Sightseeing Cruises

Cologne City Rhine River Sightseeing Cruise

4.4/5(654)

Felix O

Couple

Verified booking

2 weeks ago

A very nice boat ride on the Rhine, but it's too expensive—20 euros per person for an hour. It was nice for once, but I wouldn't spend the money on it a second time.

Enjoy a relaxing Rhine River cruise, taking in picturesque views of Cologne’s skyline from the water.

Sail past historic landmarks like the iconic Cologne Cathedral and charming Old Town, and glide under the 5 Rhine bridges.

Learn about the city’s history and waterfront attractions from your German and English-speaking guide or the onboard commentary as you admire the striking modern Kranhäuser buildings and the famous Chocolate Museum.

Choose between a 1-hour panorama cruise for a quick scenic tour or a 1.5-hour skyline cruise for a more in-depth exploration of Cologne.

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1 hour panorama cruise (as per option selected)

1.5-hour skyline cruise (as per option selected)

German and English-speaking guide (as per option selected)

German and English onboard audio commentary (as per option selected)

Snacks and drinks (available for purchase on board)

TOTAL DURATION1 hour - 1 hour 30 minutes
MODE OF TRANSFERBoat
Timeline
Map
1 Boarding point
Konrad-Adenauer-Ufer
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Sights covered
Musical Dome

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

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What our guests say
Krause 7
Group
Verified booking
2 weeks ago
It was very sunny and hot today. Unfortunately, there weren't enough seats under the awning. Too bad! Other than that, it was a nice trip on the Willi Ostermann.
Felix O
Couple
Verified booking
2 weeks ago
A very nice boat ride on the Rhine, but it's too expensive—20 euros per person for an hour. It was nice for once, but I wouldn't spend the money on it a second time.
Daniel V
Family
Verified booking
2 weeks ago
Seeing the most important sights while learning about their history. The boat ride was very pleasant.
Elisabeth K
Couple
Verified booking
2 weeks ago
A really nice tour—informative, and I also got to meet a very nice lady from Wales. The 90 minutes just flew by.😎👋
Charles T
Couple
Verified booking
3 weeks ago
Sharifa, a staff member in Cologne, was the perfect, delightful finale to a wonderful weekend. She’s such a warm-hearted person.

What to bring

Make sure to carry a valid photo ID with you for verification.

It’s best to dress in comfortable clothing suited to the weather on the day of your cruise.

What’s not allowed

You won’t be able to bring your own food or drinks on board.

Accessibility

The experience is pram and stroller-friendly, so it’s easy for families with young children.

Guide dogs and pets are welcome on board, but there’s a small fee of €3.90 for dogs.

Additional information

You can buy snacks and drinks on board during the cruise if you’d like.