Discover Hamburg with Flexible Sightseeing

See Hamburg’s major attractions with complete flexibility using this hop-on hop-off bus tour. With 20 stops covering iconic sites from the bustling city center to the renowned Speicherstadt, this tour offers plenty of opportunities to create your own itinerary. Choose to get on and off whenever you like and enjoy onboard commentary available in multiple languages, giving valuable insight into the history, architecture and character of Hamburg.

Bus Tour Route & Timings

Climb aboard the classic red double-decker bus and set off on the popular Line A city circuit. Notable stops include:

• St. Pauli Landungsbrücken

• HBF / Kirchenallee

• Town Hall (Rathaus)

• Speicherstadt warehouse district

• HafenCity

• St. Michael’s Church

• Reeperbahn

• Shopping districts

Spring/Summer Schedule (April to October): First bus departs 9:25am, last bus 4:55pm from St. Pauli Landungsbrücken. Buses run every 20-30 minutes.

Autumn/Winter Schedules:

• Nov to Jan 5 & Feb to Mar 31: First bus 9:55am, last at 2:55pm (later on weekends and holidays). Frequency: every 30-60 minutes.

• Jan 8 to Jan 31: First bus 9:55am (Saturdays 9:25am), last bus 2:55pm. Frequency: every 30-60 minutes.

You may join the tour at any stop and ride for the duration of your ticket. For detailed routes and boarding points, refer to the official map provided after booking.

Upgrade to Scenic Cruises

Harbor Cruise

Enhance your experience with a harbor cruise departing from St. Pauli Landungsbrücken, Pier 1 & 4. Cruises run from 10am to 5pm, every 30-45 minutes. For extended sightseeing, choose a 120-minute cruise departing at 11:30am and 1:30pm.

Alster Lake Cruise

Opt for a serene 60-minute cruise on the Alster Lake. Sail past lovely city villas and churches, taking in Hamburg’s relaxing waterfront from Jungfernstieg pier. Alster cruises begin at 11am, with the last at 4pm, every 30 minutes.

Flexible and Informative

All buses are equipped with multi-language GPS audio guides and open-top decks for panoramic views. Family and discounted tickets are available. The cruise options offer audio guides or live commentary (English/German), and the Alster Lake and harbor cruises are accessible to people with reduced mobility.

How to Use Your Ticket

• Present your mobile or printed voucher to board the bus or cruise at any official stop

• Hop on or off anytime during the validity of your ticket

• Refer to the downloadable city map and follow live bus updates using the mobile app

Enjoy Hamburg Your Way

Whether you are sightseeing with family, exploring museums or relaxing on a cruise, this combined hop-on hop-off experience offers the flexibility to discover Hamburg at your own rhythm.

Book your Stadtrundfahrt: Hamburg Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour with Optional Alster Lake or Harbor Cruise tickets now!