Sightseeing Cruises

1-Hour Traditional Galar Cruise on Vistula River

Traditional Galar cruise on the Vistula River with passengers, Warsaw's Old Town in the background.

Tourists on a traditional Galar cruise boat on the Vistula River, surrounded by lush greenery.

Tourists relaxing on a traditional Galar cruise on the Vistula River.

Mermaid statue on Vistula River with Warsaw's National Stadium in the background.

Duration

1 hr

Free cancellation

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Immerse in Warsaw's beauty with a 1-hour Vistula River cruise on a traditional Galar boat, revealing stunning city panoramas. Operator: Kapitan Victor

Embark on a 1-hour traditional Galar cruise on the Vistula River and witness a unique blend of urban and natural landscapes of the city.

Enjoy an intimate boating experience on a 12-seater Galar ship, armed with a snug blanket.

Get a unique perspective of Warsaw's architectural marvels like the Copernicus Science Center, the National Stadium, and the Warsaw Mermaid.

Did you know? The Vistula River often personified as a lady, plays an integral part in Warsaw's folklore, adding an intriguing layer of local storytelling to your cruise.

1-hour Galar wooden boat cruise

Life jacket

Blanket

You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

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What our guests say
Maksim K
Group
Verified booking
Jun 2026
I really liked it because it looked great—the whole panorama and everything from the boat—and my eyesight is good. It’s really, really good—I highly recommend it.
Mladen S
Couple
Verified booking
3 weeks ago
Everything went well. The experience was great!
Ewa S
Group
Verified booking
Apr 2026
The crew—especially the captain—went out of their way to make us comfortable, served us snacks, and cracked jokes. The app was very helpful in identifying the sights. A great adventure
Collet S
Group
Verified booking
Aug 2025
The atmosphere, the route and the explanations
Luana O
Group
Verified booking
3 days ago

Embrace the Charm of Galar Cruise Journey

Stepping onto our 12-seater Galar wooden boat, an homage to local folk boatbuilding traditions, nestle under a cozy blanket and feel the magic of the city come alive around you. Cruising down the Vistula, the heartline of Warsaw, discover a panoramic view of the city's skyline, and architectural relics of the old town.

Sailing Through Warsaw's Heartbeat

Spot the legendary Warsaw Mermaid or 'Syrenka', armed with a sword and a shield in contrast to her peaceful counterparts worldwide, a symbol of the city's resilience. Witness the panoramic contrast of the old and new town, the monumental National Stadium, and the serene green spaces nestled along the right bank of the Vistula, one of the last wild rivers in Europe.

Itinerary

Traditional Galar boat

Atalanta barge

Poniatowski Bridge

Solec district

Saska Kępa

Poniatówka beach

The National Stadium

Świętokrzyski Bridge

Copernicus Science Centre

University of Warsaw Library

Pedestrian/bicycle bridge

Śląsko-Dąbrowski Bridge

The Royal Castle

Rusałka beach

The Old Town

The Mermaid’s Statue

Warsaw Rowing Association

Important Information

Pets and guide dogs are allowed for this experience.

Please Note: Cruise on the river takes 54 mins, and passengers' onboarding takes 6 mins.

Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.

Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the boarding point.

Please arrive at the boarding point 15 minutes before the scheduled time of your cruise to avoid any delays.

Boarding Point

Board your cruise at krypa.pl - Discover Wisła River - Warszawa- Rejsy.

Address: Generała George’a Smitha Pattona, 00-390 Warszawa, Poland.

Landmark: Mermaid Monument on the Vistula River (Generala George Smitha Patton Boulevard, Warsaw).

From the monument you need to go down the stairs straight to the river.

Then you need to go 300 meters to the right (south) along the boulevard you will see a large white two-level barge called Atalanta Climb up the white gangplank straight to the ship.

On the other side of the barge on the first level (ground floor) there will be a check-in for our two wooden boats.

Please wait by the door that faces the river. The boat will arrive in 5 minutes before your cruise starts.

Get Directions to the Boarding Point

Getting There

By Bus

The closest bus stop is Metro Centrum Nauki Kopernik 03. It is a quick 5-minute walk to the boarding point.

Board buses #162, #N14 and #N64 to get you there.

By Subway

The closest subway service is Centrum Nauki Kopernik. It is a quick 4-minute walk to the boarding point.

Board subway M2 to get you there.