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Berlin river cruises
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- On this one-hour Berlin cruise, delve into the city's rich history and culture with informative audio commentary or an audio guide, depending on the boat.
- Cruises depart every 15 minutes from 11am to 5:45pm from Friedrichstraße, Nikolaiviertel, or Hackescher Markt. All boarding points are near each other.
- Experience Berlin's top landmarks from the river, including the Reichstag, Berliner Dome, Museum Island, Government District, and Humboldt Forum, for a unique view.
- Berlin is a mix of old and new and you’ll see this in other attractions like the Berlin Cathedral along with the House of World Cultures and the main station.
- Enjoy a refreshing drink, available for purchase on board, as you marvel at the breathtaking sights of the historical city center.
- On this one-hour Berlin cruise, delve into the city's rich history and culture with informative audio commentary or an audio guide, depending on the boat.
- Cruises depart every 15 minutes from 11am to 5:45pm from Friedrichstraße, Nikolaiviertel, or Hackescher Markt. All boarding points are near each other.
- Experience Berlin's top landmarks from the river, including the Reichstag, Berliner Dome, Museum Island, Government District, and Humboldt Forum, for a unique view.
- Berlin is a mix of old and new and you’ll see this in other attractions like the Berlin Cathedral along with the House of World Cultures and the main station.
- Enjoy a refreshing drink, available for purchase on board, as you marvel at the breathtaking sights of the historical city center.
Inclusions
- 1-hour Berlin cruise
- Commentary in English & German
- Multilingual audio guide (available for select timeslots only)
- Reichstag
- Government District
- House of World Cultures
- Bellevue Palace
- Victory Column
- Berlin Cathedral
- Museum Island and Humboldt Forum
- Nikolaiviertel
- Tip: After the cruise, explore Museum Island, a UNESCO World Heritage Site just a 15-minute walk from Friedrichstraße or Nikolaiviertel.
- This experience is not accessible by wheelchair.
- This experience is pram/stroller accessible.
- Your guide dogs are welcome at the venue.
- Pets are allowed. Larger dogs must be kept on a leash.
- You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
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Doreen
Dec 2024Verified booking
It worked out wonderfully. The ship was on time, warm and clean. The explanations were interesting. D.S. from Thuringia
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Silke
Nov 2024Verified booking
The staff was very friendly. Everything was clean. Everything worked great with the online booking. The explanations about the trip were also very good.
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Anja
Nov 2024Verified booking
Thanks to guide Christoph, the tour was very informative and entertaining. It was also pleasing that, despite the cold wind (in the sunshine), the deck was half open and you could therefore choose whether you wanted to sit outside or not. With another provider (at the same pier), you were immediately made to feel stupid when you asked. It's a shame that the tour in one direction only went as far as the lock, but that's all you can fit into one hour.
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Ivanka
Oct 2024Verified booking
It was a very good experience. I am impressed by the good and friendly mood of the staff. The tour guide explained the buildings we passed in detail and comprehensively.We will have many fond memories of our walk and if we have another way to Berlin, we may repeat it again.
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Antje
Oct 2024Verified booking
The relaxed atmosphere on the boat and the short, concise explanations of the most important sights with insider tips. 😃
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Silvia
Oct 2024Verified booking
We had booked online and had to wait in a huge queue to get a paper ticket!!! Very bad
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Eckart
Sep 2024Verified booking
The company was very flexible, we were able to start our booked trip (10 people) earlier. Explanations on the ship were good and sufficient.
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Anja
Sep 2024Verified booking
Great tour guide, explanations were in German and English, linguistically top, very informative and entertaining, even for me as a Berliner there was something new to learn. Electric boat, quiet, no smell and very comfortable seats. Perfect and absolutely recommendable
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Ngoc
Sep 2024Verified booking
Was very nice, but it was hard to find the location, because we hardly know which ship we were supposed to board. We also noticed that the prices differ online and on-site. Other than that, the atmosphere, sights and people were very accommodating and nice.
John
Sep 2024Verified booking
The tour itself was fine. It's a route shrouded in history. We booked for an 11:00 tour (which was also advertised on the dock) so were surprised when the boat didn't depart until 11:30, presumably as not enough people were on board for the 11:00 tour. The audio guides were good when they worked. We had to switch devices twice as they appeared not to have been properly/fully recharged. Overall a 5-6 out of 10.
Robert
Aug 2024Verified booking
Met our expectations exactly. We wanted to see some of the highlights of Berlin from the river on a tour that lasted 90 minutes or less. The boat was clean, the tour was interesting, and amenities were available. Ticketing was intuitive, easy and fast.
Mosaab
Aug 2024Verified booking
They didn't even ask us if we want to use the audio guide while boarding, we thought that we will have them after finalizing the boarding process, We spent the whole tour without any translation which wasn't what we expected.
Bernd
Aug 2024Verified booking
Very good organization. The ticketing worked great, the app is necessary and works well. Regular e-mail information informs you of the booked dates in good time. The Spree boat tour with convertible boat is a great experience in good weather and shows the most important highlights along the City-Spree. Only the stated 15 min waiting time, very punctual departure, QR ticket via app works perfectly. The boat guide was excellent and presented the background and sights almost like a stand-up comedian - very humorous in German and English. Entry to the TV tower was also very easy with the specified 15 min waiting time, of course great all-round view. Due to the proximity of the boat launch and TV tower, both can be combined perfectly, plan a maximum 30 min walk.
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Petra
Aug 2024Verified booking
Take a leisurely cruise along the Spree and see some great historical highlights - very beautiful and worth seeing. And all this in 1 hour...ideal if you don't have much time.
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Claudia
Aug 2024Verified booking
The captain always had a relaxed attitude. However, I would book the big round trip next time, as it was the same on the hour tour there and back. Otherwise everything was great.
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Mathias
Aug 2024Verified booking
Very pleasant boat trip with a very good guide who explained everything very well and also answered very individual questions. We would book again at any time!
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Marlies
Aug 2024Verified booking
Wonderful boat trip with live guide! Our boat trip with a live guide was simply fantastic! The whole experience was both relaxing and very informative. The guide was incredibly friendly, very knowledgeable and made the trip a real experience with lots of interesting stories and facts about the city. The views from the boat were perfect and it was wonderful to enjoy the city of Berlin from the water. The guide pointed out lots of little details that could easily be overlooked and conveyed the history and culture in a lively and exciting way. The boat itself was clean, the chairs were comfortable but unfortunately a little too close together. Overall, it was an all-round successful experience that I can highly recommend to anyone. If you are looking for a relaxing and educational activity, you should definitely not miss out on this boat trip!
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Anne
Aug 2024Verified booking
It was a great city tour on the Spree, with interesting, informative and funny commentary. I would do it again in a heartbeat!
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Jan
Aug 2024Verified booking
It was a very good trip you got a lot to say and you understood very well in German and English gladly again😃👍
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Axel
Aug 2024Verified booking
The tour departed on time, the explanations given were clear and easy to understand, not overloaded with information. The ship was not too full of tourists. Drinks on offer were sufficient and not too expensive. The weather was perfect! All in all, everything was very satisfactory.
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Pelzl
Aug 2024Verified booking
We were able to get on the bus at 2 pm without any problems as there were still places available. The tour guide explained everything well and the buildings were interesting
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Ronald
Jul 2024Verified booking
Saw a lot in one hour with a good explanation It is very hot on the seating deck when the sun is shining A small suggestion: umbrellas before too much sunlight
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Dorit
Jul 2024Verified booking
It was a nice boat tour through Berlin on the ship Carola. The guide told us very interesting information about the buildings to the right and left. It was really worthwhile.
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Sandra
Jun 2024Verified booking
The tour guide was simply great. Very funny and sarcastic, but still very informative. I can only recommend the tour.
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Valantina
Jun 2024Verified booking
Punctual departure, flexibility " I accidentally missed my booked ride and was able to take the next round". Friendly staff
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- Short on time in Berlin? An evening cruise lets you tick off major sights, watching the city come alive and glitter under the night sky.
- See the Spreebogen watercourse and its modern architecture, and learn more through the onboard German commentary or multilingual audio guide.
- Discover Berlin's iconic landmarks like the majestic Berlin Cathedral and the charming Nikolaiviertel district, all illuminated by the city lights.
- Spot Charité, the inspiration behind a popular Netflix series, and discover its rich history as one of Europe's oldest and most renowned hospitals.
- Want to experience the beauty of Berlin at night? Opt for a romantic moonlight cruise instead and sail under the stars or a 3-hour evening cruise!
- Short on time in Berlin? An evening cruise lets you tick off major sights, watching the city come alive and glitter under the night sky.
- See the Spreebogen watercourse and its modern architecture, and learn more through the onboard German commentary or multilingual audio guide.
- Discover Berlin's iconic landmarks like the majestic Berlin Cathedral and the charming Nikolaiviertel district, all illuminated by the city lights.
- Spot Charité, the inspiration behind a popular Netflix series, and discover its rich history as one of Europe's oldest and most renowned hospitals.
- Want to experience the beauty of Berlin at night? Opt for a romantic moonlight cruise instead and sail under the stars or a 3-hour evening cruise!
Inclusions
- 2-hour River Spree evening sightseeing cruise
- Onboard commentary in German (optional)
- Audio guide in German, English, French, Spanish, Portuguese, Italian, Dutch, Russian, Polish, Swedish, Chinese, and Hebrew (optional)
- 2-hour evening cruise (optional)
- 3-hour evening cruise (optional)
- 2-hour evening cruise at Alt Moabit (optional)
- Wine and cheese specialties (available for purchase outdoor & indoor seating for Alt Moabit cruise)
- Snacks and Kaiser beer from a private Berlin brewery (available on 3-hour evening cruise)
Exclusions
- Food and drinks (available to purchase on board)
- Tip: Explore Berlin's rich history and culture by visiting renowned museums like the Pergamon Museum or the Neues Museum, close to the boarding pier.
- This experience is not accessible by wheelchair.
- This experience is accessible by pram/strollers.
- Your guide dogs and pets are welcome onboard.
- In case of unforeseen events like bad weather, technical issues, or waterway closures, the tour may be rescheduled or canceled.
- You can cancel these tickets up to 48 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
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Anastasiia
Oct 2024Verified booking
The tour itself was nice - night Berlin is beautiful. However, we were not provided with audio guides as we should have been according to the website. Also there was a very limited choice of food, especially for vegetarians: only hummus and potato salad, which my boyfriend really didn't like.
Carsten
Aug 2024Verified booking
We were lucky with the weather! We like the boat's electric drive. It would have been nice to have some information about what we saw. Also a welcome on board would have been nice. The staff were very friendly and courteous!!!
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Ralf
Aug 2024Verified booking
We got to know Berlin from a completely different perspective. It was a very nice tour that we did by boat. It was a pity that the captain didn't give any description of what we were seeing or what we were passing. That would be desirable for tourists and better than a silent boat trip.
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Anja
Jul 2024Verified booking
Es war nicht nur eine Bootsfahrt, man wurde richtig mitgerissen von den Erzählungen. Essen war genau richtig. Natürlich hat auch das Wetter mitgespielt 😊
Corina
Jul 2024Verified booking
Thanks to Maria and her team, it was a relaxing trip with the most delicious matjes sandwich in the whole world! Gladly again !
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Karlheinz
Sep 2024Verified booking
The staff was very friendly and accommodating, the explanations were very great.it was very pleasant on the boat
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Lisa
Sep 2024Verified booking
The relaxed atmosphere on the Spree
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Marcus
Aug 2024Verified booking
The staff was excellent!
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Detlef
Aug 2024Verified booking
The weather
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Irina
Jul 2024Verified booking
Cozy atmosphere and great music! Definitely a highlight of our trip to Berlin!
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Michael
Jul 2024Verified booking
Smaller ship, good service, price/performance 👍🏼 great tour and a recommendation for the evening
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Sime
Jul 2024Verified booking
There was no guide
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- Glide through the Havelseen Lakes in this 2-hour cruise that lets you relax while experiencing the beauty of Berlin waters.
- Start your cruise at Wannsee and traverse through the glorious waters of the Havelseen lakes - Kleiner Wannsee, Pohlesee, Stölpchensee, Griebnitzsee, Glienicker Brücke, Jungfernsee and Pfauensee.
- A commentary on the sites is given in German.
- Sit back and relax while you see the architectural beauty of Wannsee.
- Gander at Babelsberg Castle, Sacrow Church of the Savior, Nikolskoe with the Church of Peter and Paul, and the Wannsee lido.
- Avail the opportunity to take a break from this cruise to combine it with a visit to the breathtaking Peacock Island or a hike through the awe-inspiring Grunewald.
- Glide through the Havelseen Lakes in this 2-hour cruise that lets you relax while experiencing the beauty of Berlin waters.
- Start your cruise at Wannsee and traverse through the glorious waters of the Havelseen lakes - Kleiner Wannsee, Pohlesee, Stölpchensee, Griebnitzsee, Glienicker Brücke, Jungfernsee and Pfauensee.
- A commentary on the sites is given in German.
- Sit back and relax while you see the architectural beauty of Wannsee.
- Gander at Babelsberg Castle, Sacrow Church of the Savior, Nikolskoe with the Church of Peter and Paul, and the Wannsee lido.
- Avail the opportunity to take a break from this cruise to combine it with a visit to the breathtaking Peacock Island or a hike through the awe-inspiring Grunewald.
Inclusions
- 2-hour river cruise
- German commentary
Exclusions
- Food & drinks
- Guided tour
- Board your cruise at Anlegestelle Wannsee.
- Address: Kronprinzessinnenweg 5, 14109 Berlin, Germany.
- Get Directions to the Boarding Point
- You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
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Guðbjörg
Jun 2024Verified booking
Sailing and guide on tour excellent, but staff at ticket office where we took off rude and unhelpful when we were just asking about ecact departure spot.
Mirko
Jun 2024Verified booking
It was a very nice boat tour, with very nice weather and a lot of interesting facts that were explained to us. I can only recommend this tour.
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Sebastian
May 2024Verified booking
Bei bestem Wetter ging die Tour über die sieben Seen. Der Bootsführer machte im amüsantem Stil auf die Besonderen Sehenswürdigkeiten aufmerksam. Sehr aufmerksames und freundliches Bordpersonal. Immer wieder gerne.....👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼
Andrea
Sep 2024Verified booking
Super friendly staff on land and on the water.
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Ines
Sep 2024Verified booking
The excursion The friendliness Punctuality
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Jasmin
Sep 2024Verified booking
It was a very entertaining and relaxed trip.
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- Cruise gently through Berlin's waters to see some of the city's most significant landmarks on your way to the city's largest port, Westhafen.
- Listen to engaging German commentary via onboard speakers, and listen to an audio guide available in 11 different languages.
- Sail along the Spree and pass by the Museum Island, the Berlin Cathedral, the historic Nikolaiviertel, and the new city palace.
- Make your way through the Berlin-Spandau shipping canal, the Humboldthafen, and past the historic buildings of the Charité campus to Westhafen.
- Continue to Charlottenburg Castle Park and enjoy a short stop at Charlottenburg at the Gotzkowsky Bridge.
- Start your way back to Friedrichstrasse through the meanderings of Spree, on the way, see more important Berling sights including Bellevue Palace, House of World Cultures, and more.
- Cruise gently through Berlin's waters to see some of the city's most significant landmarks on your way to the city's largest port, Westhafen.
- Listen to engaging German commentary via onboard speakers, and listen to an audio guide available in 11 different languages.
- Sail along the Spree and pass by the Museum Island, the Berlin Cathedral, the historic Nikolaiviertel, and the new city palace.
- Make your way through the Berlin-Spandau shipping canal, the Humboldthafen, and past the historic buildings of the Charité campus to Westhafen.
- Continue to Charlottenburg Castle Park and enjoy a short stop at Charlottenburg at the Gotzkowsky Bridge.
- Start your way back to Friedrichstrasse through the meanderings of Spree, on the way, see more important Berling sights including Bellevue Palace, House of World Cultures, and more.
Inclusions
- 2.25-hour tour
- German commentary via onboard speakers
- Multilingual audio guide
Exclusions
- Food and drinks (can be purchased onboard)
- Board your cruise at Stern und Kreisschiffahrt GmbH, Anleger Friedrichstraße/Reichstagufer.
- Address: Reichstagufer, 10117 Berlin, Germany
- Your guide will be holding blue/orange flags at the pier.
- Get Directions to the Boarding Point
- The onboard commentary is in German.
- The audio guide is available in German, English, French, Spanish, Portuguese, Italian, Dutch, Russian, Polish, Swedish, Chinese, and Hebrew.
- An assortment of food menus (including a vegetarian menu) is available and can be booked onboard.
- You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
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Dr.
Oct 2024Verified booking
We actually wanted to leave at 12 noon. The time was not (or no longer) available on your website. That's why we took the tickets for 1.30 pm. Later we found out that the 1pm boat had a lot of empty seats. Annoying. Next time I will book directly with Stern- und Kreisschifffahrt.
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Verena
Oct 2024Verified booking
The route is very beautiful with lots of great sights. The explanations are interesting. However, the trip only took 2 hours and 10 minutes. The staff are very nice and courteous, not at all intrusive. If you don't want to consume anything, you don't have to.
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Anouk
Oct 2024Verified booking
The friendly staff, except for the man behind the counter who was very unfriendly when we tried to pay by card
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David
Sep 2024Verified booking
The tour was very good, the explanations of the individual buildings, people and historical places were also very easy to understand. The service on board was great, everything was offered at fair prices.
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Martin
Aug 2024Verified booking
A relaxing and very informative boat trip through Berlin. It was a lot of fun. The staff were very friendly. Thanks for the nice result.
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Hannah
Jul 2024Verified booking
How is it possible that smoking is allowed? We were sitting with our children among a hige audience of smokers and it was disgusting!
Rudolf
Jul 2024Verified booking
What I didn't like so much was that we, as senior citizens and severely disabled persons, had to pay the full price when booking online, while other senior citizens received a 15% discount when buying tickets at the pier.
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Ramona
Jun 2024Verified booking
2.5 hours full of interesting details, anecdotes and entertaining stories told by a fantastic guide who really gets the story across.
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Stephen
May 2024Verified booking
Great boat trip around a beautiful city, worth every penny. Had a few drinks and Currywurst on board which was all very nice too.
Linda
Apr 2024Verified booking
You see a lot of the city. Especially from a different perspective and you get a lot of background knowledge about the individual sights.
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Rene
Apr 2024Verified booking
Schöne Tour. Man lernt Berlin noch einmal von einer anderen Seite kennen. Es gab viel interessantes zu sehen. Die Crew war sehr nett. Hatten großes Wetterglück.
Francesca
Mar 2024Verified booking
The trip was very informative, we saw all the notable sights and received information about them. All in all, a recommendable trip.
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Max
Nov 2024Verified booking
My son really enjoyed it
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Dennis
Oct 2024Verified booking
Friendly staff, good catering on board
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Emes
Sep 2024Verified booking
We enjoyed the tour, unfortunately it only lasted 2 hours 15 minutes and not 2.5 hours as advertised.
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Dietrich
Sep 2024Verified booking
Very varied and informative tour. Very well commented.
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Reza
Jul 2024Verified booking
It was really good and we easily enjoyed two and a half hours on the deck of the ship
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Alexandra
Jul 2024Verified booking
The ship was super clean. Great service even up on deck! Beautiful tour. Highly recommended
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Sigrid
Jul 2024Verified booking
A very good and informative trip! Highly recommended!!!
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Horst
Jul 2024Verified booking
The simplicity and punctuality of shipping
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Vusal
Jun 2024Verified booking
Very nice staff. Clean. A nice experience.
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Cathleen
Jun 2024Verified booking
Great two and a half hours. Very friendly staff at Bort.
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Simone
Jun 2024Verified booking
Nice route, certainly even nicer with a guide instead of a tape announcement.
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Patrick
May 2024Verified booking
Good ride with a very good audio guide to the individual buildings.
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Josef
May 2024Verified booking
Great information and impressions about Berlin; the boat tour is highly recommended
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- Experience the historic sights of Berlin and sail under its famous bridges on this 3.25-hour cruise along the River Spree and Landwehrkanal.
- With onboard commentary in German or an audio guide in 10 languages, enhance your sightseeing tour by listening to information about each attraction.
- Whatever the weather, enjoy views of Berlin from the sun deck or take advantage of the indoor seating.
- Pass under the iconic Oberbaum Bridge, a symbol of Berlin's unity. It's known for connecting parts of the city previously divided by the Berlin Wall.
- You'll see significant landmarks that make Berlin what it is such as the Reichstag- housing Germany's Lower Parliament - the Berlin Cathedral and City Palace, the House of World Cultures, the Niklolaiviertel district, and more.
- Choose to sample some fine coffee, cake, and hot dishes during the cruise (not included in the ticket).
- Experience the historic sights of Berlin and sail under its famous bridges on this 3.25-hour cruise along the River Spree and Landwehrkanal.
- With onboard commentary in German or an audio guide in 10 languages, enhance your sightseeing tour by listening to information about each attraction.
- Whatever the weather, enjoy views of Berlin from the sun deck or take advantage of the indoor seating.
- Pass under the iconic Oberbaum Bridge, a symbol of Berlin's unity. It's known for connecting parts of the city previously divided by the Berlin Wall.
- You'll see significant landmarks that make Berlin what it is such as the Reichstag- housing Germany's Lower Parliament - the Berlin Cathedral and City Palace, the House of World Cultures, the Niklolaiviertel district, and more.
- Choose to sample some fine coffee, cake, and hot dishes during the cruise (not included in the ticket).
Inclusions
- 3.25-hour sightseeing boat tour
- Onboard commentary in German (optional)
- Multilingual audio guide (can be borrowed free of charge on board)
Exclusions
- Food and drinks (can be purchased onboard)
- Hotel transfers
- Live guide
- Board your cruise at Anlegestelle Jannowitzbrücke.
- Address: Rolandufer 4, 10179 Berlin, Germany.
- Get Directions to the Boarding Point
- The multilingual audio guide is available in English, French, Spanish, Portuguese, Italian, Dutch, Russian, Polish, Swedish, Chinese, and Hebrew.
- Choice of food options onboard include the following:
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1 pot of coffee or tea + 1 sheet cake with cream
Menu 1 - Pork fillet
Cream of tomato soup - Pork medallions • Cream of mushrooms • Tagliatelle - Belgian waffle - Berry compote
Menu 2 - Beef goulash
Cream of tomato soup - Beef goulash • Ribbon noodles - Belgian waffle - Berry compote
Menu 3 - Saithe fillet
Cream of tomato soup - Pollock fillet - Leaf spinach - Long grain rice - Belgian waffle - Berry compote
Menu 4 - Veggie
Cream of tomato soup - Aubergine curry - Long grain rice - Belgian waffle - Berry compote
Note: all menus can be booked online up to 48 hours before schedule and only in connection with the corresponding ticket.
- You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
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Jörg
Sep 2024Verified booking
We were very impressed by this boat tour. Jörg was also a good host and explainer :-))). It could have gone on longer for us.
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Frank
Apr 2024Verified booking
Very nice tour with a great and informative guide. Very nice and helpful staff, highly recommended
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Glaucio
Apr 2024Verified booking
I believe that desposables headphones could be provided by the boat. Keep the audio guides pressed to my ear, like a telephone, for 3:25 hours is extremely hard, in addition to making it impossible to consume any food on board.
Dietrich
Aug 2024Verified booking
Very interesting trip with good weather and best service. Seen from the Landwehr Canal, even Neukölln looks good.
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Dirk
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great narration! very interesting stories!
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- Take a break from the hustle-bustle of the city and relax on this cruise down River Spree.
- Sightsee renowned attractions on the East side of the river like Berliner Dom, Fernsehturm, Nikolaiviertel, and many more.
- Enjoy this tour tracing parts of the border between the two sides on the Spree before the fall of the Berlin wall as you listen to the onboard commentary with the audioguides.
- Discover the significance of the wall and what life under Soviet occupation was like.
- Travel comfortably and take advantage of the large outdoor decks and vast viewing windows on the luxury ship.
- Take a break from the hustle-bustle of the city and relax on this cruise down River Spree.
- Sightsee renowned attractions on the East side of the river like Berliner Dom, Fernsehturm, Nikolaiviertel, and many more.
- Enjoy this tour tracing parts of the border between the two sides on the Spree before the fall of the Berlin wall as you listen to the onboard commentary with the audioguides.
- Discover the significance of the wall and what life under Soviet occupation was like.
- Travel comfortably and take advantage of the large outdoor decks and vast viewing windows on the luxury ship.
Inclusions
- East-Side Spree tour cruise
- Live commentary in German and English
- Audio guides available in Spanish, French, Polish, Hebrew, Italian & Russian
Exclusions
- Hotel pick-up/drop-off
- Please note that the ships are not barrier-free.
- Live commentary in German and English
- Audio guides available in Spanish, French, Polish, Hebrew, Italian & Russian
- You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
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MONTSERRAT
Oct 2024Verified booking
We were 4 friends and we loved it. The tour information in our case in Spanish, great and everything super well organized. The fact of being able to eat or drink something while we make the trip makes it even more enjoyable. The treatment of the ship's staff was excellent and the facilities, even the toilet, everything was impeccable. We would repeat without any doubt.
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Julia
Oct 2024Verified booking
The loudspeakers in the outdoor area were not always understandable. We were discreetly ignored when ordering drinks.
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Wolschon
Sep 2024Verified booking
We were shown corners of Berlin that we would never have seen. The explanations were great, it was an experience and the organizer couldn't help that it was super hot.
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Theresa
May 2024Verified booking
- Completely overcrowded - many tables reserved in advance and therefore no tables and hardly any chairs available for other guests on the upper deck - Long waiting times for drinks
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Hsueh-Ling
May 2024Verified booking
2.5 hours cruise went south and north of the river. Saw many great buildings and famous spots. It was so beautiful and impressive.
Andrea
Apr 2024Verified booking
Online gebucht, hat alles geklappt. Service-Mitarbeiterin sehr engagiert und sehr nett. Flussfahrt war toll, Sehenswürdigkeiten "entspannt" entdeckt. Sehr empfehlenswert.
Normand
Sep 2024Verified booking
Get to know the city and its history in a different way. Several places to visit by land
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Nicole
Aug 2024Verified booking
Good organization, very friendly staff, good atmosphere on the boat and a great experience
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Mama
Aug 2024Verified booking
Everything was just nice and awesome, we really had a lot of fun 🥳🥳🥳😊
Kirstin
Aug 2024Verified booking
The ride and service were great!
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Michael
Aug 2024Verified booking
Good explanation of the individual objects, even bilingual.
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Waldemar
Jul 2024Verified booking
We were very late at the pier and the crew were waiting for us and were very friendly to us.
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Bernd
Jun 2024Verified booking
Highly recommended, you can see corners and gather impressions that would otherwise remain hidden...
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Ralf
May 2024Verified booking
Very interesting tour, good guide, nice service
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- Set sail on a gourmet dinner cruise, witnessing stunning sunset views of Berlin's vibrant districts from the Spree River.
- The vessel "The Flying Dutchman” sails without a roof in good weather, enhancing both the sightseeing adventure and your 3 or 4-course meal.
- The cruise offers a specially curated dinner with local delicacies, served alongside a Prosecco welcome drink and another beverage of your choice.
- Be captivated by Berlin's architectural marvels including the Berlin Cathedral, Reichstag, and Schloss Bellevue, all illuminated under the evening sky.
- This cruise offers an intimate experience with private window-side seating and a choice of 2 menu options – the Captial dinner and the Berlin dinner.
- Set sail on a gourmet dinner cruise, witnessing stunning sunset views of Berlin's vibrant districts from the Spree River.
- The vessel "The Flying Dutchman” sails without a roof in good weather, enhancing both the sightseeing adventure and your 3 or 4-course meal.
- The cruise offers a specially curated dinner with local delicacies, served alongside a Prosecco welcome drink and another beverage of your choice.
- Be captivated by Berlin's architectural marvels including the Berlin Cathedral, Reichstag, and Schloss Bellevue, all illuminated under the evening sky.
- This cruise offers an intimate experience with private window-side seating and a choice of 2 menu options – the Captial dinner and the Berlin dinner.
Inclusions
- 3-course dinner & a second drink (Berlin Dinner Cruise option)
- 4-course dinner & unlimited drinks (Capital Dinner Cruise option)
- Welcome Glass of Prosecco
- Caprivi Bridge
- Berlin-Mitte
- Charlottenburg
- Tip: Make sure to explore the Caprivi Bridge area in Charlottenburg, perfect for a post-cruise stroll.
- This experience is wheelchair and pram/stroller accessible.
- If you’re vegetarian, state your preferences at the next stage of booking. Get the full menu details here
- These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.
Combo (Save 8%): 24/48-Hour Hop-On Hop-Off Tour of Berlin + Guided City Cruise
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- Discover Berlin by land and water with this cost-effective combo that includes a 24/48-hour hop-on-hop-off tour and a 1-hour Spree River cruise.
- With the HOHO pass, explore iconic Berlin attractions like Checkpoint Charlie, Gendarmenmarkt, and Alexanderplatz at any of the 18 stops.
- Benefit from an audio guide in 13 languages during the bus tour, soaking in the history, architecture, and culture of Berlin, coupled with free WiFi.
- The cruise offers a unique perspective of Berlin's landmarks like the Reichstag, Victory Column, and Museum Island from the Spree River.
- Enjoy live commentary on board the cruise and learn about the city’s rich history with a multilingual audio guide.
- Discover Berlin by land and water with this cost-effective combo that includes a 24/48-hour hop-on-hop-off tour and a 1-hour Spree River cruise.
- With the HOHO pass, explore iconic Berlin attractions like Checkpoint Charlie, Gendarmenmarkt, and Alexanderplatz at any of the 18 stops.
- Benefit from an audio guide in 13 languages during the bus tour, soaking in the history, architecture, and culture of Berlin, coupled with free WiFi.
- The cruise offers a unique perspective of Berlin's landmarks like the Reichstag, Victory Column, and Museum Island from the Spree River.
- Enjoy live commentary on board the cruise and learn about the city’s rich history with a multilingual audio guide.
Inclusions
Berlin Hop-On Hop-Off
- 24/48-hour unlimited hop-on hop-off pass
- Audio guide in English, Spanish, French, German, Italian, Hebrew, Japanese, Chinese, Portuguese, Polish, Arabic & Turkish
- 3-month validity
Spree River cruise
- 1-hour River Spree cruise
- German commentary
- Audio guide in English, French, Spanish, Portuguese, Italian, Dutch, Russian, Polish, Swedish, Chinese, Hebrew & Finnish
- Boarding from Nikolaiviertel/Alte Börse/Friedrichstrasse
- English commentary (optional)
- First bus: 9:30am from stop #1 (Tauentzienstrasse)
- Last bus: 5pm from stop #1 (Tauentzienstrasse)
- Frequency: every 30 mins
- Popular stops: Gropiusbau, Checkpoint Charlie, Gendarmenmarkt & Alexanderplatz
Please click here for the detailed route map and boarding points.
Berlin Hop-On Hop-Off
- Tip: Try to sit on the top deck of the bus as it provides the best views and photo opportunities.
- This experience is wheelchair and pram/stroller accessible.
Spree River cruise
- Tip: Try to spot a variety of bird species that live along the Spree River.
- This experience is pram/stroller accessible.
- This experience is not accessible for wheelchair users.
- Guide dogs are welcome on the boats.
- Pets are allowed and larger dogs must be kept on a leash.
- You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
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Doreen
Dec 2024Verified booking
It worked out wonderfully. The ship was on time, warm and clean. The explanations were interesting. D.S. from Thuringia
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Silke
Nov 2024Verified booking
The staff was very friendly. Everything was clean. Everything worked great with the online booking. The explanations about the trip were also very good.
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Anja
Nov 2024Verified booking
Thanks to guide Christoph, the tour was very informative and entertaining. It was also pleasing that, despite the cold wind (in the sunshine), the deck was half open and you could therefore choose whether you wanted to sit outside or not. With another provider (at the same pier), you were immediately made to feel stupid when you asked. It's a shame that the tour in one direction only went as far as the lock, but that's all you can fit into one hour.
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Ivanka
Oct 2024Verified booking
It was a very good experience. I am impressed by the good and friendly mood of the staff. The tour guide explained the buildings we passed in detail and comprehensively.We will have many fond memories of our walk and if we have another way to Berlin, we may repeat it again.
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Antje
Oct 2024Verified booking
The relaxed atmosphere on the boat and the short, concise explanations of the most important sights with insider tips. 😃
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Silvia
Oct 2024Verified booking
We had booked online and had to wait in a huge queue to get a paper ticket!!! Very bad
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Eckart
Sep 2024Verified booking
The company was very flexible, we were able to start our booked trip (10 people) earlier. Explanations on the ship were good and sufficient.
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Anja
Sep 2024Verified booking
Great tour guide, explanations were in German and English, linguistically top, very informative and entertaining, even for me as a Berliner there was something new to learn. Electric boat, quiet, no smell and very comfortable seats. Perfect and absolutely recommendable
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Ngoc
Sep 2024Verified booking
Was very nice, but it was hard to find the location, because we hardly know which ship we were supposed to board. We also noticed that the prices differ online and on-site. Other than that, the atmosphere, sights and people were very accommodating and nice.
John
Sep 2024Verified booking
The tour itself was fine. It's a route shrouded in history. We booked for an 11:00 tour (which was also advertised on the dock) so were surprised when the boat didn't depart until 11:30, presumably as not enough people were on board for the 11:00 tour. The audio guides were good when they worked. We had to switch devices twice as they appeared not to have been properly/fully recharged. Overall a 5-6 out of 10.
Robert
Aug 2024Verified booking
Met our expectations exactly. We wanted to see some of the highlights of Berlin from the river on a tour that lasted 90 minutes or less. The boat was clean, the tour was interesting, and amenities were available. Ticketing was intuitive, easy and fast.
Mosaab
Aug 2024Verified booking
They didn't even ask us if we want to use the audio guide while boarding, we thought that we will have them after finalizing the boarding process, We spent the whole tour without any translation which wasn't what we expected.
Bernd
Aug 2024Verified booking
Very good organization. The ticketing worked great, the app is necessary and works well. Regular e-mail information informs you of the booked dates in good time. The Spree boat tour with convertible boat is a great experience in good weather and shows the most important highlights along the City-Spree. Only the stated 15 min waiting time, very punctual departure, QR ticket via app works perfectly. The boat guide was excellent and presented the background and sights almost like a stand-up comedian - very humorous in German and English. Entry to the TV tower was also very easy with the specified 15 min waiting time, of course great all-round view. Due to the proximity of the boat launch and TV tower, both can be combined perfectly, plan a maximum 30 min walk.
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Petra
Aug 2024Verified booking
Take a leisurely cruise along the Spree and see some great historical highlights - very beautiful and worth seeing. And all this in 1 hour...ideal if you don't have much time.
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Claudia
Aug 2024Verified booking
The captain always had a relaxed attitude. However, I would book the big round trip next time, as it was the same on the hour tour there and back. Otherwise everything was great.
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Mathias
Aug 2024Verified booking
Very pleasant boat trip with a very good guide who explained everything very well and also answered very individual questions. We would book again at any time!
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Marlies
Aug 2024Verified booking
Wonderful boat trip with live guide! Our boat trip with a live guide was simply fantastic! The whole experience was both relaxing and very informative. The guide was incredibly friendly, very knowledgeable and made the trip a real experience with lots of interesting stories and facts about the city. The views from the boat were perfect and it was wonderful to enjoy the city of Berlin from the water. The guide pointed out lots of little details that could easily be overlooked and conveyed the history and culture in a lively and exciting way. The boat itself was clean, the chairs were comfortable but unfortunately a little too close together. Overall, it was an all-round successful experience that I can highly recommend to anyone. If you are looking for a relaxing and educational activity, you should definitely not miss out on this boat trip!
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Karin
Aug 2024Verified booking
Unfortunately, the brochures were out of date and the stop information was not correct at all. It was really tedious, we were told that one stop was currently out of service, then we walked 20 minutes further back, only to stop at the "closed" stop in question. It wasn't that great.
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Anne
Aug 2024Verified booking
It was a great city tour on the Spree, with interesting, informative and funny commentary. I would do it again in a heartbeat!
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Jan
Aug 2024Verified booking
It was a very good trip you got a lot to say and you understood very well in German and English gladly again😃👍
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Axel
Aug 2024Verified booking
The tour departed on time, the explanations given were clear and easy to understand, not overloaded with information. The ship was not too full of tourists. Drinks on offer were sufficient and not too expensive. The weather was perfect! All in all, everything was very satisfactory.
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Pelzl
Aug 2024Verified booking
We were able to get on the bus at 2 pm without any problems as there were still places available. The tour guide explained everything well and the buildings were interesting
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Wilhelmina
Aug 2024Verified booking
Not to love: If you want to find your first place to hop on, the map isn't specific enough. We wandered around for half an hour. We didn't read anywhere about the twenty minute brake the bus driver was gonna do
Alexandra
Jul 2024Verified booking
We really liked that we were allowed to use the tickets on Sunday as well because many roads were closed on Saturday due to christofer street day.
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Ronald
Jul 2024Verified booking
Saw a lot in one hour with a good explanation It is very hot on the seating deck when the sun is shining A small suggestion: umbrellas before too much sunlight
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Why choose sightseeing boat cruises in Berlin?
Multiple boarding points
Berlin sightseeing cruises start from several boarding points situated near the banks of the Spree. Depending on whether your accommodation is near Alte Borse or Nikolaiviertel, you can choose accordingly. These boarding ports are easily accessible via metro and bus.
Your Berlin River sightseeing cruise options explained
West Side sightseeing boat tours
- The West side sightseeing boat tours start from around central Berlin and go towards the west side of the Berlin Harbor, crossing past landmarks like Bellevue Palace, Reichstag, the Victory Column, Tiergarten Park, and more.
- These sightseeing tours also include live commentary in German and multilingual audio guides in around 11 languages for a personalized and informative cruising experience.
Recommended boat tours:
- 1-hour city cruise from Berlin Mitte
- 2.5-hour city boat tour
East Side sightseeing boat tours
- These sightseeing cruises start from either the central or western part of the city and move towards the east side of the Berlin Harbor. On these boat tours, you can sail past landmarks like the Oberbaum Bridge, the East Side Gallery, the Berlin Wall Memorial, the Mercedes-Benz Arena, and more.
- These tours also include live commentary and multilingual audio guides.
Recommended boat tours:
- 2-hour evening sightseeing cruise with an audio guide
- 2.5-hour East side tour
Lake cruising tours
- The Seven Lakes cruises in Berlin take you through some of the most iconic lakes in the city like Kleiner Wannsee, Pohlesee, and Stolpchensee. On this cruise, you can witness landmarks such as the Babelsberg Castle, the Sacrow Church of the Savior, and others.
- The Mugglesee Lake cruise starts from the Treptow Harbor and takes you to the picturesque lake of the same name. You can explore nearby sites like Kopenick, Rubezahl, and Friedrichshafen. You can also hike up the Mugglesee Hill if you have time.
Recommended boat tours:
- 2-hour Seven Lakes tour
- 3-hour Spree cruise to Mugglesee Lake
Berlin cruises beyond River Spree
- If you have a few hours to spare, you can book cruises that go beyond River Spree. The Landwehrkanal cruise is around 4 hours long and passes through landmarks like Tiergarten, Charlottenburg Palace, Urbanhafen, and more.
- The Mugglesee Lake cruise is another option you can choose if you want to sail away from the city. Upon reaching the lake, you can explore nearby sites like Kopenick and Rubezahl or hike up the Mugglesee Hills.
Recommended boat tours:
- 3.25-hour River Spree and Landwehrkanal boat tour
- 3-hour Spree cruise to Mugglesee Lake
Find your best Berlin River cruise match here
Experience
Boarding Points
Timings
Book Tickets
1-hour city cruise from Berlin Mitte
Friedrichstraße, Nikolaiviertel, or Alte Borse
11 am to 5:15 pm
2.5-hour city-Loungefahrt mit dem Schiff in Berlin
Liegestelle Seminarschiff
Sat: 12:30 pm to 3 pm and summer: 4:30 pm to 7 pm
2.5-hour city boat tour – Through the center of Berlin to the West Harbor
Friedrichstrasse
10:30 am to 3 pm
2-hour eco-friendly cruise in a luxury solar catamaran
Jannowitzbrucke
1 April to 29 October: Wednesday to Sunday: 11 am & 1:30 pm
Under the Bridges: 3.25-hour River Spree & Landwehrkanal boat tour
Jannowitzbrucke
10:45 am and 2:20 pm
What to expect on a Berlin sightseeing boat tour?
Scenic views of the waterfront
The German capital is known for its sleek buildings and historic landmarks lined along the River Spree. On Berlin boat tours, you can enjoy gorgeous views of the city’s riverscape and admire the landmarks along the River Spree's banks. These cruises are ideal for history lovers, as you can observe the historic buildings from unique vantage points.
Live commentary by professionals and audio guides
One of the best perks of booking Berlin boat tours is that no matter which boat or route you choose, you can avail yourself of multilingual audio guides on board. These guides help you learn about the history and legends associated with a landmark. Some cruise ships also offer live commentary in both German and English.
Comfortable interiors and impeccable service
What makes Berlin boat tours a top choice among visitors is their variety of choices. You can choose between a convertible ship, a 2-story boat, or a luxury, solar-powered catamaran. All these boats have open, spacious decks and comfortable, heated indoor cabins. There are professional staff on board to aid you in case of emergencies and to ensure you have a premium cruising experience.
Top landmarks towards the west side of the Berlin Harbor
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Top landmarks towards the east side of the Berlin Harbor
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Berlin sightseeing cruise boarding points
Friedrichstraße
Nearest landmarks: Brandenburg Gate, Checkpoint Charlie, and Museum Island
Nearest metro station: Friedrichstraße
Boat tours: 1-hour city cruise from Berlin Mitte and 2.5-hour city boat tour – Through the center of Berlin to the West Harbor
Alte Borse
Nearest landmarks: Leipzig Market Square, St. Nicholas Church, and Leipzig University
Nearest metro station: Hackescher Markt
Boat tours: 1-hour city cruise from Berlin Mitte, 1-hour sightseeing cruise on the River Spree, and 2.5-hour East-side tour sightseeing cruise in East Berlin
Nikolaiviertel
Nearest landmarks: Berlin Cathedral, Alexanderplatz, and Berlin TV Tower
Nearest metro station: U Rotes Rathaus
Boat tours: 1-hour city cruise from Berlin Mitte
Liegestelle Seminarschiff
Nearest landmarks: Berlin Hauptbahnhof, German Chancellery, and Reichstag
Nearest metro station: U Turmstr
Boat tours: City-Loungefahrt mit dem Schiff and romantic moonlight cruise
Anlegestelle Wannsee
Nearest landmarks: Wannsee Haus, Pfaueninsel, and Glienicke Bridge
Nearest metro station: Berlin Wannsee station
Boat tours: 2-hour Seven Lakes tour
Treptow Harbor
Nearest landmarks: Treptower Park, Soviet War Memorial, and Spree River Promenade
Nearest metro station: U Schlessiches Tor
Boat tours: 3-hour Spree Cruise to Muggelsee Lake
Jannowitzbrucke
Nearest landmarks: East Side Gallery, Oberbaum Bridge, and Kreuzberg District
Nearest metro station: Jannowitzbrucke
Boat tours: 2-hr eco-friendly river cruise in a luxury solar catamaran and Under the Bridges: 3.25-hour River Spree & Landwehrkanal boat tour
Plan your Berlin River sightseeing cruise experience
Timings
Best time to go on a cruise
Getting there
Facilities
Visitor tips
- 1-hour city cruise from Mitte: 11 am to 5:15 pm
- Evening sightseeing cruise with audio guide: 10:30 am to 3 pm
- 2-hour Seven Lakes tour from Wannsee: 10:30 am to 2:30 pm
- 2.5-hour city boat tour- Through the center of Berlin to the West Harbor: 10:30 am to 3 pm
- 2-hour eco-friendly river cruise in a luxury solar catamaran: 1 April to 29 October: Wednesday to Sunday: 11 am & 1:30 pm
- Under the Bridges: 3.25-hour River Spree & Landwehrkanal boat tour: 10:45 am and 2:20 pm
- 2.5-hour East-side-tour sightseeing cruise in East Berlin: 2:45 pm to 5:15 pm
- 2.5-hour dinner cruise: 6:30 pm
Best time of the week: The Berlin sightseeing boat tours operate throughout the year and attract tourists from all over the globe. It is crowded on most days. If you want to go on a city sightseeing cruise near Mitte, avoid sailing over the week. Parking is limited near Mitte’s boarding port on weekdays. If you want to explore the museums in Museum Island or walk across the historic districts after your sightseeing cruise, avoid weekends, as most museums and quaint shops are closed on Sundays.
Best time of the year: April to May and September are the best months to cruise along the Spree. Around September, the schools re-open and fewer families book sightseeing boat tours. June and July are the hottest months of the year. While these months offer the clearest views of the city’s landmarks, it gets too hot to lounge on the open decks for a long time. If you do not mind the cold, you can visit the city between November and December, and explore its Christmas markets.
Friedrichstraße
- By bus: 147 and N6
- By metro: U6
- By tram: 12 and M1
- By train: FEX, RB14, RB21, and Flixtrain
Nikolaiviertel
- By train: S1, S7, and S9
- By metro: U3, U5, and U9
- By bus: U6
Wannsee
- By bus: 114, 118
- By train: IC2431, IC2432
Jannowitzbrucke
- By train: RB14 and RE7
- By metro: U-Bahn U8, S-Bahn S3, S5, S7, and S9
- By bus: 300, N8, N40, N60, and N65
- Open decks: The Berlin sightseeing cruise boats have ample space on their decks. You can lounge in these spaces, marvel at the landmarks, and soak in the sun.
- Heated cabins: After the sun sets, if it gets too cold for you to stand on the decks, or if you are visiting in the winter months, you can retire to the cabins. They are heated and cozy.
- Restrooms: There are accessible toilets on board for your convenience.
- First-aid kits: You can find life jackets, first-aid kits, and safety gear on sightseeing boats in case of any emergency.
- Dinner options: You can choose lavish meal options with glasses of prosecco and cocktails on Berlin sightseeing dinner cruises.
- Professional staff: There are experienced professionals on board to aid you in case of emergencies and to ensure that you have a hassle-free cruising experience.
- Check the ticket voucher: After confirming your payment, make sure to check your ticket details to ensure that your information is correct. Confirm the boarding point, duration, and timings of the boat tour. Keep this voucher handy, for you have to show it before embarking on your cruise.
- Arrive early: Reach your tour’s boarding point at least 15 to 20 minutes before the cruise begins to settle in comfortably.
- Bring sun protection: If you plan to lounge on the open decks for a long time, carry sunglasses, sunscreen, and an umbrella to protect yourself from the sun.
- Listen to audio guides: All sightseeing boat tours offer live commentary in German and English and include multilingual audio guides in around 5 to 12 languages. Make sure to listen to them to acquaint yourself with the history behind the landmarks.
- Book tickets online: It is best to reserve tickets online in advance since these sightseeing boat tours are in demand throughout the year. Online ticket bookings ensure that your seat is reserved and you can embark on your cruise, no matter the crowd on the day of your visit.
More boat tours in Berlin
Berlin city tour boats
What sets apart Berlin city tour boats is that they follow a distinct route. These tours typically start from the center of the city and go towards the West or the East side of the Berlin Harbor. You will pass by landmarks like the Berlin TV Tower, Nikolaiviertel, Berlin Cathedral, Museum District, Reichstag, and more. These tours also offer multilingual audio guides and live commentary on board.
Berlin dinner cruises
The Berlin dinner cruises are ideal for couples looking to spend some quality time sojourning along the River Spree. As their name suggests, these cruises include lavish dinners, prosecco glasses, and cocktails. The dinner cruises operate in the evening, after 6:30 pm.
Frequently asked questions about Berlin River sightseeing cruises
How do I book Berlin sightseeing cruises?
We recommend you book Berlin sightseeing cruises online to save time and money. With online ticket bookings, you can avoid standing in long lines and ensure that you get guaranteed access to your chosen boat tour, no matter the crowd on the day of your visit.
How much do Berlin sightseeing boat tours cost?
Berlin River cruises are available online starting from . The Lakes cruises, passing through Kleiner Wannsee, Glienicker Brucke, and Jungfernsee are around €22. The city boat tours starting from the center of the city and going towards either the east or west side of the Berlin Harbor are between €28.90 and €30. If you add dinner options and cocktails, they would cost around €69.
What is included in a Berlin sightseeing cruise?
All Berlin sightseeing boat tours include multilingual audio guides in around 5 to 12 languages, depending on which cruises you book. They also feature live commentary in German and English. You can also include gourmet meal options, cocktails, and glasses of prosecco, making for a fine dining experience along the River Spree.
What route do Berlin sightseeing boat tours take?
The Berlin sightseeing cruises have multiple boarding points along the Spree, The city tour boats that start from Friedrichstraße go towards the west side of the Berlin Harbor while the ones that start from Alte Borse sail towards the east side of the city. The Berlin Lake cruises start from Anlegestelle Wannsee and pass through some of the most iconic lakes in the city, like Kleiner Wannsee, Pohlesee, Stolpchensee, and Glienicker Brucke.
What can I see on a Berlin cruise along the Spree?
Many of the city’s iconic historic buildings are situated on the banks of the River Spree. On a sightseeing cruise, you can catch glimpses of the TV Tower, Berlin Cathedral, Museum Island, Treptower Park, Charlottenburg Palace, East Side Gallery, and more.
What kind of boats are available on Berlin Spree cruises?
Berlin sightseeing boat tours offer a number of choices. You can pick a convertible ship, a 2-story boat, or a luxury, solar-powered catamaran, an eco-friendly alternative.
From where will I get on my Berlin River cruise?
One of the best perks of booking Berlin sightseeing cruises is that they have multiple boarding points along the Spree. They depart from Alte Borse, Nikolaiviertel, Jannowitzbrucke, and several other ports. You can choose the one nearest to your accommodation or depending on the kind of streets and markets you want to explore nearby.
How long are Berlin River sightseeing cruises?
Most Berlin sightseeing cruises are 1 hour to 2 hours long. The cruises that go beyond Spree, towards Landwehrkanal, are around 3.5 to 4 hours. Dinner cruises, which include a lavish 3 or 4-course gourmet meal, lasts for around 3 hours.
What kind of food and drinks are offered on Berlin sightseeing boat tours?
Depending on the kind of tickets you choose, you can enjoy an elaborate 3 or 4-course authentic German dinner, with glasses of prosecco, and cocktails. If you book Berlin dinner cruises, make sure to try their Swabian potato salad and green jelly with vanilla toppings.
What is the best time to go on a Berlin sightseeing boat tour?
April to May and September are the best months to book a Berlin sightseeing boat tour. The weather is pleasant and there are clear skies, meaning you can enjoy unobstructed views of the landmarks along the River Spree.
What facilities are available on Berlin sightseeing boat tours?
You can choose between a convertible ship, a 2-story boat, and a luxury catamaran. All Berlin tour boats are equipped with modern state-of-the-art facilities, open decks, cozy lounges, accessible restrooms, and heated cabins. These cruises also feature live commentary in German and English and offer multilingual audio guides as well in over 5 to 12 languages.
What are some popular sightseeing boat tours in Berlin?
Whether you are a history nerd or want to relax in the lap of nature, there is something for every kind of traveler on Berlin boat tours. To learn more about the historic sites along the banks of the Spree, you can choose a city cruise from Friedrichstraße, Nikolaiviertel, or Alte Borse. The Seven Lakes boat tours, departing from Wannsee, and the Mugglesee Lake cruise from Jannowitzbrucke are ideal for visitors looking to get away from the city bustle.
What to bring on a Berlin River sightseeing cruise?
All Berlin sightseeing boats are equipped with state-of-the-art facilities and offer accessible restrooms, heated cabins, and gourmet dinner options on board. You only have to bring your booking confirmation voucher and a valid identification card to board your cruise.
Are Berlin sightseeing boat tours suitable for children?
Yes, all Berlin boat tours are suitable for families with infants and strollers. You can bring your prams and strollers on board.
Are there any accessibility considerations for Berlin sightseeing boat tours?
Most Berlin sightseeing cruises are accessible to visitors in wheelchairs. The open decks have seating areas and there are professional staff on board to help you board the cruise and settle in comfortably.