Overview
We will take you on a little “educational trip” where you can explore places in Cologne that would normally be closed to you.
Discover the ports of Cologne during the ship tour! The tour highlights the history of the Rheinauhafen, provides insights into the Deutzer Hafen and Mülheimer Hafen and takes you to the Niehl I container port. During the boat trip, our city guides will tell you interesting facts, anecdotes and all sorts of exciting stories about the people of Cologne live on board Ports.
Find out everything you need to know, for example about trade, trade and stacking law, the importance of the Rhine and shipping traffic in different eras, architecture or use and capacity, as well as the technology of cranes and “trolleys”. Our guests are enthusiastic about this extraordinary Rhine tour... and you will certainly be too.
- Recommended by 98% of travelers
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- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Mobile ticket
What's included
On-board WiFi
Live explanations from a guide
On-board restrooms
Snacks
Carbonated beverages
Tea and coffee
Meeting and pickup
Travelers meet at the meeting point.
Meeting point
Cologne, Konrad-Adenauer-Ufer, pier 10 opposite Musical Dome and Goldgasse
End point
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What to expect
The slightly different Rhine boat trip: We take you on a little “educational trip” on which you can explore places in Cologne that are normally closed to you. Discover the ports of Cologne during the three-hour boat tour! The tour illuminates the history of the Rheinauhafen, provides insights into the Deutzer Hafen and Mülheimer Hafen and takes you to the Niehl I container port.
There the ship cruises between giant containers, crane bridges and scrap handling facilities and you experience the port work almost up close . During the boat trip, our city guides will tell you interesting facts, anecdotes and all sorts of exciting stories about the Cologne ports live on board.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
Times are local to the experience (Europe/Berlin).
Additional Information
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Each booking must include at least one adult.
FAQs about Big Cologne harbor tour with live guide 3 hours
Can I cancel Big Cologne harbor tour with live guide 3 hours for free?
Yes. For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.
How long does it take?
It takes about 3 hours.
Where does it start?
Cologne, Konrad-Adenauer-Ufer, pier 10 opposite Musical Dome and Goldgasse
What's included?
- On-board WiFi
- Live explanations from a guide
- On-board restrooms
What's not included?
- Snacks
- Carbonated beverages
- Tea and coffee
Which languages is it offered in?
It is offered in German.
What fitness level is needed?
It is suitable for all physical fitness levels.
Is it suitable for children?
Children must be accompanied by an adult.
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