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Colmar, France

Things to Do in Colmar

Top sights, the tours and tickets travellers book most, hidden gems and day trips.

Most booked:Alsace 4 Wonders Small Group Day Trip from Colmar

Most booked tours and tickets in Colmar

Alsace 4 Wonders Small Group Day Trip from Colmar

Alsace 4 Wonders Small Group Day Trip from Colmar

4.8441 reviews8h
ICONICS Tour: 1/2 day on the Wine Route, visit of 2 Villages + Tasting.

ICONICS Tour: 1/2 day on the Wine Route, visit of 2 Villages + Tasting.

5.0174 reviews3h 45m
France, Germany and Switzerland Full Day Tour from Colmar

France, Germany and Switzerland Full Day Tour from Colmar

4.6122 reviews8h
Alsace's Gems Small Group Day Tour from Colmar

Alsace's Gems Small Group Day Tour from Colmar

4.897 reviews8h

Top sights in Colmar

  1. 1Little Venice
  2. 2Maison Pfister
  3. 3Unterlinden Museum
  4. 4Wine Route Tours
  5. 5Christmas Markets
  6. 6Old Town Stroll
  • Architectural Fairy-Tale: Wander through a perfectly preserved medieval and Renaissance old town where every street is a photo opportunity. Marvel at the iconic, frescoed Maison Pfister, the 'Headquarters' of the 'House of Heads' (Maison des Têtes) adorned with 106 sculpted faces, and the stunning timber-framed Koïfhus (Old Customs House).
  • The Enchantment of Little Venice: Experience the quintessential Colmar by taking a guided boat tour through the Lauch River canals in the Krutenau quarter. Admire the reflections of pastel-hued houses, vibrant flower boxes, and quaint footbridges that create a scene of pure, serene magic, best enjoyed from the Quai de la Poissonnerie.
  • A World-Class Wine Capital: Use Colmar as your gateway to the 170-km Alsace Wine Route. Tour prestigious vineyards and family-run wineries in nearby villages like Eguisheim and Riquewihr, and sample crisp, aromatic Rieslings and complex Gewürztraminers in historic winstubs like Wistub Brenner or Le Fer Rouge.

Tickets and passes in Colmar

Colmar: Inside Vino Storia - Journey Through Alsace Wine History

Colmar: Inside Vino Storia - Journey Through Alsace Wine History

5.01 review1h 30m
Colmar: Unterlinden Museum Ticket and City Audio Guide

Colmar: Unterlinden Museum Ticket and City Audio Guide

5.01 review2h
Colmar: Interactive Wax of Legends Museum Admission

Colmar: Interactive Wax of Legends Museum Admission

3.76 reviews1h

Food and drink experiences in Colmar

The Emblematic: visit of villages, Haut-Koenigsbourg, Wine tasting

The Emblematic: visit of villages, Haut-Koenigsbourg, Wine tasting

4.984 reviews8h
Alsace wine tour and medieval villages. Small group guided tour

Alsace wine tour and medieval villages. Small group guided tour

5.078 reviews6h
Private and customizable: Alsace Wine Route HIGHLIGHTS in 3 hours

Private and customizable: Alsace Wine Route HIGHLIGHTS in 3 hours

5.070 reviews3h
Safari-Tour Villages and vineyard, 1/2 day afternoon

Safari-Tour Villages and vineyard, 1/2 day afternoon

5.068 reviews3h 45m

Day trips and outdoor activities from Colmar

Through Alsace Vineyards and Wine Villages Private Bike Tour

Through Alsace Vineyards and Wine Villages Private Bike Tour

5.061 reviews2h
Colmar Scavenger Hunt & Highlights Self-Guided Walking Tour

Colmar Scavenger Hunt & Highlights Self-Guided Walking Tour

4.455 reviews2h
Colmar: Chocolate Creation Workshop at Choco-Story

Colmar: Chocolate Creation Workshop at Choco-Story

4.752 reviews2h 30m
Colmar Walking Tour with Audioguide on Your Smartphone

Colmar Walking Tour with Audioguide on Your Smartphone

4.232 reviews1h 30m

Hidden gems in Colmar

Places most visitors miss, many of them free.

Cour des Tanneurs (Tanner's Courtyard)

A secluded, peaceful inner courtyard hidden behind a gate on Rue des Tanneurs, featuring a well and the original half-timbered houses of the tanners' guild.

Musée du Jouet (Toy Museum)

A whimsical museum housed in a former cinema, showcasing a vast collection of toys and trains from the 19th century to the present day.

Parc du Champ de Mars

A large, serene English-style park located just a 5-minute walk from the train station, featuring a bandstand, walking paths, and a small lake.

Église Saint-Matthieu

A 13th-century former Franciscan church located just outside the main tourist circuit, known for its superb acoustics and simple, elegant Gothic architecture.

La Lauch 'Promenade' beyond Little Venice

Follow the canal path north from the Quai de la Poissonnerie, past the tourist boats, into a residential area where the canal is lined with gardens and local houses.

Day trips from Colmar

Eguisheim

15 min by car, 30 min by bus (Line 440)

A concentric, flower-filled medieval village often voted one of France's most beautiful. It's the birthplace of the Alsace winegrowing tradition and offers an even more intimate, postcard-perfect version of Colmar's charm.

Riquewihr

30 min by car, 1 hour by bus/train combination

A perfectly preserved 16th-century walled village on the Wine Route, seemingly frozen in time. Known as the 'Gem of the Vineyards,' it's famous for its picturesque streets and as a major wine-producing center.

Strasbourg

30 min by train (TER)

The dynamic capital of the Alsace region and European institutions. Offers a striking contrast to Colmar with its grand Gothic cathedral, the charming Petite France district, and a vibrant, cosmopolitan atmosphere.

Plan your Colmar trip

Things to do in Colmar: FAQ

What are the best things to do in Colmar?+

Top sights include Little Venice, Maison Pfister, Unterlinden Museum and Wine Route Tours. Away from the crowds, try Cour des Tanneurs (Tanner's Courtyard) and Musée du Jouet (Toy Museum).

What are the most popular tours in Colmar?+

The most booked experiences on Viator are Alsace 4 Wonders Small Group Day Trip from Colmar (4.8 stars, 441 reviews); Alsace villages half day tour from Colmar (4.8 stars, 193 reviews); ICONICS Tour: 1/2 day on the Wine Route, visit of 2 Villages + Tasting. (5.0 stars, 174 reviews).

How much do tours in Colmar cost?+

The tours and tickets on this page start between €5 and €350 per person, depending on length and what is included.

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