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If you're a history buff, art aficionado, archaeology fiend, or dabbler in the sciences, our museum picks are perfect for a rainy day or afternoon excursion! Our selections center around notable collections of historical and cultural items. Many have excellent rotating displays in addition to exceptional permanent collections.
Deustches Sport – und Olympia Museum
Address: Rheinauhafen 1, Cologne 50678
This museum opened its doors in 1999 and is located next to the popular Chocolate Museum. The broad topic of sports is the focus, and the exhibits detail everything from the history of the Olympic Games to the importance of exercise in ancient Greece and Rome to the modern world of sports as it has evolved today.
Address: Rheinauhafen, Cologne 50678
The mecca for chocoholics everywhere, this museum delves into the history of chocolate making. From the Mayans creating beverages with the beloved bean to the creations of today, this museum covers it all. In addition, chocolates are made here, so you can sample the products and watch various treats go through the...
Address: An der Rechtschule, Cologne 50667
This is the Museum of Applied Art, considered among the best museums of its kind, and it focuses on industrial design stretching from the Middle Ages to modern times. You'll find chairs and other furnishings, tableware, television screens, jewelry, glass, and weapons. Look for chairs by Charles Eames and objects by...
Address: Bischofsgartenstrasse 1, Cologne 50667
This is one of the oldest museums in the city of Cologne, and it was originally created to showcase local art that reached its heyday during the Gothic period. The collection, which now includes works by big names such as Paul Klee and Wilhelm Leibl, focuses on work from the 20th century. The biggest draw is the...
Address: Universitatsstrasse 100, Cologne, DE 50674
Fitting for a collection of Asian art, the exterior of this building features bold Japanese design and an elaborately landscaped garden. Inside, you'll find art, including crafts, sculptures, paintings and drawings, representing Japan, China, and Korea.
Address: Roncalliplatz 4, Cologne 50667
The name means Roman-Germanic Museum, and this building holds numerous treasures from the period when the Romans inhabited the Rhine Valley. Mosaics, antiquities paying homage to Roman gods, pottery, and jewelry are all on display. Don't miss the central feature, the magnificent Dionysus mosaic created in honor of the...
Address: Cäcilienstrasse 29, Cologne
Inside what was once a church, this museum features the city's most extensive and breathtaking collection of religious art and ecclesiastical treasures. The church itself, St. Cecilia's, is a graceful example of Romanic architecture, and the pieces inside are primarily from medieval times. Look for tapestries,...
Address: Bischofsgartenstrasse 1, Cologne 50667
Once part of the Museum Ludwig, this fantastic collection now has its own space. The focus of this museum is the work of the Cologne masters, who were renowned for their deft use of color. Look for works by the masters, including Rembrandt and Rubens. The display stretches from the 1300's to the 1900's, with works by...
