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Discover Hamburg with hop-on hop-off bus, harbor and Alster cruise
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Discover Hamburg with hop-on hop-off bus, harbor and Alster cruise

Explore the highlights of Hamburg by land and water: Enjoy a sightseeing hop-on hop-off bus tour, a harbor cruise, and an Alster cruise in 1-3 days!

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en, de 

Discover the different faces of Hamburg on an Alster cruise
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Discover the different faces of Hamburg on an Alster cruise

Navigate the Alster river through the posh suburbs and to the mysterious side of the city can only be discovered by taking the water.

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Sunset sailing trip on the Alster in Hamburg
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Sunset sailing trip on the Alster in Hamburg

Enjoy a sailing trip on the Alster in Hamburg at sunset and admire the panorama of Hamburg.

Duration 1 hour
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Hamburg hop-on hop-off bus and Alster lake tour
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Hamburg hop-on hop-off bus and Alster lake tour

Discover Hamburg's city centre with a hop-on hop-off bus, see the top attractions and enjoy a cruise along the beautiful Inner and Outer Alster lake.

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Alster tour on the water in Hamburg
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Alster tour on the water in Hamburg

Tour the city on the water, explore the “pearl of the city center” and discover popular sights of the Hanseatic city from the water.

Duration 1 hour
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Private sailing tour on the Alster in Hamburg
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Private sailing tour on the Alster in Hamburg

Experience a private sailing tour with up to 10 people on Hamburg's Alster and enjoy the panorama of the city from the water.

Duration 1 hour 30 minutes
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Hop-on hop-off Alster cruise day-ticket
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Hop-on hop-off Alster cruise day-ticket

Discover the Alster river with a hop-on hop-off ticket, which allows you to get off the boat at any station and get on again at a later time.

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Sailing trip with two-mast sailing cutter on the Alster in Hamburg
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Sailing trip with two-mast sailing cutter on the Alster in Hamburg

Sail around 1.5 hours on the Hamburg Außenalster and enjoy the great distant view of Hamburg's highlights.

Duration 1 hour 30 minutes
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Chocoversum chocolate tour
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Chocoversum chocolate tour

Immerse yourself in the world of chocolate during an interactive tour at the Chocoversum and create your own chocolate bar!

Duration 1 hour 30 minutes
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90-minute harbor tour in German and English with possible hop-on, hop-off
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90-minute harbor tour in German and English with possible hop-on, hop-off

Buy your hop-on, hop-off boat tour in Hamburg for great views of the Elbphilharmonie, HafenCity and the district Speicherstadt.

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Guided tour of Hamburg’s Reeperbahn with Drag Queen Pamela
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Guided tour of Hamburg’s Reeperbahn with Drag Queen Pamela

Book a 1.5-hour Reeperbahn tour with drag queen Pamela and uncover wild stories, hidden secrets, and scandalous surprises in Hamburg's St. Pauli!

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Hamburg Westfield Mall, Speicherstadt and Elbphilharmonie tour
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Hamburg Westfield Mall, Speicherstadt and Elbphilharmonie tour

Book a 2-hour walking tour through Hamburg's HafenCity, from the modern Westfield Centre to historic Speicherstadt and the iconic Elbphilharmonie!

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Guided tour of Bunker St. Pauli in Hamburg
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Guided tour of Bunker St. Pauli in Hamburg

Book a 1.5-hour guided tour of Hamburg's Green Bunker and explore its transformation from WWII fortress to lush urban oasis!

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Hamburg 40 attractions city pass with cruise and optional transport
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Hamburg 40 attractions city pass with cruise and optional transport

Unlock Hamburg's history and culture with this city pass. Enjoy free entry to attractions, scenic cruises, and local discounts.

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Bucerius Kunst Forum ticket and city sights audio tour
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Bucerius Kunst Forum ticket and city sights audio tour

Explore Hamburg's history with a self-guided audio tour. Visit landmarks like St. Petri Church, Trostbrücke statues, and the art forum. Book now.

Duration 2 hours
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Rickmer Rickmers ticket and Hamburg highlights audio tour
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Rickmer Rickmers ticket and Hamburg highlights audio tour

Explore Hamburg's maritime history with a ticket to the Museum Ship Rickmer Rickmers. Discover architectural wonders and historic sites at your own pace.

Duration 2 hours
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Hamburg food tour with full meal and drinks
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Hamburg food tour with full meal and drinks

Embark on a delightful walking food tour in Hamburg's old town. Savour local delicacies and discover the city's maritime heritage through its cuisine.

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Blind city walking tour in Hamburg guided by a blind person
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Blind city walking tour in Hamburg guided by a blind person

Experience Hamburg like never before on a blindfolded city tour. Navigate the city centre with a guide and cane, enhancing your senses.

Duration 2 hours
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Hamburg sightseeing bike tour in English
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Hamburg sightseeing bike tour in English

This bike tour will show you the main sights of Hamburg. Explore the charming Speicherstadt and HafenCity, see the Elbphilharmonie and much more.

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Wilhelmsburg Guided Food Tour in Hamburg
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Wilhelmsburg Guided Food Tour in Hamburg

Enjoy 5 culinary tastes, a mix of sweet and savoury and hear and see exciting facts about the development of the controversial Wilhelmsburg district in Hamburg.

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Original Hamburger Bordparty Tickets
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Original Hamburger Bordparty Tickets

Take in views of the Hamburg Harbor at night and admire the city lights, dance all night to beats provided by the ship's on-board DJ and enjoy a dinner buffet.

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Hamburg 2-hour Harbor Cruise Towards Blankenese
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Hamburg 2-hour Harbor Cruise Towards Blankenese

Enjoy a cruise through Hamburg's harbor towards Blankenese. See the picturesque Elbe riverbank, passing Blankenese and the Airbus plant.

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The inside story

The Alster River flows through and adds life to Hamburg, Germany just like blood circulates through the human body. Spend any amount of time in Hamburg and you're bound to stumble upon this scenic 56-km-long tributary of the Elbe River.

In the 13th century, two artificial lakes were formed from the Alster River: the Außenalster (Outer Alster) and the smaller Binnenalster (Inner Alster). These two prominent expanses of water can be found right in the heart of Hamburg and are separated by the Kennedy and Lombard bridges.

Locals and tourists alike make their way to the Alster lakes for sanctuary from the bustling city. On a day with pleasant weather, you'll find people walking, biking, or lounging around this charming urban oasis. You can also sail down the water on a boat, canoe, or kayak. And you can't miss seeing the city lights reflected on the Alster during sunset or at night — it makes for a perfect photo backdrop!

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