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Hop-on hop-off on the water with the Maritime Circle Line in Hamburg

4.5 (66)
Hamburg, DE
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Hop-on hop-off on the water with the Maritime Circle Line in Hamburg

4.5 (66)
Hamburg, DE
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Experience the best of Hamburg's harbor with the Maritime Circle Line's Hop-on Hop-off Harbor Tour. Sail past iconic landmarks such as the Speicherstadt and HafenCity, cruise terminals, container ships, repair yards, and the harbor museum. The unique feature of this tour is that you only pay once and can make stopovers at any of the 9 stops to explore the attractions on land at your own pace. The tour takes approximately 90 minutes, allowing you to immerse yourself in the breathtaking panorama and maritime history of Hamburg. Don't miss out on visiting highlights like the BallinStadt Emigration Museum, Port Museum Hamburg, International Maritime Museum, Elbphilharmonie, Speicherstadt, and the iconic CAP SAN DIEGO cargo ship. Whether you want to make frequent stopovers or enjoy sightseeing from the water, the Maritime Circle Line's Hop-on Hop-off Harbor Tour is a must for every traveler visiting Hamburg.

About this experience

  • Free Cancellation For a full refund cancel at least before the start of your booking
  • Admission Not Included
  • 1 hours 30 minutes
  • Suitable for 1-15 Participants
  • Self Guided Experience
  • Sightseeing harbor cruise with magnificent panorama
  • Hop-on hop-off to visit attractions on land
  • Connects all tourist highlights and museums in the Port of Hamburg
  • Experience the history of immigration and emigration in the Emigration Museum
  • Visit the Elbphilharmonie and enjoy the great view over the port of Hamburg
  • 90-minute round trip with possibility of shore leave

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Introduction

Experience the wonders of Hamburg's harbor with the Hop-on Hop-off Harbor Tour by Maritime Circle Line. This sightseeing harbor cruise offers a truly unique and immersive way to discover the vibrant maritime history and modern landmarks that this city has to offer. Sail past iconic sights such as the historic Speicherstadt, the futuristic HafenCity, and impressive cruise terminals. Marvel at the grandeur of towering container ships, witness the bustling activity of repair yards, and soak in the intriguing atmosphere of the harbor museum and BallinStadt. What sets this tour apart is the convenience of a fixed timetable that connects all the major tourist highlights and museums along the port.

What to expect?

With a total duration of 90 minutes, this tour promises an unforgettable journey through Hamburg's remarkable harbor. The itinerary includes nine stops where you can hop off, explore the attractions at your own pace, and then continue your harbor tour. Discover the captivating history of immigration and emigration at the BallinStadt Emigration Museum. Experience the unique atmosphere of the Port Museum Hamburg, where cranes, historic freight wagons, and watercraft transport you back in time. Dive into the fascinating maritime history showcased on nine exhibition decks at the International Maritime Museum. Enjoy breathtaking views from the Plaza of the iconic Elbphilharmonie. Immerse yourself in the charm of the world's largest historic warehouse complex, the Speicherstadt. And don't miss the opportunity to explore the impressive CAP SAN DIEGO, the largest roadworthy museum cargo ship in the world.

Who is this for?

The Hop-on Hop-off Harbor Tour is suitable for all travelers who are eager to explore the heart and soul of Hamburg's maritime heritage. Whether you are a history enthusiast, an architecture lover, or simply seeking a unique and relaxing way to discover a city, this tour caters to all interests. Families can enjoy an educational and entertaining experience together, while couples can embark on a romantic escapade along the picturesque waterfront. Solo travelers will have the opportunity to meet new people and share unforgettable memories. This tour is for anyone who wants to truly connect with the spirit of Hamburg and appreciate its rich maritime culture.

Why book this?

By choosing the Hop-on Hop-off Harbor Tour, you'll embark on an extraordinary adventure that combines convenience, flexibility, and discovery. The fixed timetable ensures you won't miss out on any of the major attractions while offering you the freedom to explore at your own pace. Unlike traditional guided tours, you have the exclusive opportunity to make stopovers at any of the nine fascinating locations along the tour. This allows you to delve deeper into the attractions that pique your interest, immersing yourself in their history and charm. The panoramic views from the boat provide a unique perspective of the city, showcasing Hamburg's architectural marvels and its bustling waterfront. The Maritime Circle Line's extensive knowledge and experience in the region guarantee an unforgettable voyage that captures the essence of Hamburg's harbor.

Good to know

When planning your adventure, keep in mind that the entire tour lasts approximately 90 minutes. This provides ample time to explore the attractions, take captivating photographs, and soak in the vibrant atmosphere of Hamburg's harbor. The Hop-on Hop-off Harbor Tour is available at any of the nine stations, giving you the freedom to start your journey at a location that suits you best. Whether you're a history buff, an architecture geek, or simply seeking a unique adventure, this tour promises to fulfill your curiosity and offer memorable experiences.

Reviews

Travelers who have experienced the Hop-on Hop-off Harbor Tour can't help but rave about their thrilling journey through Hamburg's maritime wonders. They were captivated by the panoramic views and the unique perspective the boat provided of the city's iconic landmarks. Visitors praised the convenience of the fixed timetable, which ensured they didn't miss out on any of the attractions. The freedom to explore each stop at their own pace allowed them to fully immerse themselves in the history and culture of the harbor. Many reviewers highlighted the impressive knowledge and expertise of the Maritime Circle Line staff, who provided valuable insights into Hamburg's rich maritime heritage. Overall, visitors expressed their satisfaction with this exceptional tour, describing it as an unforgettable experience that brought Hamburg's waterfront to life.

How long before the event do I need to book?

  • You can book at any time before the event

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Is an adult required for the booking?

  • At least one adult or senior required per booking

Your Itinerary

BallinStadt Emigration Museum Hamburg

Go on an exciting journey and experience the fascinating history of immigration and emigration in the Emigration Museum.

Admission Not Included

Hafenmuseum Hamburg

The Port Museum Hamburg is located in the middle of the former free port on the last and listed Imperial Imperial Embankment, whose structure was created more than 100 years ago and at that time ensured an optimal transhipment between sea ship and land transport. Huge cranes rise into the sky on the wharf, historic freight wagons stand on the original tracks of the port railway, in the harbor basin lie a coal-fired floating steam crane, the general cargo ship "MS Bleichen" and other historic watercraft. Nowhere else can you experience the atmosphere of the Port of Hamburg from before the introduction of the container as closely as in the Harbor Museum, a branch of the Museum der Arbeit, which is open from the beginning of April to the end of October and is a very special kind of experience.

Admission Not Included

International Maritime Museum

3000 years of maritime history and modern research The International Maritime Museum in the listed Kaispeicher B. On nine exhibition decks, 3000 years of shipping history with valuable exhibits, ship models and paintings are shown. Marine research is dedicated to a dedicated deck.

Admission Not Included

Elbphilharmonie

The Elbphilharmonie is the new landmark of Hamburg. It was planned to create a "cultural monument for all". Visit the Plaza and enjoy the great view over the port of Hamburg and the city center.

Admission Not Included

Speicherstadt

The Hamburger Speicherstadt (built between 1883 and 1927 on the former Elbe islands and residential quarters Kehrwieder and Wandrahm) has been listed since 1991 and listed since 2015 as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. As the world's largest historic warehouse complex, it is one of Hamburg's most impressive sights.

Museumsschiff Cap San Diego

The CAP SAN DIEGO is the largest, roadworthy museum cargo ship in the world. Its elegant silhouette is part of the Hamburg harbor panorama like the Speicherstadt and the Michel. Tourists love them, the crew and 45 volunteer retired mariners keep them in good spirits. The CAP SAN DIEGO is the last surviving ship of a series of six fast general cargo carriers, which were built in 1961/62 for the shipping company Hamburg Süd and preferably drove to South America until the end of 1981. Since 1988, the CAP SAN DIEGO is a museum ship, since 2003 also maritime monument and floating hotel, which today has its mooring at the Überseebrücke in Hamburg.

Admission Not Included

Reviews

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4.5 (66)

PetraMrd

This tour are supposed to run both around the harbor but also into the Speicherstadt, and that's why we chose it. The tour did not run at all as promised. We went back and forth three times during the trip, seeing theh same things over and over again. Missed more than half of the promised places and the skipper blamed everything from strong currents, low water, wrong keel and broken bridges. The last straw was when they didn't drive into Speicherstadt, blaming the timetable and low water. Since there were only three parties on the boat and no one got off before then, I don't understand how they can ever keep a timetable if the boat is full and several parties want to get off or on at the various stops. A number of other riverboats pushed on into Speicherstadt but we had to turn back for the third time. Choose another tour if you want to see more than just going back and forth between the starting point and the Hafenmuseum

Tatum_B

Good tour with guide in English and German. Provided a good feel for the harbour area and waterways.

VickiM-T

To start with, the trip was fantastic - really informative, good facilities onboard and excellent service. We alighted halfway around the circuit, at the Maritime Museum, and went to get the next boat to complete our journey. To explain, you can get off at any stated location and get back on the following boat - there are three boats a day on Saturday and Sunday. Unfortunately, that boat never arrived at the stated time and ourselves and another party of 5 adults and a small child had to forgo the trip. Sadly disappointing as our initial experience was very good.

th1rdday

Quite a nice boat trip, but with flaws. First of all, the "hop on, hop off" feature is pretty limited as there are only three boats a day, with two hours in between them. So, if you go on the second boat of the day, as we did, there is only one opportunity to get off at a stop and get back on later. Secondly the boat did not stop at all the stops that were on the map given to you before you board and missed out a big chunk of the route, one of the most interesting parts. Yes, that section can apparently only be navigated when the water is high enough, but as it was only about an hour after high water that shouldn't have been a problem, surely? Finally, the commentary was in German and English before we got off at the Maritime Museum, but when we rejoined the boat to complete the journey the commentary was in German only and so no good for us at all..

Marc G

Really not in English. Mainly German. Went to working port which was nothing to see. Would have skipped this activity. .

Jenny L

The information was good on the tour but it was promoted as hip on hop off yet if you got off no boat was coming back for you so I felt misled

CSHeller2017

We cruised the river in Hamburg one night last August. The staff were great, the gentleman at the ticket office even allowed us to use our tickets for the night cruise when I had mistakenly bought ones for the afternoon. The cruise would have been stunning if not for the drunk guy that kept shouting at me. No one was in a spot when my husband and I boarded, and 5 minutes later a very intoxicated man came up and spoke to us in German, which we don't speak. We gathered he was saying that was his spot, and he had gone to get a beer, so we moved. 20 minutes into the cruise he was off again, so we moved back to our original spot, which was more spacious as there was two of us and the boat was FULL. He came back 20 minutes later and started yelling at me again, so apparently people can "claim" spots on the boat which they can leave empty and come back whenever they please. He was literally hammered from the drink, wouldn't stop yelling until my husband threatened him and at that point I was very uncomfortable and nervous. It's not the staff's fault but perhaps they can do a better job of not allowing obvious drunk people to ride. Other than this, I will always remember the all-blue lights of Hamburg from a boat on the river that night.

C696AKjamesg

The commentary was lively dynamic and knowledgeable with some very funny jokes thrown in. Don't expect the same amount of travel flexibility you might get on hop-on-and-off bus tours, as there is only one boat (check details as we travelled out-of-season). If you decide to get off you will need to wait for the same boat to pick you up on its next circuit, having said that as Hamburg central is relatively small, you can get off and walk back to where ever you need.

piotrt499

Definitely worth the money. You see a lot and everything looks better from the water. The English moderation was both informative and really amusing, the captain has quite some talent.

helotestx

Staff was friendly and kind. Boat ride was a nice but the sound system was challenging to hear. Overall a very nice experience for the price.
Collected by Evendo, Tripadvisor & Viator
2024-05-04 11:45
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