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1-Hour City Cruise from Berlin Mitte

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 cityscape of Berlin, viewed from the deck of the cruise.
Two sightseeing boats filled with passengers cruising on a river in Berlin Mitte
Boat with glass windows cruising on the river in Berlin Mitte

On this 1-hour city cruise, explore Berlin's history and enjoy the mix of old and new attractions as you sail along the river.

Highlights

  • Board this 1-hour Berlin cruise to see the city from the water, with interesting insights from an audio guide or commentary, depending on the boat.

  • The cruise departs from Friedrichstraße, Nikolaiviertel, or Alte Börse Hackescher Markt every 45 minutes from 11am onwards, with boarding points conveniently located.

  • Pass through the river to see the German Parliament Building, and the new Regierungsviertel, and look out for the House of World Cultures.

  • To make it more interesting, you can purchase a nice drink to quench your thirst while enjoying the city's popular attractions.

  • Did you know? In the 18th century, Prussian kings used luxuriously decorated barges to travel between their palaces along the River Spree.

Inclusions

  • 1-hour Berlin cruise

  • Commentary in English & German

  • Multilingual audio guide (available for select timeslots only)

Itinerary

Cancellation policy

You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

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Guests from United Kingdom, Spain, United States and over 36 countries have loved this experience
Silke Ulbricht

Silke

5/5

Nov, 2024

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 Eigen

Anja

5/5

Nov, 2024

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 Salieva

Ivanka

4/5

Oct, 2024

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 Müller

Antje

5/5

Oct, 2024

The relaxed atmosphere on the boat and the short, concise explanations of the most important sights with insider tips. 😃
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Silvia Birgit Romeikat

Silvia

4/5

Oct, 2024

We had booked online and had to wait in a huge queue to get a paper ticket!!! Very bad
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A relaxing cruise through Berlin

Enjoy Berlin’s best sightseeing cruise that showcases the best sights in and around the city from your ship on the River Spree. Discover the many attractions that line the river and get a different perspective on them from your aquatic vantage point. Whether you’re short on time in Berlin but still want to explore the city or just want to fully immerse yourself in your surroundings, look no further than this historical city cruise. With audio guides or audio commentary available in specific boats, plan to opt for it to learn more about the landmarks. Feel the heartbeat of this vibrant city as you view the city from the vantage of the river Spree. To enhance your experience, get a refreshing drink on the cruise for an additional cost and enjoy endless views sipping on it.

Sights to see

The cruise will take you past the Reichstag – which houses Germany’s lower house of parliament – and through the bustling Government District. The House of World Cultures will come into view – an art and cultural venue of international repute. After passing under the Luther Bridge with a view of the Bellevue Palace – the official residence of the President of Germany – you’ll see the Victory Column. This ornate gold monument stands for Germany’s victory over Denmark after 1864.

Itinerary

  • Reichstag

  • Government District

  • House of World Cultures

  • Bellevue Palace

  • Victory Column

  • Berlin Cathedral

  • Museum Island and Humboldt Forum

  • Nikolaiviertel

What to bring

  • Don’t forget your trusty earphones for an immersive audio guide experience.

Accessibility

  • This experience is not accessible by wheelchair.

  • This experience is pram/stroller accessible.

  • Your guide dogs are welcome at the venue.

Additional information

  • Pets are allowed. Larger dogs must be kept on a leash.

  • Food can be purchased on board.

  • Information for the audio guide can be found on your booking voucher. Audio guides are available for specific tour times.

  • Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.

  • Display the voucher on your mobile phone at the boarding point.

  • Please arrive at the meeting point 15 minutes before the scheduled tour time to avoid any delays.

Boarding point

  • Please check your final voucher for the boarding point details and specific instructions.

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