The 9 Best Potsdam Tours

1.City and Castles Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 3,721 reviews · 3 hours · from $29Our pick

A 3-hour bus and walk through Potsdam’s royal sights, from the Dutch Quarter and Alexandrowka to Sanssouci terraces and Frederick II.

“I really enjoyed the tour - I selected the english speaking option, and had access to a thorough and informative audio guide while on the bus. During the 3 walking parts of the tour, the guide gave me a pamphlet in english with all the relevant information, and he was happy to answer any questions I might have / explain the sights in english for me. I had a wonderful time and would really recommend this experience to anybody wanting a 2-3h overview of the town of Potsdam, with a chance to then explore further on their own depending on the sights they found most interesting.”

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2.Palace Tour by Boat

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 2,369 reviews · 1.5 hours - 1 day · from $27

See Potsdam’s palaces and UNESCO sites from the Havel on a 90-minute boat tour, with English or German commentary and scenic bridge crossings.

“The Boat Tour was incredible, even tough it was a rainy day. The views were amazing and the Boat crew very friendly and helpful. Would definitely repeat this Tour again !”

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3.Sanssouci Palace and Prussian Palaces Entry Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 2,101 reviews · 1 day · from $25

Skip-the-line entry to Sanssouci and Prussian palaces in Potsdam, with a timed slot, Rococo rooms, gardens, and UNESCO sites.

“The number of attractions on the ticket made it exceptional value for money”

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4.Potsdam by Boat: Island Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 1,308 reviews · 4 hours · from $42

A 4-hour Potsdam boat cruise along the Havel, passing palaces, parks, and Glienicke Bridge, with German commentary and relaxing views.

“Hello. I booked a boat trip to Potsdam for October 27th at 10:30 AM and paid 36 euros. I arrived at Potsdam from Berlin, but learned that the trip had been canceled due to technical reasons. This is not correct. You should have notified me of the cancellation in advance. How can I trust you? I want an immediate refund of the 36 euros I paid. Atilla Levent Tuna Res. No. GYG2Q9Y34MWX”

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5.City Sightseeing Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 864 reviews · 1 day · from $23

Potsdam 1-day hop-on hop-off bus with open-air double-decker views, live German and English guide, Dutch Quarter, Filmmuseum, Sanssouci.

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6.Museum Barberini Entry Ticket

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 403 reviews · 2 hours · from $11Best value

Visit Museum Barberini in Potsdam for about $11, with over 100 Impressionist paintings, major Monet works, and a free digital audio guide in 2 hours.

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7.Entry to DAS MINSK Kunsthaus in Potsdam

★★★★★★★★★★4.1 · 24 reviews · 2 hours · from $11

Skip the line at DAS MINSK Kunsthaus in Potsdam for Soft Power textile art, former GDR works, and Café HEDWIG terrace views.

“Museum schön saniert. Einweisung Fehlanzeige, erst nach Nachfrage. Besichtigung nur mit Audiobegleitung zu empfehlen. Exponate zu negativ/düster/belastend darfestellt. Café sehr schön mit toller Aussicht. Toiletten gendergerecht.”

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8.4h Unforgettable Tour with Skipper, “Seven Lakes Cruise”

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 5 reviews · 4 hours · from $694Top rated

A private 4-hour sunset yacht cruise through Potsdam and Wannsee’s seven-lake sights, with a captain, photo stops, and optional swim.

“Edmond was a great host, showed us all the sights, and was accommodating of all our needs. This was a fun trip and I'm glad we did it.”

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9.4h Harbor and Castle Sightseeing Cruise, our most booked!

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 5 reviews · 4 hours · from $682

Private 4-hour Potsdam yacht cruise from Glienicker Bridge, UNESCO views, Bridge of Spies photos, sunset sail and possible swim.

“great route, great boat and amazing captain! thanks Edmondo! will recommend to friends!”

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