Top Northern Germany Sightseeing Tours

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!

How much Hamburg can you pack into one hour? A lot. On this guided harbor cruise, you'll get an on-the-water look at the UNESCO-designated Speicherstadt, see the new HafenCity, float past the Elbphilharmonie, Hamburger Fischmarkt, Elbe Beach, and much more (stops dependent on the size of your barge). For those with jam-packed schedules, this tour gets you quickly acquainted with the city's best sights—so you can see it all.

Experience Hamburg's port attractions from a unique perspective: Cruise past impressive container ships and discover the historic Speicherstadt on a 1.5-hour harbor tour with live commentary from a German-speaking guide and an exclusive stop at the Elbphilharmonie. Start your adventure at the Überseebrücke and board a traditional Hamburg barge. The captain adapts the route depending on the weather, tides or special events in the harbor. Glide through the narrow waterways of the Speicherstadt and admire the impressive brick architecture. Enjoy the fresh breeze and the HafenCity while relaxing on deck. Passing huge container ships, the guide will tell you interesting details about the harbor's landmarks. At the end, you can disembark at the Elbphilharmonie or return to the starting point.

Explore the city of Hamburg the easy way with a hop-on hop-off bus tour that lets you see the sights at your own pace. You get on and off at around 17 stops and visit sights such as Speicherstadt, HafenCity or Reeperbahn. A multilingual audio guide is also available to give you information about Hamburg during the tour.

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.

Experience Hamburg from a new perspective with a hop-on/hop-off tour on a double-decker bus. Admire breathtaking panoramic views from the landing piers to the Außenalster and enjoy the freedom to hop on and off at any stop as you please

Discover Bremen your way with Ciceru’s self-guided walking tour—audio and text in 7 languages, right on your phone. No app, no hassle—just press play and explore! Start in the Schnoor Quarter, where medieval streets reveal Bremen’s maritime past. Admire the Bremen Main Post Office Building, a symbol of the city’s 19th-century transformation. Gaze up at the spires of Bremen Cathedral, the city’s oldest church. Wander through lively Unser Lieben Frauen Kirchhof, then find the famous Bremen Town Musicians Sculpture from the Brothers Grimm tale. Marvel at the Bremen Town Hall & Roland Statue, proud symbols of the city’s independence. Listen to the chiming bells at the Glockenspiel House in Böttcherstraße, and finish along the Schlachte Embankment, where history meets the bustling riverside. With 8 stops and riddles, this self-guided tour lets you explore at your own pace. Discover Bremen one riddle at a time!

Book ahead to see Hamburg by boat and skip the hassle of purchasing tickets at the port. After booking online, board a hop-on hop-off ferry to explore the Port of Hamburg. Use the hop-off service and explore up to nine different locations; Top attractions in Hamburg such as the International Maritime Museum and the Speicherstadt.

Hamburg can sometimes feel inaccessible to foreign visitors. Take the mystery out of your visit by exploring with a local on a private walking tour. This is a personalized experience where you will discover the exterior of iconic monuments, including museums. If you’d like to step inside a museum, your guide can arrange a customized visit—just let us know in advance. Your guide contacts you beforehand to understand your interests, ensuring the itinerary highlights the places you care about most. As you explore, gain insider knowledge about Hamburg’s culture, history, and hidden gems, and enjoy insights into local life that you won’t find on your own. Perfect for families, solo travelers, or couples, this tour offers a deeper, more meaningful connection to Hamburg.

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 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.

Venture into Hamburg's most vibrant nightlife hub on a guided tour of the famous St. Pauli red light district. Combining pub visits with history, you'll hear local stories that shaped the area's culture, learn about its sex and crime, and visit up to five of the best bars and clubs for live music and dancing. Enjoy free shots, VIP entry, and more as you party late into the night.

Pair up with a Hamburg local for a private walking tour that’s a new concept in travel. Exploring with a Lokafyer guide is like having a friend show you around, complete with tips and recommendations based on local know-how. Before meeting up for the private walking tour, you’ll talk or chat with the guide and customize the plan to your interests, from neighborhood life to historic landmarks.

Explore Hamburg's Outer Alster Lake aboard a two-masted wooden sailboat and discover the appeal of old-style sailing as you glide past some of the city's sights. Use your time on deck to help set the sails, or leave the boat in the hands of your experienced captain and instead focus on the view: Hamburg City Hall and St. Michaelis Church are among the sights.

Experience the very best of Hamburg with a private, personalized tour of the city. Led by local driver-guide, see a side to the city that many travelers miss, and enjoy the flexibility to visit the sites that interest you most. From historic neighborhoods and churches to the city’s bustling markets, WWII sites, and infamous red light district, choose where you travel. With door-to-door service in a luxury vehicle, you’ll see Hamburg at your own pace, in both comfort and style.

Explore the historic city of Bremen through the lens of a local on this private tour. Completely customizable to your interests, ask your guide for suggestions or map out your own route to uncover Bremen’s architectural wonders and cultural landmarks. You’ll also have time for a traditional German lunch (own expense).

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.

Get vacation photos you actually look good in and see Hamburg’s best-known sights during this private street portrait workshop. Explore the city with a photographer guide, who shares tricks on how to pose and take advantage of angles, as well as offering tips on camera settings during portrait photoshoot sessions at landmark locations such as Hamburg City Hall (Rathaus) and the Speicherstadt warehouse district.

See more in less time on this small-group morning bike tour of Hamburg. After getting acquainted with your bike and gear, follow your guide as you pedal past top sites including Hamburg's historic old town, St. Michael's Church, the famous Reeperbahn, Rathausmarkt, and more. A perfect introduction to the city, you'll cruise through streets and corners you might otherwise miss.

Discover Hamburg’s atmospheric neighborhoods, local markets, and street food hotspots on a tour tailor-made for foodies. Get to know the city with a private guide and enjoy a personalized itinerary tailored to your interests. Explore districts such as St Pauli and Sternschanze; tuck into Hamburg specialties such as franzbrötchen and pannfisch; and enjoy a beer looking out over the River Elbe.

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 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.

Every Friday we celebrate the weekend with our Pubcrawl - Drink & Dare Edition. Experience an unforgettable party night with internationals & locals with fun party games and free shots in 3 bars and 2 trendy clubs in Hamburg. That's what's going on: • Visit 3 bars & 2 clubs • 2x VIP entry to the clubs without queuing • Fun party games & challenges • Win shots (easy) & drinks (more difficult) • Professional, multilingual party guides More information can be found on our website https://bartour-hamburg.de