Things to Do in Hamburg
Discover Hamburg's fascinating history on our exciting Old Town Tour! Join us on a journey through 1,200 years of history, from the time of Charlemagne to the modern port city of today.
What will you see?
- The Rise and Fall of Hamburg : Relive the city's glorious past as the center of the Hanseatic League and discover how it recovered from the devastation of the Great Fire and World War II.
- Little Venice : Stroll along the charming canals of the Alster and be captivated by its beauty.
- The impressive City Hall : An architectural masterpiece that will leave you breathless!
- The most important churches : Explore the majestic temples that have witnessed the city's history.
- The Kontor Houses : Symbols of Germany's economic rise and its role in world trade.
- St. Nikolai World War II Memorial : A poignant reminder of difficult times.
- The romantic side of the city : Deichstrasse, a street full of charm and nostalgia.
- The Elbphilharmonie Lighthouse Project : The new city icon you can't miss!
- St. Michael's Church : Hamburg's former symbol and the best vantage point for spectacular views.
Important! Groups of 8 or more people are not allowed on the free tour. Please contact us to book a private tour at www.robinandthetourguides.de. This tour is open to everyone.
Join us for an unforgettable experience in the historic heart of Hamburg!
Come discover St. Pauli's craziest secrets with our guided tours in German and English! Our guides will take you on a mind-blowing journey through the harbor and the famous red-light district. Get ready to discover a world of artists, anarchists, political activists, dreamers, misfits, prostitutes, refugees, and former sailors! They're all part of the colorful cast of this unique neighborhood.
Plus, discover where The Beatles took their first steps toward worldwide fame! Tour highlights include:
- The Landungsbrücken : Learn about their importance and the dramatic challenges they have faced!
- The Fish Market : Discover how the sale and auction of fish turns into an incredible party!
- Hafenstrasse : Relive the history of the occupations of the 1980s!
- Alternative urban development : Park Fiction : A place for debate, protest and music!
- The famous Reeperbahn : An introduction to the area before heading back to the party later!
- Great Freedom : Where the liveliest clubs are!
- Beatles-Platz : How and where the Beatles became famous in the 60s!
- Davidwache : Hamburg's most famous police station!
This guided tour is available in English and German. Groups of eight or more must book a private tour with us and cannot participate in the public tour. To book a private tour, please visit our website at www.robinandthetourguides.de. Don't miss it—it will be an unforgettable experience!
The blue umbrellas invite you to discover the city of Hamburg. Our Free Tour through the Historic Center begins at 11:15 a.m. in the Plaza del Ayuntamiento. At this point we will wait for you with our blue umbrellas ready to go. We will start from here, and we will get into the historic center where we will pass through places such as:
· The Old Town Hall
· The church of St. Petri
· The Cathedral Square
· The Church of St. Nikolai; a memorial to the second world war
· Deichstrasse, one of the oldest streets in Hamburg
And finally the city of warehouses explaining more than 1200 years of history. We will end the tour at German Unity Square in front of the Elbphilharmonie at 1:15 PM. With this Free Tour we will get you to take unforgettable images of the city.
NOTE: Participation cannot be guaranteed with reservations made less than 24 hours before the event. Term that we need to inform in the case of a cancellation of the tour.
Free Tour of the Port and the Red Light District with the Blue Umbrellas!
We will be waiting for you with blue umbrellas at Landungsbrücken on Bridge No. 5 at 5:30 p.m. for our Free Tour (free tour). If possible, we will take the ferry "62" across the harbour, one of the largest in the world (€ 1.90). During the tour, you will discover fascinating details about the old Elbe tunnel and the fish market, and get to know the town of Altona, Hamburg's neighbour.
The tour will continue through St. Pauli and the Red Light District, where you will learn about the history of the Beatles, who began their career in this district known for its vibrant nightlife and its history of "sex, drugs and rock'n'roll". Due to its content, this tour is not suitable for children. St. Pauli, a district that has resisted gentrification, remains the most alternative in the city.
The tour will conclude, depending on the guide's choice, at Germany's smallest police station or Beatles Square at around 7:30 p.m. Please note that in case of adverse weather conditions or capacity problems, the ferry will not operate and the tour will continue as described.
NOTE: Participation cannot be guaranteed for reservations made less than 24 hours in advance, as we need that time to inform you of a possible cancellation of the tour.
Die Speicherstadt - The City of Warehouses
Declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO, it includes one of the most important tourist spots in Hamburg . A unique tour to surprise you!
It is located southeast of the Altstadt, the old city of Hamburg. One hundred minutes of history on foot, we will enjoy the modern view of the "HafenCity" and the imposing Elbphilharmonie. We will visit the largest warehouse complex in the world, culminating in Chilehaus. You will be fascinated by this beautiful and ancient city!
Speicherstadt - City of Warehouses:
With a neo-Gothic architectural style of exposed red brick, built with a system of wooden piles, it is the largest port warehouse complex in the world: It is located in the port of Hamburg, near HafenCity -City of the Port . It is crossed by bridges and canals where valuable merchandise such as coffee, tea, cocoa, spices, tobacco and the largest oriental carpet warehouse in the world are stored.
Chilehaus - Chile House
A building with history, located in the port city, famous for its façade and pointed architectural design, reminiscent of the prow of a ship, with a very acute angle on one side
Itinerary:
•Hafencity - the port city
•City of Warehouses
•Chilehaus
Meeting point:
under the U 3 Baumwall tube station
Guide Identification:
blue umbrella
End Point:
Chilehaus
Subway stations
U1 Messberg
Additional information:
- Outdoor
- It is not suspended by bad weather
- Wear appropriate clothing
- No additional costs
- Not suitable for wheelchairs