Hamburg: Elbphilharmonie Plaza, Highlights & Surroundings

Explore Hamburg’s modern landmark, the Elbphilharmonie, on a guided walking tour through HafenCity. Learn about the building’s architecture and history while enjoying panoramic views of the harbor from the Elbphilharmonie Plaza.

Duration

1 hour

Free cancellation

up to 24 hours before the experience starts (local time)

Cancellation Policy


Free cancellation

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience's start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience's start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience's start time will not be accepted.
  • This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it's canceled because the minimum isn't met, you'll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.

Last Minute Availability

Wheelchair accessible

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Maximum 4 participants allowed for this slot.

Highlights

  • Learn all about the Elbphilharmonie
  • Ride the longest curved escalator in Europe
  • Get stunning views of the city and harbor from the Elbphilharmonie Plaza

Included

  • Guide
  • Skip-the-line entry ticket to the Plaza
  • Photo opportunities

Excluded

  • Visit to the concert halls

Meeting Point

Meet at the bus stop for the blue line, across from the old water police building. Your guide will be wearing a white shoulder bag with UNSER HAMBURG written on it. Attention: The meeting point is about 300 meters from the Elbphilharmonie.

Full Description

Discover one of Hamburg’s newest landmarks on a guided tour of the Elbphilharmonie. During the walk, you’ll learn fascinating details about the building, including why its construction took so long and how much it cost.

The tour begins with a walk around the impressive structure, where you can admire its unique façade while hearing about the history of the surrounding area and the modern architecture of HafenCity. Afterward, ride the longest curved escalator in Europe to reach the Elbphilharmonie Plaza.

From the plaza, take in sweeping views of Hamburg and its harbor while your guide shares stories and insights about the city and the iconic concert hall, including information about its remarkable acoustics and design. The tour also offers excellent opportunities to capture panoramic photos of the Elbphilharmonie and the surrounding landscape.

Know Before You Go

  • Please note the concert halls are not visited on this tour.
  • Those a wheelchair have to access the Elbphilharmonie Plaza while taking the elevator. In this case the escalator and the "Panoramafenster" cannot be visited.
  • The meeting point is NOT at or inside the Elbphilharmonie.
  • You will find the meeting point approximately 300 meters away from the Elbphilharmonie.
  • We want to offer you a truly special panorama from the outside for a memorable photo.
  • MEETING POINT: In front of the 'Körber Stiftung' building!
  • Important: Please DO NOT enter the building!
  • Address: Kehrwieder 12 (this is the name of the street!)
  • You’ll find benches on the forecourt.
  • The tour guide can be easily identified: They will be carrying a white shoulder bag and waiting on the forecourt near the stairs.

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