Hamburg: 2-hour harbor cruise

From EUR 40

3.94

103 reviews

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Overview

Available languages

German

Russian

Chinese

English

Italian

French

Spanish

2 hours

Mobile ticket

Enjoy the maritime charm on a two-hour harbor cruise through the Port of Hamburg and experience the lively hustle and bustle around the harbor during one of the daily tours.

The Port of Hamburg is massive – the entire city of Cologne could easily fit inside it. It is the second-largest port in Europe after Rotterdam and impresses with its vastness.

Hamburg has grown around the port, and many attractions as well as the city’s skyline are closely connected to it.

Experience the contrast between modernity and history: from Elbe fishing villages and the fish market to modern container terminals and cruise ships. Discover the Reeperbahn, old sailing ships, and gigantic container vessels. On board a harbor-ready ship, you’ll get an up-close view of the gateway to the world.

Sail through the historic Speicherstadt, explore the modern HafenCity quarters, and see the famous Elbphilharmonie from the water. A unique experience for every visitor!

Additional Info

Service animals allowed

Public transportation options are available nearby

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Not suitable for wheelchair users.

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What‘s Included

Guaranteed daily departures.

Live commentary by the tour guide in German.

Restroom on board

Audio guide app available in the following languages: English, Spanish, French, Italian, Russian, Chinese. The "RainerAbicht" app can be downloaded from the Apple Store and Google Play Store.

Drinks and meals (available for booking on-site).

Options

The 2-hour harbor cruise

Duration: 2 hours

Reviews

3.94

103 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Don’t go if cannot speak German.
Stacy b,
May 30, 2025
- Viator
2.00
If you don’t speak German, DO NOT take this tour. There is an informative audio recording in English that you can hear by downloading a HORRIBLE not user friendly app. The boat ride and buildings were beautiful but we wish we could head the in person guide’s commentary in English because the app was not easy to listen to.
Lovely cruise
HeatherB,
May 25, 2025
- Viator
4.00
Delightful cruise! I didn't realize the tour was in German, but it was still lovely. Be sure to wear a hat and jacket :)
Interesting trip, we saw...
Mari M,
May 13, 2025
- Viator
5.00
Interesting trip, we saw ports and old warehouses. Elbphilarmonie is great from the River. Very good explanations
Worthwhile trip though...
JONATHAN S,
May 10, 2025
- Viator
3.00
Worthwhile trip though not without issues. When I arrived at landing stage 1, to which the booking directed me, a representative of the boat operator redirected me to landing stage 7, at some distance away, and when I arrived at the boat it was.almost full. Commentary during the trip was in German only, so I was glad of the app from the boat operator provided in the booking confirmation which gave access to English commentary (remember to bring earphones for the trip). There are refreshments and toilet facilities avaliable on board. As far as I could tell the trip ended in slightly under the two hours for which it was scheduled.
Very disappointed.
Jeremy H,
May 6, 2025
- Viator
3.00
We missed the fine print saying that it was in German so we missed a lot. The guide did try to tell us some in English. The picture shows a wonderful scene but we didn't get to see it because the tide was wrong. Very disappointed.