Elbe Philharmonic Hall, HafenCity and Speicherstadt tour
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Is Elbe Philharmonic Hall, HafenCity and Speicherstadt tour worth booking?
Elbe Philharmonic Hall, HafenCity and Speicherstadt tour is a 2-hour experience in Hamburg, Germany, from $30 per person. It scores 45 out of 100 on the Outty Ranking, which we label “Worth a Look”, based on a 3.6/5 rating across 15 reviews. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the start time. Same-day spots are currently showing.
- Outty Ranking
- 45 / 100
- Rating
- 3.6/5 (15)
- Duration
- 2 hours
- From
- $30 per person
We show the exciting history of this district in a unique way. They are shown exciting architecture and together we walk through the times to the present.
What you get
- travel Guide
About this experience
We show the exciting history of this district in a unique way. They are shown exciting architecture and together we walk through the times to the present.
What's included
Included
- travel Guide
What you'll see and do
HafenCity
In the narrower sense, HafenCity is the project name for the roughly 157 hectare area on the Großer Grasbrook, which was once part of the free port. By the beginning of the 2030s, residential units for up to 14,000 people [2], up to 3,000 hotel rooms and workplaces for up to 45,000 people, primarily in the office and service sector, are to be created on the site. In addition, up to 10,000 pupils and students as well as around 50,000 customers and tourists are calculated per day, so that once it is completed, over 120,000 people are expected to enliven the district every day. It is currently one of the largest inner-city urban development projects in Europe.
45 minutes here
To evacuate the site in the event of a storm surge, e.g. B. the Kibbelstegbrücke through the historic warehouse district to behind the dike line of Hamburg city center.
2 minutes here
The HafenCity University of Hamburg - University of Architecture and Metropolitan Development (HCU) [3] - is a state university. The HCU combines all aspects of building and urban development in design and draft, engineering and natural sciences as well as humanities and social sciences.
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Typical fleet with the most modern buildings in Hafen City with a view of the Maritime Museum and Elbarkaden
5 minutes here
The Grasbrookpark is a small neighborhood park at Grasbrookhafen in HafenCity in the district of Hamburg-Mitte. It is located in the Am Sandtorpark / Grasbrook district between Überseequartier and the Marco Polo terraces.
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The traditional shipping port in the heart of Hamburg The Sandtorhafen is the traditional shipping port of the Hamburg Maritim Foundation. The pontoon facility belonging to HafenCity Hamburg GmbH has been a place of cultural history that can be experienced directly from the start, in accordance with the historical importance of the Sandtorhafen. Historic ships, port facilities and work equipment are the testimonies to Hamburg's maritime history. Preserving, restoring and making them accessible to the public is the goal of the Hamburg Maritim Foundation. The Sandtorkai, today Hamburg's oldest quay wall, had already been restored in a monumental manner in 2002 with great effort. Three historical access bridges serve to open up the pontoon system in front of it, and three restored general cargo cranes are erected on the Kaiserkai on the south bank of the harbor - reminiscences of the history of the place!
15 minutes here
Speicherstadt
Hamburg's warehouse district is the world's largest historic warehouse complex, located in the port of Hamburg. It covers the area between Bäumenall and Oberhafen. It has been a listed building since 1991 and has been on the UNESCO World Heritage List since July 5, 2015 with the neighboring Kontorhaus district under the name Speicherstadt and Kontorhaus district with Chilehaus.
45 minutes here
Miniatur Wunderland
The Miniatur Wunderland (own spelling) in Hamburg is the largest model railway system in the world. It is located in the historic warehouse district and is operated by Miniatur Wunderland Hamburg GmbH. A total of 15.715 kilometers of tracks (as of August 2019) [2] [3] on a scale of 1:87 (nominal size H0; corresponds in reality to approximately 1,367 kilometers of track) lie on the 1499 square meter system area, on which around 1,040 digitally controlled trains run.
1 minutes here · Admission not included
The Fleetschlösschen is a historic building and belongs to the ensemble of the Speicherstadt in Hamburg. It is located at the intersection Brooktorkai / St.-Annen-Brücke, is a listed building and has been a World Heritage Site in the Speicherstadt since July 2015. In the Hamburg list of monuments, the house is listed as a former toilet building. Today's use is as a café and pub in a former coffee hatch.
4 minutes here · Admission not included
Spicy's Gewuerzmuseum
Spicy’s Spice Museum is a private museum founded in 1991 in Hamburg. With 152,000 visitors in 2007, it is one of the city's most popular museums.
2 minutes here · Admission not included
The four-story building was built between 1905 and 1907 as part of the third construction phase of the Speicherstadt (1899 to 1912) and is one of the most famous landmarks and oldest buildings in the historic warehouse complex.
4 minutes here · Admission not included
Elbphilharmonie
The Elbphilharmonie ("Elphi" for short) [1] [2] is a concert hall in Hamburg that was completed in November 2016. It was planned with the aim of creating a new landmark for the city and a “cultural monument for all”. [3] [4] [5] The 110 meter high building in the HafenCity district is located on the right bank of the Norderelbe at the head of the Großer Grasbrooks between the mouths of the Sandtorhafen and Grasbrookhafen basins. It was built using the shell of the former Kaispeicher A (built in 1963). A modern structure with a glass facade was placed on this base, reminiscent of sails, water waves, icebergs or a quartz crystal. The location at Kaiserhöft is characterized by the former industrial use of the port and the neo-Gothic brick architecture of the Speicherstadt.
10 minutes here · Admission not included
The Kehrwieder (Low German Kehrwedder) is one of the former islands in the Hamburg city area (the western part of the historic warehouse district) and belongs to the HafenCity district. Geographically, it is located in the power cut area of the Lower Elbe and is the northern Grasbrook. In 1532 he was included in the fortified city together with the neighboring island of Wandrahm.
5 minutes here
The Überseebrücke is a facility of the Port of Hamburg with a covered pedestrian bridge that leads from the flood protection system of the street Vorsetzen to a pontoon in Hamburg's Niederhafen, at the level of the former Jonashafen, east of the St. Pauli Landungsbrücken.
2 minutes here
Konig der Lowen (The Lion King)
German production celebrated its premiere in Hamburg. The musical has been shown in the Theater im Hafen Hamburg since December 2, 2001 and on January 14, 2014 the anniversary of the 5000th performance was celebrated. Since the theater can also be reached via a direct ferry feeder, some of the passenger ferries are painted in the colors of the musical or even named after the characters in the play (such as the Nala and sister ship Rafiki).
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Where it starts and ends
Meeting point
Hamburg
Directly at the U-Bahn and S-Bahn station Elbbrücken on the Skywalk.
Hotel pickup
No pickup: everyone meets at the start point.
Ends at
Not far from Baumwall an der Elbphilharmonie underground station
Options you can book
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Elbe Philharmonic Hall, HafenCity and Speicherstadt tour
Before you book
- Cancellation
- For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
- Languages
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- Ticket
- Mobile Only
- Runs on
- Every day
- Group size
- Up to 15 travelers per booking
- Operated by
- Jolly Tours
Know before you go
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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Good to know
- Duration
- 2 hours
- Free cancellation
- Up to 24h before
- Minimum age to book
- All ages
- Availability
- Bookable today
- Runs on
- Every day
- Hotel pickup
- No pickup, meet at start point
- Booked in 30 days
- 5
- Verdict
- Worth a Look
Why this scores 45
The Outty Ranking is a weighted composite. Here is how this experience performed on each component.
Elbe Philharmonic Hall, HafenCity and Speicherstadt tour: questions travelers ask
Practical detail on this experience, plus the wider planning questions for Hamburg.
How much does Elbe Philharmonic Hall, HafenCity and Speicherstadt tour cost?
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Prices start at $30 per person. The final price depends on the date, the time slot and the number of travelers, and peak weekends in Hamburg usually price higher than midweek mornings. Live pricing and remaining availability are confirmed on the booking screen before you pay.
How long does Elbe Philharmonic Hall, HafenCity and Speicherstadt tour take?
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Plan for about 2 hours from start to finish, not counting travel to the meeting point. Most travelers leave another 30 minutes on either side so the rest of the day in Hamburg is not rushed.
Is Elbe Philharmonic Hall, HafenCity and Speicherstadt tour worth it?
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It holds an Outty Ranking of 45 out of 100, which we label "Worth a Look". That score blends traveler sentiment (3.6/5 across 15 reviews), the depth of that review evidence, recent booking momentum, value for money against comparable last minute in Hamburg, and how flexible the cancellation terms are.
Can I cancel or reschedule Elbe Philharmonic Hall, HafenCity and Speicherstadt tour?
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Yes. Cancel free up to 24 hours before the start time for a full refund. Inside that window the booking is non-refundable, and no-shows are not refunded.
Is Elbe Philharmonic Hall, HafenCity and Speicherstadt tour suitable for kids and families?
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Yes, all ages are welcome. Families should still weigh the 2-hour running time, and strollers are easier on the earlier, quieter departures.
How far in advance should I book Elbe Philharmonic Hall, HafenCity and Speicherstadt tour?
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Around 5 people booked this in the last 30 days, so popular slots go early. Two to three weeks ahead is comfortable in shoulder season, while summer weekends and holidays in Hamburg can sell out a month out. Same-day spots do open up when other travelers cancel, so it is worth checking if you are already in town.
What should I bring or wear?
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Bring photo ID, your booking confirmation on your phone, a refillable water bottle and comfortable shoes. Dress for the weather in Hamburg and add a light layer if any part of the 2-hour experience runs outdoors or after sunset.
Where does Elbe Philharmonic Hall, HafenCity and Speicherstadt tour start and how do I get there?
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The exact meeting point and directions are on your voucher once you book, and they sit in central Hamburg within reach of public transport. Arrive 15 minutes early: late arrivals are treated as no-shows by most operators.
What are the best things to do in Hamburg?
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On Outty we rank every Hamburg experience on the same 0 to 100 scale, and alongside this one the highest scorers right now include The Local Tour of Hamburg Historic Centre, Guided Hamburg City Bike Tour, Tourist Excursion - Free Tour - Historic Center-Hamburg Walking. The city page groups everything into most popular, highest reviewed, last minute and family-friendly so you can build a day around what actually delivers.
When is the best time to visit Hamburg?
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Booking patterns follow the same curve: prices and queues climb in peak weeks, while shoulder season gives you better availability on the top-ranked experiences and more room to change plans.
How many days do you need in Hamburg?
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Three full days covers the headline sights without sprinting. A workable rhythm is one anchor experience each morning, such as this one, an unhurried afternoon in a single neighborhood, then a food or nightlife booking in the evening. Five days lets you add a day trip outside the city.
Do I book through Outty or through the operator?
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