Sightseeing Cruises

Berlin Spree River West Harbour or East-Side Sightseeing Cruise

4.3/5(483)

Claudia U

Solo

Verified booking

3 weeks ago

It was truly wonderful! No engine noise, no smell of diesel — just gliding silently on the Spree and seeing a part of Berlin from the river! Plus, there was an audio guide for each participant, so the tour wasn't guided via loudspeaker, and a very friendly and communicative crew... everything was a real experience, and in the best weather too! Highly recommended! Claudia

Dieter S

Couple

Verified booking

Last week

Recommended tour Good and interesting commentary from the audio guide Very friendly and accommodating staff For example, they provided seat cushions and blankets because, although the morning was sunny, it was quite chilly

Lina V

Couple

Verified booking

Aug 2026

A smooth glide across the water, without any distracting engine noise or loud announcements (optional audio guide) Wonderful spots to relax on the bow Super friendly staff and delicious drinks

Tatiana L

Couple

Verified booking

Aug 2026

A lovely cruise through the western part of the city on a boat that doesn’t smell like diesel or make any noise—it glides along as smoothly as silk. The crew was very friendly and pleasant, and the drinks were reasonably priced. A 10 out of 10 for the crew. The only problem is that no one offered us the audio guide, so we didn’t understand a thing—even though it said the tour offered audio guides in 12 languages.

Christina N

Group

Verified booking

Jul 2026

A beautiful route that takes you to all the sights. Plus: you get to see Berlin from a different perspective. For example, Charlottenburg and Wedding. The atmosphere on the boat was pleasant, and the crew was super nice and accommodating.

Michael B

Group

Verified booking

Jul 2026

Friendly staff, reasonable prices, and good explanations of the sights. Even as a Berliner, I learned a lot. It was fun.

Set off on a 2.5-hour sightseeing cruise along Berlin’s Spree River with an audio guide available in multiple languages.

Glide past Berlin’s iconic landmarks, including the government district, Museum Island, and Berlin Cathedral, and see the city from a new angle as you cruise under historic bridges and along scenic riverbanks.

Choose from three routes, City Centre & West Harbour, East-Side Tour, or an eco-friendly solar catamaran covering Centre & East, based on your preference.

Enjoy onboard comforts, including a welcome drink and commentary (depending on the selected option), as you relax on Berlin’s most defining landscape.

2.5-hour Spree river cruise

Audio guide in multiple languages

Sights of East Berlin, both old and new (based on option selected)

Catamaran cruise (based on option selected)

Audio commentary in German and English (based on option selected)

Welcome drink (based on option selected)

Meals and drinks (available for purchase on board)

Own food and drink not permitted on board

Live guide

TOTAL DURATION2 hours 30 minutes
MODE OF TRANSFERCruise Ship
Timeline
Map
1 Boarding point
Stern and Kreisschiffahrt at Friedrichstrasse 140
Get direction
Sights covered
Berlin Cathedral
Museum Island
Bellevue Palace
German Chancellery
Berlin Hauptbahnhof (Berlin Central Station)
Charlottenburg Palace
TOTAL DURATION2 hours 30 minutes
MODE OF TRANSFERCruise Ship
Timeline
Map
1 Boarding point
Hafen SolarWaterWorld
Get direction
Sights covered
Reichstag
East Side Gallery
Museum Island
German Chancellery
Oberbaum Bridge
Mühlendamm

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

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What our guests say
Claudia U
Solo
Verified booking
3 weeks ago
It was truly wonderful! No engine noise, no smell of diesel — just gliding silently on the Spree and seeing a part of Berlin from the river! Plus, there was an audio guide for each participant, so the tour wasn't guided via loudspeaker, and a very friendly and communicative crew... everything was a real experience, and in the best weather too! Highly recommended! Claudia
Dieter S
Couple
Verified booking
Last week
Recommended tour Good and interesting commentary from the audio guide Very friendly and accommodating staff For example, they provided seat cushions and blankets because, although the morning was sunny, it was quite chilly
Marco D
Couple
Verified booking
Last week
Very nice boat trip with good explanations during the tour. However, multilingual options would be interesting for international guests in the future.
Andreas M
Group
Verified booking
3 weeks ago
Very nice, friendly, and attentive service. The food was fresh and delicious. The 2 1/2-hour trip is highly recommended. 1 hour is too short.
Karlheinz J
Group
Verified booking
Last week
The first hour was very good, but the second hour was then just more of the same. A one-hour ride would have been completely sufficient. The service/staff on board was very good.

Spree River East-Side Tour

The Spree River winds through central Berlin, offering views of historic landmarks and modern architecture along its vibrant eastern banks.

Features

Government District: Glide past the seat of German politics, including the Reichstag, and see modern government buildings that reflect Berlin’s reunification.

Museum Island: Admire this UNESCO World Heritage Site, home to world-renowned museums and Berlin Cathedral, all visible from the water.

Berlin Cathedral: Spot the city’s largest church, a striking example of late 19th-century architecture, with its iconic dome rising above the skyline.

East Side Gallery: View the longest remaining stretch of the Berlin Wall, now an open-air gallery covered in politically charged murals.

Bellevue Palace: Catch a glimpse of the official residence of Germany’s president, set within a scenic riverside park.

What to bring

Bring your online tickets and exchange them for boarding tickets at the pier before boarding.

Dress appropriately for the weather, as parts of the boat may be open-air.

What’s not allowed

Your own food and drink is not permitted on board.

Large bags, umbrellas, suitcases, and oversized luggage are not allowed.

Pets are not permitted, except for registered service animals.

Accessibility

This experience may not be fully wheelchair accessible. Please check in advance if you have specific accessibility needs.

Additional information

The tour route is subject to change.

Boarding at the harbour begins approximately 15 minutes before departure. Late arrivals will not be granted refunds.

Window seats cannot be guaranteed. Arrive early if you have a preferred seat.

Audio guides are available in multiple languages.

Meals and drinks are available for purchase on board.

Meeting points may vary depending on the option booked. Please check your voucher for details.

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Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the starting point.

Please check your final voucher for the starting point details & specific instructions.