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1.5-Hour Cologne Skyline Cruise

Cologne Skyline Tourist Boat
Views of Cologne from a Rhein river cruise
Views of Cologne from a Rhein river cruise
Cologne skyline views from a Rhein river cruise

Immerse yourself in Cologne's rich history onboard a relaxing 1.5-hour Rhine River Cruise, offering stunning views and live commentary.

Highlights

  • Experience Cologne's skyline on this 1.5-hour cruise, offering views of landmarks like the Cologne Cathedral and Old Town.

  • With live commentary from an English and German-speaking guide, witness the old-world charm of the Rheinauhafen harbor to the modern crane houses.

  • Glide under 5 historical Rhine bridges, viewing the old Deutz exhibition halls and the concert venue of Poller Wiesen.

  • Did you know? The Cologne Cathedral houses the world's largest swinging church bell.

Inclusions

  • 1.5-hour skyline cruise

  • German and English-speaking guide

Cancellation policy

You can cancel these tickets up to 48 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

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Colette Thompson

Colette

5/5

Oct, 2024

We had a wonderful trip on the river. The view of the city was great. The information in the commentary was in German and English and was very interesting.
Ewa Maria Dorn

Ewa

4/5

Oct, 2024

Cologne is one of my favorite cities and seen from the water is especially beautiful The atmosphere on the boat was nice and the stories were also very interesting. What else can I write? Just get on board and enjoy
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Jan Wilhelm Rohland

Jan

4/5

Oct, 2024

First of all, booking the trip was very easy. The explanations about the trip with the sights were very easy to follow and the service on board was very good.
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Allison Pangallo

Allison

5/5

Oct, 2024

Great tour! Our group had a wonderful time cruising the Rhine and taking in the sights while listening to the history of the areas we were passing. We appreciated how attentive our waitress was and how friendly and accommodating the crew was. I highly recommend!
Burcu Yoldasoglu

Burcu

5/5

Sep, 2024

The weather was great, the audio explanations in German and English about the sights were interesting and the duration of the trip was reasonable.
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Unwind and Explore: Cologne’s Skyline Cruise Adventure

Embark on a refreshingly languid 1.5-hour voyage on the Rhine River, offering splendid views of Cologne's historic and modern attractions. The cruise sets sail from the central Konrad-Adenauer-Ufer, within striking distance from the Cologne Central Station and the Musical Dome. Soak in the grandeur of the Cologne Cathedral and the quaint charm of the Old Town, a stark contrast to the avant-garde architecture of the Rheinauhafen harbor area, with the striking "crane houses". Did you know these crane houses represent a fusion of Cologne's industrial legacy and its progressive future?

The Intriguing Past of Cologne

Navigate smoothly under the architectural marvels of the five Rhine bridges, you will gain insights about their unique designs and history from a German and English-speaking guide. The journey becomes more captivating as we pass by the Poller Wiesen, a much-loved green space that doubles as a concert venue. Sights of the old Deutz exhibition halls, now home to the renowned RTL television station, and the lush Rhine Park provide a glimpse into Cologne's vibrant cultural scene.

Itinerary

  • Konrad-Adenauer-Ufer

  • Cologne Cathedral and Old Town

  • Rheinauhafen harbor

  • Poller Wiesen and Deutz Exhibition Halls

  • Rhine Park

  • Rhine Bridges

Accessibility

  • Pets and guide dogs are allowed on this experience.

  • Facilities: Pram/Stroller Accessibility.

  • Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.

  • Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the boarding point. Students must show a valid student ID.

  • Please arrive at the boarding point 15 minutes before the scheduled time of your visit to avoid any delays.

Boarding Point

  • Board your cruise at Cologne Tourist Personenschiffahrt am Dom GmbH.

  • Address: Konrad-Adenauer-Ufer, 50668 Köln, Germany.

  • Landmark: Opposite to the Musical Dome and Goldgasse.

Get Directions to the Boarding Point

Getting There

By Bus

  • The closest bus stop is Breslauer Platz/Hauptbahnhof. It is a quick 5-minute walk to the boarding point.

  • Board buses #124, #132, #133, or more to get you there.

By Tram

  • The closest tram stop is Breslauer Platz/Hauptbahnhof. It is a quick 5-minute walk to the boarding point.

  • Board trams #4, #16, or #18 to get you there.

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