Cologne Cathedral (Kölner Dom) Tours and Tickets

Q: How much does it cost to enter Cologne Cathedral?

Entry to Cologne Cathedral is free for visitors who wish to see the cathedral's interior. Tickets are required, though, for climbing the cathedral’s tower and visiting the Cologne Cathedral Treasury, with tickets for adults starting at €6 for each or €9 for both. There is reduced–price admission to the tower and treasury for children, students, and families.

Q: Are guided tours available for Cologne Cathedral?

Yes, guided tours of the Cologne Cathedral interior are available for visitors. Public guided tours provided in English that take one hour can be booked over at the DOMFORUM across from the cathedral entrance or on the DOMFORUM website. You can also book tours to special areas, including the treasury, roof, and baptistery, although these are only provided in German.

Q: Can I purchase Cologne Cathedral tickets online in advance?

No, groups or individuals can't purchase tickets for the tower and treasury of Cologne Cathedral in advance. You cannot reserve a time slot for your visit, so you will need to buy your tickets at the time of your visit and wait in line on the odd occasion when these parts of the cathedral are particularly busy.

Q: Is there a combination ticket for Cologne Cathedral and other nearby attractions?

No, there are no combination tickets available that include admission to the Cologne Cathedral with other attractions. There is a combination ticket for the tower and treasury, which are both inside the Cologne Cathedral. There is also a city pass, the KölnCard, that discounts many city attractions, including the Cologne Cathedral Treasury.

Q: Are there restrictions on photography inside Cologne Cathedral?

Visitors to Cologne Cathedral are permitted to take photos without flash and video when services are not taking place for non-commercial use. Photo shoots, tripods, and highly technical equipment are prohibited in the cathedral without express permission, while drones over the cathedral are also strictly forbidden.

Q: Is there a dress code for visiting Cologne Cathedral?

Yes, Cologne Cathedral does have a dress code for visitors and requests that visitors dress in a manner that respects the cathedral as a place of worship. Much like most churches, they ask visitors not to wear sleeveless or cropped tops or any clothes with offensive messages or symbols.

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What are people saying about Cologne Cathedral (Kölner Dom)

Cologne Heritage Tour: Cathedral, Historic Sites & Museums

Laura_O, Jun 2025

Informative and flexible

Very nice guide, knowledgeable and patient with questions, good command of English, flexible with adjusting the tour for our preferences.

Cologne Heritage Tour: Cathedral, Historic Sites & Museums

Derrick_B, Jan 2025

Great Time

The tour was incredible and the guide was great definitely would recommend. The Cathedral is a can’t miss destination.

Cologne Heritage Tour: Cathedral, Historic Sites & Museums

Stacy_J, Jul 2024

Aylin was AMAZING!

Aylin was an amazing tour guide! It was only her, my husband and I and she tailored the tour to fit our needs, giving us options to create a magical experience. It was pouring down rain and she adjusted to keep us in balance of dry and under umbrellas. She was soooo friendly, caring and informative. We absolutely enjoyed our experience and will recommend to others visiting the area.

Cologne Heritage Tour: Cathedral, Historic Sites & Museums

Tim_M, Apr 2024

Our guide Ms Aslyn was...

Our guide Ms Aslyn was the best! Very knowledgable, fun, and timing and pace was excellent. We would ask for her again!