Culture & History in Hamburg

See how past meets the present in this tour of the unique Hamburg HafenCity! Hamburg's HafenCity includes the historical Speicherstadt area, which is an UNESCO World Heritage Site. It is an extraordinary place where former warehouses have found a new life becoming one of the most prestigious areas of the city. Admire the magnificent Elbe Philharmonic Hall erected on the largest warehouse in the port. Resembling the waves of the sea, the facade of the Philharmonic reflects the sunsets and sunrises over the port making it a place like no other. Enjoy a soothing and beautiful walk along the Elbe promenade, where you will come across different boats – from sport boats to the Fire Ship and perhaps elegant Cap San Diego known as the White Swan. And finally, see the Old Elbe Tunnel that connects the jetties with the harbour area in Steinwerder. The inside of the tunnel provides very peculiar lighting, reliefs in the form of starfish or dolphins. Allow yourself to be impressed during your walk by an extraordinary city development concept, directly alongside historical buildings. Breathe in the maritime flare and get surprised by the Hamburg’s history!

Explore the most vibrant area in Hamburg, if not in the whole Germany! Filled with sex shops, clubs, pubs and cabarets, Reeperbahn is the place where fun and freedom thrive. But there is much more to this area than just sex and amusement! Reeperbahn is a place of rich and unusual history with its crazy local stories. Listen to the local legends abouth Herbertstraße – the place that women are forbidden to enter and find out what progressive German feminists do about that. See Grosse Freiheit, 36 – the club where the Beatles started their career and learn how they got kicked out of there. Explore theater life of Reeperbahn while listening to the stories about its most famous theaters – St. Pauli Theater and the Schmidt. And of course, visit the main square of Reeperbahn – Spielbudenplatz which has been a local attraction since the 16th century. With this tour, you will not only discover the most fun, notorious, and significant places of Reeperbahn but perhaps will get to know local people and their wild sides better.

This in-app audio tour of Elbphilharmonie and HafenCity is an exciting journey that takes you through the history and architecture of these iconic landmarks. It is a perfect way to explore them at your own pace. You will start at the Elbphilharmonie, where you will learn about the challenges and scandals during the ten-year construction period, including the discovery of WWII bombs. Next, in the Inner Plaza, you will experience spectacular views while revealing the secrets of the exceptional acoustics of Elphie's music halls. Next, you will visit the Outer Plaza and marvel at the breathtaking views of the city and the river while listening to stories behind Hamburg's main landmarks, including the legend about a pirate treasure. The tour continues along HafenCity, where you will pass by the historic Speicherstadt and learn about its brick-work architecture and marine port history. As you make your way further, you will pass by the Kesselhaus, a former steam engine station that has been transformed into a trendy event space. You will also discover Sandtorpark, a beautiful green space amidst the bustling city. The tour will end at the Marco Polo Tower, representing HafenCity's innovative spirit. With so many exciting landmarks and stories to discover, this tour is a must-do for anyone visiting Hamburg. Note! This tour is not affiliated with the Elbphilharmonie but is provided by an independent creator. The ticket is provided for the customer's convenience.