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Berlin River Cruise on the Spree

Berlin looks completely different from the water. As the city passes by, you can sit back, relax and enjoy views of famous landmarks, historic buildings and modern architecture.
Our 1-hour Berlin boat tour takes you right through the heart of the city. Along the way, our live guides provide commentary in English and German, sharing fascinating stories about the sights along the Spree and offering insights into Berlin's history.

These are the sights you'll see along the way:

  1. Start

    Berlin Cathedral

    This is where our Spree river cruise begins.

  2. Nikolaiviertel and Humboldt Forum

    Cruise past Berlin's historic Nikolaiviertel and the reconstructed Berlin Palace.

  3. Mühlendamm Lock

    Our boat turns around near the lock.

  4. Museum Island

    Enjoy views of the historic museum buildings lining the banks of the Spree.

  5. Weidendamm Bridge and Friedrichstraße

    Continue through central Berlin, passing Friedrichstraße railway station.

  6. ARD Capital Studio and Reichstag

    Enter Berlin's government district and see the famous Reichstag building.

  7. Federal Press Conference Centre and Berlin Central Station

    Cruise past the Federal Press Conference Centre and Berlin's main railway station.

  8. Moltke Bridge and Federal Chancellery

    Discover the striking modern architecture of Berlin's government district.

  9. House of World Cultures

    See this distinctive building with its curved roof, located near Tiergarten.

  10. Finish

    Berlin Cathedral

    Our Berlin river cruise ends back at the pier opposite Berlin Cathedral.

Discover Berlin from the Water

A Berlin river cruise is a relaxing way to explore the city. Glide beneath historic bridges, admire the buildings along the Spree up close and discover parts of Berlin you might easily miss on foot. The government district is particularly impressive from the water, offering unobstructed views of its modern architecture.
Throughout your Berlin sightseeing boat tour, our live guides provide commentary in both English and German. They share stories about Berlin's history, its people and the buildings along the river. Instead of a pre-recorded audio guide, you'll enjoy personal live commentary filled with interesting facts and entertaining anecdotes.

Your Berlin Boat Tour – What to Expect

Our Spree boat tour in Berlin lasts approximately 60 minutes. The round trip starts and ends at our pier opposite Berlin Cathedral, just a short walk from Hackescher Markt or Alexanderplatz.
Your Berlin city boat tour takes place aboard one of our two panoramic sightseeing boats: the MS Carola or the electrically powered MS Franziska. Both boats feature large panoramic windows, comfortable seating and retractable roofs that can be opened or closed depending on the weather.
You can find the latest departure times on our Schedule & Departure Times page. Tickets can be booked online in advance or purchased directly at the pier, subject to availability.

Discover Berlin from the water!

See Berlin from the water and book your place now. Enjoy a one-hour boat tour on the Spree with live commentary in German and English, departing directly opposite Berlin Cathedral, just a few minutes’ walk from Hackescher Markt and Alexanderplatz. Book your tickets online now – availability is limited.