Squeeze in some sightseeing in this Roman city, home to one of the most spectacular Gothic cathedrals in the world (Kölner Dom), street music on the Hohe Strasse and masterpieces in the Wallraf Richartz Museum. Special FIFA World Cup events include the double-decker WM Football Bus, a Fan Fest and the BallArt exhibition.

Incredible Architecture: Kölner Dom
Cologne's unmissable cathedral is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Once the world's tallest building, this Gothic gem is said to house the remains of the three magi (wise men).

City of Museums: Cologne's Museums
Cologne has many top museums. Choose from 13th-19th century art (Wallraf-Richartz Museum), modern art (Museum Ludwig) or classical art (Romisch-Germanisches Museum). Sweet-toothed fans should make for the chocolate museum (Imhoff-Stollwerck Museum).

Thrill Seekers: Phantasialand
Head out of Cologne for thrills and spills at Phantasialand, one of Germany's best theme parks, with plenty of roller coasters and other white-knuckle rides.