Sightseeing Cruises

1-Hour Hamburg Harbour Cruise

Name: 1-Hour Hamburg Harbour Cruise
Start: 2024-04-25T17:15:00
End: 2024-04-25T18:00:00
Location: Hamburg

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See Hamburg's bustling harbour and skyline on a 1-hour cruise through the River Elbe and learn about Germany’s largest port with an audio guide.

Highlights

Discover Hamburg in a quick exploration through a harbour cruise across the Elbe River on a traditional barge or passenger ship.
Enjoy live, captivating commentary in German led by the expert skipper, or take advantage of the readily available downloadable audio guide.
Glide past the Elbe Philharmonic Hall and the historic Speicherstadt and admire the colossal vessels docked at the Blohm and Voss shipyard.
Choose to undertake your journey aboard a barge or a passenger ship .
Did you know? Hamburg was once a pirate haven. Check out the statue of the city’s most famous pirate, Klaus Störtebeker, at the maritime museum.

Inclusions

Harbour cruise in Hamburg
Live commentary (German only)
Audio guide available to download
Boarding on a Barge or passenger ship.

Exclusions

Headset
Beverages (Can be purchased on the cruise)

Cancellation policy

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

Ratings & Reviews

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997 Ratings

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Guests from France, Denmark, United States and over 11 countries have loved this experience

Paula

5/5

Apr, 2024

War total begeistert- so eine sehr unterhaltsame und Informative Hafenrundfahrt hab ich selten erlebt! Ich habe in der 1 Stunde tolles Insider Wissen über die wichtigsten Spots in Hamburg mitnehmen können und des Öfteren auch herzlich gelacht- definitiv weiter zu empfehlen!

Louise

5/5

Dec, 2023

Loved the skilled and lighthearted explanations of the boats people n the seaman's shanties. Impressive to see the big "tubs" and hear the detailed background infos about the ships n buildings around the harbour. We did the night-and the day harbour cruise. Both were unique bec every time they were different ships to see. The company is very flexible and refreshing friendly and helpful. We booked a Barkasse and then liked to change it to a ship, no problem. A harbour cruise is a must to get the right impression from Hamburg. Highly recommend. Thanks.

Stephan

4/5

Nov, 2023

The captain of the launch was very open-minded and had a super positive effect on us. His explanations of the respective descriptions showed a very good knowledge of what is happening around the port of Hamburg. The trip was very entertaining and informative.

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Christiane

5/5

Oct, 2023

Our guide has super funny and entertaining the tour moderated. It was not so bad that it was raining outside and visibility was poor.

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Stefanie

5/5

Aug, 2023

Das Erleben des Hafens und der großen "Pötte" ist einfach sehr beeindruckend von diesem tollen Passagierschiff aus! Dazu kommen die informativen und lustigen Erklärungen des "Geschichtenerzählers" an Bord. Alles zusammen ein wirklich schönes Erlebnis, dass jeder Hamburgbesucher einmal gemacht haben sollte!

Your experience

Cruise the bridge capital of Europe

Dive into Hamburg, the bridge capital of Europe, and unlock the secrets of its massive port, one of the largest on the continent! This harbour cruise is your ticket to experiencing this maritime marvel from the best seat in the house. From contemporary glass facades to centuries-old brickwork, the HafenCity reflects Hamburg's transformation. Feel the electrifying energy of the Elbe Philharmonic Hall and the fish market.

Learn Hamburg's port history

Explore the heart of Hamburg's maritime world. Opt for the 1-hour cruise for a comprehensive overview of key port landmarks, and gain an in-depth exploration of the vastness and complexity of this global trade hub. Navigate through towering container terminals, the historic Speicherstadt district, the colossal Blohm and Voss shipyard, and the iconic Köhlbrand Bridge, all while enjoying panoramic cityscapes.

Know before you go

What to bring

Carry your passport or valid ID card.
Don’t forget to bring your headphones to access the audio guide during the cruise.

What’s not allowed

Weapons and sharp objects are not allowed onboard the cruise.
Outside food is not allowed.

Accessibility

Wheelchairs and strollers are best accommodated on the larger passenger ship. The departure time for this ship will be confirmed at the meeting point.

Additional information

Tide variations can impact our harbour cruise itineraries.
For a complete Speicherstadt experience, opt for a barge cruise – larger ships can't navigate the low bridges.
The boats will have an open or closed glass roof depending on the weather conditions.
The live commentary is in German only. English commentary is available through an audio guide.

My tickets

Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.
Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the meeting point.
Please arrive at the meeting point 15 minutes before the scheduled time of your tour to avoid any delays.