Experience Hamburg’s Sights with Flexibility

Travel through the heart of Hamburg aboard comfortable double-decker buses and see the city’s top sights at your own pace. The hop-on hop-off tour lets you start at any one of the designated 15 stops spread throughout Hamburg, so you can join the tour wherever’s best for you. Buses run every 60 minutes, making it easy to get off, explore an attraction, and catch the next bus to continue your journey.

Bus Tour Route Details

The single loop route covers Hamburg’s most renowned attractions including Elbphilharmonie concert hall, Speicherstadt’s historic warehouses and charming bridges, the picturesque Alster Lake, St. Michael’s Church and more. Audio guides are available onboard in several languages, providing context and stories about the sites as you travel. Listen to the city’s history, architecture and culture from street level or enjoy the views from the bus’s open-top deck in good weather.

Timetable & Key Stops

• First bus: 9:45am from Central Station Kirchenallee

• Last bus: 4:25pm (winter)/6:25pm (summer) from Central Station Kirchenallee

• Frequency: Every 60 minutes

• Main stops: Elbphilharmonie, Townhall, St. Michael’s Church, Goose Market, Speicherstadt, Alster Lake

Harbor Cruise (Optional Add-On)

Enhance your Hamburg adventure by choosing the ticket option that includes a 60-minute cruise on the Elbe River. The boat tour departs multiple times daily from Landungsbrücken Bridge 1. Glide past HafenCity, Speicherstadt and iconic riverside landmarks while your audio guide shares stories about Hamburg’s maritime legacy. The river cruise offers a unique perspective of the city’s blend of modern and historic architecture as seen from the water.

Cruise Timetable

• Summer (Easter to Oct 31): First cruise 10am, last cruise 6pm (7pm Fri-Sun). Runs every 15–30 minutes.

• Winter (Nov to Easter): First cruise 10am, last cruise 5pm. Runs every 30–45 minutes.

With both tour options, you’re in control of your schedule—spend more time at your favorite sights and catch the next available bus or cruise. Download a detailed route map and boarding points before your visit for smooth planning.

How It Works

• Board at any stop along the route—you do not need to start at the first stop

• Show your ticket (either printed or mobile) to the driver or cruise staff

• Hop off at locations you wish to explore, then rejoin the tour later from any designated stop for the entire day

Accessible and Family Friendly

Buses and cruises are accessible for families and offer complimentary tickets for children under 5.

Reasons to Choose This Tour

• Flexible, convenient city exploration with scenic views

• Combine the sights of Hamburg by land and water

• Audio commentary lets you learn on the go

• Tickets include maps, headphones and the option to upgrade to a full harbor experience

Book your City Tours: Hamburg Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour with Optional Elbe River Cruise tickets now!