Hamburg Hop On Hop Off Bus Tours

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Hamburg Citytours sightseeing bus, Hamburg
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City Tours: Hamburg Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour with Optional Elbe River Cruise

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  • Discover the vibrant city of Hamburg in the most fun way possible, with a 1-day hop-on-hop-off bus tour.
  • Jump on and off the bus as many times as you want, with 15 stops along the route and buses arriving every 60 mins.
  • You can also opt for a 60-min harbor boat cruise along the scenic Elbe River and see historic piers and some of the largest ports in Europe.
  • The double-decker buses come with GPS-controlled audio guides in multiple languages and you can hear about the sights as you pass by.
  • Some of the must-visit spots along your route include the scenic Alster Lake, expansive Outer Alster, 18th-century St. Michaelis Church, and more.
  • Discover the vibrant city of Hamburg in the most fun way possible, with a 1-day hop-on-hop-off bus tour.
  • Jump on and off the bus as many times as you want, with 15 stops along the route and buses arriving every 60 mins.
  • You can also opt for a 60-min harbor boat cruise along the scenic Elbe River and see historic piers and some of the largest ports in Europe.
  • The double-decker buses come with GPS-controlled audio guides in multiple languages and you can hear about the sights as you pass by.
  • Some of the must-visit spots along your route include the scenic Alster Lake, expansive Outer Alster, 18th-century St. Michaelis Church, and more.

Inclusions

  • 1-day unlimited hop-on hop-off tour
  • 60-min Elbe river cruise with English audio guide (based on option selected)
  • Audio guide in English, French, Spanish, Russian, Italian & German (on the bus)
  • Free sightseeing map & headphones (on the bus)
  • Free child (aged 5 and under) tickets

Please click here for the detailed route map and boarding points.

You can join the tour at any stop and hop on and off for the duration of your ticket.

Bus route

Summer (Nov 1 to Mar 31)

  • First bus: 9:45am from Central station Kirchenalle
  • Last bus: 6:25pm from Central station Kirchenalle
  • Frequency: Every 60 mins
  • Popular stops: St. Michalis Church, Townhall, Goose Market

Winter (Apr 1 to Oct 31)

  • First bus: 9:45am from Central station Kirchenalle
  • Last bus: 4:25pm from Central station Kirchenalle
  • Frequency: Every 60 mins
  • Popular stops: St. Michalis Church, Townhall, Goose Market

Harbor cruise

Summer (Easter to Oct 31)

  • First cruise: 10am from Landungsbrücken, Bridge 1
  • Last cruise: 6pm from Landungsbrücken, Bridge 1 (7pm from Fri to Sun)
  • Frequency: Every 15-30 mins

Winter (Nov to Easter)

  • First cruise: 10am from Landungsbrücken, Bridge 1
  • Last cruise: 5pm from Landungsbrücken, Bridge 1
  • Frequency: Every 30-45 mins
  • Require special accommodations for your disability? Rest assured you can contact the service provider and they'll try to assist you.
  • Note that during special events, construction, or other incidents the services and timetable are subject to change.
  • You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
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Stadtrundfahrt: Hamburg Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour with Optional Alster Lake or Harbor Cruise

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€21
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  • Hamburg at your fingertips! This 1-day hop-on hop-off bus tour is your ticket to explore, it's sightseeing spots on your terms.
  • Every 30 mins, your buses await! With 20 stops scattered around the city’s coolest spots, you'll be ticking off your bucket list on the go.
  • Level up your trip with an Alster Lake or Elbe River cruise and glide past swanky villas and lush gardens.
  • Your personal tour guide is built right in! The open-top bus comes with a multi-language GPS audio guide – it's like having a local bestie.
  • Roll past the city’s modern marvels, gawk at St. Michael's Church's baroque beauty, and get lost in Speicherstadt's brick wonderland.
  • Hamburg at your fingertips! This 1-day hop-on hop-off bus tour is your ticket to explore, it's sightseeing spots on your terms.
  • Every 30 mins, your buses await! With 20 stops scattered around the city’s coolest spots, you'll be ticking off your bucket list on the go.
  • Level up your trip with an Alster Lake or Elbe River cruise and glide past swanky villas and lush gardens.
  • Your personal tour guide is built right in! The open-top bus comes with a multi-language GPS audio guide – it's like having a local bestie.
  • Roll past the city’s modern marvels, gawk at St. Michael's Church's baroque beauty, and get lost in Speicherstadt's brick wonderland.

Inclusions

  • 1-day unlimited hop-on hop-off tour
  • 60/120-min harbor cruise (based on ticket selected)
  • 60-min Alster Lake cruise (based on ticket selected)
  • Audio guide in German, English, French, Russian, Italian, Spanish, Danish, Japanese, Chinese, Arabic & Portuguese (on the bus)
  • Free sightseeing map and earphones (on the bus)
  • German-speaking guide on harbor cruise (based on ticket selected)
  • Audio guide in English on cruise (based on ticket selected)
  • Mobile app with a detailed map and live bus tracking
  • Special prices for families/kids/seniors

Please click here for the detailed route map and boarding points.

You can join the tour at any stop and hop on and off for the duration of your ticket.

Line A (bus tour)

Apr to Oct

  • First bus: 9:25am from stop 1 (St. Pauli Landungsbrücken) (9:15am from Fri to Sun & public holidays)
  • Last bus: 4:55pm from stop 1 (St. Pauli Landungsbrücken) (4:55pm from Fri to Sun & public holidays)
  • Frequency: Every 20-30 mins
  • Popular stops: HBF/Kirchenallee, Rathaus, Singapurstrasse

Nov to Jan 5 & Feb 1 to Mar 31

  • First bus: 9:55am from stop 1 (St. Pauli Landungsbrücken) (9:25am from Fri to Sun & public holidays)
  • Last bus: 2:55pm from stop 1 (St. Pauli Landungsbrücken) (3:55am on Sat)
  • Frequency: Every 30-60 mins
  • Popular stops: HBF/Kirchenallee, Rathaus, Singapurstrasse

Jan 8 to Jan 31

  • First bus: 9:55am from stop 1 (St. Pauli Landungsbrücken) (9:25 on Sat)
  • Last bus: 2:55pm from stop 1 (St. Pauli Landungsbrücken)
  • Frequency: Every 30-60 mins
  • Popular stops: HBF/Kirchenallee, Rathaus, Singapurstrasse

Harbor cruise

60-min cruise

  • First cruise: 10am from St. Pauli Landungsbrücken, Pier 1 & 4
  • Last cruise: 5pm from St. Pauli Landungsbrücken, Pier 1 & 4
  • Frequency: Every 30-45 mins

120-min cruise

  • Departure: 11:30am & 1:30pm from St. Pauli Landungsbrücken, Pier 1 & 4

Alster Lake cruise

  • First cruise: 11am from Jungfernstieg pier
  • Last cruise: 4pm from Jungfernstieg pier
  • Frequency: Every 30 mins
  • Keep in mind smoking on the Alster Lake cruises and food & beverages on the harbor cruises are not allowed. Pack wisely!
  • The Alster Lake and harbor cruises are wheelchair and pram/stroller accessible.
  • Dogs are welcome on the buses.
  • You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
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1-Day Hamburg Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour and 1-Hour Hamburg Harbor Cruise
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Combo (Save 17%): Hamburg Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour + Hamburg Harbor Cruise

from €41
€34.04

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  • Discover the vibrant city of Hamburg with a 1-day hop-on-hop-off bus tour and set sail on a 1-hour Hamburg Harbor cruise with this cost-saving combo.
  • Enjoy unlimited hopping on and off the bus at 15 stops with buses arriving every 60 mins, complemented by an audio guide in 6 languages.
  • Visit iconic spots like Marco-Polo-Terrasse known for its panoramic views of the city's harbor, particularly the waterfront area known as the "Landungsbrücken."
  • Sail for an hour in Hamburg Harbor on a traditional barge or passenger ship of your choice, with an English audio guide.
  • Glide past iconic sites on the cruise, catching sight of the Elbphilharmonie's glass facade and the docks by Blohm and Voss, a German shipbuilding company.
  • Discover the vibrant city of Hamburg with a 1-day hop-on-hop-off bus tour and set sail on a 1-hour Hamburg Harbor cruise with this cost-saving combo.
  • Enjoy unlimited hopping on and off the bus at 15 stops with buses arriving every 60 mins, complemented by an audio guide in 6 languages.
  • Visit iconic spots like Marco-Polo-Terrasse known for its panoramic views of the city's harbor, particularly the waterfront area known as the "Landungsbrücken."
  • Sail for an hour in Hamburg Harbor on a traditional barge or passenger ship of your choice, with an English audio guide.
  • Glide past iconic sites on the cruise, catching sight of the Elbphilharmonie's glass facade and the docks by Blohm and Voss, a German shipbuilding company.

Inclusions

Hamburg HOHO pass

  • 1-day unlimited hop-on hop-off tour
  • Audio guide in English, French, Spanish, Russian, Italian & German
  • Free sightseeing map & headphones
  • Free child (aged 5 and under) tickets

Harbor cruise

  • Harbor cruise in Hamburg
  • Live commentary in German
  • Audio guide in English, French, Spanish, Italian, Chinese, and Russian
  • Disembark at Elbphilharmonie or boarding pier (based on the option selected)

Hamburg HOHO pass

Please click here for the detailed route map and boarding points.

You can join the tour at any stop and hop on and off for the duration of your ticket.

Summer (Nov 1 to Mar 31)

  • First bus: 9:45am from Central station Kirchenalle
  • Last bus: 6:25pm from Central station Kirchenalle
  • Frequency: Every 60 mins
  • Popular stops: St. Michalis Church, Townhall, Goose Market

Winter (Apr 1 to Oct 31)

  • First bus: 9:45am from Central station Kirchenalle
  • Last bus: 4:25pm from Central station Kirchenalle
  • Frequency: Every 60 mins
  • Popular stops: St. Michalis Church, Townhall, Goose Market

Harbour cruise

  • Departure: 10am to 7pm from St. Pauli Landungsbrücken

Hamburg HOHO pass

  • Require special accommodations for your disability? Rest assured you can contact the service provider and they'll try to assist you.
  • Note that during special events, construction, or other incidents the services and timetable are subject to change.

Harbour cruise

  • Tip: Engage with the onboard skipper for live German commentary, providing vivid and up-to-date insights into Hamburg's port during the cruise.
  • Note: If you want to cruise through the Speicherstadt, you should opt for the barge as the bridges in the Speicherstadt region are too low for the large passenger ships to get through.
  • Transportation of wheelchairs is only possible on a large passenger ship. Make sure you inform in advance in case of any requirement.
  • The passenger ships MS RIVER STAR and MS HAMBURG as well as the paddle wheeler MS LOUISIANA STAR can be accessed barrier-free via a gangway and have corresponding sanitary facilities. Due to the conditions on-site, no information can be provided in advance regarding the exact time the above ships are used in the harbor cruise (no fixed departure times).
  • The luxury barges, as well as the traditional barge, can not be accessed barrier-free.
  • You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.
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1-Day Hamburg Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour and Elbphilharmonie Guided Tour
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View of the Elbphilharmonie
1-Day Hamburg Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour and Elbphilharmonie Guided Tour
Hop on hop off tour bus, Hamburg
Alster Lake Hamburg
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Grasbrook Hamburg
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Combo (Save 8%): Hamburg Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour + Elbphilharmonie Guided Tour

from €44
€40.48

8% off

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You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

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  • With these combo tickets to the flexible 1-day hop-on-hop-off tour and guided tour of Elbphilharmonie, get the best of Hamburg while you save money.
  • Discover the lively city of Hamburg on a bus that departs every 60 mins and allows you to get on and off at any of the 15 stops along the way.
  • Stay informed on the go with GPS-controlled audio guides in multiple languages and stop by famous spots like Alster Lake, St. Michaelis Church, and more.
  • Rising from the banks of the Elbe River like a cresting wave, take an English or German-guided tour of the Elbphilharmonie, holding 3 world-class concert halls.
  • Take a ride on the curved glass elevator to reach the top of the building and get 360° views of the Hamburg skyline and nearby Speicherstadt, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
  • With these combo tickets to the flexible 1-day hop-on-hop-off tour and guided tour of Elbphilharmonie, get the best of Hamburg while you save money.
  • Discover the lively city of Hamburg on a bus that departs every 60 mins and allows you to get on and off at any of the 15 stops along the way.
  • Stay informed on the go with GPS-controlled audio guides in multiple languages and stop by famous spots like Alster Lake, St. Michaelis Church, and more.
  • Rising from the banks of the Elbe River like a cresting wave, take an English or German-guided tour of the Elbphilharmonie, holding 3 world-class concert halls.
  • Take a ride on the curved glass elevator to reach the top of the building and get 360° views of the Hamburg skyline and nearby Speicherstadt, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Inclusions

Hamburg HOHO pass

  • 1-day unlimited hop-on hop-off tour
  • Audio guide in English, French, Spanish, Russian, Italian & German
  • Free sightseeing map & headphones
  • Free child (aged 5 and under) tickets

Elbphilharmonie guided tour

  • 60-min guided tour of Elbphilharmonie
  • German or English-speaking guide (based on ticket selected)

Please click here for the detailed route map and boarding points.

You can join the tour at any stop and hop on and off for the duration of your ticket.

Bus route

Summer (Nov 1 to Mar 31)

  • First bus: 9:45am from Central station Kirchenalle
  • Last bus: 6:25pm from Central station Kirchenalle
  • Frequency: Every 60 mins
  • Popular stops: St. Michalis Church, Townhall, Goose Market

Winter (Apr 1 to Oct 31)

  • First bus: 9:45am from Central station Kirchenalle
  • Last bus: 4:25pm from Central station Kirchenalle
  • Frequency: Every 60 mins
  • Popular stops: St. Michalis Church, Townhall, Goose Market

Hamburg HOHO pass

  • Require special accommodations for your disability? Rest assured you can contact the service provider and they'll try to assist you.
  • Note that during special events, construction, or other incidents the services and timetable are subject to change.

Elbphilharmonie guided tour

  • Tip: Be sure to check out the other points of interest near Elbphilharmonie such as the Warehouse District Museum (Speicherstadtmuseum), Speicherstadt Coffee Roastery (Speicherstadt Kaffeerösterei) and Miniatur Wunderland.
  • Appointments are confirmed according to the Elbphilharmonie and its limited Plaza ticket contingent for guided tours. If no more Plaza tickets are issued, a suitable alternative date is booked as soon as possible. In exceptional cases, the tour guide may then report on the Elbphilharmonie from outside.
  • You can still go to the plaza free of charge after the official tour if the tour should only take place from outside.
  • Entry to the Elbphilharmonie concert halls is not included in this tour.
  • In rare, special cases (mainly for security reasons) the Elbphilharmonie reserves the right not to allow access to the Plaza. In this case, the partial amount will be refunded.
  • This tour with Störtebeker beer is only open to individuals who are over 18 years old.
  • You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

Hamburg hop-on hop-off bus tours

Hamburg is the second-largest city in Germany and also one of the country’s favorite tourist destinations. With vibrant neighborhoods and architecture that face the Elbe River, Hamburg is bustling with activity. The city is known for its diverse harborfront, historic museums, and excellent local cafes.
Though the city has a well-connected public transport network, for a new visitor, it can be confusing to navigate. Knowing this, the Hamburg hop-on hop-off bus tours are the most convenient way to take in the sights of this wonderful city. 
Keep reading along to find out why hop-on hop-off buses are the best way to travel around and see all the sights of this city.

Why choose Hamburg hop-on hop-off bus tours?

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Hop-on hop-off tours are the easiest and most convenient way to explore the lively German city of Hamburg:

  • Open-top buses: The double-decker buses offer an excellent vantage point to see all the must-see tourist attractions and landmarks in Hamburg.
  • Visit the top landmarks: You can visit all the top city attractions, and only get off at those stops you wish, or just enjoy the sights from the comfort of the bus. 
  • Easy and convenient: Hop-on hop-off tickets offer great value since you can visit most of the city’s major attractions and not have to worry about following a fixed itinerary or transport.
  • Saves money: Since the buses stop at all of the city’s major attractions, you can save money on transportation when compared to visiting each separately. 
  • Pre-recorded commentary: There are audio guides available on board that give you running commentary of the attractions the bus will visit.

Which Hamburg hop-on hop-off bus tour is best for you?

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If you are short on time

Go for: hop-on hop-off bus tours
Duration: Flexible
Guide: English audio guide in 11 languages

  • These hop-on hop-off tours are ideal for travelers who do not have much time and want to make the most of their visit to Hamburg.
  • These tours are valid for 24 hours and include an audio guide in 11 languages, a sightseeing map, headphones, and an optional harbor cruise or an Alster Lake cruise. 

Recommended tours:

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If you want to explore the city in-depth

Go for: Hamburg city tour
Duration: 1 day
Guide: Audio guide in 6 languages

  • You can get on and off the bus as many times as you want. With 15 stops along the route and buses every 20 to 40 minutes, this ticket allows you to explore the city's iconic attractions at your convenience. 
  • You can also enjoy access to a 1-hour harbor cruise along the Elbe River and GPS-controlled audio guides, available in multiple languages, which give you interesting information about the attractions as you pass them. 

Recommended tours:

Hamburg hop-on hop-off bus tour timetable

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Stadtrundfahrt tour timings:

  • Monday to Thursday: 9:25 AM to 4:55 PM (from St. Pauli Landungsbrucken)
  • Friday to Sunday, public, and bank holidays: 9:15 AM to 4:55 PM (from St. Pauli Landungsbrucken)
    Frequency: every 30 mins
    Popular stops: Elbphilharmonie, HafenCity, and Speicherstadt

Stadtrundfahrt harbor cruise: 

  • April to October: 10 AM to 6 PM (from St. Pauli Landungsbrucken)
    Frequency: every 15 to 30 mins
  • November to March: 10 AM to 6 PM (from St. Pauli Landungsbrucken)
    Frequency: every 30 to 45 mins

Stadtrundfahrt Alster Lake cruise:

  • Open: 11 AM to 4 PM (from Anleger Jungfernstieg)
    Frequency: every 30 mins

Hamburg hop-on hop-off bus tour routes

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Stadrundfahrt tour

Stadrundfahrt tour

This sightseeing bus tour runs along Line A of the city and offers a curated route with 20 designated stops. You can also upgrade your tour with a 1 or 2-hour harbor cruise starting at St. Pauli Piers on the River Elbe.
The red double-decker Stadrundfahrt bus departs from St. Pauli Landungsbrucken and passes through iconic spots like Speicherstadt, HafenCity, Reeperbahn, and the Town Hall.

Hamburg city tour

Hamburg city tour

The Hamburg city tour is valid for 1 day. This hop-on-hop-off bus tour runs along a single route that has 15 stops. You can get on and off the bus an unlimited number of times and see several iconic attractions in Hamburg, including Elbphilharmonie, Speicherstadt, Alster Lake, Outer Alster, and St. Michaelis Church.

Hamburg hop-on hop-off bus tour highlights

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St. Michaeliskirche

St. Michaeliskirche, also known as Michel, is one of Hamburg's largest churches, dating from the 17th century and dedicated to the Archangel Michael.

Speicherstadt

The warehouse district of Hamburg represents the city’s long maritime legacy. There are museums like German Customs Museum, and the Hamburg Dungeon.

Hamburg City Hall

The Hamburg Rathaus is the seat of the city’s government. Located in the city’s Altstadt quarter in the city center, it was built in the 1880s.

Hamburger Kunsthalle

The Hamburger Kunsthalle is one of the largest art museums in the country. It covers seven centuries of European art, from the Middle Ages to the present day.

Reeperbahn

The Reeperbahn, located in the St. Pauli district is popularly known as the sinful mile, is one of Hamburg's two nightlife hotspots and the city's famous red-light area.

Marco Polo Terraces

Located in the heart of HafenCity, Marco Polo Terraces is a popular gathering spot and offers a spectacular panorama of the Grasbrook harbor.

St. Pauli-Landungsbrücken

St. Pauli Piers, or the Landdungsbrucken, is located on the Elbe river, here you can find the Fischmarkt (Fish Market), and a harbor for pleasure boats.

Mönckebergstraße

One of the main shopping avenues is the Mönckebergstraße (also known as Mö colloquially), it houses many famous retailers like H&M, Zara, Kaufhof, etc.

Hotel Atlantic

Historic and opulent, the Hotel Atlantic was built in 1909 ‌in the St. Georg neighborhood of Hamburg.

Miniatur Wunderland

Miniatur Wunderland is the world's largest model train system. Here you can see miniature versions of several cities and landmarks from around the world.

Elbphilharmonie Hamburg

Located in the HafenCity quarter of Hamburg the Elbphilharmonie (Elbe Philharmonic Hall) sits along the Elbe River and is a concert hall.

Alster Lakes

The Alster Lakes are two artificial lakes, which are formed by the Alster River on the outskirts of Hamburg. The Außenalster or Outer Alster is particularly popular for sailing and rowing.

Hamburg hop-on hop-off bus tour visitor tips and guidelines

  • Know the route: Find out the route that your hop-on hop-off bus tour will take and decide which stops you would like to get off at and the attractions where you want to spend time beforehand. 
  • Best time to visit: The best time to visit Hamburg is from May to September when the weather is pleasant. However, if you wish to go there during Oktoberfest or visit the delightful Christmas markets, carry warm clothing, as the weather can be quite chilly.
  • Get tickets online: Purchase the hop-on hop-off tickets in advance online, so you can directly board the bus at the closest stop to your hotel.
  • Buy attraction tickets: Note that while some attractions are free to enter, many sights require entry tickets. Be sure to purchase these in advance to avoid long wait times outside the attraction. 
  • Set out early: Set out as early as possible and plan for a buffer period to visit all the hotspots, as most tourist attractions might be crowded. 
  • Carry a jacket: Wear light jackets and take a rain jacket with you as Hamburg gets rainfall almost around every year.
  • Comfortable clothing: Wear comfortable clothing and walking shoes as you might be on your feet for hours exploring the sights.

Frequently asked questions about Hamburg hop-on hop-off bus tours

Does Hamburg have a hop-on hop-off bus tour?

Yes, Hamburg does have a hop on hop off bus tour with a number of distinct routes.

Where can I buy hop-on hop-off Hamburg tickets?

You can purchase Hop on hop off Hamburg bus tour tickets online.

Are hop-on hop-off Hamburg tickets available online?

Yes, you can buy hop-on hop-off Hamburg tickets online here.

How much does hop on hop off bus cost in Hamburg?

There are various hop-on hop-off bus tours, and their tickets which begin from €18.15.

How do hop on hop off buses work in Hamburg?

Hop-on hop-off buses are tourist buses that allow you to board and leave whenever you like and sightsee at your own convenience

How often are the hop-on hop-off buses in Hamburg?

Hamburg hop-on hop-off bus tours run at a frequency of 15 to 45 minutes.

Are there audio guides on the hop-on hop-off Hamburg bus tours?

Yes, you will get access to audio guides available in German and English, to help you learn more about the city.

Are hop-on hop-off Hamburg bus tours accessibility-friendly?

Yes, the hop-on hop-off tours in Hamburg are accessibility-friendly for wheelchair users.