Kölnisches Stadtmuseum

Museums & Galleries in Cologne, North Rhine-Westphalia

4.3 (867)

Category	Museums & Galleries
Address	Minoritenstraße 13, 50667 Köln
Street	Minoritenstraße
Area	Cologne, North Rhine-Westphalia
Phone	0221 22122398
Google rating	4.3 (867)
Source	Google Maps and public records · listed Oct 21, 2026

Opening hours

Monday	Closed
Tuesday	10 am–5 pm
Wednesday	10 am–5 pm
Thursday	10 am–5 pm
Friday	10 am–5 pm
Saturday	10 am–5 pm
Sunday	10 am–5 pm

About Kölnisches Stadtmuseum

Entdeckt die Geschichte Kölns! Freut euch auf ein Museum, das Stadtgeschichte ganz anders erzählt – überraschend, unkonventionell und emotional! Euch erwarten ein ungewöhnlicher Ort, eine innovative Ausstellung, viele interaktive und inklusive Angebote und natürlich: einzigartige Exponate! Im Mittelpunkt der neuen Dauerausstellung stehen Emotionen – und Fragen wie „Was lieben wir?“, „Was macht uns Angst?“, „Was verbindet uns?“. Im Mittelalter, vor 100 Jahren, heute? Lasst euch überraschen!

Kölnisches Stadtmuseum is a museen in Köln, Nordrhein-Westfalen. It is listed at Minoritenstraße 13, 50667 Köln, which places it among the local businesses of Köln that residents and visitors turn to when they need this kind of service close by.

Opening hours are published for 6 days a week. The most common schedule is 10 am–5 pm. It is closed on Monday. Hours in Germany do change around public holidays, and many businesses close for a day or two over Christmas and Easter, so a quick call before a special trip is sensible. The listed phone number is 0221 22122398. Calling ahead is the norm in Germany for reservations and for confirming that a small business is open that day; e-mail or WhatsApp is the common alternative if you would rather write than speak. Its website is koelnisches-stadtmuseum.de, where you may find menus, price lists or booking options.

Customers rate it 4.3 out of 5 on Google across 867 reviews, placing it among the better-regarded museen & galerien in Köln.

How Kölnisches Stadtmuseum compares with other museums & galleries in Cologne

It usually closes at 5 PM, earlier than 13 of the 14 museums & galleries in Cologne that publish their hours, so check the time before a late visit.
It shares Minoritenstraße with 4 other listed businesses.
Nearest other museums & galleries: Museum für Angewandte Kunst Köln (0.1 km), Nationalsozialismus-Dokumentationszentrum der Stadt Köln - im EL-DE-Haus (0.3 km), artothek Köln (0.4 km)

Latest Google reviews

The 5 most recent reviews shown on Google Maps. Reviews belong to their authors; read all of them on Google.

Richárd Szeri 3 months ago

Easy going, modern museum explaining Cologne’s history in a very short way, and additional aspects of the city, like freedom, religion, immigration, the river and the bridges. It’s a nice first impression when you start your Cologne trip!

Marine 5 months ago

This museum is really great. It tells the whole history of Cologne and has lots of interactive exhibits. I’d say it takes about 1.5 to 2 hours to see everything. There’s also a small gift shop and lockers where you can store your belongings. The only downside is the reception—the staff weren’t very friendly. The museum is accessible to people with limited mobility and to the blind and deaf.

Sneha Jaiswal 5 months ago

From being an ancient Roman colony to turning into a modern hub famous for beer, art, and tolerance - a visit to this museum is a great way to learn about Köln's history. We had a great time going through it.

Dr Michael de Percy 10 months ago

I found this collection to be insightful. It was comprehensive yet small, complex yet also politically nuanced, and at times too defensive about certain groups and yet too readily dismissive of others. Having said that, the display reflects the historical realities that Germany continues to grapple with, and it provides an interesting historical journey. Well worth the visit.

Shaun Hammersmark a year ago

Fantastic museum — start here first! Note: They’ve moved to a new location, but Google Maps still shows the old one, so double-check before you go. If you’re short on time (30–45 minutes), head straight to the first floor for a compact and engaging overview of the area’s history. But if you’ve got 90-120 minutes, settle in and enjoy the full experience — it’s worth it! Don’t forget to head upstairs to the gift shop — lots of fun and unique finds up there!

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Kölnisches Stadtmuseum located?

Kölnisches Stadtmuseum is at Minoritenstraße 13, 50667 Köln, in Köln, Nordrhein-Westfalen. Use the “Open in Google Maps” button on this page for directions.

What kind of business is Kölnisches Stadtmuseum?

Kölnisches Stadtmuseum is listed as a museen.

What are the opening hours of Kölnisches Stadtmuseum?

Published hours are Montag: Closed; Dienstag: 10 am–5 pm; Mittwoch: 10 am–5 pm; Donnerstag: 10 am–5 pm; Freitag: 10 am–5 pm; Samstag: 10 am–5 pm; Sonntag: 10 am–5 pm. It is closed on Monday. Hours can change on public holidays and the days around Christmas and Easter, so call before a special trip.

Is Kölnisches Stadtmuseum open on Sunday?

Yes, on Sunday it is open 10 am–5 pm.

What is the phone number of Kölnisches Stadtmuseum?

You can call Kölnisches Stadtmuseum on 0221 22122398.

How is Kölnisches Stadtmuseum rated on Google?

Kölnisches Stadtmuseum has a Google rating of 4.3 out of 5 from 867 reviews.

Does Kölnisches Stadtmuseum have a website?

Yes, the website of Kölnisches Stadtmuseum is koelnisches-stadtmuseum.de (linked on this page).