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Hamburg: 1-hour harbor tour

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Overview

The Hamburg Classic: Experience the grand harbor tour, an uncomplicated way to explore the harbor.

On small barges, you'll enter the Speicherstadt (water levels permitting), traverse HafenCity, and then head to the container port and locks. Passing the musical tent and the Elbphilharmonie, you'll proceed directly to the Landungsbrücken.

With large passenger ships, you'll explore the entire container port, the Elbe beach, and the fish market, getting an up-close look at the impressive container ships. Cruise ships are a common sight here. We also pass by the "Lion King" musical and the Elbphilharmonie before concluding the journey at the Landungsbrücken.

These tours last 1 hour each and are the quintessential way to discover the diverse Hamburg harbor. Seize the opportunity for an unforgettable tour that reflects the dynamic atmosphere of the harbor.

What's Included

  • 1-hour harbor tour with a barge or passenger ship.
  • Free choice of ship even after purchase.
  • Guaranteed daily departures.
  • Drinks and meals (available for booking on-site).
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Bei den St. Pauli Landungsbrücken
Brücke 1, 20359 Hamburg, Germany

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Elbphilharmonie (pass by)

New landmarks of Hamburg
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Speicherstadt (pass by)

Historic buildings and warehouses, small cafes, museums, restaurants, and much more.
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HafenCity (pass by)

A modern and new Hamburg district under development.
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St. Pauli Piers (pass by)

The St. Pauli Landungsbrücken are a large docking station for passenger ships on the northern edge of the Port of Hamburg. The Landungsbrücken are located in the Hamburg district of St. Pauli, between Niederhafen and the St. Pauli Fish Market along the Elbe River.
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Altonaer Fischmarkt (pass by)

The Altona Fish Market is a public market in the Hamburg district of Altona-Altstadt. From fish and groceries to flowers and clothing, you can find everything here on Sundays.
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HHLA Container Terminal Tollerort (CTT) (pass by)

Container terminals, container ships, and impressive images of ships being loaded.
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Elbstrand Ovelgonne (pass by)

Great Hamburg Elbe beach for relaxing, sunbathing, or enjoying a coffee.
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Hamburg Cruise terminal (pass by)

Ort an dem viele Kreuzfahrtschiffe liegen. Je nach Datum dann die Queen Mary 2, AIDA und viele mehr. Unter anderem haben wir hier die Werft Blohm & Voss wo Schiffe gebaut und/oder repariert werden.
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Alter Elbtunnel (pass by)

A historic tunnel that is still functional and runs under the Elbe from the Landungsbrücken to Steinwerder.
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Der Koenig der Loewen (The Lion King) (pass by)

The most successful musical in Hamburg. Additionally, next to it is another musical (which varies) and a beautiful viewing platform.
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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Some of our passenger ships are accessible for those with disabilities (River Star, Louisiana Star, MS Hamburg).
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 400 travelers

Frequently Asked Questions

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Q: Will I get seasick on Hamburg: 1-hour harbor tour?

A: If you have any doubts about becoming seasick on the water, we recommend taking a Dramamine® Motion Sickness Relief tablet the night before your trip. Some people recommend taking it the night before your cruise and then again that morning so you will not feel so drowsy. Read more Feb 2023

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Average 4.11 out of 5 stars based on 109 traveler reviews collected by Cool Destinations and partner sites such as Trustpilot, Viator, and TripAdvisor

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  • 1-hour harbor tour with a barge or passenger ship.
  • Free choice of ship even after purchase.
  • Guaranteed daily departures.
  • Restroom on board
  • Live commentary by the tour guide in German.
  • Audio guide app available in the following languages: English, Spanish, Italian, Russian, Chinese. The "RainerAbicht" app can be downloaded from the Apple Store or Google Play Store.
  • Drinks and meals (available for booking on-site).

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Some of our passenger ships are accessible for those with disabilities (River Star, Louisiana Star, MS Hamburg).
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 400 travelers
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