Timeline
14:00
Former franciscan convent with St. Marien church
Arrive at the Former franciscan convent with St. Marien church. The complex is nestled inconspicuously between contemporary residential buildings, offering a quiet space to admire the gothic-inspired decorations away from the main tourist flow.
14:15
Walk 3 minutes to Thai Cuisine for a quick, authentic lunch. The family-run business serves tasty, affordable dishes in a modern street-food style setting, perfect for a relaxed bite without a long wait.
15:00
Head to A-Musik, a renowned record shop specializing in experimental and niche music. Visit between 14:00 and 18:00 on weekdays or 12:00 to 16:00 on Saturdays to explore their wide collection.
15:30
End your afternoon with a Kölsch at FRÜH „Em Veedel“. This pub is open from 16:00 on weekdays, allowing you to unwind with a local draft after your cultural stops.
Local tip
Check the opening hours for A-Musik before you go, as they close early on Saturdays. FRÜH „Em Veedel“ opens at 16:00 on weekdays, so plan your visit accordingly.
Check before you go
- A-Musik is open Tu-Fr 14:00-18:00 and Sa 12:00-16:00.
- Thai Cuisine is open Mo-Fr 11:30-21:30, Sa 12:00-21:30, and Su/PH 13:00-21:30.
- FRÜH „Em Veedel“ is open Mo-Th 16:00-24:00 and Fr/Sa 11:00-24:00.
Worth knowing
- A-Musik is open at 15:00 only on Tu, We, Th, Fr, Sa
- FRÜH „Em Veedel“ is open at 15:30 only on Fr, Sa
Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to Cologne (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).