Hamburg Tours | Explore the Best of the Hanseatic City

A boat tour you tailor by duration and route, with live commentary and the option to end at Elbphilharmonie.

• Starting point: Board at the harbor piers shown on your voucher in Hamburg.
• Sights covered: See Speicherstadt warehouses, HafenCity, Elbphilharmonie, and container terminals from the water.
• Options: Choose a 1or 2 hour tour duration to match how long you want to stay on the water.
• Everything you get: Boat ride, live German commentary, choice to disembark at Elbphilharmonie or return to the original pier.

Inclusions #

• 1 or 2-hour Hamburg harbor cruise (as per option selected)

• Live commentary in German

• Disembark at Elbphilharmonie or pier

Exclusions #

• Food & drinks

• English-language commentary

What to bring

• ID: Carry your passport or a valid ID card.
• Earphones: Bring your own earphones to enjoy the audio guide comfortably.

Accessibility

• Wheelchairs and strollers: Wheelchairs and strollers are better accommodated on the larger passenger ship.
• Departure time: The exact departure time for the larger passenger ship will be confirmed at the meeting point.

What’s not allowed

• Weapons and sharp objects: Weapons and sharp objects are not allowed onboard the cruise.
• Outside food: Outside food is not permitted on board.

Additional information

• Audio app: Download the audio guide app before your visit to avoid any network issues at the harbor.
• Audio guides: You can request audio guides in additional languages directly from the crew on board.
• Barge departures: If your harbor tour runs on a barge, you can buy drinks at the pier before departure.
• Route changes: Winter operations may result in longer-than-usual 45-minute departure intervals.

Romantic 90 minute cruise for couples, with city lights and skyline views shimmering on the water.

• Starting point: Board at Landungsbrucken Bridge 3 in Hamburg.
• Sights covered: See the red brick warehouses of Speicherstadt and Hamburg's modern HafenCity district beautifully illuminated in the evening.
• Options: Choose a barge cruise or a ship cruise to match your preferred style of evening harbor experience.
• Everything you get: 90 minute harbor tour with live German commentary, daily departures, guaranteed operation, and alternative ships if Speicherstadt is not navigable.

Inclusions #

• 90-minute evening harbor lights tour through the Port of Hamburg

• Cruise on barge (as per option selected)

• Cruise on ship (as per option selected)

• Live commentary in German

• Daily departures as per schedule

• Guaranteed execution

• Alternative ships if Speicherstadt not navigable

Exclusions #

• Food and drinks

• English commentary

What to bring

• Ticket: Present your valid ticket or booking confirmation at boarding.
• Child ID: Carry proof of age if you are bringing children up to 5 years old who travel free.

Additional information

• Meeting point: Board at Landungsbrucken Bridge 3, 20359 Hamburg, Germany.
• Public transport: Reach the pier via U-Bahn or S-Bahn to Landungsbrucken station.
• Operations: Daily departures operate according to the published schedule.

You can join the tour at any stop and hop on and off for the duration of your ticket. Please click here for the detailed route map and boarding points. Line A (bus tour) Summer (Apr 1 to Oct 31)

• First bus: 9:35am from Main Station Kirchenallee
• Last bus: 5:05pm from Main Station Kirchenallee (last full loop)*
• Frequency: Every 15–20 mins (Mon–Thu); every 15 mins (Fri–Sun & public holidays)
• Popular stops: St. Michael's Church, Rathaus, Jungfernstieg, Planten un Blomen, Elbphilharmonie (Überseequartier)

Winter (Nov 1 to Dec 31)

• First bus: 9:35am from Main Station Kirchenallee
• Last bus: 3:05pm from Main Station Kirchenallee (Fri & Sun) / 4:05pm (Sat, last full loop)*
• Frequency: Every 15–30 mins (Fri–Sun); every 15 mins on Saturdays
• Popular stops: St. Michael's Church, Rathaus, Jungfernstieg, Planten un Blomen, Elbphilharmonie (Überseequartier)

Winter (Jan 1 to Jan 31)

• First bus: 10:35am from Main Station Kirchenallee (Mon–Fri); 9:35am (Sat)
• Last bus: 12:35pm from Main Station Kirchenallee (Mon–Fri) / 3:05pm (Sat, last full loop)*
• Frequency: Limited weekday departures; every 15–30 mins on Saturdays
• Popular stops: St. Michael's Church, Rathaus, Jungfernstieg, Planten un Blomen, Elbphilharmonie (Überseequartier)

Winter (Feb 1 to Mar 31)

• First bus: 9:35am from Main Station Kirchenallee
• Last bus: 3:05pm from Main Station Kirchenallee (Fri & Sun) / 4:05pm (Sat, last full loop)*
• Frequency: Every 15–30 mins (Fri–Sun); every 15 mins on Saturdays
• Popular stops: St. Michael's Church, Rathaus, Jungfernstieg, Planten un Blomen, Elbphilharmonie (Überseequartier)

Alster Lake Cruise Winter (Jan 1 to Mar 31)

• First cruise: 11am
• Last cruise: 4pm
• Frequency: 11am, 12:30pm, 2:30pm & 4pm

Summer (Apr 2 to Oct 4)

• First cruise: 10:30am
• Last cruise: 6pm (6:30pm on Thursdays, Fridays & Saturdays)
• Frequency: Every 30 mins

Autumn (Oct 5 to Oct 31)

• First cruise: 10:30am
• Last cruise: 5pm
• Frequency: Every 60 mins

Winter (Nov 1 to Dec 31)

• First cruise: 10:30am
• Last cruise: 4pm (4:30pm on Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays & public holidays)
• Frequency: 10:30am, 12:30pm, 2:30pm & 4pm, with additional departures at 11:30am, 1:30pm, 3pm & 4:30pm on Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays & public holidays.

Blue Line (bus tour) 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 (Apr 1 to Oct 31)

• First bus: 9:45am from Main Station Kirchenalle
• Last bus: 5:50pm from Main Station Kirchenalle
• Frequency: Every 60 mins
• Popular stops: St. Michael’s Church, Townhall, Goose Market

Winter (Nov 1 to Mar 31)

• First bus: 9:45am from Main Station Kirchenalle
• Last bus: 3:50pm from Main Station Kirchenalle
• Frequency: Every 60 mins
• Popular stops: St. Michael’s Church, Townhall, Goose Market

Harbor/River cruise Summer (Mar 1 to Oct 31)

• First cruise: 10am from Landing Bridges, Bridge 1
• Last cruise: 6pm from Landing Bridges, Bridge 1 (7pm from Fri to Sun)
• Frequency: Every 20 mins

Winter (Nov 1 to the end of February)

• First cruise: 10am from Landing Bridges, Bridge 1
• Last cruise: 5pm from Landing Bridges, Bridge 1
• Frequency: Every 30 mins

Inclusions #

• 1-day unlimited hop-on hop-off tour

• Access to Line A route (as per option selected)

• Access to Blue Line route (as per option selected)

• Free map and earphones on bus (as per option selected)

• Mobile app with live bus tracking (as per option selected)

• 60-min Alster Lake cruise (as per option selected)

• 60 or 120-min harbor cruise (as per option selected)

• Commentary/audio on the cruise (as per option selected)

• Audio guide in 11 or 6 languages (as per option selected)

Accessibility

• Dogs: Dogs are welcome on the buses.

Additional information

• Add-on details: Specific details related to the add-ons in your tickets will be shared in the ticket post-booking.
• Discounts: Special prices are available for families and seniors.

Ticket you can use any day, ideal if you want freedom in your evening plans.

• Starting point: Board at St. Pauli Landungsbrücken Piers in central Hamburg, along the waterfront promenade.
• Sights covered: See Hamburg's historic Speicherstadt brick warehouses and the huge container port dramatically lit by cranes, ships, and reflections at night.
• Everything you get: A 1.5-hour tour on your through Speicherstadt and the container port, with German commentary and a 1-year open ticket.

Inclusions #

• 1.5-hour evening lights tour through the Speicherstadt and container port (depending on the tide)

• Live commentary by the captain in German

• Flexible open ticket valid for one year

Exclusions #

• Headphones

• Guaranteed passage through Speicherstadt (depends on tide)

• Barrier-free access on all ships

• Food and drinks

• Transportation to and from the meeting point

What to bring

• Headphones: Headphones are not provided.

Accessibility

• Wheelchair access: Only some ships are barrier free; many vessels on this route are not accessible.
• Accessible ships: Barrier free ships RIVER STAR, HAMBURG, and LOUISIANA STAR are accessible via gangway.
• Accessible departures: There are no fixed departure times for barrier free ships, so plan extra flexibility.
• Accessibility check: Please call the office before departure if you require barrier free access.
• Facilities: Barrier free ships offer appropriate accessible sanitary facilities on board.

Additional information

• Ticket validity: Your ticket is a flexible open ticket and is valid for one year from the purchase date.
• Operation days: The evening lights tour operates daily throughout the year.
• Departure times: Departure times vary by season, so please check the departure calendar.
• Boarding time: Boarding for the evening lights tour begins 1 hour before the scheduled departure.
• Arrival recommendation: Arrive at the meeting point 30 to 45 minutes before departure for better seat choice.
• Route conditions: The tour is subject to tidal conditions, so the route may change with the tides.
• Special events: On major events like Port Anniversary or New Year’s Eve, special evening cruises operate.
• Rescheduling: You do not need to notify in advance to reschedule; just bring your valid ticket to the pier.
• Cancellation: Receive a full refund when you cancel at least 24 hours before the start time.

Pair a guided Elbphilharmonie visit with a harbor cruise to see Hamburg from two perspectives.

• What you get at the Elbphilharmonie: Join a 1-hour guided tour with Plaza entry and a Tube ride, with a certified guide providing commentary in German or English.
• What you get on the Hamburg harbor cruise: Take a 1-hour cruise with live German or English commentary, seeing the port, quays, and working ships from the water.
• Why this combo works: The two experiences cover Hamburg’s waterfront from land and water, making them easy to combine in one itinerary without booking separate tours.

Inclusions #

• 1-hour Elbphilharmonie guided tour

• Entry to Elbphilharmonie Plaza

• 1-hour Hamburg harbor cruise

• Tube to Elbphilharmonie Plaza

• Certified German or English-speaking guide (as per option selected)

• Live German or English commentary onboard (as per option selected)

Exclusions #

• Tour of the Elbphilharmonie concert halls

Additional information

• ID requirement: Carry a valid passport or ID card for your Elbphilharmonie visit.
• Speicherstadt route: Choose the barge for your harbor cruise if you want to sail through the Speicherstadt, as large passenger ships cannot pass under the low bridges.
• Low tide note: Be aware that during low tide, the canals of the Speicherstadt district cannot be used on the harbor tour.

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 (Apr 1 to Oct 31)

• First bus: 9:45am from Main Station Kirchenalle
• Last bus: 5:50pm from Main Station Kirchenalle
• Frequency: Every 60 mins
• Popular stops: St. Michael’s Church, Townhall, Goose Market

Winter (Nov 1 to Mar 31)

• First bus: 9:45am from Main Station Kirchenalle
• Last bus: 3:50pm from Main Station Kirchenalle
• Frequency: Every 60 mins
• Popular stops: St. Michael’s Church, Townhall, Goose Market

Harbor cruise Summer (Mar 1 to Oct 31)

• First cruise: 10am from Landing Bridges, Bridge 1
• Last cruise: 6pm from Landing Bridges, Bridge 1 (7pm from Fri to Sun)
• Frequency: Every 20 mins

Winter (Nov 1 to the end of February)

• First cruise: 10am from Landing Bridges, Bridge 1
• Last cruise: 5pm from Landing Bridges, Bridge 1
• Frequency: Every 30 mins

Inclusions #

Hamburg Hop-On Hop-Off Tour

• 1-day unlimited hop-on hop-off tour

• Access to Blue Line route

• Live guide in German

• Audio guide in English, French, Spanish, Russian, Italian & German

Hamburg Harbor Cruise

• 1-hour Hamburg Harbor cruise

• Live commentary

• Audio guide in English

Accessibility

Hop-on hop-off tour

• Accessibility: The buses are wheelchair and pram/stroller accessible.

Additional information

Hop-on hop-off tour

• Service changes: During special events, construction, or other incidents, Line A services and timetables may change.
• Pets: Guide dogs and pets are welcome onboard.

Harbor cruise

• Add-on details: Specific details about the cruise included with your ticket will be shared after booking.

Inclusions #

• 1.5-hour Hamburg Harbor cruise

• Live commentary in German

• Audio guide app in English, French, Spanish, Italian, Chinese & Russian

Inclusions #

• 2-hour harbor cruise

• Live commentary in German

• Captain & barge guides

What’s not allowed

• Concert hall access: Entry to the Elbphilharmonie concert halls is not included in this tour.

Additional information

• Ticket availability: Appointments are confirmed according to the Elbphilharmonie and its limited Plaza ticket contingent for guided tours.
• Alternative dates: If no more Plaza tickets are issued, a suitable alternative date is booked as soon as possible.
• Outside-only tours: In exceptional cases, the guide may report on the Elbphilharmonie from outside only.
• Plaza visit after outside tour: You can still go to the Plaza free of charge after the official tour if it only takes place from outside.
• Plaza closure: In rare cases, mainly for security reasons, the Elbphilharmonie may not allow access to the Plaza.
• Age requirement for beer options: Tours that include Störtebeker beer are only open to individuals who are over 18 years old.

Inclusions #

• Entry to Elbphilharmonie Plaza

• 1-hour guided tour of Elbphilharmonie

• Skip-the-line access to the plaza (as per option selected)

• German/English-speaking guide (as per option selected)

• Exterior and interior tour commentary (as per option selected)

• Ride the Tube to the plaza of the Elbphilharmonie (as per option selected)

• French rolls & coffee (as per option selected)

• Störtebeker beer (as per option selected)

Exclusions #

• Entry to the Elbphilharmonie concert halls

• Tour of Concert Halls

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 (Apr 1 to Oct 31)

• First bus: 9:45am from Main Station Kirchenalle
• Last bus: 5:50pm from Main Station Kirchenalle
• Frequency: Every 60 mins
• Popular stops: St. Michael’s Church, Townhall, Goose Market

Winter (Nov 1 to Mar 31)

• First bus: 9:45am from Main Station Kirchenalle
• Last bus: 3:50pm from Main Station Kirchenalle
• Frequency: Every 60 mins
• Popular stops: St. Michael’s Church, Townhall, Goose Market

Harbor cruise Summer (Mar 1 to Oct 31)

• First cruise: 10am from Landing Bridges, Bridge 1
• Last cruise: 6pm from Landing Bridges, Bridge 1 (7pm from Fri to Sun)
• Frequency: Every 20 mins

Winter (Nov 1 to the end of February)

• First cruise: 10am from Landing Bridges, Bridge 1
• Last cruise: 5pm from Landing Bridges, Bridge 1
• Frequency: Every 30 mins

Inclusions #

• 1-day unlimited hop-on hop-off bus tour

• Access to Blue Line route

• 60-min Elbe river cruise with English audio guide (as per option selected)

• Live commentary

• Audio guide in English, French, Spanish, Russian, Italian & German (on the bus)

Accessibility

• Assistance: If you require special accommodations, please contact the service provider in advance so they can try to assist you.

Additional information

• Service changes: During special events, construction, or other incidents, the services and timetable may be subject to change.
• Add-on details: Specific details related to the add-ons in your tickets will be shared in the ticket post-booking.
• Children: Children under 6 years can join free of charge.