd. Top attractions like Volkstheater Millowitsch and Rhine are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Eifelstrasse U-Bahn or Eifelplatz U-Bahn to see more of the city.
