Harbor tours in Hamburg
For a first impression the one-hour Hamburg harbor tour, for more harbor the two-hour XXL tour, for the evening atmosphere the harbor lights cruise and for celebrating the party boat. The harbor tours start at the St. Pauli Landungsbrücken with live commentary and an English audio guide; the party boat leaves from the Überseebrücke. For groups the boat is also available exclusively.
Book onlineHamburg Harbor Tour
The classic: one hour through the Speicherstadt and the container port, told live by the captain. Departures every 15 to 30 minutes.
From€30.00€24.00View
Book onlineXXL Harbor Tour
The long harbor tour: two hours through the Speicherstadt, HafenCity and the container port, for everyone who finds one hour too short.
From€45.00€36.00View
Book onlineHarbor Lights Cruise
When the Speicherstadt lights up: 1.5 hours of harbor by night, with light art, illuminated cranes and the Elbphilharmonie.
From€38.00€30.00View
Book onlineHamburg Party Boat
Three hours of partying on the Elbe: buffet and drinks included, plus Hamburg’s lights. Boarding 7:30 PM, cruise 8 to 11 PM.
From€89.00View
On requestBoat Charter
A boat just for your guests, for a company party, birthday or wedding, with your own route, catering and music.
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Frequently asked questions about the harbor tours
Which harbor tour is right for me?
For a first impression the Hamburg harbor tour (about 1 hour), for more time on the water the XXL harbor tour (2 hours), for the evening atmosphere the harbor lights cruise through the illuminated Speicherstadt (1.5 hours) and for celebrating the party boat with drinks package and buffet (3 hours). For groups the boat is also available exclusively.
Where do the harbor tours start?
The Hamburg harbor tour and the XXL tour start at the St. Pauli Landungsbrücken, Pier 1. For the harbor lights cruise you check in at the pavilion at Pier 1 and depart from Pier 4. The party boat leaves from the Überseebrücke (U3 Baumwall).
Are the harbor tours in English?
The live commentary on board is in German. For international guests there is a free audio guide app in 11 languages, including English. Please bring your own headphones.
Is the harbor tour live commentated and is it available in English?
The captain or crew give a live commentary in German, full of facts and anecdotes about the port. International guests can listen along with a free audio guide app available in 11 languages, including English, Spanish and French.
Does the harbor tour run when it rains?
Yes, the boats sail in almost any weather. Even in the rain you sit sheltered and dry on board.
Does the boat always go through the Speicherstadt?
No, that depends on the tide. The canals of the Speicherstadt can only be navigated at a suitable water level. The team at the Landungsbrücken will tell you whether it works on your day.
Can I bring a stroller or wheelchair on board?
Strollers are usually no problem. Whether a wheelchair can come along depends on the boat: the passenger ships RIVER STAR and HAMBURG and the LOUISIANA STAR are step-free. Please contact us in advance and let the team on site know.
What guests say about our cruises
The whole process, from the quote and route planning to answering questions and the tour itself, went smoothly. We were even able to include individual route requests.
The relaxed harbor cruise in the evening is really worth it. In the evening, with all its lights, the harbor looks far more impressive and romantic.
The hour flew by, and the guide led the program with wit and charm.
Excerpts from our Google Business Profile, translated (4.9 out of 5 from 14 reviews). All reviews on Google