Private Black Van Hamburg and the Hanseatic League Tour Private Hamburg and the Hanseatic League History Tour
ID: GYG444825-800489
Category:
Country: Germany
Duration:
05:00 hours
Description
Learn about the Hanseatic League on this history tour through the city of Hamburg. Find out how a medieval collective of markets grew from a handful of German towns to monopolizing trade in Europe.
On this Hamburg history tour, you’ll step back in time to learn all about the influence of “the Hanse,” as you explore our harbor city with a local guide. Explore the historic architecture of the third largest port in Europe and uncover the unique character that defines Hamburg.
You’ll meet your tour guide in front of St. Katharinen church. After meeting your guide (and driver) at your hotel you will head to the St. Katharinen church. This is one of the five principal Lutheran churches in Hamburg, as well as the second oldest preserved building in the city. It traditionally served as the church of the seamen, who you’ll learn about as you dive into the history of The Hanse.
Your first next stop is Speicherstadt, one of the largest warehouse complexes in the world, built between 1883 and 1927. This is where exotic goods like coffee, spices and rugs were transported, along the beautiful canals and into various houses. To gain a deeper understanding of the important role this warehouse played, you’ll go inside the fascinating Speicherstadt Museum.
Then, head onto the famous Elbphilharmonie, or the “Elfi” as locals call it. No trip to Hamburg is complete without seeing the incredible (and controversial) architecture of one thousand glass windows atop a 1960s brick warehouse base.
From there, you’ll stroll along the St. Pauli Piers (or the Landungsbrücken), the largest landing place in Hamburg Port. At the western end, we’ll head into the Old Elbe tunnel. This tunnel under the River Elbe opened in 1911 and was a welcome relief for thousands of commuting workers headed into one of the world’s busiest ports.
Highlights
- Visit the Speicherstadt, one of the largest warehouse complexes in the world
- Hear the story behind the incredible architecture of the Elbphilharmonie
- Explore Landungsbrücken, the largest landing place in Hamburg Port
- Head through the Old Elbe tunnel, built in 1911 under the River Elbe
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
Our guides are experts in their subjects, but this is your private tour, and the city has no shortage of fascinating places to see. It’s our pleasure to tailor this tour to suit your interests. Simply tell us where your interests lie, and we’ll be happy to accommodate your wishes.
Please wait in the hotel lobby 5 minutes before your scheduled pickup time.
The guide will be holding a sign with your last name on it.
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
Cancellation is not possible. If you cancel it anyway or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity and the money you paid will not be refunded.
