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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

“A great trip. A fun way to travel through the ship yards of Gdansk. Informative commentary and a great little bar selling hot mulled wine for when it gets too cold on deck.”

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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

“We do not like when it is a taped guiding It was good when we got the written info on the sheets. We could play the music we like”

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4.Gdansk: Scenic Evening Yacht Cruise with Welcome Drink

Experience Gdansk from the water on a scenic evening yacht cruise. Enjoy historic sights, a welcome drink, and stunning views in a relaxed setting.

★ 4.4

“Very nice and funny guide. For the next time I told him to get some more bottles of Alkohol! Me and my boyfriend had much fun and the other members had fun too! I would do it again!”

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6.Gdask: Scenic Sunset Cruise with Welcome Drink

Experience Gdansk from the water on a scenic sunset cruise, enjoying prosecco, stunning harbor views, and insightful commentary in just over an hour.

★ 4.3

“Such a Great way to see Gdansk! The boat was nice and I loved our Skipper, Dominic. He even turned the boat around so I could get a nice picture I’d missed! Overall it was a great experience that I would 100% recommend!”

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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

“This is a small flat boat that carries12 people and crew. The crew were very friendly and humorous. We learned fascinating facts about Gdansk that we didn't read about. I would highly recommend. Bring heavy jacket and gloves in May. A blanket is very helpful…”

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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 staff were really friendly and the cruise was nice. If you’re in Gdańsk, I recommend you book this cruise. It gives you a different view of the city.”

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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

“A very nice experience (even our teenagers enjoyed it:) ! The boat trip with pierogi tasting was great – both the food and the wine were very good. The cruise was really enjoyable, and our guide Martina and captain Stacho were friendly and kind. Martina’s…”

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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

“What a lovely time through the Polish countryside and seeing a truly remarkable medieval complex. Our guide was fantastic and super friendly. Highly recommended!”

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