Old Berlin Beer Evening – Sunset Cruise on a Steamship
Description
Kreuzberg nights are long – our evening cruises through Berlin will stay with you even longer! Experience Berlin aboard the city’s oldest ship, almost 140 years old and now gliding silently and emission-free thanks to its electric propulsion. Relax on the spacious open-air deck or in one of our wood-panelled salons. We pass Holzmarkt 25, the iconic Oberbaum Bridge, the Badeschiff and the Hoppetosse, continuing to the Island of Youth by Treptower Park. There, we turn around and head back into the city, cruising towards the sunset. On board, you can enjoy a freshly tapped Kaiser beer, long drinks and delicious food – from Bockwurst from a Bio-Neuland butcher and fish sandwiches to a vegan Bockwurst alternative from the “Vegane Fleischerei.” Food and drinks are not included in the ticket price. On the return journey, discover historic Berlin, Berlin’s romantic charm, the illuminated restaurants and bars along Schiffbauerdamm, and the impressive government district.
Tour Options
Itinerary
Berlin Cathedral
Mühlendamm Lock
Kater Blau
East Side Gallery, one of the last remaining original sections of the Berlin Wall.
Oberbaum Bridge, one of Berlin’s most beautiful bridges.
Insel der Jugend, Haus Zenner, houseboats in Rummelsburg Bay.
Museum Island
Highlights
What's included
Traveller Ratings
Important Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Not suitable for people with severe mobility impairments. Access to the toilets is not wheelchair accessible.
Reviews(39)
Lots of people for the places to sit. They have benches with tables that fill up right away (having paid the same) and if we go on the side bench you go much more uncomfortable and tight because everyone wants to sit and you can't even move. That's what we didn't like. On a hot day it was impossible to be downstairs. The route is cool and you can get an idea of the most representative sites in Berlin. The walk lasted exactly 2 hours and 10 minutes. Doing it at sunset is very photogenic.
¡Muchas gracias por tu comentario! 😊 Nos alegra mucho saber que te gustó nuestra ruta y que disfrutaste especialmente del paseo al atardecer, que sin duda tiene un encanto muy especial para las fotos. 🌅 Entendemos, por supuesto, que con temperaturas altas y el barco lleno pueda resultar un poco más incómodo. Además, la duración del recorrido puede variar dependiendo de los tiempos de espera en las esclusas y del tráfico de barcos, por lo que no siempre se puede determinar con exactitud. ¡Muchas gracias por tomarte el tiempo de compartir tu experiencia con nosotros!
The cruise was fantastic. They had a jazz quartet on deck who played through the entire cruise and were terrific. The "Old Berlin Beer Evening Cruise" title led us to believe we'd get beer as part of our ticket price, but beer was not included. You could buy it on board for a reasonable price, so not a big deal, but the title is a bit misleading IMHO. Staff were super friendly, the boat seemed safe and clean. Great experience overall.
Ahoy! Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback! 😊 We’re delighted to hear you enjoyed the jazz, the atmosphere and our friendly crew. We completely understand how the name “Old Berlin Beer Evening Cruise” might create different expectations, and we’re taking a closer look at how we can make this clearer. Thank you for the helpful feedback, and we hope to welcome you back on board soon! ⚓️
I’m giving this 3 stars because the name is misleading. This cruise has absolutely nothing to do with beer. It’s a lovely sunset cruise and if that’s how you think about it then lovely! But it’s literally no different than any other cruise. On board bar you order and pay for. Extremely limited food on board (herring sandwich or bratwurst sausage were the only entrees - hummus platter was good though). Eat before you go!
Ahoy! Thank you for your honest feedback! 😊 We’re glad to hear you enjoyed the sunset atmosphere. We understand that the name may have created different expectations. Our Beer Cruise is designed as a relaxed evening cruise where you can enjoy a beer on board, rather than as a beer-tasting experience. We’re also currently updating our food menu and hope to offer a wider selection soon. ⚓️
An excellent cruise along the Spree with drinks on offer throughout, brought directly to you. We loved seeing all the different activities happening along the shore. So lovely to do this at sunset. It met all my expectations as a birthday treat for my husband.
Ahoy! Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback! 😊 We’re delighted to hear that you had such a lovely time on board and that the sunset cruise made your husband’s birthday celebration extra special. We hope to welcome you both back on board for another beautiful evening on the Spree! ⚓️
This is a very sedate experience perfect for someone who just wants to float along the river a bit and view the buildings. The boat was very crowded and it’s not really big enough to walk around and enjoy any movement. The staff were attentive, the beer was nice and cold and the food was actually good. The two and a half hours just kind of drag along, unfortunately.
Ahoy! Thank you for your honest feedback! 😊 It’s great to hear that you enjoyed the atmosphere, attentive service, cold drinks and food. Our 2.5-hour Beer Cruise is designed as a relaxed evening experience. For a shorter trip, we also offer 1-hour cruises daily at 16:10 and 17:30. We hope to welcome you back soon! ⚓️
I was greeted nicely as the birthday person. The service ladies were hardworking and very nice. Tried to raise the standard. The supply was scarce, the orders uncoordinated. Why does the trip have something with "beer" in the name if there isn't one for free and there are three on the menu? During the trip, there were no explanations about anything at all. From my point of view, the price-performance ratio was unreasonable. So my conclusion, a pity, the expectations were not met in any respect. It's just good that we were together with our favorite people and only had nice fellow travelers with us.
Ahoi, vielen Dank, dass Sie sich die Zeit für Ihr ausführliches Feedback genommen haben. Es freut uns, dass unser Team einen positiven Eindruck hinterlassen hat. Schade, dass der Alt-Berliner Bierabend Ihre Erwartungen nicht erfüllen konnte. Wir können nachvollziehen, dass der Name Erwartungen weckt und nehmen Ihren Hinweis gerne mit. Tatsächlich ist bei dieser Fahrt kein Bier im Ticketpreis enthalten. Der Alt-Berliner Bierabend ist vielmehr als entspannter Abend auf dem Wasser mit Sonnenuntergang, guter Atmosphäre und ausgewählten Berliner Bieren konzipiert. Wir bieten eine kleine, sorgfältig ausgewählte Auswahl an frischem Fassbier aus einer Berliner Brauerei sowie weiteren Getränken an. Dass Ihnen während der Fahrt Erklärungen gefehlt haben, können wir nachvollziehen. Der Bierabend ist bewusst ohne Moderation gestaltet, damit unsere Gäste den Abend in Ruhe genießen können. Für alle, die mehr über Berlin erfahren möchten, bieten wir zu anderen Zeiten auch Fahrten mit Guide bzw. Audiokommentar an. Vielen Dank für Ihre ehrlichen Anmerkungen. Wir nehmen Ihr Feedback ernst und würden uns freuen, Sie vielleicht bei einer unserer anderen Touren noch einmal an Bord begrüßen zu dürfen. Liebe Grüße von der Spree!
A beautiful cruise at sunset, the perfect relaxing end to a day exploring magical Berlin, blessed by a glorious sunset along the Spree. History and culture at every bend of the river, nice beer on board...some drank a little too much! Nice music, we were expecting a commentary but maybe that wasn't available on our evening. We would recommend this experience!
Ahoy and thank you for your lovely review! 🌅🚤 We're so happy you enjoyed the sunset and the atmosphere. Our evening cruise is designed as a relaxing, scenic experience without live commentary, so guests can fully enjoy the sunset and the music. If you're interested in learning more about Berlin's history and landmarks, we also offer daytime guided tours. We would be very happy to welcome you back on board soon! 😊
Relaxing trip with chill music. Excellent beer and fascinating riverside people watching.
Ahoy! Thank you so much for your kind review, we're delighted you had a great time on board. See you soon on the Spree!
Overall, it was a pleasant evening. I expected a bit more for the cost of the trip. It’s a bit cramped on board, and beer/food costs extra. The waitress was very good and presented the bill at the end. A commentary or audio guide on the sights could help get more out of it. However it was a hot and sunny day, so the trip was enjoyable nonetheless.
Ahoy and thank you for your review! We're glad you enjoyed the evening. If you're looking for more information about the sights, we'd love to welcome you on one of our daytime cruises with a live guide. Our Sunset Cruise is designed as a relaxing, atmospheric ride to enjoy the evening and the views. We'll be happy to pass your kind words about our service team on to the waitress. We hope to see you on board again soon! ☀️
The title "Old Berlin Beer Evening Sunset Cruise on Steamship" is misleading. All European river boat tours I've done have drinks and food offered for sale, this was was no different. But the title and description implies beer is included in the price The ride and scenery was unforgettable!
Ahoy and thank you for your feedback. We’re delighted to hear that you found the cruise and the scenery unforgettable. We appreciate your comment regarding the tour title. Feedback like yours is very valuable to us, and we will certainly take it into consideration. Thank you again for sharing your experience, and we hope to welcome you on board again soon. 💫
