Elphi Plaza Guided Tour and Harbour Cruise

About this experience

The Elphi Plaza Guided Tour and Harbour Cruise is a combination tour in Hamburg covering the Elbphilharmonie concert hall and the city's working harbour over two and a half hours. A professional guide leads a one-hour walking tour of the Elbphilharmonie, the striking wave-shaped building completed in 2017 on the banks of the Elbe, sharing anecdotes and insider detail about its architecture and construction. The tour includes priority access and a ride on the building's curved escalator, which runs 82 metres to the Plaza observation deck, where views extend across the port, the Speicherstadt warehouse district, and the city skyline. Hamburg is one of Europe's largest port cities, and the Plaza offers one of the clearest vantage points over it. The second half moves to the water for a one-hour harbour cruise aboard a traditional barge, with live commentary covering the port's role in Hamburg's trade and history. The cruise passes container terminals, historic quays, and the Speicherstadt from the waterside. Tickets cover priority access to the Elbphilharmonie Plaza, the escalator ride, the guided walking tour, and the harbour cruise. Note that entry to the concert halls themselves is not included. The starting point is Baumwall metro station. Wheelchair access is not available on this tour.

Highlights

• Guided tour of the Elbphilharmonie concert hall, completed in 2017
• Priority access included, no queuing at the entrance
• Ride the curved 82-metre escalator to the Plaza observation deck
• Views across the port and Speicherstadt from the observation deck
• One-hour walking tour with a professional guide sharing insider detail
• Full experience spans two and a half hours combining hall and harbour

What is included

• Priority access and escalator ride
• 1-hour guided walking tour
• 1-hour harbor cruise

Not included

• Visit of the concert halls in the Elbphilharmonie/ Plaza Guided Tour is excluded

Before you go

Arrival and timing The tour begins at Baumwall metro station, so aim to arrive a few minutes before your booked start time to meet your guide and get under way promptly. The full experience runs for two and a half hours, combining a one-hour guided walking tour of the Elbphilharmonie Plaza with a one-hour harbour cruise, so wear comfortable shoes and dress for the weather, as a good portion of the tour takes place outdoors. During your visit Your ticket includes priority access to the Plaza and the escalator ride; entry to the concert halls themselves is not included. The harbour section takes place on an open barge, so a light layer is advisable even in warmer months. Keep your phone handy for photos on the observation deck and from the water, but be mindful of other guests during the guide's commentary. Food and drink are not part of the tour, so have anything you need before you meet your group.

Cancellation terms

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start time.