Hamburg: Speicherstadt, Elbphilharmonie Plaza & Boat Cruise
Description
Begin your tour by exploring the Speicherstadt, the world’s largest industrial warehouse complex. Walk through the historic cobblestone streets and uncover tales of the spice, carpet, and tea trade. Enjoy a coffee tasting along the way. Next, head to the Elbphilharmonic Plaza for breathtaking views of Hamburg’s modern container harbor, the largest in Germany. Experience the German gateway to the world from the water on a 1 to 2-hour boat cruise. Throughout the tour, gain a complete overview of the evolution of Hamburg’s trading history, from German unification in 1871 to the modern-day invention of container ships.
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The Chilehaus in Hamburg, built in 1924, is a striking example of Brick Expressionism. Its sharp, ship-like form symbolizes Hamburg’s trade connections, especially with Chile. Today, it’s a UNESCO World Heritage Site and an architectural icon of the city.
The Wasserschloss in Hamburg’s Speicherstadt is a former warehouse surrounded by canals. Built around 1905, it now houses a tea shop and restaurant, offering one of the most picturesque and iconic views in the historic warehouse district.
The Fleetschlösschen in Hamburg’s Speicherstadt is a charming red-brick house built in 1885 as a customs and control station. Today, it’s a cozy café and restaurant, popular for its canal-side setting and historic atmosphere.
The Kaffeeburg in Hamburg’s Speicherstadt, once a warehouse for coffee beans, now blends history with hospitality. Its warm brick architecture and inviting café make it perfect for our quick coffee stop while exploring the district.
Discover more about the patron saint of the Speicherstadt and a tale of treachery and pirates gold.
Uncover the Speicherstadt's reputation as the center of oriental carpet trade, its history and tradition in the cobbled streets.
The Kesselhaus in Hamburg’s Speicherstadt, originally a steam-powered boiler house, now impresses with its red-brick architecture and industrial charm. Visitors can admire its historic machinery and unique design while exploring the warehouse district.
The Elbphilharmonie in Hamburg, opened in 2017, is a modern architectural marvel. Its wave-like glass structure sits atop a historic warehouse, housing concert halls with world-class acoustics and offering panoramic views of the Elbe River.
Catch your 1-h harbour cruise to explore the largest German port by Barkasse – a traditional shallow decked vessel perfect for accessing the modern and historical Hamburg harbour. Harbour cruises depart once every 20 minutes. Sunset option available from 6pm (depends on tidal level).
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Important Information
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Reviews(19)
Kalvin was an amazing tour guide! Very charismatic and attentive. He has soo many nice information about Hamburg. I can definitely recommend!
Tour was pretty worth and Kalvin was very helpful and informative, would recommend this tour. A payment or tip in the end of the trip, amount is optional.
Kelvin’s tour has been good and informative. He showed us around and is very knowledgeable. Highly recommend his tour.
Ask for Kelvin Brooks! This was one of the best, if not the BEST tour I have ever been on, and I have been on too many to count. Kelvin is an amazing tour guide, knowledgeable, accommodating, and his English is excellent. Tour was full of great and very accurate history information, and enjoyed every minute. Worth the trip to Hamburg just for the tour! It was an affordable tour, book in advance it is extremely popular, but book it directly on Mion site, travel sites add additional cost.
Amazing experience. Calvin was the best tour guide I’ve ever had. Super nice and knowledgeable, he is even a photographer who took some pics for me and my friend. 10/10 recommend.
Best walking tour company in Hamburg. We did three walking tours here with different companies - actually two with Moin Hamburg - and these were the best! Kalvin very friendly and knowledgeable
We had a lovely tour and it was just the right length of time :) . Kalvin was a wonderful guide and made everyone laugh and had lots of interesting facts to share
Magnificent experience. Super addictive and nice. It makes you see a lot of the whole new and old part of the city with many local goodies.
Kalvin was very knowledgeable of the places we went and also of the history of the city. Also vey informative of the city itself and recommendations
Klelvin was very informative. Good tour . Saw some interesting. Sites pointed out. Well worth it if your new to city and need information, and ideas on what to do
