Description
Points of Interest
- City Hall Hamburg
- Alster Lake (Inner & Outer)
- Historic Warehouse district
- Reeperbahn boulevard/St. Pauli district
- HafenCity
- St. Michael's Church/Krameramtsstuben
Be sure to read the Special Notes further down this page for important requirements and restriction.
Enjoy an insightful city tour of Hamburg, visit the St. Michael's church and listen to a public service followed by a short organ recital, on this half-day adventure. See 'Speicherstadt,' the world's largest warehouse complex, built during the turn of the century. Stop at the beloved City Hall to explore the neo-Renaissance exterior of this dramatic building and take a peek inside at the lobby (if possible). Enjoy a look north at the Alsterarkaden, a Venetian-style colonnade and re-board the motor coach passing by the Alster Lake, the modern TV Tower, the Planten & Blomen Park, a verdant urban park, and the remains of St. Nikolas Church before arriving at the baroque masterpiece, St. Michael's Church. Here disembark for an astonishing inside visit including a short public organ recital. Then, stroll over to Krameramtsstuben, the oldest residential district in Hamburg. Conclude with a drive through the red-light sailor's district and the picturesque harbor before returning to port.
Special Notes:
The order of sights may vary. Please note that the Town Hall may be closed on public holidays and during senate sessions. The public service in St. Michaels church will be done in German.Modest attire is required for visiting churches or cathedrals; knees, shoulders and midriffs must be covered; shorts are not allowed.
The coach for the city tour is equipped with seat belts, guests are required to use them. Guests may not stay on the coach during free time. The tour runs during all weather conditions. Guests should be prepared for the possibility of rain.
It is advisable to bring some small change of Euro coins as some shops do not accept other currencies nor Credit Cards for small purchases (furthermore, guests may have to pay for public bathroom facilities, usually between 50,- cents and 1,-Euro pp). Shops are closed on Sundays and bank holidays. Only a few souvenir shops may be opened.
Details
Tour timeline may vary to avoid overcrowding, etc.