The 10 Best Walking Tours in Hamburg, Germany

Explore the real Sternschanze with this 2-hour walking tour in Hamburg and see the district between gentrification, culture and alternative lifestyle. Guests will enjoy a fantastic day away from the city life and will be able to explore the local streets of the “Sternschanze” area on this walking tour. The original, alternative Hamburg of the 80s is still to be found here, but the trendy and hip has already been coming in for years. Since the beginning of the 2000s, the Schanzeviertel has experienced a steady increase in popularity among young people, creative people and real estate speculators. Anyone interested in Hamburg's cultural life, culinary delights, street art and nightlife away from the Reeperbahn or the city centre should definitely take part in this city tour.

Inclusions: Local guide, Live entertainment

Exclusions: Food and drinks

You’ll join one of our local Hamburg hosts for a personalized experience of this maritime port city. From local food to the design of The Elbphilharmonie concert hall, you’ll discover the city’s unique charm and culture. Amble through the town center or check out artsy districts on the foreshore. And of course there’s always time for food - it’s less brätwurst and more franzbrötchen here. Within 24 hours after booking you'll receive a short questionnaire about your personality and interests. Based on your responses, you'll be assigned a like-minded host. Your host will communicate with you directly to suggest an itinerary to help you discover what makes the city unique. You will also agree on a meeting time and place. Your itinerary is flexible, so during the experience, you can always change your mind about what you want to do.

Inclusions: Private and personalized experience, 4 hours with a host, Walking experience (if required, your host can suggest public transport or private taxi options), Hotel meet-up (available on request for central location)

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Tickets to any attractions, Transportation costs , Gratuities (optional)

The story of Hamburg is the story of floods, fire, immigration, disease, piracy, trade, war, kings, castles and the Beatles. This 2.5-hour private walking tour takes you through the entire 1200-year history of Germany’s coolest city, beginning with Charlemagne and the Holy Roman Empire, and finishing at the gleaming new Elbphilharmonie, the jewel in the crown of Hamburg’s harbour.

Inclusions: Professional guide, Hotel pickup, Private tour

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Gratuities

Get to know the city through the eyes of a passionate local. With no set itinerary, you can customize the tour or leave it up to the local for an insightful introduction to the city. Make travel about the people you meet not just the places you see.

Inclusions: Local guide ("Lokafyer", Customized private walking tour

Exclusions: Personal expenses, Tips and gratuities (optional), Optional activity costs, Food and drinks, Transportation to/from attractions (It’s a walking tour, car transportation isn’t included)

Discover Hamburg’s most famous attractions, and a few local gems along the way. Visit sites like Miniataur Wunderland and Speicherstadt as well as local hot-spots like the Eco-weekly market & Regional St. Georg with its environmental flair. And there’s always time for good food, although not the German brats and beers you were expecting - here it’s more franzbrötchen and pannfisch. Within 24 hours after booking you'll receive a short questionnaire about your personality and interests. Based on your responses, you'll be assigned a like-minded host. Your host will communicate with you directly to suggest an itinerary to help you discover what makes the city unique. You will also agree on a meeting time and place. Your itinerary is flexible, so during the experience, you can always change your mind about what you want to do.

Inclusions: Private and personalised experience, 8 hours with a host, Walking experience (if required, your host can suggest public transport or private taxi options), Hotel meet-up (available on request for central locations)

Exclusions: Transportation costs (public transportation and taxis can be used on the day at an extra cost), Food and drinks, Tickets to any attractions, Gratuities (Optional)

This tour is about more than shooting pictures: our interactions mediated by the camera, the ability "to read" a picture, to understand why it impacts the way it does, all this determines whether a picture survives the test of time - or not. This is why I will be showing & discussing with you the pictures during the shooting, to help you reach even more natural poses. Every guest receives 20 professionally edited photos within one week. This activity takes place exclusively outdoors.

Inclusions: 20 edited portrait pictures

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During this walking tour, you will get to see some of the most popular tourist attractions of Hamburg along with a local- professional guide who will be exclusively with you. The walking tour would last for about three hours and can be customized accordingly as per your taste and preferences. The tour timings are flexible and can be amended depending upon availability. In case of any special request, please do let us know and we would try our best to accommodate accordingly

Inclusions: English Speaking Guide

Exclusions: Entrance Fees

Join this 2-hour guided walking tour and explore Hamburg's infamous Red Light District. Learn about the historical background of the district and why the widely practiced profession in this quarter became so popular. Tour the shady and scandalous streets of city and enjoy a unique Hamburg experience.

Inclusions: Local guide

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Gratuities, Transportation to/from attractions

Just 45 minutes train from Hamburg is Lübeck, a small town so picturesque you’d almost believe you’d stepped into a fairytale. Spend a day discovering this maritime capital of the Hanseatic League, which is also a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Explore the heart and soul of Lübeck with a train ride organised by your Host and discover its most iconic landmarks as well as its hidden gems. You will have the chance to wander through the town's historic streets and along the canal, soaking up its history and charm before sitting down to enjoy an authentic meal or tasting the town’s traditional local wine, ‘Rotspon.’ We will contact you within 24 hours of your booking to find out about your interests so we can assign a like-minded local who will create a bespoke experience for you. Your Host will suggest an itinerary and agree a meeting time and place, but you can always change your mind about what you want to do during your experience.

Inclusions: Private and personalised experience, 7 hours with a Local host, Walking experience ( other transport can be arranged at an additional cost), A return train ticket, 2-course meal, 1 beer, a glass of wine or soft drink of choice

Exclusions: Food and drinks , Tickets to any attractions , Additional transportation, Gratuities (optional)

Explore the wonders of the Elbphilharmonie, one of the largest and most acoustically advanced concert house in the world and Hamburg's newest landmark. A friendly guide explains the history of its construction as you admire the building and spectacular views over the Elbe River.

Inclusions: Professional local Guide, Entry to the Elbphilharmonie Plaza (until 31.12.2020 not part of the tour due to Covid-19)

Exclusions: No entry to the concert halls