Nippes Travel Guide
Cologne
Popular places to visit
Cologne Zoo
This is one of the country’s oldest zoological gardens, and has the biggest collection of animals in Germany.
Flora and Botanical Garden Cologne
More than 10,000 species of plants line the paths that lead to a 19th-century mansion and events venue in the oldest and most iconic park in Cologne.
Cologne Cable Car
Fly over the mighty Rhine River and observe the city skyline as you ride across the Rheinpark treetops and see the Botanical Garden from this scenic gondola lift.
Kranhauser im Rheinauhafen
Find out about the history of Cologne when you spend time at Kranhauser im Rheinauhafen. Discover the fascinating museums and stunning cathedral in this culturally rich area.
Cologne-Weidenpesch Racecourse
You can take time to visit Cologne-Weidenpesch Racecourse during your travels to Cologne. Amble around the area's parks or visit its monuments.
Niehler Harbor
Explore the waterfront in Cologne with a trip to Niehler Harbor. Amble around the area's parks or visit its monuments.
Things to do
Hard Rock Cafe Cologne Dining Experience
Cologne: Südstadt Guided Foodie Walking Tour
Cologne: Kölsch Beer and Brew House 2-Hour Tour
Cologne: Night Watchman Old Town Walking Tour
Cologne: Old Town Walking Tour with 1 Brewery Visit & 1 Beer
Cologne: KölnCard with Discounts
Top hotels in Nippes
DJH City-Hostel Köln-Riehl
Maritim Hotel Köln
Absolutely perfect location for karneval. Close to everything you need to have a good time. Great restaurants and bars nearby, transit is 30 seconds outside the hotel, can't ask for a better spot. And the rooms are HUGE for Europe. Our one issue was the room was extremely dusty and the pillows were ...
Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026
Holiday Inn Express Düsseldorf – Hauptbahnhof by IHG
Place spotless and polite staff
Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026
Novotel Köln City
We only needed a bed for the night as we were attending a concert. The bed was large, clean and very comfortable. The staff was very accommodating. We needed a taxi to get to the venue and they had one for us within 3 minutes. Fresh water, still or sparkling on demand at the front entrance. Shower ...
Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026
H2 Hotel Düsseldorf Seestern
Room was clean, breakfast just ok, the check in was messy, someone else was checked into my room under my name....after all I got another room but it took a long time to sort out.
Reviewed on 11 Feb 2026
art'otel Cologne powered by Radisson Hotels
Excelent
Reviewed on 15 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Nippes
Neustadt-Nord
Noted for its shopping and restaurants, there's plenty to explore in Neustadt-Nord. Top attractions like Friesenplatz and Rhine 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.
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 Cologne City Museum, and jump on the metro at Appellhofplatz Breite Strasse U-Bahn or Heumarkt U-Bahn to see more of the city.
Innenstadt
Known for its stunning cathedral and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Innenstadt. Check out top attractions like Cologne Cathedral and Old Market, and jump on the metro at Heumarkt U-Bahn or Appellhofplatz Breite Strasse U-Bahn to see more of the city.
Ehrenfeld
Noted for its bars and shopping, there's plenty to explore in Ehrenfeld. Top attractions like MMC Studios and Cologne Carnival Museum are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Koernerstrasse U-Bahn or Venloer Strasse Guertel U-Bahn to see more of the city.
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.
Old Town Cologne
Cologne Cathedral and Wallraf-Richartz Museum are a few top attractions in Old Town Cologne. Hop around the city on the metro at Heumarkt U-Bahn or Neumarkt U-Bahn and check out the area's stunning cathedral, stunning river views and popular shops.
