Cologne Perfume Museum

Cologne Perfume Museum

Introduction The Cologne Perfume Museum (Duftmuseum) is located in the historic home of Farina, as everything started here. This is the world's oldest perfume factory, which made the city of Cologne famous as early as the 18th century with its production of Cologne water. It showcases the origins and history of perfume making.

Cologne water is the world’s oldest perfume brand. Since 1709, kings, nobles, and celebrities of the time have used the special Cologne water provided by perfumer Johann Maria Farina.

The museum has three floors and presents 300 years of perfume culture development. If you wish, you can explore the expensive ingredients used in making perfume with a guided tour. Transport: Take the subway to Heumarkt station. Ticket/Opening Hours: Ticket: €4 (includes €3 worth of perfume), with Chinese audio guide.

Cologne, Germany