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View of the 1.5-Hour Cologne Skyline Cruise
View of the 1.5-Hour Cologne Skyline Cruise
View of the 1 Hour Cologne Panaromic Cruise
Guests enjoying the view of Cologne from Panaromic cruise
Guests enjoying the view of Cologne from Panaromic cruise
View of the 1 Hour Cologne Panaromic Cruise
Guests enjoying the view of Cologne from Panaromic cruise
Views of Cologne from a Rhein river cruise
View of the 1.5-Hour Cologne Skyline Cruise
View of the 1.5-Hour Cologne Skyline Cruise
View of the 1 Hour Cologne Panaromic Cruise
Guests enjoying the view of Cologne from Panaromic cruise
Guests enjoying the view of Cologne from Panaromic cruise
View of the 1 Hour Cologne Panaromic Cruise
Guests enjoying the view of Cologne from Panaromic cruise
Views of Cologne from a Rhein river cruise
View of the 1.5-Hour Cologne Skyline Cruise
View of the 1.5-Hour Cologne Skyline Cruise
View of the 1 Hour Cologne Panaromic Cruise
Guests enjoying the view of Cologne from Panaromic cruise
Guests enjoying the view of Cologne from Panaromic cruise
View of the 1 Hour Cologne Panaromic Cruise
Guests enjoying the view of Cologne from Panaromic cruise
Views of Cologne from a Rhein river cruise
4.2(377)

Cologne City Highlights Cruise

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€18
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1 hr. - 1 hr. 30 min.
Guided tour
  • This experience is pram/stroller accessible.
  • Pets and guide dogs are allowed on this experience. You may need to pay a fee of €3.90 for your dogs at the check-in counter.
  • This experience is pram/stroller accessible.
  • Pets and guide dogs are allowed on this experience. You may need to pay a fee of €3.90 for your dogs at the check-in counter.

Inclusions

  • 1 hour panorama cruise (as per option selected)
  • 1.5-hour skyline cruise (as per option selected)
  • German and English-speaking guide (as per option selected)
  • German and English onboard audio commentary (as per option selected)

Exclusions

  • Snacks and drinks (available for purchase on board)
  • You can cancel these tickets up to 48 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
View of Evening Panorama Cruise in Cologne
View of Evening Panorama Cruise in front of Cologne Cathedral
A couple enjoying drinks at Evening Panorama Cruise in Cologne
View of the Kranhäuser building during Evening Panorama Cruise tour
DJ entertaining guests on Dinner Cruise
View of Evening Panorama Cruise in Cologne
View of Evening Panorama Cruise in front of Cologne Cathedral
A couple enjoying drinks at Evening Panorama Cruise in Cologne
View of the Kranhäuser building during Evening Panorama Cruise tour
DJ entertaining guests on Dinner Cruise
View of Evening Panorama Cruise in Cologne
View of Evening Panorama Cruise in front of Cologne Cathedral
A couple enjoying drinks at Evening Panorama Cruise in Cologne
View of the Kranhäuser building during Evening Panorama Cruise tour
DJ entertaining guests on Dinner Cruise
4.1(48)

2-Hour Evening Cologne Panorama Cruise with DJ & Optional Meals

from €26
€16.22

38% off

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2 hr.
  • It can get chilly on the river, so carry a light jacket.
  • This experience is wheelchair and pram/stroller accessible.
  • Guide dogs are welcome on this experience.
  • Outside food and drinks are not permitted on board.
  • Children under 4 years old may only travel if accompanied by an adult.
  • A maximum of 3 children aged between 4 and 13 years old may travel per fully paying adult.
  • There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there are not enough passengers to meet the requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or a full refund.
  • It can get chilly on the river, so carry a light jacket.
  • This experience is wheelchair and pram/stroller accessible.
  • Guide dogs are welcome on this experience.
  • Outside food and drinks are not permitted on board.
  • Children under 4 years old may only travel if accompanied by an adult.
  • A maximum of 3 children aged between 4 and 13 years old may travel per fully paying adult.
  • There is a possibility of cancellation after confirmation if there are not enough passengers to meet the requirements. In the event of this occurring, you will be offered an alternative or a full refund.

Inclusions

  • 2-hour cruise on the Rhine River
  • Lounge music onboard

Exclusions

  • Snacks and drinks (available for purchase on board)
  • These tickets can't be cancelled. However, they can be rescheduled up to 24 hours before the experience begins.
Cologne Zoo and 1-Hour Panorama Cologne Cruise Tickets
View of Elephants inside the Elephant park at Cologne Zoo
Baboons interacting on rocky terrain at Cologne Zoo, Germany.
View of the 1 Hour Cologne Panaromic Cruise
Guests enjoying the view of Cologne from Panaromic cruise
Bali Starling bird perched inside the Rainforest house at Cologne Zoo.
Coquerel's Sifaka leaping between branches at Cologne Zoo.
View of the 1 Hour Cologne Panaromic Cruise
Cologne cityscape view from Rhine River during 1-Hour Panorama City Cruise.
Cologne Zoo and 1-Hour Panorama Cologne Cruise Tickets
View of Elephants inside the Elephant park at Cologne Zoo
Baboons interacting on rocky terrain at Cologne Zoo, Germany.
View of the 1 Hour Cologne Panaromic Cruise
Guests enjoying the view of Cologne from Panaromic cruise
Bali Starling bird perched inside the Rainforest house at Cologne Zoo.
Coquerel's Sifaka leaping between branches at Cologne Zoo.
View of the 1 Hour Cologne Panaromic Cruise
Cologne cityscape view from Rhine River during 1-Hour Panorama City Cruise.
Cologne Zoo and 1-Hour Panorama Cologne Cruise Tickets
View of Elephants inside the Elephant park at Cologne Zoo
Baboons interacting on rocky terrain at Cologne Zoo, Germany.
View of the 1 Hour Cologne Panaromic Cruise
Guests enjoying the view of Cologne from Panaromic cruise
Bali Starling bird perched inside the Rainforest house at Cologne Zoo.
Coquerel's Sifaka leaping between branches at Cologne Zoo.
View of the 1 Hour Cologne Panaromic Cruise
Cologne cityscape view from Rhine River during 1-Hour Panorama City Cruise.
4.2(337)

Combo: Cologne Zoo + 1-Hour Panorama Cologne Cruise with Audio Guide

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€41
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  • Enjoy a cost-effective combo journey to the rich wildlife of Cologne Zoo and a scenic 1-hour panorama river cruise in Cologne.
  • Immerse in Cologne Zoo's diverse offerings with over 850 species, including Asian elephants, Nile crocodiles, and playful primates.
  • Experience the zoo's meaningful conservation works, explore the aquarium with about 70 tanks, and learn about wildlife at the Rainforest Hall.
  • Embark on a picturesque Rhine River cruise, spot majestic landmarks like Cologne Cathedral, and hear about Cologne’s history with an audio guide.
  • Marvel at the city's architectural brilliance from the water, including the Lindt Chocolate Museum and the Hohenzollern Bridge, known for its thousands of love locks.
  • Enjoy a cost-effective combo journey to the rich wildlife of Cologne Zoo and a scenic 1-hour panorama river cruise in Cologne.
  • Immerse in Cologne Zoo's diverse offerings with over 850 species, including Asian elephants, Nile crocodiles, and playful primates.
  • Experience the zoo's meaningful conservation works, explore the aquarium with about 70 tanks, and learn about wildlife at the Rainforest Hall.
  • Embark on a picturesque Rhine River cruise, spot majestic landmarks like Cologne Cathedral, and hear about Cologne’s history with an audio guide.
  • Marvel at the city's architectural brilliance from the water, including the Lindt Chocolate Museum and the Hohenzollern Bridge, known for its thousands of love locks.

Inclusions

Cologne Zoo

  • Entry to Cologne Zoo & Aquarium: Summer/Winter (optional)

Cologne City Cruise

  • 1-hour panorama cruise
  • Audio guide in English & German (on smartphone)

Cologne Zoo

  • Tip: Save some time to visit the zoo shop - you might find a quirky souvenir that you wouldn't be able to get anywhere else.
  • Keep in mind that drones, balls, frisbees, balloons, bicycles, scooters, roller skates, inline skates, and skateboards are not allowed on this experience. Pack wisely!
  • Due to venue restrictions, pets cannot tag along for this experience.
  • This experience is wheelchair and pram/stroller accessible.
  • Ramps and elevators are available at the venue for easy access.
  • Guide dogs with a valid permit are welcome at the venue.
  • Facilities: Restaurants, parking, restrooms, and changing rooms.
  • Children aged 12 years and under must be accompanied by an adult.

Cologne City Cruise

  • Tip: Time your cruise to coincide with sunset for the most stunning views.
  • Facilities: Pram/Stroller Accessibility, Free WiFi.
  • Baggage, pets, and guide dogs are allowed.
  • You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
Combo of 1-Hour Cologne Panorama Cruise with Audio Guide and Cologne Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour
View of the 1 Hour Cologne Panaromic Cruise
Guests enjoying the view of Cologne from Panaromic cruise
Cologne hop-on hop-off bus passing by Cologne Cathedral.
Cologne cityscape with Hop on Hop off tour bus near Cologne Cathedral.
View of the 1 Hour Cologne Panaromic Cruise
Cologne cityscape view from Rhine River during 1-Hour Panorama City Cruise.
Hop on hop off bus in front of Cologne Cathedral, Germany.
Cologne Cathedral and Rhine River at sunset, view from hop-on hop-off bus tour.
Combo of 1-Hour Cologne Panorama Cruise with Audio Guide and Cologne Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour
View of the 1 Hour Cologne Panaromic Cruise
Guests enjoying the view of Cologne from Panaromic cruise
Cologne hop-on hop-off bus passing by Cologne Cathedral.
Cologne cityscape with Hop on Hop off tour bus near Cologne Cathedral.
View of the 1 Hour Cologne Panaromic Cruise
Cologne cityscape view from Rhine River during 1-Hour Panorama City Cruise.
Hop on hop off bus in front of Cologne Cathedral, Germany.
Cologne Cathedral and Rhine River at sunset, view from hop-on hop-off bus tour.
Combo of 1-Hour Cologne Panorama Cruise with Audio Guide and Cologne Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour
View of the 1 Hour Cologne Panaromic Cruise
Guests enjoying the view of Cologne from Panaromic cruise
Cologne hop-on hop-off bus passing by Cologne Cathedral.
Cologne cityscape with Hop on Hop off tour bus near Cologne Cathedral.
View of the 1 Hour Cologne Panaromic Cruise
Cologne cityscape view from Rhine River during 1-Hour Panorama City Cruise.
Hop on hop off bus in front of Cologne Cathedral, Germany.
Cologne Cathedral and Rhine River at sunset, view from hop-on hop-off bus tour.
4.1(285)

Combo (Save 5%): 1-Hour Cologne Panorama Cruise + Cologne Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour Tickets

from €42
€39.90

5% off

Free cancellation

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Save 5% and discover Cologne from two different vantage points with a hop-on hop-off bus tour and a Rhine River cruise.

  • Experience two Cologne must-dos with this budget-friendly combo! Admire Cologne Cathedral and Old Town on the bus tour, then cruise under the historic Rhine bridges and past Rheinauhafen and the Chocolate Museum with audio commentary.
  • With bus and boat, commute less and explore more. The cruise pier is just a few minutes’ walk from Hohenzollern Bridge, letting you see more while saving time and money.
  • Based on your itinerary, you can go on both tours on the same day or spread them across 2 days for a more relaxed experience.

Save 5% and discover Cologne from two different vantage points with a hop-on hop-off bus tour and a Rhine River cruise.

  • Experience two Cologne must-dos with this budget-friendly combo! Admire Cologne Cathedral and Old Town on the bus tour, then cruise under the historic Rhine bridges and past Rheinauhafen and the Chocolate Museum with audio commentary.
  • With bus and boat, commute less and explore more. The cruise pier is just a few minutes’ walk from Hohenzollern Bridge, letting you see more while saving time and money.
  • Based on your itinerary, you can go on both tours on the same day or spread them across 2 days for a more relaxed experience.

Inclusions

1-Hour Cologne Panorama Cruise:

  • 1-hour panorama cruise
  • Audio commentary in English & German (on loudspeaker)

Cologne Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour:

  • 24-hour unlimited hop-on hop-off tour
  • Access to Red route
  • Audio guide in German, English, French, Spanish, Italian, Russian, Dutch, Chinese & Japanese

Exclusions

  • Food and beverages (available for purchase onboard)

24-hour Cologne Hop-on Hop-off Bus Tour:

  • The buses are wheelchair and pram/stroller accessible.
  • Your pets are welcome onboard.

1-hour Cologne Panorama Cruise:

  • It can get chilly on the cruise boat, so carry a light jacket.
  • This experience is pram/stroller accessible.
  • Pets and guide dogs are allowed on this experience.
  • You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
View of the 1 Hour Cologne Panaromic Cruise
Guests enjoying the view of Cologne from Panaromic cruise
View of the 1 Hour Cologne Panaromic Cruise
View of the 1 Hour Cologne Panaromic Cruise
Cologne cityscape view from Rhine River during 1-Hour Panorama City Cruise.
View of the 1 Hour Cologne Panaromic Cruise
Guests enjoying the view of Cologne from Panaromic cruise
View of the 1 Hour Cologne Panaromic Cruise
View of the 1 Hour Cologne Panaromic Cruise
Cologne cityscape view from Rhine River during 1-Hour Panorama City Cruise.
View of the 1 Hour Cologne Panaromic Cruise
Guests enjoying the view of Cologne from Panaromic cruise
View of the 1 Hour Cologne Panaromic Cruise
View of the 1 Hour Cologne Panaromic Cruise
Cologne cityscape view from Rhine River during 1-Hour Panorama City Cruise.
4.1(276)

1-Hour Cologne Panorama Cruise

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€18
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1 hr.
  • It can get chilly on the cruise boat, so carry a light jacket.
  • This experience is pram/stroller accessible.
  • Pets and guide dogs are allowed on this experience.
  • It can get chilly on the cruise boat, so carry a light jacket.
  • This experience is pram/stroller accessible.
  • Pets and guide dogs are allowed on this experience.

Inclusions

  • 1-hour sightseeing cruise
  • Audio commentary in English & German (on loudspeaker)
  • Free Wi-Fi onboard

Exclusions

  • Snacks and drinks (available for purchase onboard)
  • You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
Tour guide and passengers on a tour of Cologne Harbour
Guests enjoying the views from 3-Hour Harbor Cruise in Cologne
Passengers looking at the shipping containers in Container port Niehl I, Cologne Harbour
View of 3-Hour Harbor Cruise in Cologne
Cologne Harbour tour boat cruising on the Rhine River with cityscape in the background.
Ships docked at the old town in Rheinau-Hafen
The Chocolate Museum in Cologne
The swing bridge at Deutz Harbour, Cologne
Cranes and containers at Container port Niehl I, Cologne Harbour
Cranes and containers at Container port Niehl I, Cologne Harbour
Tour guide and passengers on a tour of Cologne Harbour
Guests enjoying the views from 3-Hour Harbor Cruise in Cologne
Passengers looking at the shipping containers in Container port Niehl I, Cologne Harbour
View of 3-Hour Harbor Cruise in Cologne
Cologne Harbour tour boat cruising on the Rhine River with cityscape in the background.
Ships docked at the old town in Rheinau-Hafen
The Chocolate Museum in Cologne
The swing bridge at Deutz Harbour, Cologne
Cranes and containers at Container port Niehl I, Cologne Harbour
Cranes and containers at Container port Niehl I, Cologne Harbour
Tour guide and passengers on a tour of Cologne Harbour
Guests enjoying the views from 3-Hour Harbor Cruise in Cologne
Passengers looking at the shipping containers in Container port Niehl I, Cologne Harbour
View of 3-Hour Harbor Cruise in Cologne
Cologne Harbour tour boat cruising on the Rhine River with cityscape in the background.
Ships docked at the old town in Rheinau-Hafen
The Chocolate Museum in Cologne
The swing bridge at Deutz Harbour, Cologne
Cranes and containers at Container port Niehl I, Cologne Harbour
Cranes and containers at Container port Niehl I, Cologne Harbour
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3-Hour Harbor Cruise in Cologne

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€34.90
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3 hr.
Guided tour
  • This experience is pram/stroller accessible.
  • Pets and guide dogs are allowed on this experience.
  • This experience is pram/stroller accessible.
  • Pets and guide dogs are allowed on this experience.

Inclusions

  • 3-hour harbour cruise
  • German-speaking guide

Exclusions

  • Snacks and drinks (available for purchase on board)
  • You can cancel these tickets up to 48 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
Cologne Chocolate Museum exterior with Rhine River cruise boat in foreground.
Guests exploring inside Chocolate Museum Cologne
Guests enjoying the view of Cologne from Panaromic cruise
Guests exploring inside Chocolate Museum Cologne
Guests exploring inside Chocolate Museum Cologne
Guests exploring inside Chocolate Museum Cologne
Guests exploring inside Chocolate Museum Cologne
View of the 1 Hour Cologne Panaromic Cruise
The Chocolate Museum in Cologne
View of the 1 Hour Cologne Panaromic Cruise
Cologne Chocolate Museum exterior with Rhine River cruise boat in foreground.
Guests exploring inside Chocolate Museum Cologne
Guests enjoying the view of Cologne from Panaromic cruise
Guests exploring inside Chocolate Museum Cologne
Guests exploring inside Chocolate Museum Cologne
Guests exploring inside Chocolate Museum Cologne
Guests exploring inside Chocolate Museum Cologne
View of the 1 Hour Cologne Panaromic Cruise
The Chocolate Museum in Cologne
View of the 1 Hour Cologne Panaromic Cruise
Cologne Chocolate Museum exterior with Rhine River cruise boat in foreground.
Guests exploring inside Chocolate Museum Cologne
Guests enjoying the view of Cologne from Panaromic cruise
Guests exploring inside Chocolate Museum Cologne
Guests exploring inside Chocolate Museum Cologne
Guests exploring inside Chocolate Museum Cologne
Guests exploring inside Chocolate Museum Cologne
View of the 1 Hour Cologne Panaromic Cruise
The Chocolate Museum in Cologne
View of the 1 Hour Cologne Panaromic Cruise
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Combo (Save 5%): Chocolate Museum Cologne Entry Tickets + 1-Hour Cologne Panorama Cruise with Audio Guide

from €33.50
€31.82

5% off

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Sweet savings with a combo ticket to the Chocolate Museum & Cologne panorama cruise.

  • Everything you get at Chocolate Museum: Taste fresh chocolate, watch live praline-making, see vintage machines, and check out exhibits that tell chocolate’s journey from bean to bar!
  • Everything you get at Panorama Cruise: Cruise past Cologne Cathedral, the Lindt Chocolate Museum, and Old Town, with an audio guide and a bar for drinks at your expense.
  • Why choose this combo: A 5-minute drive between the museum and the cruise boarding point makes them easier to cover in a single day. Enjoy the best of Cologne without the extra booking fuss.

Sweet savings with a combo ticket to the Chocolate Museum & Cologne panorama cruise.

  • Everything you get at Chocolate Museum: Taste fresh chocolate, watch live praline-making, see vintage machines, and check out exhibits that tell chocolate’s journey from bean to bar!
  • Everything you get at Panorama Cruise: Cruise past Cologne Cathedral, the Lindt Chocolate Museum, and Old Town, with an audio guide and a bar for drinks at your expense.
  • Why choose this combo: A 5-minute drive between the museum and the cruise boarding point makes them easier to cover in a single day. Enjoy the best of Cologne without the extra booking fuss.

Inclusions

Chocolate Museum Cologne

  • Entry to Chocolate Museum Cologne

Panorama Cruise

  • 1-hour panorama cruise
  • Audio guide in English & German (on smartphone)

Chocolate Museum Cologne

  • Due to venue restrictions, pets cannot tag along for this experience.
  • This experience is wheelchair and pram/stroller accessible.
  • One companion per disabled visitor (with a valid companion ID) can enter for free.

Panorama Cruise

  • This experience is pram/stroller accessible.
  • Your guide dogs and pets are welcome to this experience.
  • These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.
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Set Sail on Cologne Waters

Locals will tell you: cologne cruises isn’t complicated once you know the basics. River and bay cruises hand you skyline views without the footwork. Standard sailings last about an hour, but dinner or sunset options stretch the trip and add live commentary. Book a seat on the open deck if photos matter. Seasick? Grab a spot mid‑ship where the motion feels lighter. Sort the essentials, then dive in and explore. Remember to carry a reusable water bottle and keep an eye on the local weather forecast so you’re never caught off guard. Remember to carry a reusable water bottle and keep an eye on the local weather forecast so you’re never caught off guard.

Cologne Cruises puts the city skyline on the water.

- Hop‑on river boats for flexible sightseeing
- Leisurely sunset sailings with cocktails
- Dinner cruises that mix live music and local dishes

Arrive 15 minutes early to claim a deck seat. Bring a light jacket; breezes drop the temperature at night.

Special events like fireworks nights sell out fast. Which sailing time excites you?
Bring a reusable bottle, wear comfortable shoes, and keep your camera ready. Local hosts love questions—ask about their favorite neighborhood spot.
Snap photos during golden hour for softer light.
Keep sunscreen and a hat in your day pack.