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Boat trips for groups – a 1.5-hour tour through eastern Berlin

Dampfer Kaiser Friedrich
© visitBerlin, Foto: Dahmen & Marhold GbR

Take your group on a 1.5-hour boat trip along the Spree to experience Berlin’s creative and vibrant eastern district. This public boat tour on Berlin’s oldest passenger vessel, the historic Kaiser Friedrich, is ideal for group trips, company outings, club excursions, family celebrations or groups of friends who want to discover Berlin together from the water. Enjoy a relaxing trip on this modern electric boat and book your group tickets for a special Berlin experience.

How to book your tickets

You can purchase tickets for your group directly online via “Book now”. If you require an invoice and wish to pay by bank transfer, please fill in the contact form under “Non-binding enquiry” and you will receive a quote by email.

Payment options for online bookings: PayPal, VISA, Mastercard, American Express, GPay

Offer for groups & companies with payment by bank transfer and invoice:

Non-binding enquiry

Discover Berlin from the water – public boat tour also suitable for groups

This public boat tour in Berlin offers groups the chance to take part in a regular sightseeing cruise together and experience the east of Berlin from a unique perspective. Between the Jannowitzbrücke and the Insel der Jugend, you can look forward to urban hotspots, impressive sights and fascinating stories about the capital.

Boat tour through Berlin’s vibrant east

During the 1.5-hour Spree sightseeing cruise, you’ll discover the diverse side of Berlin. The route takes you past the famous East Side Gallery, as well as well-known clubs and venues such as the KitKatClub, Sage Beach and the Holzmarkt. Along the way, you’ll experience the interplay of historic industrial heritage, modern architecture and Berlin’s alternative scene. Particular highlights include the views of the Badeschiff, the Hoppetosse, the Molecule Man and the impressive Oberbaum Bridge. Circling the Insel der Jugend offers the perfect opportunity for unforgettable souvenir photos.

Fascinating stories and special views

The trip combines relaxed sightseeing with entertaining background information. Via the audio guide, you’ll learn fascinating facts about legendary Berlin clubs, spectacular escape stories from the GDR, extraordinary spots along the Spree and the development of East Berlin. This makes the boat trip in Berlin a varied experience for anyone wishing to discover the capital together.

Your benefits at a glance

✓ 1.5-hour public boat trip through eastern Berlin – ideal for groups
✓ A trip on Berlin’s oldest, lovingly restored passenger ship, the Kaiser Friedrich
✓ Quiet and environmentally friendly with a modern electric propulsion system
✓ Group ticket price for 10 or more people
✓ Audio guide with singer Romano covering Berlin’s history, trendy neighbourhoods and stories of escape from the GDR
✓ Plenty of photo opportunities along the River Spree

 

Booking information

You can book up to 40 tickets online. If you need more tickets or would like to pay by invoice or bank transfer, please complete the contact form.

Meeting point

Boarding point: East Side Gallery | Mühlenstraße 70–71 | 10243 Berlin

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Important additional information

  • Unfortunately, due to its design, the boat is not wheelchair accessible.
  • There is a relatively steep jetty leading onto the boat and steps leading to the toilets; these are not wheelchair accessible.

Ticket validity after purchase

  • Valid for the booked day and time slot
  • Valid as a printed ticket or digitally on a smartphone
  • Food and drink are not included in the price and can be purchased on board if desired

Getting there by public transport

Underground | U1, U3 Warschauer Straße
S-Bahn | S3, S5, S7, S75, S9 Ostbahnhof
Bus | 300 East Side Gallery

Language

German with audio guide

Duration

1.5 hours

Seating information

If you would like to sit together, please arrive at the jetty as early as possible, as no adjacent seats can be reserved for your group.

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