Access only for persons aged 16+

Die True Crime Ausstellung

Logo von Serienkiller – Die True Crime Ausstellung
Cologne

Enter the minds
of serial killers

Immersive
journey

Relive real
crime scenes

Germany premiere in Cologne!

From 8 May at Oskar-Jäger-Straße 99

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Depths of the Psyche

Experience a world where myth and reality collide, and discover the chilling truths behind 20 of history's most notorious serial killers. This immersive journey challenges everything you thought you knew about crime and the investigations that brought these perpetrators to justice.

Step into the twisted minds of figures like Jeffrey Dahmer or Ted Bundy and stand amid eerily realistic crime-scene reconstructions. From personal relics to psychological assessments, the exhibition offers an unfiltered, in-depth look into the darkest depths of the criminal mind.

Discover how real monsters inspired the most terrifying villains in Hollywood history. The exhibition explores the thin line between fact and fiction and shows how the media blurs the boundary between the human beast and the compelling pop-culture phenomenon.

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Practical information

Exhibition period

08.05.2026 - 25.10.2026

Opening hours

Monday Closed
Tuesday Closed
Wednesday 11:00 - 19:00
Thursday 11:00 - 19:00
Friday 11:00 - 20:00
Saturday 10:00 - 20:00
Sunday & Holidays 10:00 - 19:00
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Location

Oskar-Jäger-Straße 99,
50825 Köln

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Please use public transport.

Stops nearby:

  • Melatengürtel (100 meters on foot) — Tram 13, Bus 140
  • Aachener Str./Gürtel (500 meters on foot) — Tram 1, 7, 13, Bus 140
  • Weinsbergstr./Gürtel (700 meters on foot) — Tram 13, Bus 141, 142, 143

Timetable information from Kölner Verkehrs-Betriebe
Timetable information from Deutsche Bahn

Directions by car

  • Via the A1: exit K-Lövenich, onto Aachener Straße, direction Zentrum.
  • Via the A57: exit K-Ehrenfeld, direction Ehrenfeld.
  • Via the A3: exit K-Zentrum/-Deutz (Lanxess Arena), follow the B55a, via Zoobrücke, Innere Kanalstraße, onto Aachener Straße.

Paid parking is available at the exhibition.

The nearest parking garage is “Bezirksrathaus Lindenthal” at Oskar-Jäger-Straße 3 (Mon–Fri: 7–20 hrs).

P+R Parkhaus Köln-Müngersdorf

Parkhaus Stadion (P2) at the Müngersdorf stadium. From the Köln RheinEnergieSTADION stop, take line 1 to Aachener Str./Gürtel in 10 minutes. Free use of the P+R facility for up to 24 hours with a valid public transport ticket of any kind. For events (e.g. concerts, soccer matches etc.) a fee of 2.50 euros will be charged.

Ticket prices1

For questions, please contact the Eventim ticket hotline at 01806 57 00 70 (Mon-Sat: 9 am - 6 pm).

1 Additional fees may apply for online and telephone orders.

2 The exhibition contains graphic or disturbing content. Visitors are advised to exercise discretion. Due to the nature of the exhibition and its subject matter, admission is restricted to adults aged 16 and over.

3 Discounts are available only upon presentation of valid ID: seniors (65 and over), trainees, pupils, students (up to 27 years old), and people with disabilities. The exhibition is wheelchair accessible. A registered accompanying person receives free admission, but their ticket must be obtained at the box office and cannot be purchased in advance or online.

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

We are looking forward to welcoming you to "Serienkiller – The True Crime Exhibition". To ensure you have the best possible experience, we have compiled some frequently asked questions.

The experience

Investigate first-hand and step into the darkest corners of the human psyche. This gripping exhibition takes you into the minds of infamous serial killers such as Jeffrey Dahmer and Ted Bundy. Through a mix of historical exhibits, psychological case files, and state-of-the-art VR technology, you will experience the hunt for the truth up close. The exhibition contains disturbing content and is rated 16+.
Oskar-Jäger-Str. 99, 50825 Cologne-Ehrenfeld.
The experience takes place indoors.
The expected visit duration is approximately 90 minutes.
Food and drinks are available for purchase in the surrounding area. A drinks vending machine is available inside the exhibition.
A limited number of paid parking spaces are available on site.
Yes, this experience includes a virtual reality (VR) component, which can only be booked on site at the day box office.
Yes. The souvenir shop offers a limited exhibition-themed range that is available exclusively on site.
At eventim.de, at all known presale outlets, and on site at the day box office.
A day box office is available on site. Please note, however, that tickets may already be sold out by the time you arrive. To secure your spot, we strongly recommend booking in advance.
If you would like to visit this exhibition as a group or are interested in more than 8 tickets, please contact us preferably by email at gruppen@eventim.de. You can also reach the group booking team by phone at +49 421 37 67 2000 (Mon-Fri: 9 am-5 pm). The group package is available for groups of 8 or more.

Accessibility

Dogs or other animals are not permitted in the exhibition unless arranged in advance. This is only possible for guide dogs or assistance dogs.
The exhibition is wheelchair accessible, and an accessible toilet is available. Wheelchair users are advised to visit the exhibition with a companion. Our exhibition warmly welcomes all visitors, including people with hearing or visual impairments. Please note that the exhibition experience is primarily visual and includes numerous information panels for orientation and context.
Outside food and drinks, as well as items that could disturb other visitors, may not be brought into the exhibition. Strict no-smoking rules apply indoors.
No, no strobe lights are used during the exhibition.
Seating is available at selected points throughout the exhibition route.
The venue has toilet facilities.
You are welcome to take photos and share them with your friends. Please make sure not to disturb other visitors. Professional equipment and tripods are not allowed.
If you have forgotten something, please contact our on-site team at the respective exhibition during opening hours.
No, there is no cloakroom on site. However, lockers are available.
The exhibition is approved for visitors aged 16 and over.
Yes, the audio guide is included in the ticket price, available on your own smartphone, and also offered in English.