Hamburg: Self-guided tour of HafenCity and Speicherstadt
ID: GYG552780-951083
Category:
Country: Germany
Duration:
03:00 hours
Description
Explore the modern HafenCity and the historic Speicherstadt in Hamburg. Discover impressive architecture, learn about the history of the city districts and enjoy the unique atmosphere at the harbour.
This tour is only available in German.
Take out your smartphone and explore Hamburg HafenCity, marvel at the Elbphilharmonie concert hall ("Elphi"), one of Hamburg's landmarks, before discovering the Speicherstadt, the city quarter with its many 19th century brick warehouses.
The tour starts at the Elbphilharmonie. Learn more about the history and architecture of this impressive building. The tour continues to HafenCity, one of the largest urban development projects in Europe. Here you can admire modern architecture and innovative flood protection measures.
The tour then takes you to the Speicherstadt, the world's largest contiguous warehouse complex. Learn more about the history of this UNESCO World Heritage Site and discover the charming historic buildings and bridges. The tour ends near the Elbphilharmonie concert hall.
During the tour, you will learn interesting facts about the history and development of the two neighbourhoods. You can enjoy the tour at your own pace and stop at any time to visit the Elbphilharmonie, the Miniaturwunderland or one of the other museums. The tour is around 6 kilometres long and takes around 2.5 to 3 hours.
At the tour stops, there are entertaining tasks to solve and fun questions to answer. Who knows, for example, what ... but no, we won't tell you yet!
The tour is a great way to get outside and discover new things with family, friends or on your own.
It's like being shown Hamburg by a good friend. Many anecdotes will enrich your walk through the city.
You can start the tour at any time and as often as you like in the browser of a smartphone. On site or even from the comfort of your sofa.
Enjoy your time in Hamburg!
*** Good to know ***
You will receive the link to start the tour in an email directly after booking.
Highlights
- A varied tour with interesting stories awaits you
- Explore Hamburg in an interactive way
- Solve entertaining tasks and riddles while strolling through the streets
- Read interesting facts about the history and culture of Hamburg
- Follow the tour at your own pace and take time to explore at each stop
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
You will receive the link to start the tour on your smartphone in a separate email shortly after booking.
An internet connection is required to start the tour. The tour is downloaded automatically and can then be used offline. During the tour you only need an internet connection if you want to use links to further information.
To start the tour with your smartphone, use the link you received in a separate email shortly after booking.
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
Cancellation is not possible. If you cancel it anyway or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity and the money you paid will not be refunded.
