Cologne EL-DE Haus and WWII Jewish Holocaust History Tour
Overview
Visit EL-De House, the former Gestapo headquarters in Cologne, and learn about World War II and the Holocaust from a Private Guide. Gain insight into everyday life, survival struggle and fight of the German and Jewish citizens during WWII.
Highlights:
• Visit EL-DE House, the Nazi victim memorial center, with a 5-Star History Expert-Guide
• Discover the best-kept secrets of Gestapo, the secret police of the Third Reich
• Learn about the victims of the Nazi regime, political enemies, and Jewish people
• Explore the Old Town and see Almarkt, Cologne Cathedral, and more
• Enjoy a private tour tailored to your needs and interests
Get a glimpse into everyday life and oppression in Hitler’s Third Reich. Join our Expert Guide on a walking tour of Cologne's Old Town and visit EL-DL House, the former headquarters of Gestapo. Learn about the oppression and resistance of political prisoners, forced laborers and Jewish people during World War II. Witness the dark side of German history.
What's Included
- Entrance tickets to EL-DE Haus
- Expert commentary on the history of Third Reich, WWII and Holocaust
- Pace adapted to your group
- World War II and Jewish Holocaust History Tour of Cologne’s Old Town and EL-DE House
- Licensed Private Guide speaking fluently in your chosen language
Meeting Location
Alter Markt 28-32
50667 Köln, Germany
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
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Cafe Extrablatt Köln Alter Markt
10 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Old Town Cologne 1922 e.V.
30 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Alter Markt
20 minutes Admission Ticket Free
EL-DE Haus
2 hours Admission Ticket Included
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Please check your email the day before the tour to receive important information
Frequently Asked Questions (7)
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Balloon Tours customers.
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- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CET).
- Entrance tickets to EL-DE Haus.
- Expert commentary on the history of Third Reich, WWII and Holocaust.
- Pace adapted to your group.
- World War II and Jewish Holocaust History Tour of Cologne’s Old Town and EL-DE House.
- Licensed Private Guide speaking fluently in your chosen language.
There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Cologne EL-DE Haus and WWII Jewish Holocaust History Tour is as follows:
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Cologne EL-DE Haus and WWII Jewish Holocaust History Tour will be included in your confirmation email from City Balloon Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Entrance tickets to EL-DE Haus
- Expert commentary on the history of Third Reich, WWII and Holocaust
- Pace adapted to your group
- World War II and Jewish Holocaust History Tour of Cologne’s Old Town and EL-DE House
- Licensed Private Guide speaking fluently in your chosen language
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Please check your email the day before the tour to receive important information
