The Rhine cruises under the cathedral spires: panoramic city loops, harbor tours through the crane houses and winter sailings with mulled wine when the markets are on. The skyline was built to be seen from this river.
Enjoy a 1-hour panoramic cruise along the Rhine in Cologne for stunning city views, with guided commentary, comfortable boats, and good value.
Most Popular★ 4.3“Good comfortable boat. The in-boat announcements can be improved on sound quality”
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5,698 reviews1 hourFrom $23by KD Deutsche Rheinschiffahrt GmbH
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Discover Cologne from the water on a 90-minute Rhine River cruise, spotting iconic sights like the Cathedral and Rheinauhafen crane houses with on-board commentary.
★ 4.4“Excellent boat trip. 90 minutes was the perfect amount of time. The boat was larger than I expected, very spacious and clean with the option of sitting either inside or outside. Both the inside and outside areas are set out with tables and chairs and…”
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3,030 reviews1.5 hoursFrom $28by Kölntourist Personenschiffahrt am Dom Gm
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Discover Cologne’s highlights on a 2-hour guided walk, exploring iconic sights like the cathedral and Hohenzollern Bridge with insider stories and stunning views.
★ 5.0“Excellent guided tour. Learned lots about the cathedral and surrounding area with plenty of humor to keep the tour interesting and entertaining. Tour start is easy to find and there is a lot about the cathedral and surrounding area that you wouldn’t know or see…”
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852 reviews2 hours (approx.)From $35.07by SDS Stadtführungen
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Explore Cologne’s harbor history on a 3-hour cruise with live German commentary, visiting Rheinau, Deutz, Mülheim, and Niehl harbors for just $40.
★ 4.7“Die Lautstaerke der begleitenden Erklaerungen koennte besser sein.”
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692 reviews3 hoursFrom $41by Kölntourist Personenschiffahrt am Dom Gm
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Experience Cologne from the water with a 1-hour Rhine cruise, offering iconic sights, narrated commentary, and relaxing views—perfect for first-timers and repeat visitors alike.
★ 4.5“Everything was great, the trip, the staff and the service!”
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677 reviews1 hourFrom $22by Kölntourist Personenschiffahrt am Dom Gm
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Experience Cologne’s festive atmosphere on a scenic Rhine River cruise with live music, Glühwein, and stunning city views during the holiday season.
★ 4.3“Very nice festive activity. Very reasonably priced food and drinks on board”
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676 reviews1.5 hoursFrom $28by Kölntourist Personenschiffahrt am Dom Gm
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Experience Cologne’s festive spirit on a 2-hour Rhine river cruise with live music, St. Nicholas, and holiday lights—perfect for a joyful winter afternoon.
★ 4.2“The boat was beautifully decorated for christmas, great selection of food and drink on offer!”
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301 reviewsby KD Deutsche Rheinschiffahrt GmbH
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Enjoy a 1.5-hour Rhine River cruise in Cologne with live local music, stunning city views, and a chance to sip Kölsch beer or tea while relaxing on the water.
★ 4.5“It was an excellent tour! Very comfortable, just the right duration, very pleasant live music and good food/drink choices. Highly recommended!”
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133 reviews1.5 hoursFrom $30by Kölntourist Personenschiffahrt am Dom Gm
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Explore Cologne’s dark past with this guided crime tour along the Rhine. Discover true stories, historic sites, and intriguing local legends for $17.
★ 4.4“Super anschaulich und kurzweilig erzählt.”
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17 reviews2 hoursFrom $17by Kölngeflüster
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Explore the historic Butzweilerhof Airport, see Michael Schumacher’s private car collection, and discover Cologne’s automotive history on this engaging guided tour.
★ 4.7“Super moderiert durch Herrn Schulz”
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8 reviews1 hourFrom $15by Piccolo Event Company GmbH
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