Hamburg Light Cruise 90 minutes – Speicherstadt & Hafen at night
Overview
Available languages
1 hour 30 minutes
Mobile ticket
Experience the Port of Hamburg at night on a 90-minute light cruise and enjoy the special atmosphere of the illuminated Speicherstadt and harbour basin.
Depending on the water level, the route passes through the historic fleet and canals of the Speicherstadt or through the harbour. Admire the illuminated bridges, bank houses and impressive sea of lights from the water.
✔ 90 - minute evening cruise through the Port of Hamburg
✔ Unique lighting mood in the evening
✔ Ideal for a relaxed end to the day
⚠️ IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Live commentary on board is provided exclusively in German.
Optionally, additional information can be heard via the “RAINER ABICHT” app :
own smartphone + headphones required.
Please note:
The route is tide-dependent and may vary.
This is not a classic onboard audio guide, but an optional solution via your own device.
Additional Info
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT THE AUDIO GUIDE: - Download the audio app: RAINER ABICHT. Free from Google Playstore or Applestore - Please bring headphones
Live moderation is only in German
Boats shown in photos may vary depending on availability
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Port of Hamburg
Beautiful evening trip to the historic and illuminated Speicherstadt and through the sea of lights of the Port of Hamburg.
What‘s Included
Light cruise–Hamburg at night – 90 minutes drive through the special evening atmosphere of the harbour basins
food and drinks
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Hamburg Light Cruise 90 minutes – Speicherstadt & Hafen at night
Reviews
71 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Fun and great impressions
Sylvia G,Sep 8, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00Everything worked out great, very friendly staff, entertaining comments. Be there early enough for a seat of your choice. € 30 / ticket is a word, drinks also not cheap - but what is that in Hamburg? A successful evening, was fun.
Slightly disappointed
Grace D,Nov 2, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
3.00We booked for 1800 but we were told by the company at the site there wasn't a 1800 we had to be there for 1600 (be here for 4 at dock 4 we were told), sad really because we wanted to sail for the evening lights, it wasn't dark enough. I would have given a 1 star but the staff onboard the vessel we lovely and it was a beautiful boat.
Beautiful tour by night…
Roam27732927788,Sep 17, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00Beautiful tour of Hamburg’s Speicherstadt and working harbour by night. Gives a unique view of the city. Elbphilharmonie - superb sight. Get there early to get your spot… and forget about queueing! With usual German attention to having a good time, you can order a beer or wine at your table, from a very genial waiter. I left this tour even more in love with Hamburg than when we set off.
Very bad
Neelam T,Aug 20, 2024
- Review from Viator
1.00It was mentioned during the booking that it’s in English but this tour is completely in German language
Only German tour guide
Stephanie L,Jul 1, 2024
- Review from Viator
1.00Sadly, we can't tell you about the tour because it was not in English nor did it provide any translation. Our tickets say English audio, but there was only German. Those around seemed to enjoy it.
See a lot in minimal time!
suzi p,May 6, 2024
- Review from Viator
5.00Great way to see the city in only 3 hrs. We covered lot of ground ! My teenage sons loved the Segways. So easy to learn. Highly recommend !
Unforgettable!
David L,Feb 11, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00It was fun! The map link on the Trip Advisor website took us to the wrong meeting place but fortunately we had left enough time. We only saw the sign to download the English audio at the end of the trip so we hadn’t a clue about what the guy was saying but we still managed to enjoy the ride. As we were travelling towards the experience we say the largest container ship in the world docking, and our ride included a close up view of it at the end. It extended the trip and was a fabulous experience.
Silence is golden
Caroline D,Dec 19, 2023
- Review from Viator
3.00The view of the Elbe lit is magical! A such a different perspective of the river in daylight. Would that i had relative silence to enjoy it and the excellent app with such interesting and informative facts on the Hamburg harbour. But the tour guide bellowed the German version in a manner that left me feeling as though i had been verbally & physically assaulted for more than an hour. I left the boat feeling traumatised. I understood not a word, but the violence spoke volumes to me. I could not recommend this tour to anyone. I abhor violence in all forms. I would not subject anyone to such verbal violence
Light ride
Lukas K,Dec 17, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00A very nice 1-hour harbor tour/light cruise through the Hamburg harbor at 9 p.m. Drinks were provided. The staff and the guide were very nice and friendly. Really recommended for groups and couples.
Nice lights tour
Leslie H,Nov 30, 2023
- Review from Viator
4.00Was ok, doing it in November meant it was too cold to stay on deck but table service at the bar inside was ok. Saw a lot of the harbour workings all lit up
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