Things to Do in Hamburg

We start our walk through Hamburg's Neustadt in front of Dammtor station near the Wallanlagen and take a trip to Hamburg's oldest green space.

There, in this peaceful urban idyll, we explore the military past of this park and its importance for Hamburg's rise to a metropolis on the Elbe.

We look at Hamburg's urban planning in the 18th and 19th centuries and talk about the housing shortage then and now.
Explore the consequences of these wrong decisions, admire the visionary urban planning of the post-war period and the result of the last Gängeviertel renovation.

We will talk about what it takes to be a Hamburger and to be able to call yourself one.

Looking at the bourgeoisie and their privileges,
the arrogance of Hamburg politics.
The opportunities for advancement of rich and poor in 19th-century Hamburg.

I'll tell you about two well-known people from Hamburg whose life stories couldn't have been more different.

We'll break down Hamburg clichés and have a conversation about Hamburg originals and the story behind these "model citizens" with you.

Come with me through the New Town,
into the small town in the big city with all its contrasts.

New from May 2025

We start our walk through the history of Hamburg’s Speicherstadt at the birthplace and nursery of Hamburg’s port,

Take a critical look at the founding charter of our port and discover one or two contradictions.

Afterwards we continue our tour towards the Elbphilharmonie, admiring the great history of the place where this building stands today.

We look at how the port changed during industrialization in the 19th century.
And how the movement of goods was revolutionized in the 20th century.

We delve into the Speicherstadt, into the red brick canyons and the history of its workers and employers, clarify what Westphalia has to do with Hamburg and why workers lived in a castle there.

We find out what barge pushers, barge captains, winch keepers and coffee readers actually did and why there are coffee barons and Persians in Hamburg.

At the end you can enjoy the most beautiful view of the Speicherstadt with a coffee.

New from May 2025

You start our walk through St.Georg at the forecourt of the Trinity Church, where St.Georg was founded,
find out how St. George got its name.

Take a journey between the light and shadow of humanity.
Why there were and are marginal tax revenues, real estate speculation ruins social peace.

Find out why tolerance and helpfulness have a long tradition at St. Georg.

Hearing about dreams, castles in the air and nightmares for Hamburg's city planners.

Get an insight into the history and present of Hamburg's LGBTQ movement, take a journey between Orient and Occident.

Learn about the most modern hospital of its time and how AIDS changed society.

a journey through over 800 years of district history.

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.

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.

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

There will be plenty of stories about Hamburg's Neustadt district, current city politics, the situation of women in Hamburg's history, etc. And of course, as a foodie, I can't resist serving up a classic Hamburg pastry.

Whether the weekly market is worth it and where the greenest corners of the Neustadt are hidden.
a little final quiz, if you like

• we look at the "Michel"
• the Krameramtsstuben
• visit memorial sites of various Hamburg personalities
• see if Fleet Island is still haunted
• where the Gängeviertel have gone and what remains of it
• and whether money still rules in this city
• Tour ends at the Laeiszhalle

Since it rains an average of 15.8 days per month in Hamburg, we have a good chance of getting wet. Please check your trusted weather app beforehand and prepare accordingly.

If anyone is traveling with a wheelchair or has other mobility restrictions, cannot stand for long periods of time, etc., please let us know in advance so that we can plan for it or plan an extra tour.
Also a brief note about any allergies or intolerances. Everyone should have a good time.

I'm looking forward to showing you "my" neighborhood.
Pia