Hamburg: Speicherstadt and Elbphilharmonic

4.9(19)2 hoursGerman, English, SpanishBook 3 hours aheadHamburg, Germany

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Begin your tour by exploring the Speicherstadt, the world’s largest industrial warehouse complex. Walk through the historic cobblestone streets and uncover tales of the spice, carpet, and tea trade. Enjoy a coffee tasting along the way.

Next, head to the Elbphilharmonic Plaza following the tour for breathtaking views of Hamburg’s modern container harbor, the largest in Germany.

Throughout the tour, gain a complete overview of the evolution of Hamburg’s trading history, from German unification in 1871 to the modern-day invention of container ships.

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A local coffee in a third generation coffee roaster

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What you'll do

Chilehaus
Fischertwiete 2A, Hamburg, Germany
The Chilehaus in Hamburg, built in 1924, is a striking example of Brick Expressionism. Its sharp, ship-like form symbolizes Hamburg’s trade connections, especially with Chile. Today, it’s a UNESCO World Heritage Site and an architectural icon of the city.
10 min
The Wasserschloss in Hamburg’s Speicherstadt is a former warehouse surrounded by canals
Built around 1905, it now houses a tea shop and restaurant, offering one of the most picturesque and iconic views in the historic warehouse district.
10 min
The Fleetschlösschen in Hamburg’s Speicherstadt is a charming red-brick house bu
ilt in 1885 as a customs and control station. Today, it’s a cozy café and restaurant, popular for its canal-side setting and historic atmosphere.
10 min
Kaffeemuseum Burg (Museum of Coffee)
St. Annenufer 2, Hamburg, Germany
The Kaffeeburg in Hamburg’s Speicherstadt, once a warehouse for coffee beans, now blends history with hospitality. Its warm brick architecture and inviting café make it perfect for our quick coffee stop while exploring the district.
20 minAdmission included
Hauptkirche St. Katharinen
Katharinenkirchhof 1, Hamburg, Germany
Discover more about the patron saint of the Speicherstadt and a tale of treachery and pirates gold.
10 min
Uncover the Speicherstadt's reputation as the center of oriental carpet trade, i
ts history and tradition in the cobbled streets.
10 minAdmission not included
The Kesselhaus in Hamburg’s Speicherstadt, originally a steam-powered boiler hou
se, now impresses with its red-brick architecture and industrial charm. Visitors can admire its historic machinery and unique design while exploring the warehouse district.
15 min
Elbphilharmonie
Platz Der Deutschen Einheit 4, Hamburg, Germany
The Elbphilharmonie in Hamburg, opened in 2017, is a modern architectural marvel. Its wave-like glass structure sits atop a historic warehouse, housing concert halls with world-class acoustics and offering panoramic views of the Elbe River.
10 min