Hamburg: 1-hour harbor tour

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Hamburg: 1-hour harbor tour
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.
Free cancellation

What's included

  • 1-hour harbor tour with a barge or passenger ship.
  • Free choice of ship even after purchase.
  • 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.
  • Guaranteed daily departures.
  • Live commentary by the tour guide in German.
  • RESTROOM_ON_BOARD

What's not included

  • Drinks and meals (available for booking on-site).

Itinerary

  1. New landmarks of Hamburg
  2. Historic buildings and warehouses, small cafes, museums, restaurants, and much more.
  3. A modern and new Hamburg district under development.
  4. 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.
  5. 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.
  6. Container terminals, container ships, and impressive images of ships being loaded.
  7. Great Hamburg Elbe beach for relaxing, sunbathing, or enjoying a coffee.
  8. 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.
  9. A historic tunnel that is still functional and runs under the Elbe from the Landungsbrücken to Steinwerder.
  10. The most successful musical in Hamburg. Additionally, next to it is another musical (which varies) and a beautiful viewing platform.

Meeting & end point

Meeting point
Bitte kommen Sie zu den Landungsbrücken, Brücke 1. Oben an der Promenade finden Sie Mitarbeiter der Rainer Abicht Elbreederei, die Ihnen zeigen werden, wo das Schiff abfährt.
End point
Bitte kommen Sie zu den Landungsbrücken, Brücke 1. Oben an der Promenade finden Sie Mitarbeiter der Rainer Abicht Elbreederei, die Ihnen zeigen werden, wo das Schiff abfährt.

Practical information

Operated by
Rainer Abicht Elbreederei GmbH & Co. KG
Max group size
400 travellers
Travellers per booking
1–15
Languages
de, ru, cmn, en, it, fr, es
Confirmation
INSTANT

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation available.

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Important notes

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Some of our passenger ships are accessible for those with disabilities (River Star, Louisiana Star, MS Hamburg).

Frequently asked questions

This tour lasts approximately 1 hour. Allow a little extra time at either end if you need to transfer between the ship and the excursion meeting point.

The excursion price typically covers transport, a qualified guide, and the activities listed in the description above. Meals, gratuities, personal shopping, and any entrance fees not mentioned in the description are usually paid separately on the day.

Age and fitness guidance for this excursion is not specified in the data we hold. The tour description above is the best guide — if you have any specific concerns, contact your cruise line's excursion desk before departing the ship.