Art & Culture – Cologne

Art and culture lovers are attracted to Cologne by the city´s museums such as the Museum Ludwig for modern art, the Museum für Angewandte Kunst for crafts, the Römisch-Germanisches Museum for Roman and Germanic antiquities and also Kolumba, the former diocesan museum which reopened in September 2007 in a new building by star architect Peter Zumthor. Also the city has a lively culture scene, which has a lot more to offer besides the famous television and movie stars: from light theatre to experimental productions of great classics: Cologne’s stage scene with its playhouse and opera as well as countless independent theatres is diverse and of high quality. For literary types lit.COLOGNE in the spring is the event of the year: visitors come here to eavesdrop on the “who’s who” of the international bestseller list as they read their works to an enthusiastic audience.

Cologne Philharmonic

The Cologne Philharmonic has become a firmly established part of the German music scene. One of the reasons for this is the diverse programme it offers, including great symphonic and chamber works, jazz sessions, and folk and pop events

LANXESS arena

With everything from sports, concerts, shows, events and entertainment, Germany's largest venue offers something to suit all tastes. LANXESS arena also has a restaurant, bistro, bars, shops and state-of-the-art stage, sound and lighting technology, making it an attractive setting for all kinds of event.

Tanzbrunnen

Cologne's Tanzbrunnen in the Rheinpark is one of the loveliest venues on the Rhine. Situated on the banks of the river with fantastic panoramic views of the city and its cathedral, this cultural attraction and leisure park has an open-air stage, a theatre and the "Rheinterrassen" restaurant. Famous with locals and visitors alike, the Tanzbrunnen and the Rhinepark are a must see in Cologne.