Hamburg Tours | Explore the Best of the Hanseatic City

• Experience the maritime magic of Hamburg as you glide through its harbor and the canals of Speicherstadt, where centuries of history come alive before your eyes.
• With live commentary in German by a skipper on board or a downloadable audio guide, learn about all the largest seaports in Germany.
• Explore the historic warehouse district of Speicherstadt and the contemporary Hafen City where you can witness the impressive Elbphilharmonie in all its glory.
• Cruise past the famous Fischmarkt, the docks by Blohm and Voss, and the giant container terminals and soak up the busy atmosphere!
• Choose between a 1, 1.5, or 2-hour cruise to make the most out of your time in Hamburg.

Inclusions

• 1 to 2-hour Hamburg harbor cruise (based on option selected)
• Live commentary in German
• Disembarkation at Elbphilharmonie or return to the original boarding pier (as per selected option)

Exclusions

• Beverages (Can be purchased on the cruise)

• Tip: Pair your harbor adventure with a visit to the Miniatur Wunderland or the Elbphilharmonie for a full Hamburg experience.
• Live or audio commentary is typically available in German and English on most departures. You can also request audio guides in other languages—just ask the crew onboard.
• Food and drinks are only available on the passenger ships, but if the harbor tour is on a barge, you can purchase drinks before the trip starts.
• Wheelchairs and strollers are best accommodated on the larger passenger ship. The departure time for this ship will be confirmed at the meeting point.
• Speicherstadt may not be reachable depending on the tide; alternative routes will be taken.

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

• Experience the magic of Hamburg Harbor on a grand evening cruise, complete with breathtaking views of the city's illuminating landmarks.
• Learn fascinating tales about the city's maritime heritage from a live German commentary on board.
• Explore the 'Venice of the North' as you navigate Speicherstadt's narrow canals and its century-old warehouses.
• Discover the hidden gem of Tollerort, the smallest container terminal, before sailing past the serene Elbstrand and Fischmarkt.
• Opt for a comprehensive harbor tour to explore the entire port, or immerse yourself in the enchanting Speicherstadt on a dedicated cruise.

Inclusions

• 1 to 1.5-hour Hamburg Harbor or Speicherstadt cruise (based on option selected)
• Live commentary in German
• Boarding on a barge (as per option selected)

Exclusions

• Food & drinks (available for purchase)

• Tip: Visit the fish market, an integral part of Hamburg's culture that offers a wide range of items from seafood to souvenirs.
• This experience is not suitable for wheelchair users.
• Speicherstadt may not be reachable depending on the tide; alternative routes will be taken.
• Safety is a priority so this experience is restricted for guests under the age of 5 years.

• You can cancel these tickets up to 48 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

• Discover the vibrant city of Hamburg in the most fun way possible, with a 1-day hop-on-hop-off bus tour.
• Jump on and off the bus as many times as you want, with 15 stops along the route and buses arriving every 60 mins.
• You can also opt for a 60-min harbor boat cruise along the scenic Elbe River and see historic piers and some of the largest ports in Europe.
• The double-decker buses come with GPS-controlled audio guides in multiple languages and you can hear about the sights as you pass by.
• Some of the must-visit spots along your route include the scenic Alster Lake, expansive Outer Alster, 18th-century St. Michaelis Church, and more.

Inclusions

• 1-day unlimited hop-on hop-off tour
• 60-min Elbe river cruise with English audio guide (based on option selected)
• Audio guide in English, French, Spanish, Russian, Italian & German (on the bus)
• Free sightseeing map & headphones (on the bus)
• Free child (aged 5 and under) tickets

Please click here for the detailed route map and boarding points.

You can join the tour at any stop and hop on and off for the duration of your ticket.

Bus route

Summer (Nov 1 to Mar 31)

• First bus: 9:45am from Central station Kirchenalle
• Last bus: 6:25pm from Central station Kirchenalle
• Frequency: Every 60 mins
• Popular stops: St. Michalis Church, Townhall, Goose Market

Winter (Apr 1 to Oct 31)

• First bus: 9:45am from Central station Kirchenalle
• Last bus: 4:25pm from Central station Kirchenalle
• Frequency: Every 60 mins
• Popular stops: St. Michalis Church, Townhall, Goose Market

Harbor cruise

Summer (Easter to Oct 31)

• First cruise: 10am from Landungsbrücken, Bridge 1
• Last cruise: 6pm from Landungsbrücken, Bridge 1 (7pm from Fri to Sun)
• Frequency: Every 15-30 mins

Winter (Nov to Easter)

• First cruise: 10am from Landungsbrücken, Bridge 1
• Last cruise: 5pm from Landungsbrücken, Bridge 1
• Frequency: Every 30-45 mins

• Require special accommodations for your disability? Rest assured you can contact the service provider and they'll try to assist you.
• Note that during special events, construction, or other incidents the services and timetable are subject to change.

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

• Hamburg at your fingertips! This 1-day hop-on hop-off bus tour is your ticket to explore, it's sightseeing spots on your terms.
• Every 30 mins, your buses await! With 20 stops scattered around the city’s coolest spots, you'll be ticking off your bucket list on the go.
• Your personal tour guide is built right in! The open-top bus comes with a multi-language GPS audio guide – it's like having a local bestie.
• Roll past the city’s modern marvels, gawk at St. Michael's Church's baroque beauty, and get lost in Speicherstadt's brick wonderland.

Inclusions

• 1-day unlimited hop-on hop-off tour
• Audio guide in German, English, French, Russian, Italian, Spanish, Danish, Japanese, Chinese, Arabic & Portuguese
• Free sightseeing map and earphones
• Mobile app with a detailed map and live bus tracking
• Special prices for families/kids/seniors

Please click here for the detailed route map and boarding points.
You can join the tour at any stop and hop on and off for the duration of your ticket.
Line A (bus tour)
Apr to Oct

• First bus: 9:25am from stop 1 (St. Pauli Landungsbrücken) (9:15am from Fri to Sun & public holidays)
• Last bus: 4:55pm from stop 1 (St. Pauli Landungsbrücken) (4:55pm from Fri to Sun & public holidays)
• Frequency: Every 20-30 mins
• Popular stops: HBF/Kirchenallee, Rathaus, Singapurstrasse

Nov to Jan 5 & Feb 1 to Mar 31

• First bus: 9:55am from stop 1 (St. Pauli Landungsbrücken) (9:25am from Fri to Sun & public holidays)
• Last bus: 2:55pm from stop 1 (St. Pauli Landungsbrücken) (3:55am on Sat)
• Frequency: Every 30-60 mins
• Popular stops: HBF/Kirchenallee, Rathaus, Singapurstrasse

Jan 8 to Jan 31

• First bus: 9:55am from stop 1 (St. Pauli Landungsbrücken) (9:25 on Sat)
• Last bus: 2:55pm from stop 1 (St. Pauli Landungsbrücken)
• Frequency: Every 30-60 mins
• Popular stops: HBF/Kirchenallee, Rathaus, Singapurstrasse

Accessibility

• Dogs are welcome on the buses.

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

• Enter the impressive Elbphilharmonie and soak in the maritime flair of the port of Hamburg on a 1-hour harbor cruise with this money-saving combo ticket.
• An expert German-speaking tour guide will take you through the marvelous Elbphilharmonie, giving you further insight into this gigantic and time-consuming building project.
• Ride the longest curved escalator to the Elbphilharmonie Plaza, giving you a bird's eye view of the sprawling harbor.
• Set sail on an exciting 1-hour Hamburg harbor cruise aboard either on a traditional barge or a spacious salon ship. Your choice!
• A skipper on board the cruise will provide live commentary in German, ensuring you gather a deeper understanding of your surroundings.

Inclusions

Elbphilharmonie

• 1-hour guided tour of the exterior and interior of the Elbphilharmonie
• Certified German-speaking guide
• Entry to the Elbphilharmonie Plaza
• Tube to the Plaza

Hamburg Harbor Cruise

• 1-hour harbor cruise
• Live commentary in German
• Boarding on a barge or passenger ship

Exclusions

Elbphilharmonie

• Tour of the Elbphilharmonie concert halls

• Board your cruise at St. Pauli Landungsbrücken.

Elbphilharmonie

• Tip: Be sure to check out the other points of interest near Elbphilharmonie such as the Warehouse District Museum (Speicherstadtmuseum), Speicherstadt Coffee Roastery (Speicherstadt Kaffeerösterei) and Miniatur Wunderland.
• A passport or ID card is required.

Hamburg Harbor Cruise

• Tip: Be sure to carry a camera with you as you will have several great photo opportunities.
• Note: If you want to cruise through the Speicherstadt, you should opt for the barge as the bridges in the Speicherstadt region are too low for the large passenger ships to get through.
• During low tides, the canals of the Speicherstadt district can not be used during the harbor tour.

• Meet your guide at the U-Bahn station Baumwall, (exit direction Kehrwiederspitze/entrance Kehrwiederspitze).
• Address: Baumwall (Elbphilharmonie), 20459 Hamburg, Germany.
• This is located at the foot of the stairs in front of the “Back Shop” (kiosk) under the railway bridge.
• Get Directions to the Meeting Point

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