Enjoy the entertaining brewery tour with 3 included Kölsch (local beer), and explore Cologne's Culture and History the fun way.

The tour kicks off in the heart of the city at Cologne Cathedral. Following a warm welcome from your motivated guide, the exploration of Cologne's Old Town begins. Together, we'll discover the most renowned breweries during the tour, such as the over 700-year-old Sion or the venerable Früh am Dom. Additionally, we'll also visit the exciting younger beer houses along the Rhine.

Whether traveling solo, as a couple, in a group, or with your colleagues – one thing is sure: after the two-hour brewery tour, you'll be familiar with the funniest and quirkiest stories of the city and have shared many laughs.

Entertaining Brewery Tour: Feel Good Package including local beer

With our passion for Cologne and its local beer specialty Kölsch, we want to take you on a journey to our favorite brewhouses in town. Become part of the Crew and try different Kölsch brands and learn why we love Kölsch so much! We spontaneously adapt every single tour to the group, so we can truly say: Our Cologne - Your tour!
On our brewhouse tour in Cologne's old town, our guides will bring you to four traditional brewhouses. In each brewhouse you will have the possibilty to try a different Kölsch and our entertaining guide will tell you everything you need to know about Kölsch, Cologne and the local mentality.

Why are the tours offered without included drinks?
In all the brewhouses, we pay the same price as everyone else. Including drinks would cause us administrative costs, we'd have to add to the tour price.
Please make sure, you have enough cash with you. Expect around €2.50 per beer.

Guided Brewhouse Walking Tour in Cologne

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Our tour is a special look at what makes Cologne's Kölsch culture so special. While being led by our enthuasiastic guides, who double as passionate Kölsch consumers, you'll get more than just an idea of the beer, but also an idea of what makes Cologne tick behind the scenes and why our beer and our people are tied together. 

On the Legendary Kölsch Tour, you'll experience the best our beer, our stories and the people that made them possible.

The Legendary Kölsch Brewery Tour

What do you need to see in Cologne? The cathedral for sure! But what else? Well, the brewhouse culture here is very important for the Cologne people and it gives you a deep impression of the mentality, the humor and the daily life of our city! We would love to take you on a tour through our brewhouses, show you different spots that you might just have passed and tell you funny and interesting stories about our city, the beer and our legends. 

There is no minimum group size, so we do not cancel a tour in the last minute if it is not full - unlike other companies! Join us on our brewhouse tour!

Public brewhouse tour in English

This isn't just a food tour—it's a journey through Cologne's soul, guided by a true local. Your host, Falke, was born and raised in Cologne and brings the city's stories to life with passion, humor, and insider knowledge you won't find in any guidebook.

From the shadow of the Kölner Dom to the creative corners of the Belgian Quarter, you'll explore 2,000 years of history while tasting your way through the city's evolving food scene. Enjoy traditional dishes like Reibekuchen and goulash, savor a Berlin-style Döner, and sample Kölsch beer the way locals do—served by a Köbes in a classic Brauhaus.

What makes it even better? All food + drinks are included, so you can relax, sip, and savor without worry. Small group sizes, authentic flavors, and born-and-bred Cologne guide, this tour is your chance to connect with the real city—through its stories, streets, and unforgettable tastes.

Visiting Bonn? Add-on our Explore Bonn with Beethoven, Lunch and Haribo Walking Tour 2,0hr. 

Cologne Food and Kolsch Tasting Walking Tour

Do you want to see Cologne through the eyes of locals, learning Cologne's important history but not being dragged through dry facts and numbers? How about finding hidden spots not even locals now about but help explain the attitude Cologne has had for generations? Maybe you want to understand why people here love their city so unconditionally despite its bizarre issues and blatant mismanagement?

We've got the tour for you. For the few hours we're together, we'll give you an understanding of what makes Cologne so unique, so loved by locals and expats alike, such a cheery place despites its exterior and the mistakes that cover the city (we'll talk about those too!) We'll help you understand the true Kölner Feeling, the Cologne Feeling that is contagious to all who incounter it. 

Cologne Classic Private Tour

Drink Kölsch Like a Local – Cologne Beer & Food Experience

What you'll do

Our special local guide shows you how locals really spend an evening in Cologne. We'll visit traditional brewhouses and bars, drink fresh Kölsch, talk about Cologne culture and enjoy local food together.

You'll learn the unwritten rules of Kölsch drinking – including some funny traditions – and hear stories you won't find in any guidebook. This experience is social, relaxed and all about enjoying the city like a local.

Food and drinks are ordered and paid individually on site, so you can choose exactly what you want.

Come as a guest, leave like a local. Cheers!

Cologne Beer, Food and Kölsch Culture with Local Guide Tour

This Christmas market special tour starts at Brauerei zur Malzmühle, the second oldest brewery in Cologne! There you will get an introduction to the local beer specialty Kölsch and the rich culture surrounding it. Of course, you have plenty of time to try the best beer in the world!
Afterwards we will start to explore Cologne's magnificent Christmas markets and enjoy some warming mulled wine or try more refreshing Kölsch beers.
To allow more flexibility, drinks are not included in this tour, but can be ordered for the original price.
Enjoy this tour with a small number of guests (not more than 10 guests per tour)!

Cologne Christmas Market and Kölsch Beer Small-Group Tour 

Explore the newly emerging beer scene in Cologne with a Local Beer Expert! Visit the best local pubs, beer gardens & breweries & enjoy a cultural tasting of 4-8 different beers & paired food. Learn about drinking culture & brewing traditions in Germany.

Choose one of our excellent tour options tailored to your needs & interests:

2-hour: Beer Tour with 4 Beers 
Join this tour to visit 2 beer locations in Cologne Old Town & taste 4 different beers, including popular and regional beer brands & unique craft beers.

3-hour: Beer Tour with 6 Beers & Appetizers 
Choose this tour to learn more about the beer history & culture in Cologne, visit 2 beer venues & taste 6 different beers with paired appetizers.

4-hour: Beer Tour with 8 Beers & Food 
Opt for this beer and food tasting tour to visit 2 beer venues & 1 restaurant & enjoy a feast of 8 different beers with paired food, including hot dishes & appetizers. 

Brewing in Cologne is booming & Kölsch, a style of beer in Cologne.

Private German Beer Tasting Tour in Cologne Old Town

Anyone who is a guest in the Rhine metropolis should not leave the world-famous beer specialty, the Kölsch, without drinking! During the brewery tour, you will immerse yourself in a part of Cologne's culture. Visit selected breweries on your walk through the old town, learn all sorts of interesting facts about the brewing tradition of the Rhine metropolis and try different types of Kölsch.

After this tour you will be just as familiar with terms such as Köbes, Kranz and Pittermännchen as the bar and drinking habits of the people of Cologne. With your beer and local guide, you will discover not only the historic breweries but also the most beautiful sights in the old town such as Cologne Cathedral and the Alter Markt.

Brewery tour in Cologne including a variety of tastings

Savor Cologne's vibrant beer culture on this 3-hour Culinary Beer House Tour, where you'll experience the city's renowned Kölsch beer alongside local delicacies. Kick off at the iconic Früh am Dom, where you'll learn about beer house etiquette and enjoy your first bites. Stroll through the Old Town, visiting multiple beer houses and soaking in stories filled with Cologne's rich history and humor. The highlight awaits in the historic vaulted cellar at Zims, before concluding with a hearty meal at Haxenhaus, featuring a selection of Cologne specialties. Perfect for couples, friends, and small groups looking for an authentic taste of Cologne.

- 3-hour guided tour through Cologne's Old Town
- Enjoy unlimited Kölsch or soft drinks and delicious local snacks and a savory full meal at Haxenhaus (vegetarian option available)
- Visit 4 traditional beer houses, including a historic vaulted cellar
- Ideal for small groups, couples, and private events from 8+ people

Cologne Culinary Beer House Tour with Unlimited Kölsch and Food

Embark on a culinary journey in Cologne. See Town Hall, Cologne Cathedral, xx & other Old Town highlights & discover where the locals eat. Try a variety of German dishes and beers, & learn about local culture & customs from a Local Food Expert!

Choose one of our excellent tour options tailored to your needs & interests:

2,5-hour: Food Tasting Tour at 2 venues 
Join this walking tour of Cologne's Old Town to visit 1 traditional restaurant for a full meal with a soft drink, and 1 patisserie for a dessert with a cup of tea/coffee.

3,5-hour: Food Tasting Tour at 3 venues 
Choose this tasting experience to visit 2 restaurants & 1 patissiere in Cologne's Old Town. Try traditional German dishes & desserts with 1 coffee/tea, 1 soft drink and 1 beer.

5-hour: Food & Beer Tasting Tour at 4 venues 
Become a German food & beer expert! Discover Old Town highlights & visit 4 restaurants Try a variety of traditional dishes, desserts & beverages, including 8 beers.

Traditional German Food and Cologne Old Town Private Tour

As a former and long-time Köbes, founder and guide Chris is particularly well-versed in the world of Cologne's breweries. The quality standards for a properly guided tour with honest information are also reflected in the selection of guides. And last but not least, the fun factor counts! Come with us on an entertaining brewery tour where you will experience the real world of Cologne's breweries! With Cologne Guide you are in the right place in Cologne: Our professional guides will not only show you the old town and the breweries, they will also entertain you with funny anecdotes and give you valuable insider tips! Where does it taste best? Where can you get lost at night? And where do the real Cologne residents go?

Beer & Brewery Tours in Cologne