Boat tour & river cruise Berlin — daily from the Reichstag
Two ships, one route —
daily from the Reichstag
Sightseeing
with Audio Guide12:30 – 18:00
60 Min · ab €25
Aperitif Tour
with Musicfrom 18:30
75–90 Min · ab €39
HISTORIC SHIPHEMINGWAY Sightseeing
€25 / person
12:00 · 13:30 · 15:00 · 16:30
- ✓ Up to 70 guests
- ✓ Historic passenger vessel
- ✓ Audio guide (DE + EN)
- ✓ Daily departures 12:00 – 16:30
PREMIUM ELECTRICFITZGERALD Sightseeing
€35 / person
12:30 · 14:00 · 15:30 · 17:00
- ✓ Up to 35 guests — exclusive group
- ✓ Berlin's only electric yacht
- ✓ Silent & emission-free
- ✓ Incl. 75-min aperitif tour at 18:00
Both ships depart from the same pier at Paul-Löbe-Haus, right next to the Reichstag — the most central departure point in Berlin. HEMINGWAY at 12:00, FITZGERALD at 12:30. You're welcomed on board by our uniformed crew, with cold drinks and coffee specialities available throughout.
The tour follows a two-phase concept: a bilingual audio guide accompanies the outward journey through the government district, then lounge music takes over for the return — a moment of pure relaxation. No engine noise, no vibrations: both ships run 100% electric.
THE ROUTE — 11 STOPS
Both ships follow the same route. Outward with audio guide, return with lounge music.
- 1Paul-Löbe-Haus / Reichstag— Departure point — steps from the Bundestag
- 2Museum Island— UNESCO World Heritage, 5 world-famous museums
- 3Berlin Cathedral— Panoramic view from the water — exit possible
- 4Humboldt Forum / City Palace— Reconstructed Baroque landmark
- 5Nikolaiviertel— Berlin's oldest residential quarter
- 6Weidendammer Bridge— Historic Spree crossing
- 7Palace of Tears— Memorial site of German division
- 8Federal Chancellery— "Band des Bundes" — architecture of power
- 9House of World Cultures— Turnaround point of standard route
- 10Return journey with lounge music— Audio guide gives way to music
- 11Return to Paul-Löbe-Haus— End of tour
What our guests say
40 Bewertungen
“Fantastic. We managed to see parts of the city in 90 minutes that would take hours to walk, in a very relaxing, enjoyable environment. Highly recommended.”
mark
21. Oct. 2025
“Beautiful and very well guided with optimal commentary on the respective buildings and their history 👍 I recommend booking this tour anytime!”
Ursula
24. Oct. 2025
“Very good, the crew was very nice and a really great and relaxing experience. 10/10, would recommend to others.”
Stephanie
25. Oct. 2025
“quel plaisir d'être au calme sur ce bateau électrique pour parcourir une partie de la ville. le bateau est vraiment superbe et on est très bien installé à l'intérieur com…”
Richard
06. Dec. 2025
“The crew is very friendly and accommodating. We had gotten lost in the jungle of Berlin's public transport system and missed our originally booked tour. We were allowed t…”
Stefanie
26. Oct. 2025
“Der Audioguide hatte einige Aussetzer. Das ist aber ein Problem was sich wieder bald behoben wird.”
Kämmerer
07. Nov. 2025
“Lovely vessel & friendly staff. Had a lovely hour on the river x”
Millie
08. Dec. 2025
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is the best boat tour in Berlin?+
FLAGSHIP.BERLIN is consistently rated Berlin's best boat tour on GetYourGuide, Viator and Google — over 150 reviews, averaging 4.8 out of 5 stars. The only provider in Berlin operating a fully electric fleet — no engine noise, no emissions, departing directly at the Reichstag.
How much does a boat tour in Berlin cost?+
Sightseeing tours start from €25 per person (HEMINGWAY, 60 minutes). The luxurious FITZGERALD tour costs €35 per person. Evening tours (Sundowner, Crémant Aperitif) are €39–€45. Children up to 14 receive reduced fares; children under 2 travel free.
What is the difference between HEMINGWAY and FITZGERALD?+
The HEMINGWAY is a historic passenger vessel (up to 70 guests, from €25) — spacious, with sun deck and bar. The FITZGERALD is Berlin's only private electric salon yacht (max. 35 guests, from €35) — more luxurious, quieter, with an open panorama terrace. Both run fully electric from the same pier at the Reichstag.
How long is a boat tour in Berlin?+
Regular sightseeing tours last 60 minutes, running from the Reichstag through the Government Quarter, Berlin Cathedral and Museum Island and back. Evening tours (Sundowner, Crémant Aperitif) last 75–90 minutes.
What do you see on a boat tour in Berlin?+
The route passes the Reichstag and Federal Chancellery, through the Government Quarter, Tränenpalast, Berlin Cathedral and Museum Island to the Weidendammer Bridge — 11 landmarks in 60 minutes. A bilingual audio guide (German and English) narrates the history of each site on the outbound journey.
Should you book boat tour tickets in advance?+
We recommend booking ahead, especially on weekends and during peak season (May–September). Tickets can be booked online directly on this page.
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