Top Northern Germany Historical Tours

Find the yellow umbrellas, and you’ll know you’re in for an immersive tour of Hamburg and its history. Follow your guide across the city’s eras, from the center of the Hanseatic League to the Great Fire to the bombs of WWII. You’ll stop at all the iconic stops, including the UNESCO-designated Speicherstadt. Bring your camera for this one!

Bremen is a city of enduring stories, medieval charm, and remarkable architecture, making it a must-see destination in northern Germany. This self-guided walking tour invites you to dive into its history, legends, and iconic sites in an unforgettable journey through the heart of the city. The tour starts on Brücke Herdentor (literally “herd gate bridge”), part of Bremen’s former city walls, where I’ll tell you about the city’s past fortifications. You’ll make your way to the awe-inspiring St. Peter’s Cathedral, a Gothic masterpiece that’s stood proudly for centuries. You’ll also be guided on a scenic walk along the Weser River, where you’ll get a sense of Bremen’s maritime and trade heritage.

Book your Hamburg Dungeon admission ticket in advance, and secure a day and time to visit this super-popular attraction. Professional actors guide you on a tour that takes you through 600 years of Hamburg history. Awesome underground rides, lots of laughs and screams as well as cutting edge storytelling are waiting for you!

Make the most of your limited sightseeing time with a full-day shore excursion to Lubeck from Kiel Port. Enjoy shared transfers in an air-conditioned vehicle, then leave the logistics to your guide as you tick off the best city sights. From St Mary's Basilica to its charming streets, see more than you would traveling alone, and enjoy plenty of free time throughout the tour. Returns to the port included afterwards.

The Best Way to Discover Bremen: Scavenger Hunt & Self-Guided Tour. Play, learn, and walk! Explore at your own pace with a 100% self-guided activity. Start anytime (24/7) with no guides or schedules. Pause for a drink along the Weser river at the Martinianleger or a stroll through the Wallanlagen park and resume whenever you're ready—even the next day. This unique team-building activity is perfect for couples, families, and groups. The "Complete City" Package - Everything you need in one app: Interactive Game: Solve puzzles and discover 10+ major attractions, plus hidden gems revealed along the way. Audio & Text: Listen to our audio guide or read the history/legends of each site. Insider Tips: Access hand-picked local restaurant and shop recommendations. What you will visit: Schlachte, Martinianleger, Böttcherstraße, Bremen Market Square, Town Musicians of Bremen, Bremen Town Hall, Holy Cathedral of Bremen, Wallanlagen, Kunsthalle Bremen, and Schnoor.

This sightseeing tour of Hamburg is a great shore excursion option for cruise passengers traveling to Kiel. The full-day excursion covers essential Hamburg attractions, from the historic warehouses of the UNESCO-listed Speicherstadt to the elegant modern architecture of the Elbphilharmonie. The tour is carefully timed to your ship’s docking to make the most of your time ashore while ensuring that you return in plenty of time for departure.

Wander through the city center and while contemplating its amazing architecture, learn about the highlights of Bremen's history. Discover that here is beauty and history from the medieval Bremen Town Hall and the Statue of Roland, both UNESCO World Heritage, to the marvellous and unique Schnoor quarter. If you love history and photography walk with me and find out why no one can escape the charm of this Hanseatic city.

Discover the historic port of Kiel at your own pace with a self-guided audio tour via smartphone. Begin, pause, and stop this audio tour at your leisure and maximize time in Kiel with this walking tour. See top landmarks including monuments, gardens, and the local aquarium all while hearing stories about Kiel’s history and culture. Learn about Kiel without joining a tour group through this smartphone app.

See highlights on this Segway 3 hour tour, save time and have fun and discover the impressive edifices of Hamburg. Learn about the history from your guide and check out some of the city's top destinations such as Michaelis Kirche, Landungsbrücken, Speicherstadt and Hafencity. These are recommended places where you have to visit when you come to Hamburg and Fischmarkt.

Experience Hamburg like a true local with a private host who’s passionate about the city’s maritime charm and creative energy. From sights like the striking Elbphilharmonie to artsy neighborhoods along the waterfront, your host designs a personalized itinerary just for you—whether you're into architecture, food, culture, or all of the above. After booking, receive a quick questionnaire to be matched with a like-minded local. Your host crafts a flexible plan that suits your interests, with options ranging from central strolls to sampling franzbrötchen (a type of sweet pastry) in a cozy cafe. No fixed schedules, no large groups—just a custom-made adventure tailored around you.

The tour guides will take you to the Plaza of the Elbphilharmonie, where a real taste experience awaits you after an entertaining and informative tour. The escalator “Tube” takes you up to Störtebeker Restaurant, where we serve you delicious coffee and a real Hamburg original : the Franzbrötchen. For the little guests there is an alternative to coffee : how about a delicious drinking chocolate? You will be fed professionally and entertainingly by the cheerful tour guides with exciting anecdotes and background information about the turbulent construction phase, the futuristic architecture and the legendary history of this place.  Now you can spend the rest of the day in the Plaza enjoying the fantastic 360 degree view over the harbour, the Speicherstadt, the landing bridges and Hamburg's city centre or start your next adventure in Hamburg freshly fortified.

Hamburg is Germany’s second-largest city and many travelers only scratch the surface. With this tour, get to know the city with a private guide and enjoy a personalized itinerary tailored to your interests. Get a local perspective on top attractions such as the Speicherstadt and Miniatur Wunderland, visit local markets and sample typical Hamburg foods (own expense), or discover little-known landmarks that only locals know about.

Discover Lubeck your way with Ciceru’s self-guided walking tour—audio and text in 7 languages, right on your phone. Begin at the Holstentor, the city’s iconic gate, and uncover its defensive past. Admire the Salzspeicher, the red-brick warehouses that stored the “white gold” that fueled Lübeck’s trade. Step into the heart of the city at the Rathaus, where Gothic and Renaissance architecture reflect Lübeck’s power in the Hanseatic League. Walk past St. Mary’s Church, a towering Gothic masterpiece, and spot the famous devil statue. Visit the Buddenbrook House, the setting of Thomas Mann’s novel, and explore Lübeck’s merchant elite. See the ornate façade of the Hospital of the Holy Spirit, one of Europe’s oldest charitable institutions, before reaching the Burgtor, the city’s northernmost gate. With 7 stops and engaging riddles, this self-guided tour lets you explore at your own pace. Experience Lübeck one riddle at a time!

Escape the tourist trail and explore Hamburg’s history with a private guide on this tailor-made tour. From landmarks like the Bismarck Monument to HafenCity, customize the itinerary to suit your preferences or ask your guide to suggest recommendations based on their knowledge. Armed with interesting facts and knowledge, your guide will introduce you to things you wouldn’t see when touring alone.

A Hanseatic city, Hamburg comes defined by its access to water. The city has grown around the Port of Hamburg—the second-largest port in all of Europe. On this cruise, you'll get two hours to take it all in, from UNESCO-protected Speicherstadt to the fishing villages of Elbe to the Hamburger Fischmarkt and more. Your guide narrates the way across the water, providing at-a-glance knowledge of this vibrant, historic city.

Embark on a captivating journey through Bremen's highlights with a private walking tour led by a knowledgeable guide. Explore the city's top landmarks, including the iconic Town Hall, St. Peter's Cathedral, and the charming Schnoor Quarter. Hear fascinating stories and little-known facts about Bremen's history and culture as you stroll through the city's historic streets. With a fully customized itinerary, this private tour ensures an enriching and personalized experience of Bremen's must-see attractions. -Get to know Bremen through the eyes of a knowledgeable local Guide -See the main tourist sights you want to see as well as discovering areas, venues -Private and customizable walking tour -Benefit from your guide’s familiarity with the area that interests you -Get lots of valuable advice from your guide about other things to do in the city

Discover the highlights and local haunts of Hamburg with a private guide on this 3-hour walking tour. With a tour route customized to your interests and a flexible itinerary, you can explore the city at your own pace. Whether you are a history buff, art lover, or foodie, let your like-minded guide introduce you to Hamburg’s historic harbor, UNESCO-listed landmarks, Reeperbahn nightlife district, and much more.

The Best Way to Discover Hamburg: Scavenger Hunt & Self-Guided Tour. Play, learn, and walk! Explore at your own pace with a 100% self-guided activity. Start anytime (24/7) with no guides or schedules. Pause for a fresh fish sandwich at the harbor or a coffee in the historic warehouse district and resume whenever you're ready—even the next day. This unique team-building activity is perfect for couples, families, and groups. The "Complete City" Package Everything you need in one app: Interactive Game: Solve puzzles and discover 10+ major attractions, plus hidden gems and beautiful spots revealed along the way. Audio & Text: Listen to our audio guide or read the history/legends of each site. Insider Tips: Access hand-picked local restaurant and shop recommendations. What you will visit: Townhall, St. Peter’s Church, Chilehaus, St. Nikolai Memorial, St. Catherine, International Maritime Museum, Kesselhaus Hamburg, Speicherstadtmuseum, Steinerner Orientteppich, and Hohe Brücke.

Cover more ground than you could on foot with this e-scooter tour of Hamburg. After learning how to power your scooter, cruise to must-see sites like Michaelis Kirche, Landungsbrücken, and Speicherstadt. Feel the wind in your hair as you listen to your guide’s fascinating commentary and learn about Hamburg’s unique history.

Are you looking for a way to see Hamburg's historical highlights without joining a tour group? Explore at your own pace with this affordable walking tour. • Take in medieval canals, baroque churches, and many other historical structures in the inner city that survived the firestorms of World War II. • Hear from the producer. Jo Eckardt, founder of the tour company, A Friend in Berlin • Do it all in an hour or linger at stops along the way with complete control over when you start and finish. • Get unlimited use before your booking date and after it. • Use the virtual tour option at home. Once you’ve booked, you’ll receive a ticket with instructions and a unique code listed under "Before You Go." Then simply install the VoiceMap app and enter your code. The app displays directions to the starting point, and when you’re in the right place, just pop in your headphones and tap Start. Voice Map has automatic GPS playback with turn-by-turn directions. It also works offline.

The Hanseatic city of Lübeck is a UNESCO World Heritage site, known for its medieval monuments and Gothic architecture. On this tour, take in all the highlights on a day trip from Hamburg and travel by train—just a 45-minute journey. On arrival, get to know the city with a private guide and enjoy a personalized itinerary tailored to your interests. Explore the Old Town on a walking tour, see the Holsten Gate and Lubeck Cathedral, and stop for lunch at a traditional restaurant.

Discover Hamburg through the eyes of a local on this full-day, private sightseeing tour. You'll get a custom itinerary based on your interests and paired with a like-minded guide. Then, the adventure begins as you discover some of the city’s highlights as well as its best-kept secrets. Change the itinerary at any point to ensure you’re getting the experience you want in this Hanseatic city.

Skip the crowds—this is a private tour for your group only. Embark on an easy-paced two-hour private walking tour in Lübeck and explore the city’s rich history and charming landmarks. Begin at the iconic Holstentor, a magnificent medieval gate, before strolling along the waterfront to admire the historic Salzspeicher. Continue to the impressive Lubeck Town Hall and the majestic St. Mary’s Church, then wander through the enchanting streets of Lübecker Altstadt, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Take a moment to marvel at the Hospital of the Holy Spirit and enjoy the picturesque views from Klughafenbrücke, creating unforgettable memories on this delightful couples’ tour.