Sightseeing Cruises

Combo: Chocolate Museum Cologne Entry Tickets + 1-Hour Cologne Panorama Cruise with Audio Guide

4.3/5(549)

Jose H

Group

Verified booking

Last week

I really liked the ship! The "Rhein Galaxie" offered plenty of comfort and lots of space during the trip. There were delicious drinks at reasonable prices. One small tip: definitely check the departure location, as ours was changed at the last minute and we had to walk another 150 meters. If we hadn't arrived early or didn't speak German, the boat would have left without us. Please fix this!

Hugues H

Solo

Verified booking

3 weeks ago

On a sunny day in Cologne, what best is to let your dreams escape with a beautiful one hour cruise on the Rhine River! The trip is smooth, the boat is comfortable with an open top deck allowing to relax with a local fresh draft beer looking at that interesting landscape. You are never lost from the old city centre since its magestic cathedrale always shows its ears from far away :) What a great cruise! Thanks HeadOut for that head-up!!!

Nancy L

Couple

Verified booking

Sep 2026

Although the Cologne skyline is not the most exciting, this boat trip was absolutely lovely. The ship itself was spotless and travelled smoothly along the river. My only complaint was that people were smoking out on the deck which definitely impacted my enjoyment. I would recommend this cruise if you are interested in doing something like that while you are visiting the city.

Sofia A

Couple

Verified booking

3 weeks ago

Good boat and organization. The drinks we ordered on board took a very long time to arrive; they brought them almost at the very end, but otherwise it was fine. There is almost nothing to see from the boat in Cologne, but since the weather was good, the cruise was great.

Julie P

Solo

Verified booking

Sep 2026

I did enjoy the cruise as a whole. The stewards/stewardesses were very courteous and friendly. My cruise was spoilt a litte because there were a large group of 14-15 year old teenagers and they were very loud , entertained themselves by doing handstands, and shifting furniture in front of myself and other guests, which marred my overall enjoyment.

Miriam K

Solo

Verified booking

Aug 2026

The panoramic cruise is highly recommended. You can admire numerous sights from the water and get very detailed explanations of everything. The service, both at the information desk beforehand and on the boat, was excellent.

Savor sweet treats at the Chocolate Museum and relax on a Rhine cruise with an audio guide—no need to stress about juggling two tickets.

Just a 5-minute drive connects the museum and the cruise, making it easy to do both in one day.

Most people pair them in one day, but you can spread out the fun and pick different dates for the experiences.

Chocolate Museum Cologne

Entry to Chocolate Museum Cologne

Panorama Cruise

1-hour panorama cruise

Audio guide in English & German (on smartphone)

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
Hugues H
Solo
Verified booking
3 weeks ago
On a sunny day in Cologne, what best is to let your dreams escape with a beautiful one hour cruise on the Rhine River! The trip is smooth, the boat is comfortable with an open top deck allowing to relax with a local fresh draft beer looking at that interesting landscape. You are never lost from the old city centre since its magestic cathedrale always shows its ears from far away :) What a great cruise! Thanks HeadOut for that head-up!!!
Jose H
Group
Verified booking
Last week
I really liked the ship! The "Rhein Galaxie" offered plenty of comfort and lots of space during the trip. There were delicious drinks at reasonable prices. One small tip: definitely check the departure location, as ours was changed at the last minute and we had to walk another 150 meters. If we hadn't arrived early or didn't speak German, the boat would have left without us. Please fix this!
Sofia A
Couple
Verified booking
3 weeks ago
Good boat and organization. The drinks we ordered on board took a very long time to arrive; they brought them almost at the very end, but otherwise it was fine. There is almost nothing to see from the boat in Cologne, but since the weather was good, the cruise was great.
Jeff V
Couple
Verified booking
5 days ago
was a very pleasant thing to do on a rainy day in Cologne . drinks were reasonably priced and the audio comentry was really good . nice!
Ruth M
Family
Verified booking
5 days ago
It was easy to find, thanks to the location link. The queue was orderly and boat left on time. The interior was the first disappointment as it was arranged like a restaurant and the seating arrangement lent itself to eating not sightseeing. The toilet was clean. The audio was ok but very brief. Apart from the 8 bridges, the Roman founding of the city in 1AD, and recent redevelopment of brutalist architecture, there was not much to see.

Chocolate Museum Cologne

The Chocolate Museum in Cologne takes you through 5,000 years of chocolate history, from ancient Mayan cacao rituals to modern production. See real cocoa trees in the tropical greenhouse, watch robots craft pralines in the factory, and dip wafers into the famous Lindt chocolate fountain. Interactive exhibits let you design your own chocolate bar while vintage ads and packaging showcase its evolution. Enjoy live demonstrations and endless tasting opportunities, featuring dark and milk chocolate samples to freshly made truffles.

Panorama Cruise

Set sail on a scenic 1-hour Rhine cruise and see Cologne from a fresh perspective! Drift past the charming Old Town, where cobbled lanes wind between timber-framed houses with steep gabled roofs. Marvel at the breathtaking Cologne Cathedral, adorned with intricate Gothic details. Spot the Lindt Chocolate Museum, a striking glass-walled building reflecting sunlight over the river, and the Olympic Museum, a sleek modern structure. With an audio guide on your phone and drinks available onboard, sit back, relax, and soak in the views.

What’s not allowed

Chocolate Museum Cologne

Due to venue restrictions, pets cannot tag along for this experience.

Accessibility

Chocolate Museum Cologne

This experience is wheelchair and pram/stroller accessible.

One companion per disabled visitor (with a valid companion ID) can enter for free.

Panorama Cruise

This experience is pram/stroller accessible.

Your guide dogs and pets are welcome to this experience.

Additional information

Chocolate Museum Cologne

Note that chocolate production ends 30 minutes before closing, so plan your visit accordingly to catch live demonstrations.

Children up to 11 years must be accompanied by an adult.

Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.

Please display the same at each ticket redemption point along with a valid photo ID.

Ticket redemption points

Chocolate Museum Cologne

Show your ticket at Schokoladenmuseum Köln.

Address: Am Schokoladenmuseum 1A, 50678 Köln, Germany.

Get directions to the redemption point

Panorama Cruise

Board your cruise at KKD/DSC Ticket Office Köln.

Address: KD & DSC Verkaufstelle, Trankgasse, 50667 Köln, Germany.

Get directions to the boarding point