Travel guides for your Hamburg visit
Answers to the questions guests ask us most, about harbor tours, walking tours, group trips and celebrations in Hamburg.
Which Hamburg harbor tour is right for me?
One hour is enough for a first impression, two hours show the port at a relaxed pace, in the evening the Speicherstadt lights up, and if you want to party, there is the party boat. Here is the overview.
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Harbor tour in the rain or in winter: is it worth it?
Yes, Hamburg's port is worth seeing even in gray weather. Boats run in almost any weather, and you stay dry on board. Winter departure times are a little different.
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Harbor tour with kids, a stroller or a wheelchair
Kids love the huge container ships and cranes. Strollers are usually no problem, and there are accessible boats for wheelchairs. Here is what to know before you go.
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Speicherstadt by boat: why the tide decides
Cruising through the canals between the red-brick warehouses is a highlight of any harbor tour, but it is not always possible. The reason is the tide.
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Harbor lights cruise in Hamburg: when is the best time?
The harbor lights cruise starts every evening at dusk, so the time moves with the seasons. These tips help you get a good seat.
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Boat charter in Hamburg: how it works
A boat just for your guests: from a launch for a small group to a passenger ship for a big party. Here is how to get from the idea to the trip.
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Christmas party on a boat in Hamburg: two ways
There are two ways to hold your Christmas party on the Elbe: tickets for the party boat with a winter buffet, or a private boat just for your team.
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Planning a corporate event on a boat: checklist
An event on the Elbe stays with your guests. To make sure everything runs smoothly on the day, use this checklist, from the guest count to the bus transfer.
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Bachelor party in Hamburg: ideas for the boat and the Reeperbahn
Hamburg is one of the most popular cities for bachelor and bachelorette parties. These building blocks combine well, from an evening on the Elbe to a night on the Reeperbahn.
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Reeperbahn tour in Hamburg: what to expect
St. Pauli has many sides: history, music, theater, nightlife and the red light district. With a guide you see more and you know the rules that apply on the Kiez.
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School trip to Hamburg: a program of harbor, city and bus
Port, Speicherstadt, Elbphilharmonie, St. Pauli: Hamburg packs a lot into a small area for school groups. These building blocks combine into one day.
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Speicherstadt and HafenCity in one day
Red-brick warehouses, canals, the Elbphilharmonie: the Speicherstadt and HafenCity sit right next to each other. With this plan you see both in one day: on foot, from the water and at night.
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Landungsbrücken: getting there, piers and meeting points
The St. Pauli Landungsbrücken are the starting point for most harbor tours, and for some of our walking tours. Here is how to find the right meeting point.
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Bus rental in Hamburg: what groups should know
Whether it is a transfer, a day trip or a city tour: with your own bus and driver, your group stays flexible. Here is what to know before you inquire.
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Hamburg in 1, 2 or 3 days: our plans
One day is enough for the port, the Speicherstadt and the Elbphilharmonie. Two days add the old town and the Reeperbahn, three days the World Heritage, the Schanze and an evening on the Elbe. Here are our relaxed plans.
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