Currency
Euro (EUR)
Language
German
Time Zone
CET (UTC+1)
Best Time to Visit
May–Aug
Typical Duration
13-14 nights
Price Range
From $3,144 pp
Port Type
Port of Call
Tender Port
No
Gateway to the Baltic Sea with rich medieval architecture and proximity to Copenhagen and Scandinavian capitals on luxury expedition cruises.
Cruises that visit Wismar
Build Your Day in Wismar
Cruise calls are short. Set your ship's arrival time, pick the stops you care about, and we'll show whether they realistically fit before departure.
Ships typically depart around 7:00 PM
Usually about 11 hours ashore
Getting around:
Fischfachgeschäft Seeperle Wismar
If you’re in Wismar and want amazing fish, this is the place to be.
Closed · Opens 8 AM Fri
Wismar Zoo
Not too big, but definitely not too small either, especially for the price.
Closed · Opens 9 AM Fri
WONNEMAR Erlebnisbad Wismar
The spa contains several good quality saunas and outdoor areas to relax.
Open · Closes 9 PM
Old port
Wismar: A coastal gem with vibrant streets and a historic harbor.
Open 24 hours
Ostseecamping Ferienpark Zierow KG
Sunset 🌅 was so beautiful 🤩 electric and water were easy to reach;
Wassertor
In 1922, a scene from the German horror classic NOSFERATU was filmed here.
Open 24 hours
IL Casale | Italienisches Restaurant und Eiscafé im Zollhaus Wismar
Price for 2 for a 3 course meal and drinks roughly around 70euro.
Open · Closes 11 PM
Ahoi Steffen Henssler Wismar
We tried the teriyaki burger and the schnitzel - yummy 😋
Open · Closes 10 PM
Alter Schwede - Historisches Gasthaus
Good German food, located in front of Wismar’s market square.
Open · Closes 9 PM
Fischrestaurant Kutterkaten
Delicious fish, great service.
Closes soon · 8 PM
Bürgerpark Wismar
Place has to be visited if in Wismar!
Open · Closes 10 PM
MEZ Mecklenburger Einkaufszentrum
Especially Kaufland here is very popular.
Closed · Opens 9 AM Fri
RIALTO RESTAURANT
Excellent restaurant with top food quality.the best lamb karee ever.
Open · Closes 10 PM
Café Glücklich
Lovely Café, super nice staff and a really lovely calm atmosphere.
Closed · Opens 9 AM Fri
Wendorf Strand
Picnics
Closed · Opens 9 AM Fri
Brauhaus am Lohberg
Excellent and interesting talk on history of beer making in Germany.
Open · Closes 10 PM
St. George's Church with viewing platform
The observation deck is € 5,00 pp
Closed · Opens 10 AM Fri
NEW ORLEANS American Bar & Restaurant
Really liked the atmosphere and cocktails.
Open · Closes 12 AM
GALERIA Wismar
In-store shopping·In-store pickup
Closed · Opens 10 AM Fri
Marktkauf
Very convenient grocery store with probably the best selection in town
Closes soon · 8 PM
Church of St. Nicholas
Historic place worth viewing
Closed · Opens 10 AM Fri
Dat Schnitzelhus
Traditional schnitzel restaurant.
Open · Closes 9 PM
Strand am Schwarzen Busch
Nice weather, nice white sandy beach.
Open 24 hours
Restaurant Schwedenwache
Good food, friendly service and lovely vibe
Open · Closes 9:30 PM
Restaurant An der Wasserkunst
A quiet atmosphere and really good food.
Open · Closes 10 PM
Gottfried's Steak- und Fischrestaurant
very nice attentive personnel here, tasty fresh fish and warm soups!
Open · Closes 10 PM
Pier Wendorf
Really something which you have to do!!
Open 24 hours
Wismar Marketplace
Picturesque central square of Wismar.
Open 24 hours
SprottenHannes Fisch&so
Excellent service, the food is really good and the price is fair.
Open · Closes 9 PM
Badestrand Zierow
Volleyball court·Picnics·Dogs allowed
Open 24 hours
Fischrestaurant Oberdeck
A special dinner, we will never forget.
Open · Closes 11 PM
Historic old town of Wismar
Open 24 hours
St. Mary's Church Wismar
The visit time is around 45 to 60 minutes and happens with guide and group.
Closed · Opens 10 AM Fri
Sadhu Indisches Restaurant (Wismar)
Delicious food, kind staff, nice outside seating near the waterfront.
Open · Closes 11 PM
Baumhaus Förderverein Poeler Kogge e.V.
Closed · Opens 11 AM Fri
café alte löwenapotheke
Good atmosphere and nice selection of teas and coffees to choose from.
Closed · Opens 9 AM Fri
Restaurant, Kneipe und Café Nicolaiblick
Cozy place, excellent personnel and good food and drinks.
Open · Closes 10 PM
Ukrainisches Café-Restaurant "Natalka"
traditional and very well made, flavorful and nicely presented.
Open · Closes 9 PM
Cafe 28
Friendly staff and nice food
Phoenix Hotel Reuterhaus
It is one of the best restaurants in Wismar.
Open · Closes 10 PM
Der Schlauch
Lecker Whisky.
Opens soon · 8 PM
Bistro Pablo
We had Wakame and Edamame as starters, both great.
Open · Closes 9 PM
kai barcafé
The best coffee I had in Wismar.
Open · Closes 12 AM
City History Museum of Wismar
There was so much to see and it was also very interactive.
Closed · Opens 11 AM Fri
Strand Timmendorf - Insel Poel
Volleyball court·Picnics
Open 24 hours
Kaminstube Wismar
Good food typically german but nice .
Open · Closes 10 PM
ÖXL Café (Frühstück, Mittag, Bar)
Service was excellent, coffee was delicious and the cookie was insane.
Closed · Opens 9 AM Fri
Tourist-Information Wismar
Onsite services
Closed · Opens 9 AM Fri
Cafe & Gallery Sinnenreich
My favourite place in Wismar!
Closed · Opens 12 PM Fri
AMI Asia Küche & Sushi Bar
Friendly courteous service and yummy fresh food affordably priced.
Open · Closes 9 PM
fika. - kaffeebar
Nice coffee, nice atmosphere, nice service and amazing cake!
Closed · Opens 12 PM Fri
Welt-Erbe-Haus
Small museum with small discoveries in every corner.
Closed · Opens 9 AM Fri
Buddha Restaurant
Fresh flavors, nice ambiance, and very reasonable prices.
Open · Closes 10 PM
HanseHof Wismar
In-store pickup
Closes soon · 8 PM
H&M
I had a really great shopping experience at the H&M store in Wismar.
Closed · Opens 10 AM Fri
Restaurant PFAU
Tradition meets modern cooking art.
Closed · Opens 9:30 AM Fri
Gollwitzer Strand
Picnics·Dogs allowed
Open 24 hours
VielSinn Gaststube
The flavors are incredible, and the dishes are creatively prepared.
Open · Closes 10 PM
Restaurant Frische Grube
The place to go in wismar to have a nice, exquisit dinner.
Open · Closes 10 PM
Fellfresse
Was a great place to enjoy a nice cold beer.
Open · Closes 2 AM
Restaurant Alte Garage
Dine-in·No delivery
Open · Closes 10 PM
Vietnam Quan
The flavors were fresh and unique.
Open · Closes 10 PM
Einkaufszentrum Drewespark
Promenaden-Center
In-store pickup
Closes soon · 8 PM
Café SOULH
Best coffee in town!
Closed · Opens 9:30 AM Fri
Restaurant klein&fein
Excellent food and service.
Open · Closes 10 PM
Tafelhuus Restaurant
Outdoor seating·Vegan options·High chairs
Open · Closes 10 PM
Burgwall Einkaufszentrum
Rewe and Norma are my favorite.
Open · Closes 10 PM
Rauschen Bar
Just found this spot in Wismar and it's definitely my favorite place.
Open · Closes 11 PM
Badestelle Tressower See
The water temperature in the lake is good.
Apartments in the vault
Studentenclub "Block 17" e.V
Dancing
Closed · Opens 11 PM Sat
Nudist beach Hinterwangern
Open 24 hours
Stuuv - Brauerei & Schenke
They only have 2 beers but they are both excellent, particularly the Pils.
Open · Closes 12 AM
Theatergaststätte - Heiko Lange
Cash-only·Live performances·Dogs allowed
Closed · Opens 5 PM Fri
Meersachen Wismar
In-store pickup·Delivery
Closed · Opens 10 AM Fri
Café 180 Wismar
Excellent coffee, friendly and smily service.
Closed · Opens 11 AM Fri
Wasserkunst Wismar
Open 24 hours
Ostsee Strand Hohen Wieschendorf
Open 24 hours
Strand
Open 24 hours
Stadt Wismar
Open 24 hours
Restaurant Stern
Outdoor seating·Vegan options·Kids' menu
Open · Closes 11 PM
Wismar Holzhafen
Outdoor seating
Opening hours are indicative — always confirm before you go. Travel times are estimates from Google Maps.
About Wismar
Wismar serves as a charming port of call on Northern European cruise itineraries, with three distinguished cruise lines including Seabourn, Atlas Ocean Voyages, and PONANT EXPLORATIONS calling here regularly. With five upcoming cruises and a typical voyage length of nine nights, this Baltic destination attracts travelers exploring routes that connect Copenhagen, Dover, Gdansk, and Amsterdam. The port experiences peak activity during May and August, making these months ideal for those planning a Wismar visit.
Stepping ashore in this UNESCO-listed Hanseatic town, cruise passengers discover a remarkably well-preserved medieval harbor district with striking brick architecture and vibrant waterfront character. Whether you're interested in exploring centuries of Baltic maritime history or simply soaking in the authentic charm of a working German port city, Wismar offers a refreshing contrast to larger cruise destinations while remaining easily accessible for a few hours or a full day of exploration.
Stepping ashore in this UNESCO-listed Hanseatic town, cruise passengers discover a remarkably well-preserved medieval harbor district with striking brick architecture and vibrant waterfront character. Whether you're interested in exploring centuries of Baltic maritime history or simply soaking in the authentic charm of a working German port city, Wismar offers a refreshing contrast to larger cruise destinations while remaining easily accessible for a few hours or a full day of exploration.
Cruise Lines at Wismar
- Seabourn (14 cruises)
- Atlas Ocean Voyages (1 cruise)
- PONANT EXPLORATIONS (1 cruise)
Cruises Departing From Wismar
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the notable landmarks in Wismar?
Key landmarks include St.-Marien-Kirchturm in Wismar's town center and St.-Georgen-Kirche with its viewing platform.
Where is Wismar located?
Wismar is a port city in Germany, located at latitude 53.8979416 and longitude 11.4516022.
What is the UN/LOCODE and port type for Wismar?
The UN/LOCODE is DEWIS and the port type is official_port.
Are there images available that showcase Wismar?
Yes, images depict St.-Marien-Kirchturm, church interiors and harbour views from Wismar.