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15 Best Westerplatte Cruises

The harbor sailings: round-trip cruises to Westerplatte where the war’s first shots landed, eco-boats around the old town’s waterways and the shipyard panorama en route. The peninsula memorial reads heavier after the boat’s history briefing.

1.Gdansk: Guided Round-Trip Cruise to Westerplatte

Explore Gdansk by water with this 80-minute guided cruise to Westerplatte, featuring live commentary, music, and scenic views for an authentic experience.

Most Popular★ 4.3

“Nice ride to where WWII started and back. It was clear that English translation was shorter and not that specific as what was said in Polish. But overall good activity.”

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3.Gdask: Motlawa River Yacht Cruise

Discover Gdańsk from the water aboard a modern yacht, exploring historic sites and scenic views with expert insights on a 45-minute Motlawa River cruise.

★ 4.6

“Excellent service, we were running 3 minutes late because we were lost and they called to check on us and give us directions The boat cruise was informative and lovely Highly recommend”

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5.Gdansk Guided City Cruise on Historical Polish Boat

Experience Gdansk from the water on a historic Polish boat, enjoying scenic views, expert guides, and a perfect introduction to this charming city.

★ 4.5

“Unique boat with very friendly, funny and knowledgeable staff. Duration of tour is just right. Very relaxing with lots of information about the city, it‘s past and present. Thank you.”

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9.Sunset on the Shipyard and Old Town Evening Cruise

Experience Gdansk from the water with a 90-minute sunset cruise showcasing shipyards, Old Town lights, and historical sights—all in an intimate boat ride.

★ 4.5

“Nice and steady tour around the docks & “ old town “ with a very informative guide giving plenty of history from centuries ago to modern times”

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10.Cruises on the Motlawa River

Experience Gdansk from the water on a 45-minute Motlawa River cruise, seeing historic landmarks with an intimate boat ride for just 10 travelers.

★ 4.5

“The cruise was fantastic and informative!! It was great to see the city from the river. I thoroughly enjoyed it.”

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11.Gdask: Motawa River Cruise with Pierogi Tasting

Experience Gdask from the water with a charming river cruise, savor freshly made pierogi, and enjoy insightful stories—perfect for food lovers and history buffs alike.

★ 4.8

“We had the pleasure of joining this program during our trip, and it was a wonderful experience. We got to taste delicious pierogi on board, and the program was run just for the four of us, which made it even more special. Our guide was…”

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14.Malbork Castle and Westerplatte Tour with Lunch

Discover the highlights of Gdansk with this comprehensive tour visiting Malbork Castle, Westerplatte, and enjoying traditional Polish lunch—an enriching day for history and architecture lovers.

★ 5.0

“Great trip with a lovely guide Who told us a lot about history and The stories behind everything. Would recommend this trip!”

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