Sightseeing boat tour on the Spree

Name: Sightseeing boat tour on the Spree
Start: 2026-04-06T14:45:00.000+03:00
End: 2026-04-06T16:45:00.000+03:00
Location: Berlin

Explore Berlin from the water on a Spree River cruise that follows sections of the former border in what was once East Berlin. Pass the famous East Side Gallery, historic bridges, and modern landmarks while discovering how the city has evolved since reunification.

Details

More than three decades after the fall of the Berlin Wall, the BWSG invites visitors on a boat tour along the Spree that traces parts of the former border in what is now East Berlin. From the water, you can observe how the city’s landscape has changed over the years, particularly in the old and new centers of Berlin.

The EAST-SIDE-TOUR focuses on the area surrounding the well-known East Side Gallery—a 1.3-kilometer stretch of the original Berlin Wall. Today, this concrete remnant stands as an open-air gallery, where the post-reunification murals are currently being carefully restored. The gallery also inspired the name of this tour.

Along the route, the cruise passes several notable landmarks, including the Oberbaumbrücke, the redesigned Osthafen, and the striking sculpture Molecule Men. The journey also includes passage through the Mühlendammschleuse, located near the historic area often considered the early cradle of Berlin’s urban development.

To conclude, the tour continues through the parliament and government district, offering views of the Reichstag building and the Federal Chancellery. This Spree River city cruise provides a distinctive perspective on Berlin’s history and its ongoing transformation.

Online Booking

What is not included

Food and drinks

Onboard bar with food and drinks (own expense)

Departure: Anlegestelle Alte Börse / BWSG Berliner Wassersport und Service GmbH, Burgstraße 27, 10178 Berlin, Germany

On map

Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes

Group size up to 55 persons

Children allowed

English

Mobile ticket

Full refund for cancellations up to 24 hours

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance to receive a full refund

River cruise ship

Change time

Open deck

A bar

Professional guide

Restroom

Itinerary

Berliner Dom

Humboldt Forum

Mühlendammschleuse

East Side Gallery

Oberbaumbrucke

Molecule Men Sculpture

Nikolaiviertel

Berliner Fernsehturm

Museum Island

Schiffbauerdamm

Reichstag Building

Kronprinzenbruecke

Humboldthafen Berlin

Bundeskanzleramt

Haus der Kulturen der Welt

Palace of Tears

Weidendammer Brucke

Bode-Museum

Meeting point

Near S-Bf Hackescher Markt, walk to the Spree, direction Museumsinsel, the landing stage is directly in front of the Friedrichsbrücke.

Places you will see

• Berliner Dom
• Humboldt Forum
• Mühlendammschleuse
• East Side Gallery
• Oberbaumbrücke
• Molecule Men Sculpture
• Nikolaiviertel
• Berliner Fernsehturm
• Museum Island
• Schiffbauerdamm
• Reichstag Building
• Kronprinzenbrücke
• Humboldthafen Berlin
• Bundeskanzleramt
• Haus der Kulturen der Welt
• Palace of Tears
• Weidendammer Brücke
• Bode-Museum

Reviews by travellers

4.7 out of 5

1408 reviews

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Fernando H.

Nice relaxing way to spend an afternoon. Only downside was no food allowed to be taken onboard, but none available as all sold out.

7 days ago

Marvin G.

Great tour with really interesting tour guide explanations. Absolutely recommendable for a chilled sightseeingtour tour of Berlin‘s famous and unknown buildings and history.

10 days ago

Margaret W.

It was an excellent trip, very informative and relaxing. The staff were friendly and it was really enjoyable.

13 days ago

Constance O.

We learned a lot about Berlin's beautiful and interesting architecture and history. Great experience.

19 days ago

Laura M.

Try to book the day it does not rain because it was much different between upper and lower deck. Staff were friendly.

19 days ago

Anna W.

It was a very informative cruise the staff was very efficient. We saw Berlin from the water & it gives a different perspective that you won't see if you don't go on the water .

21 days ago

Donald G.

Excellent in comprehensive tour. I highly recommend the 2 1/2 hour tour as one can see much more of Berlin. The views from the top deck are much better than inside the boat. Unfortunately, it’s a little more difficult to hear on the top deck.

21 days ago

Stacy C.

This was an interesting trip along the Spree with commentary in German & English. The weather kept us inside but the views were still good and there was a beverage service on board.

28 days ago

Linda B.

This was a relaxing cruise along the river, I'm not sure it went very much further than the other cruises as we seem to be going about half the speed of the other boats. But this did make for a relaxing trip and we were able to enjoy a small beer and a cup of coffee.

about 1 month ago

Shirley D.

On a clear day it’s a lovely ride. There is a lot to learn about Berlin and its history. The buildings, sculpture and impromptu graffiti and the end of the wall were all explained.

about 1 month ago

You will discover

Berlin Cathedral