St. Pauli Piers Tours and Tickets

There are plenty of ways to experience St. Pauli Piers. Looking at ratings and reviews previously given by customers, these are the best tours available right now:

• Hamburg Reeperbahn Tour with a Guide

• Hamburg Private Walking Tour with a Local: Icons & Hidden Gems

• Hamburg Reeperbahn Small-Group Walking Tour

• Sex und Crime Tour auf St Pauli ab 18

• Hamburg Half-Day Tour: Private & Custom with a Local Guide

Visiting the piers themselves is free, as there's no entry fee to walk the waterfront. However, many first-time visitors to Hamburg look forward to taking a guided harbor cruise, which costs around US$30–$50, depending on the cruise’s duration. Walking tours are a great way to experience St. Pauli, too, and start at around US$20.

Yes, especially for first-time visitors to Hamburg. It's free, scenic, and historically significant, offering great photo opportunities and easy access to ferries, the Reeperbahn, and nearby museum ships. It can get crowded and touristy on weekends, so you may prefer to visit on a weekday morning for a calmer experience.

There's no difference, as they're the same place. "Landungsbrücken" is the German name, while "St. Pauli Piers" is the common English translation. Both refer to Hamburg's largest landing site on the Elbe, featuring the historic terminal building and ten pontoon bridges, home to the area's many ferry and harbor tour departures.

Plan for about one to two hours. That should be enough time to stroll the waterfront, browse the kiosks and shops, grab a fish sandwich, and watch the ships and boats pass by. Add extra time if you're catching a ferry or harbor cruise, since boarding and the ride itself will extend your visit considerably.

Yes, for certain routes. Public ferry line 62 operates on standard HVV fares and is covered by the Hamburg CARD and the Deutschlandticket, making it a budget-friendly way to see the harbor. Dedicated commercial cruises that include useful guided commentary, however, require separate paid tickets. They’re both good ways to experience the city.