Why choose this Hamburg 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.



Make the most of your Hamburg adventure

What makes Hamburg: 1-hour harbor tour a unique experience ?

New landmarks of Hamburg

Historic buildings and warehouses, small cafes, museums, restaurants, and much more.

A modern and new Hamburg district under development.

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.

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.

Container terminals, container ships, and impressive images of ships being loaded.

Great Hamburg Elbe beach for relaxing, sunbathing, or enjoying a coffee.

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.

A historic tunnel that is still functional and runs under the Elbe from the Landungsbrücken to Steinwerder.

The most successful musical in Hamburg. Additionally, next to it is another musical (which varies) and a beautiful viewing platform.

Tour Description & Additional Info:

  • 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).


Options To Choose for Your Trip:

  • Grand harbor tour (1 hour)
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Hamburg: 1-hour harbor tour Inclusions:

Included with Your Ticket

  • 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.

Not Included

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

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Special Instructions:

    Proceed directly to the ticket counter of Rainer Abicht Elbreederei at Bridge 1 on the promenade or at Bridge 4 by the water.

    At Bridge 1, the barges depart, and at Bridge 4, the large passenger ships set sail.

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  • This Tour is Provided by Rainer Abicht Elbreederei GmbH & Co. KG.
  • Tour Timezone & Starts at Europe/Berlin.
  • Mobile or paper ticket accepted.
  • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
  • This Tour is Rated 2.5 Stars based on 63 valid reviews on VIATOR.
  • Minimum 1 Travelers is required to book.
  • Maximum 15 Travelers is accepted for booking.