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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

“Amazing views. A must do activity. We reserved table downstairs and the 1/3 way through the tour we went up as it was freezing out there. Then came down enjoying warmth and delicious mould wine and just last 20 min went up again for the…”

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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 captain, with a great sense of humor. He paid a lot of attention to all passengers. Lots of interesting information during the walk. we were delighted”

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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

“I found the meeting point to be quite interesting, since it had a good vantage point for the industrial port. The boats are also very nice, designed to be protocols of the boats once used by the people in Gdansk. My favorite part of the…”

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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

“Although we could not see the sun set due to the clouds, it was a great experience sliding peacefully through the waters. The guide provided interesting facts and stories.”

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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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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

“This company is awesome! I received email of my Guide and a contact number days before!! Bożena was amazing!!! She is so knowledgeable about Gdańsk!!! She was prompt at pick up from my hotel lobby as agreed!! Her directions and meeting locations were clear and…”

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