Hamburg Historical and Modern Walking Tour

See the old and new sides of Hamburg on a 2-hour walking tour, led by a German-speaking guide. After exploring the historical warehouse district of Speicherstadt, and learning about coffee and spices, stroll to the modern and glitzy HafenCity to admire luxury yachts bobbing in the harbor. Learn all about the city and its history and culture as you explore these two intriguing neighborhoods.

Meeting Point

Baumwall Station

20459 Hamburg, Germany

Subway station Baumwall, Kehrwiederspitze exit, at the bottom of the stairs in front of the kiosk ("Back Shop"). The kiosk is located under the railway bridge.

What's included:

• Local guide

Not included:

• Hotel pickup and drop-off
• Food and drinks, unless specified

What to expect:

Duration: 2 hours

HafenCity

Osakaallee 11, , Hamburg, 20457

After getting to know the old warehouse district, continue by foot to Hamburg’s HafenCity, and see the building that many Hamburgers consider to be the ‘best office building in the world.’ Then, visit the district’s enormous harbor, where some of the world's largest yachts have been spotted. Luxury vessels, such as the Queen Mary 2 and Russian businessman Roman Abramovich’s superyacht Eclipse, are regularly seen here.
Soak up the views along the River Elbe and over the harbor, and then stroll back to the start point where your tour ends.

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Speicherstadt Kaffeeroesterei

Kehrwieder 5, , Hamburg, 20457

Meet your German-speaking guide at Baumwall station in Hamburg’s fascinating Speicherstadt, a neighborhood widely considered to be the largest warehouse district in the world. This ancient trading area grew quickly over the 19th century, buying and selling everything from carpets and coffee to spices from afar.
While learning about the area from your guide, you will receive interesting information about coffee, spices and traditional oriental carpets.

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