Berlin sightseeing boat tour on the Spree
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Berlin, Germany
1 hour (approx.)
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Overview
Experience Berlin from the water! Experience the center in a relaxed manner with us on the Spree. Glide past the most beautiful sights in Berlin in 60 minutes, listen and be amazed and learn a lot of new things. Whether Berlin Cathedral, Nikolaiviertel, TV tower, Museum Island or Reichstag - there is a lot to discover. Enjoying the magic of the metropolis from the water is a must for every visit to Berlin and a wonderful addition to a city tour on foot or a tour by bus.
What's Included
- 1 hour boat trip
- Snacks
Meeting Location
Meeting point
Burgstraße
10178 Berlin, Germany
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
Berliner Dom (Pass By)
The Berlin Cathedral (officially: Oberpfarr- und Domkirche zu Berlin) at the Lustgarten on the Museum Island is a Protestant church in the Berlin district of Mitte. Built in the years 1894-1905 according to designs by Julius Raschdorff in Neo-Renaissance and Neo-Baroque style, the monument is the largest Protestant church in Germany in terms of area and one of the most important dynastic burial sites in Europe
Humboldt Forum (Pass By)
The Humboldt Forum (proper spelling Humboldt Forum) in the Berlin Palace is a universal museum in the Mitte district of Berlin. In addition to the Ethnological Museum and the Museum of Asian Art of the Berlin State Museums, it is also home to the Berlin exhibition of the Berlin City Museum and the Humboldt Laboratory of the Humboldt University of Berlin. In addition, accompanying events, exhibitions and guided tours take place in the facility supported by the Humboldt Forum Foundation in the Berlin Palace.
Mühlendammschleuse (Pass By)
The Mühlendammschleuse in Berlin is located in the Mitte district east of Mühlendamm on the Fischerinsel. It lies in the course of the Spree, which is part of the Spree-Oder waterway here. In the early days, a fut v connected the towns of Berlin and Cölln, from which the city of Berlin later grew. This is where Berlin was founded. The lock was put into operation in 1942 and overcomes a drop of 1.51 meters
Nicholas Quarter (Pass By)
The Nikolaiviertel in Berlin's Mitte district is the oldest settlement area in the capital. Almost completely destroyed in World War II, it was rebuilt in 1980-1987 by architect Günter Stahn on behalf of the East Berlin magistrate on the occasion of the city's 750th anniversary. Around the reconstructed Nikolaikirche, an ensemble of historic town houses and correspondingly adapted prefabricated buildings was built on an almost medieval floor plan. The monument is now one of the sights of Berlin.
Berliner Fernsehturm (Pass By)
At 368 meters, the Berlin television tower is the tallest building in Germany and the fifth tallest television tower in Europe. The television tower is located in the park at the television tower in Berlin's Mitte district. When it was completed in 1969, it was the second highest television tower in the world and, with over a million visitors a year, is one of the ten most popular sights in Germany.
Museum Island (Pass By)
The Museum Island is a building ensemble consisting of five museums in the northern part of the Spreeinsel in the historic center of Berlin. It is one of the most important sights in the German capital and one of the most important museum complexes in Europe. Built between 1830 and 1930 on behalf of the Prussian kings according to plans by five architects, it was included in the UNESCO World Heritage List as a whole in 1999. The Museum Island consists of the Old Museum, the New Museum, the Old National Gallery, the Bode Museum and the Pergamon Museum. Since the reunification of Germany, it has been renovated and expanded as part of the Museum Island master plan. On July 12, 2019, the James Simon Gallery opened as a new visitor center. Also in the northern part of the Spreeinsel is the Berlin Cathedral at the Lustgarten, as well as the Humboldt Forum, which is used for museums and culture and was built in the form of the Berlin Palace by 2021.
Reichstag Building (Pass By)
The Reichstag building (in short: Reichstag; officially: plenary area Reichstag building; unofficially also Bundestag or Wallot-Bau) on the Republic Square in Berlin has been the seat of the German Bundestag since 1999. The building was erected between 1884 and 1894 in Neo-Renaissance style according to plans by the architect Paul Wallot in the Tiergarten district on the left bank of the Spree. It housed both the Reichstag of the German Empire and that of the Weimar Republic. Initially, the Federal Council of the Empire also met there. After severe damage from the Reichstag fire of 1933 and World War II, the building was restored in a modernized form in the 1960s. From 1995 to 1999, the Reichstag was fundamentally redesigned by Norman Foster for permanent use as a parliament building, which was decided in 1991. The German Bundestag meets here. A landmark in the cityscape is the accessible glass dome above the plenary hall based on an idea by Gottfried Böhm.
Berlin Central Station (Pass By)
Berlin Hauptbahnhof is the most important passenger station in Berlin and the largest tower station in Europe. With around 330,000 travelers and visitors every day, it is the fourth most frequented long-distance train station of Deutsche Bahn after Hamburg, Frankfurt (Main) and Munich. The crossing station with 14 platform tracks is a transfer point between long-distance and local passenger transport. Around 1300 trains stop here every day. There are other public transport connections in front of the station with the inner-city bus service (also metro and night buses) and the BVG tram (lines M5, M8 and M10). There is also a subway station of the same name (U5).
The striking building was designed by architect Meinhard von Gerkan. Together with the station, a new north-south railway line was put into operation on May 28, 2006 through the tunnel north-south long-distance railway, which realized a complete conversion and reorganization of rail passenger transport in Berlin through the so-called "mushroom concept".
Bundeskanzleramt der Bundesregierung (Pass By)
The Federal Chancellery is a supreme federal authority that supports the German Federal Chancellor in his duties. It has its headquarters or first office in the federal capital of Berlin and its second office in the federal city of Bonn. Wolfgang Schmidt (SPD) is head of the Federal Chancellery and Federal Minister for Special Tasks. The Chancellery currently employs around 600 people (as of 2019). Since 2001, a new building designed by Axel Schultes in Berlin's Spreebogen, separated from the Reichstag building by Platz der Republik, has served as the seat of the authorities. The building opens onto a central square opposite the Paul-Löbe-Haus, which is to be designed as a citizens' forum. It is part of the "Bund des Bunds" group of buildings at the Spreebogenpark. Employees of the Minister of State for Culture are also currently working in the building.
Haus der Kulturen der Welt (Pass By)
The House of World Cultures (HKW) is an exhibition space in Berlin for international contemporary art and a forum for current developments and discourses. It presents artistic productions from all over the world with a special focus on non-European cultures and societies.Since it was founded in March 1989, the House of World Cultures has been based in the former congress hall on the banks of the Spree in the Tiergarten and government district. As an icon of architectural modernism, the Congress Hall became a prominent symbol of the German-American alliance. In the vernacular of Berlin, the building is also known under the name "Pregnant Oyster" based on its shape.
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Toilet on board
Frequently Asked Questions
(7)Q: Will I get seasick on Berlin sightseeing boat tour on the Spree?
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.
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Activity code: C-419025P1
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Frequently Asked Questions (7)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Boat Tours customers.
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Will I get seasick on Berlin sightseeing boat tour on the Spree?
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If you have any doubts about becoming seasick on the water, we recommend taking a Dramamine® Motion Sickness Relief tablet the night before your trip. Some people recommend taking it the night before your cruise and then again that morning so you will not feel so drowsy.
Feb 2023
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What is the cancellation policy for the Berlin sightseeing boat tour on the Spree?
A:Apr 2025
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CEST).
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What's included in the price?
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Apr 2025
The following is included:
- 1 hour boat trip.
The following is NOT included:
- Snacks.
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What is the minimum age for this tour?
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There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure..
Apr 2025
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My date is not available in the calendar, I am just checking to see if it is available?
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If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025
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Is this an accessible tour?
A:Apr 2025
Accessibility information for the Berlin sightseeing boat tour on the Spree is as follows:
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Where is the meeting point for this activity?
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Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Berlin sightseeing boat tour on the Spree will be included in your confirmation email from City Boat Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024What's Included
- 1 hour boat trip
- Snacks
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Toilet on board
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