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“The Boat was Clean and Tidy and comentary was informative. Lovely to Sit back and take a moment to relax and enjoy the River Rhine and all the views from the City Cruise”
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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“It was nice and we got rough information regarding the sights we passed. Good feeling”
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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“Sasha was very informative and entertaining! He was very knowledgeable about the history of Koln. A very enjoyable tour- We highly recommend him!!!”
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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 Tour war sehr informativ und interessant, die Häfen kannten wir so noch gar nicht. Die Informationen kamen nicht vom Band sondern wurden life gesprochen, das hat uns gut gefallen und der Service war freundlich- ein rundum gelungener Ausflug! Kann man wirklich empfehlen.”
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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“The cruise was top notch! Worth the money. Really enjoyed the tour on the River Rhine. I'll recommend 💯 %”
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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“Great fun, and the Christmas music made it feel really festive!”
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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“Great Cruise! Would recommend but get there early to ensure you can find the correct boat to board”
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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“Die Bootstour macht gute Laune Zu empfehlen”
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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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