Sightseeing Cruises

Combo (Save 8%): Hamburg Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour + Hamburg Harbor Cruise

Name: Combo (Save 8%): Hamburg Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour + Hamburg Harbor Cruise
Start: 2026-09-16T11:45:00
End: 2026-09-16T18:00:00
Location: Hamburg

Discover Hamburg's landmarks with a 1-day hop-on-hop-off bus pass and cruise the River Elbe with an audio guide in this cost-saving combo.

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Boarding on the Barge at Brücke 1 + 1-Day Hop-On Hop-Off Pass

~~Original price€43~~

€39.56

8% off

Boarding on the Barge at Landungsbrücken, Brücke 1
1-hour harbor cruise
Live commentary in German
Audio guide in English, French, Spanish, Italian, Russian and Chinese
1-day hop-on hop-off tour
Audio guide in English, French, Spanish, Russian, Italian & German
Sightseeing map
Headphones

Boarding on the Barge at Landungsbrücken, Brücke 3 + 1-Day Hop-On Hop-Off Pass

~~Original price€43~~

€39.56

8% off

Boarding on the Barge at Landungsbrücken, Brücke 3
1-hour harbor cruise
Live commentary in German
Audio guide in English
1-day hop-on hop-off tour
Audio guide in English, French, Spanish, Russian, Italian & German
Sightseeing map
Headphones

Boarding on the Passenger Ship at Landungsbrücken, Brücke 1 + 1-Day Hop-On Hop-Off Pass

~~Original price€51~~

€46.92

8% off

Boarding on the Passenger Ship at Landungsbrücken, Brücke 1
1-hour harbor cruise
Live commentary in German
Audio guide in English, French, Spanish, Italian, Russian and Chinese
1-day hop-on hop-off tour
Audio guide in English, French, Spanish, Russian, Italian & German
Sightseeing map
Headphones

4.5/5(1,221)

Brigitte P

Couple

Verified booking

Today

Very beautiful route in the Port of Hamburg. It was very impressive to get so close to those huge container ships! Unfortunately, I didn't understand much of the guide's commentary, as he spoke very, very fast in German, but he really seemed to put a lot of energy into keeping the passengers well-informed. Thank you, Brigitte

Claudia S

Group

Verified booking

Jul 2026

Captain Matthias was very entertaining. Time flew by, and we learned a lot of interesting things about Hamburg’s past and present during the hour-long cruise on a ship that’s over 100 years old. We had a great time! THANK YOU!

Alexia T

Couple

Verified booking

Jun 2026

The trip was really nice and interesting. The captain made the tour fun and enjoyable. There wouldn't have been any time for a meal on board! Luckily, the weather cooperated!!

Sascha P

Family

Verified booking

May 2026

We really enjoyed the knowledgeable, informative, and thoroughly humorous tour of the harbor, even if it wasn’t always entirely accurate and occasionally included some old-fashioned “wife jokes.” The 30-minute delay in departure time was negative and incomprehensible: The departure time was listed as 3:30 p.m. at the time of booking and in the app, and we were told to arrive early. Departing at 4:00 p.m. without communicating this is not good and comes across as unprofessional.

Adam S

Couple

Verified booking

Apr 2026

The trip itself was amusing and interesting. The captain very professional and telling funny stories. The only issue I have is that; we were instructed by Headout to proceed to peer 6 at 14:00 hours to board the ship. When we came there at 13:55 it appeared the at peer 6 is only the office of the Barkassen-Meyer Touristik GmbH and we were immediatelly directed to run to peer 2 were the ship was waiting for us. We were just on time and a little out of breath when arriving to the ship.

Explore Hamburg with the 1-day hop-on-hop-off bus pass, featuring 15 stops, buses every 60 mins, and GPS-controlled audio guides.

Explore renowned sites such as the Outer Alster, a favored spot for boating and sailing, and the lively Goose Market.

Board a barge or passenger ship and set sail on the River Elbe for a 1-hour cruise. Enjoy live commentary in German from the onboard skipper.

Enjoy an English audio guide as you pass Hamburg Fischmarkt, the docks by Blohm and Voss, and admire the Elbphilharmonie.

Fun fact: The River Elbe is approximately 1,094 kilometers long, making it one of Central Europe's major rivers.

Hamburg HOHO pass

1-day unlimited hop-on hop-off tour

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

Free sightseeing map & headphones

Free child (aged 5 and under) tickets

Harbor cruise

Harbor cruise in Hamburg

Live commentary in German

Audio guide in English, French, Spanish, Italian, Chinese, and Russian

Disembark at Elbphilharmonie or boarding pier (based on the option selected)

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

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What our guests say
Kathrin E
Solo
Verified booking
2 weeks ago
The conversation was funny and informative
Claudia S
Group
Verified booking
Jul 2026
Captain Matthias was very entertaining. Time flew by, and we learned a lot of interesting things about Hamburg’s past and present during the hour-long cruise on a ship that’s over 100 years old. We had a great time! THANK YOU!
Mathias S
Couple
Verified booking
Jul 2026
It was a fine tour around the harbour, but - coming from Denmark, where we always translate everything to English - it was a little annoying that everything was in German
Friedemann G
Couple
Verified booking
Jul 2026
A lovely harbor tour featuring the Speicherstadt and detailed commentary from the captain
Martina S
Family
Verified booking
Jun 2026
A very friendly and entertaining captain. Not at all dry or boring.

Hamburg HOHO pass

Get ready to discover Hamburg with a flexible 1-day hop-on hop-off bus tour. Buses swing by every 60 mins, so get on and off unlimited times at any of the 15 stops.

Schedule

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

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.

Harbor cruise

Hop aboard for an exhilarating 1-hour cruise through Hamburg's dazzling harbor, starting from the enchanting Speicherstadt area. Take your pick from 3 exciting boarding options – the barge, Brucke 3, or the passenger ship. As you glide along the scenic Speicherstadt canals, get ready for a dose of fun and discovery as you soak in the city's top sights from a whole new angle. A lively local guide adds some spice to your journey with fascinating tales about Hamburg's past, while an English audio guide ensures everyone's in on the fun!

Witness the Zollkanal, Wasserschloss, and the International Maritime Museum, then glide through the contemporary HafenCity, featuring landmarks like HafenCity University and the Elbe Philharmonic Hall.

What to bring

Harbor cruise

Ensure you carry your passport or a valid ID card for proof.

What’s not allowed

Harbor cruise

Weapons and sharp objects are not allowed onboard the cruise.

Outside food is not allowed!

Accessibility

Hop-on hop-off bus tour

The buses are wheelchair pram/stroller accessible.

Harbor cruise

Transportation of wheelchairs is only possible on a large passenger ship. Make sure you inform in advance in case of any requirement.

The passenger ships MS RIVER STAR and MS HAMBURG as well as the paddle wheeler MS LOUISIANA STAR can be accessed barrier-free via a gangway and have corresponding sanitary facilities. Due to the conditions on-site, no information can be provided in advance regarding the exact time the above ships are used in the harbor cruise (no fixed departure times).

The luxury barges, as well as the traditional barge, can not be accessed barrier-free.

Additional information

Hop-on hop-off bus tour

Note that during special events, construction, or other incidents the services and timetable are subject to change.

Pets and guide dogs are allowed.

Harbor cruise

Audio guide in English (Download from Google Play Store or App Store).

Note: If you want to cruise through the Speicherstadt, you should opt for the barge as the bridges in the Speicherstadt region are too low for the large passenger ships to get through.

Please note that all harbor cruises aboard little barges are subject to the tide.

The boats will have an open or closed glass roof depending on the weather conditions.

Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.

Please display the same at each ticket redemption point along with a valid photo ID.

Boarding points

Hop-on hop-off bus tour of Hamburg

No printout required! Just show your mobile voucher to the driver and collect your bus ticket.

1-hour harbor cruise

Please check your final voucher for boarding point details & specific instructions.