Discover Gdańsk from a water perspective on board a replica of a Polish river boat used for over 400 years.
An intimate, wooden and spacious 12-seater boat will take you to places unavailable to large ships, and thanks to the low number of passengers you'll feel at ease and special.
You will start the cruise from the former areas of the Gdańsk Shipyard, which once was a workplace for nearly 18,000 people and unavailable to visitors for over 170 years.
Next, you'll go on a cruise on Motława - the center of the Old Town. You will see many tourist attractions, including the ruins of the Teutonic castle, water gates leading to the city, the famous wooden crane from the 15th century, charming old tenement houses and their new setting.
You will follow a route that will also show you monuments and new buildings of the Ołowianka Island and the Granary Island.
This trip is also a unique and only opportunity to see up close specialist vessels, Gdansk cranes.
1 Gdansk Shipyard
The cruise starts from the post-shipyard area - from the former Imperial Shipyard, where the production of u-boats took place.
And right next to the existing shipbuilding industry - characteristic Gdansk cranes, specialized ships, exclusive yachts and a unique industrial atmosphere.
· Non-stop passage
2 Motlawa River Embankment (Dlugie Pobrzeze)
Cruising along the long Motlawa river Embankment we will see the remains of the wall of the Teutonic Castle with The Swan tower, Water Gates leading to the city, including the famous Crane from 15th century, the most beautiful of the gates - the St. Mary's Gate and the oldest gate - the Green Gate.
· Non-stop passage
3 Olowianka Island and Granary Island
Olowianka Island - The functional use of the island has changed over the years. At present, on the island, we will see the Polish Baltic Philharmonic, the Royal Granary, the National Maritime Museum and the of Stonemason's Bridge.
Granary Island - The Green Bridge connects the main part of the old town with the Granary Island. It is not difficult to guess what was located on the island given the name(the island had a storehouse where all the goods were kept). Currently, on the Island, we will see, among others remains of old granaries, including the best preserved granary Blue Lamb and their modern incarnation (the reconstruction of the Island after the Second World War).
Galley boat tour gives a different perspective on the historical value of the Main City. With us you will see unique places not available for walkers.
· Non-stop passage
Mobile or paper ticket accepted. One per booking
Galar Gdański marina, ul. Dokowa 1/G, 80-863 Gdańsk, Imperial Dock (former shipyard).
Look for the red Yard Cafe containers; follow maps and arrow signs; pier entrance by Yard Cafe.
Arrive 15 min early.
Parking PLN 4/h or 18/day to 23:59 (meter/ePARK).
Map: View on map
Galar Gdański marina, ul. Dokowa 1/G, 80-863 Gdańsk, Imperial Dock (former shipyard).
Look for the red Yard Cafe containers; follow maps and arrow signs; pier entrance by Yard Cafe.
Arrive 15 min early.
Parking PLN 4/h or 18/day to 23:59 (meter/ePARK).
Map: View on map
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller Service animals allowed Public transportation options are available nearby Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap Suitable for all physical fitness levels seasickness Arrive at the marina at least 15 minutes before departure. Consider the parking options and costs if arriving by car. Be prepared for potential seasickness; the boat is stable but the river can have waves. The tour is suitable for all fitness levels. Check the map link for precise location of the departure point. Infants can travel on an adult's lap. For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Product code: 164082P1
Activity offered by Galar Gdański via Viator.
WizardTrip Help Center History enthusiasts Photography lovers Couples Families with young children (stroller accessible) Individuals interested in maritime history Unique perspective of Gdansk from the Motlawa River. Cruise on a replica of a historical Polish river boat. Intimate experience on a small, 12-seater boat. Access to areas not reachable by larger vessels. See the former Gdańsk Shipyard and its industrial heritage. Explore the Old Town's waterfront attractions.
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Can infants and small children join the tour? + Yes, infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller, and infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap.
Are service animals permitted on board? + Yes, service animals are allowed on the boat.
Is the tour accessible for people with limited mobility? + The tour is suitable for all physical fitness levels, and prams/strollers are allowed.
What happens if the weather is bad? + The tour will be cancelled in case of bad weather.
How far in advance should I cancel for a full refund? + For a full refund, you need to cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What type of ticket do I need? + Mobile or paper tickets are accepted. You will receive one ticket per booking.
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★★★★★ Tripadvisor review
Nice trip
annemariesB3183VP, October 2026
Very nice and interesting trip. Clever guide.
★★★★★ Tripadvisor review
Highly recommend
Sightseer2567623, October 2026
Wonderful, light, and fun boat tour along the river in Gdańsk! We had such a great time.
The guide, Martin, was amazingly charismatic and positive, and skipper Adam was a true pro. Thank you so much for the great experience—highly recommended!
★★★★★ Tripadvisor review
Relaxing and informative
dontbreakaleg, October 2026
Nice experience that exceeded our expectations with perfect duration and very informative English speaking guide
★★★★★ Viator review
Great boat tour....
Khrystyna_H, October 2026
Great boat tour. Knowledgeable guide. This is not the pirate ship, but still a cool boat experience. You will have a chance to see the part of city that has the gingerbread houses and take pictures of them from the boat, but you will start at a pier which is at a 20min walk from that area. It is a very interesting area historically where you will learn about the history of old shipyards, but please be aware that while you are walking, it is not an inviting area visually - safe but many construction materials, cranes etc and it is normal to feel like you came to the wrong place. Perhaps it was just my lack of prior knowledge about this aspect of the history of the city. Coming back, there was an additional optional stop closer to the city core so you don’t have to walk all the way back, which I really appreciated. Would recommend this tour.
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