Cologne's Hidden Gems
Cologne’s lesser-known sites offer deep insights into its Roman origins and artistic heritage. The Farina Fragrance Museum marks the 1709 birthplace of Eau de Cologne, while St. Mary's in the Capitol stands as a premier example of 11th-century Romanesque architecture. Below the cathedral, the Treasure Chamber houses centuries of ecclesiastical gold work and textiles. For ancient history, the Romano-Germanic Museum displays artifacts from the city's time as a provincial capital, complemented by the Museum of Applied Art’s extensive collection of European decorative objects and modern design.
A Fragrance Museum
The Farina Fragrance Museum is situated across from Cologne City Hall, and near the famous Wallraf-Richartz-Museum in the Obenmarspforten…
B St. Mary's in the Capitol
St. Maria im Kapitol is an 11th-century Romanesque church located in the Kapitol-Viertel in the old town of Cologne, Germany.
C Treasure Chamber of Cologne Cathedral
Discover the underground treasury of the Cologne Cathedral and marvel at the many precious ecclesiastical items displayed here.
D Romano-Germanic Museum
The permanent exhibition of the Romano-Germanic Museum is currently closed due renovations.
E Museum of Applied Art
The Museum für Angewandte Kunst Köln is a decorative arts museum in Cologne.
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