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Cologne: Panoramic City Cruise

4.2  / 5
2823 reviews
Activity provider:KD Koeln-Duesseldorfer Rheinschiffahrt
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Cologne: Panoramic City Cruise

Activity provider:KD Koeln-Duesseldorfer Rheinschiffahrt
4.2  / 5
2823 reviews
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From US$ 15.85 per person

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Discover the city of Cologne during a boat cruise along the Rhine. See the sights on a panoramic tour along the water. Check out the Cologne Cathedral and more.

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Duration 1 hour
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Wheelchair accessible

Experience

Highlights
  • Experience a panoramic cruise on the Rhine River past the cathedral and Old Town
  • Glide over the Rhine on a boat that is maintained to high safety standards
  • Take in top city sights from the water like the massive Cologne Cathedral
  • Capture pictures of stunning bridges from the water like the South Bridge
  • Relax as you float down the river with a drink from the boat's onboard bar
Full description

Journey through the charming city of Cologne and discover its sightseeing highlights from the water. Grab some snacks and drinks from the onboard bar (at your own expense), and relax as you look out at Cologne’s historic landmarks and bridges.

Get to know Cologne's Old Town, characterized by its beautiful churches and historic buildings. You'll also spot impressive modern buildings here and there, such as the Lindt chocolate museum. 

Take in views of bridges from the water like the Hohenzollern, Deutz Bridge, and the South Bridge. Pass by the the German Sports and Olympic Museum and cruise through the ultra-modern Rheinauhafen urban regeneration project. 

Admire the beautiful Cologne Cathedral and snap some photos from afar to capture the structure in all its glory.

Includes
  • Boat cruise
  • Audio commentary via loudspeaker in German and English
  • Food and drink
  • Tickets for dogs (3.90 EUR to be paid at the ticket office)

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Look for the chalkboards located at landing stages 3 and 7. Here you will find out where your ship will be departing from. Alternatively, you will find the KD Ticket office right under the Hohenzollern Bridge (Hohenzollernbrücke), located between landing stages 7 and 8. Look for a white ticket container and the red and blue KD logo. At the KD Ticket Office, you will be informed which ship you will be boarding. Proceed to board the ship and present your QR-Code ticket as you enter the ship. Be aware that the ship you will be boarding can be located a 15-30minute walk away. (max distance from ticket office is 900m) If you know where your ship will be departing from, you can proceed to board the ship and present your GetYourGuide QR-code ticket as you enter the ship. Please make sure you have downloaded your ticket (QR-Code) from the GetYour Guide App or have access to your ticket (QR-Code) which was sent to you via Email by Get Your Guide!

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Not allowed

  • Food and drinks in the vehicle

Know before you go

  • Infants up to 3 years old can enjoy the cruise for free
  • Tide levels can affect accessibility for wheelchair users
  • Dogs are allowed, but an additional ticket must be purchased at the ticket office
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From US$ 15.85 per person

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Overall rating

4.2 /5

based on 2823 reviews

Review summary

  • Transportation
    4.4/5
  • Value for money
    4.1/5
  • Service
    4.2/5
  • Organization
    4.3/5

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Excellent experience for my 1hr trip down the Rhine. The booth and departure boat was just underneath The Hohenzollern Bridge and a kind Gentleman in the KD kiosk told me to wait in the queue, 10 mins before departure. The boat took off on time and took all us down towards the old city of Cologne and it was so smooth as well. Quite a lot of boat traffic on the Rhine as well.. There is a menu guide on board where hot/cold food and drinks can be ordered as you sit on your restaurant style table, I had a lovely cup of tea and it was so relaxing. I recommend this journey or even a longer trip..

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September 22, 2023

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David – United KingdomVerified booking

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Nice boat, super large terrasse on top with lots of tables and chairs and room to walk around to take pictures without disturbing anyone. Not at all the can of sardines you sometimes get on short boat tours. You get fast, friendly, efficient service right from your seat. I tell you, the serving staff really hustle; that way you don't miss a minute lining up at the bar. You can even buy a bunch of decent snacks, sausage, fries desserts etc. The tour comments come out on top as well, clearly, professionnally, in German and English. Just enough comments to make it relevant, leaving some quiet time in between. They don't beg for tips at the end like on some tours. Nice little river cruise. They have a good formula.

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September 15, 2023

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Gaetan – United StatesVerified booking

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This experience was on time, comfortable and interesting but signposting and navigating to the boarding place wasn't clear. I was under the impression that there would be an audio commentary in English which required headphones. The commentary was through speakers and only on the top deck. My wife is sensitive to the sun so we were not able to access this. We ordered soft drinks and fries. The waitress was polite and helpful but they didn't have English tea available which would have been preferable. This was a good experience but could have been more enjoyable.

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