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 harbor cruise in Hamburg (based on option selected)
• Live commentary in German
• Audio guide in English, French, Spanish, Italian, Chinese, and Russian
• Disembark at Elbphilharmonie or boarding pier (based on option selected)

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.
• The live commentary is in German only.
• 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.

• 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.
• Level up your trip with an Alster Lake or Elbe River cruise and glide past swanky villas and lush gardens.
• 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
• 60/120-min harbor cruise (based on ticket selected)
• 60-min Alster Lake cruise (based on ticket selected)
• Audio guide in German, English, French, Russian, Italian, Spanish, Danish, Japanese, Chinese, Arabic & Portuguese (on the bus)
• Free sightseeing map and earphones (on the bus)
• German-speaking guide on harbor cruise (based on ticket selected)
• Audio guide in English on cruise (based on ticket selected)
• 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

Harbor cruise

60-min cruise

• First cruise: 10am from St. Pauli Landungsbrücken, Pier 1 & 4
• Last cruise: 5pm from St. Pauli Landungsbrücken, Pier 1 & 4
• Frequency: Every 30-45 mins

120-min cruise

• Departure: 11:30am & 1:30pm from St. Pauli Landungsbrücken, Pier 1 & 4

Alster Lake cruise

• First cruise: 11am from Jungfernstieg pier
• Last cruise: 4pm from Jungfernstieg pier
• Frequency: Every 30 mins

• Keep in mind smoking on the Alster Lake cruises and food & beverages on the harbor cruises are not allowed. Pack wisely!
• The Alster Lake and harbor cruises are wheelchair and pram/stroller accessible.
• Dogs are welcome on the buses.

• You can cancel these tickets up to 24 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.

• Discover Hamburg's highlights on a hop-on hop-off double-decker bus tour – valid for 1 day – with 2 cruise experiences along the harbor and Alster Lake.
• Enjoy a flexible bus schedule as you hop on and off at any of the 20 stops along the Line A route.
• Observe magnificent villas and gardens from a waterfront perspective on a 1-hour harbor cruise and Alster Lake cruise.
• Learn all about the city and its history with an audio narration in 11 languages, complete with headphones, on board the bus.
• See the impressive Rathaus City Hall, Hamburg's seat of government, the 18th-century St. Michael's Church, and more.

Inclusions

• Valid for 1 day
• Unlimited hop-on hop-off access
• Audio guide in 11 languages
• Sightseeing map
• Headphones
• 1-hour Harbor Cruise (optional)
• 1-hour Alster Lake Cruise

Line A

Mon to Thu

• First bus: 9:25am from stop #1 (St. Pauli Landungsbrücken)
• Last bus: 4:55pm from stop #1 (St. Pauli Landungsbrücken)
• Frequency: Every 30 mins
• Popular Stops: Elbphilharmonie, HafenCity & Speicherstadt

Fri to Sun, Public & Bank Holidays

• First bus: 9:15am from stop #1 (St. Pauli Landungsbrücken)
• Last bus: 4:55pm
• Frequency: Every 20 mins

Please click here for a detailed route map and its boarding points & click here to see the winter timetable from 1 February to 29 March 2024.

Harbor Cruise

Apr to Oct

• First cruise at 10am from St. Pauli Landungsbrücken 1 or 4
• Last cruise at 6pm
• Frequency: Every 15 to 30 mins

Nov to Mar

• First cruise at10am from St. Pauli Landungsbrücken 1 or 4
• Last cruise at 6pm
• Frequency: Every 35 to 40 mins

Alster Lake Cruise

• First cruise at 11am from Anleger Jungfernstieg
• Last cruise at 4pm
• Frequency: Every 30 mins

• Tip: With flat roads and dedicated cycle paths throughout the city, Hamburg is a very bike-friendly place. Some hostels and hotels have their own bike rental. Hop on one and ride through the city.
• Facilities: Wheelchair Accessibility, Pram/Stroller Accessibility, Buggy (on prior request).
• The audio guide on the bus is available in English, German, French, Russian, Italian, Spanish, Danish, Japanese, Mandarin, Brazilian Portuguese, and Arabic.
• Dogs are welcome onboard.
• Special events, construction, or other incidents may require Line A services and timetables changes.

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