Elbphilharmonie concert hall in Hamburg with boats on the Elbe River.
Group listening to a guide during Elbphilharmonie tour in Hamburg.
Wooden bridge leading to modern buildings near Elbphilharmonie, Hamburg.
People walking near Elbphilharmonie in Hamburg on a guided tour.
Container ship at Hamburg port near Elbphilharmonie during guided tour.
Elbphilharmonie concert hall in Hamburg overlooking the harbor during a guided tour.
Elbphilharmonie concert hall and surrounding buildings in Hamburg during a guided tour.

Hamburg: Elbphilharmonie Guided Tour with Access to the Plaza

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Experience Hamburg's Elbphilharmonie Guided Tour with Access to the Plaza, an enriching journey through one of Europe’s most remarkable architectural marvels in the heart of Hamburg-Mitte district. Starting at Baumwall underground station, this tour offers a chance to absorb the unique atmosphere and fascinating ambiance surrounding the Elbphilharmonie on the Grasbrook peninsula by the Elbe River. As you explore towards this stunning structure, witness firsthand the transformation within Germany's largest urban redevelopment project in the Grosser Grasbrook area.

Enjoy a tour of the Elbphilharmonie, the impressive concert venue that towers over HafenCity and the Elbe.

Get insider details about the buildings in the company of an expert English or German-speaking guide.

The tour includes a visit to the plaza from where you will be able to bask in brilliant views of Hamburg.

The tour lasts for about 1 hour but still covers all the important sights of the Elbphilharmonie and you can upgrade your ticket to include scrumptious French rolls & coffee or Störtebeker beer!

Did you know? The Elbphilharmonie is not only a concert venue and a hotel but also a residential building. There are a total of 44 luxury apartments in Elphi!

1-hour guided tour of Elbphilharmonie

German/English-speaking guide

Skip-the-line access to the plaza (optional)

Pick-up at Baumwall metro station (optional)

French rolls & coffee (optional)

Ride the Tube to the plaza of the Elbphilharmonie (optional)

A Störtebeker beer (optional)

Entry to the Elbphilharmonie concert halls

Tour of Concert Halls

Elbphilharmonie concert hall in Hamburg with boats on the Elbe River.

Elbphilharmonie concert hall in Hamburg with boats on the Elbe River.

A splendid walk to the Elbphilharmonie

Nestled in the HafenCity quarter of the Hamburg-Mitte district, the Elbphilharmonie sits on the gorgeous Grasbrook peninsula of the Elbe River. Your tour starts at the Baumwall underground station, from where you can already feel the unique atmosphere and breathtaking charisma of the Elbphilharmonie. As you walk towards the incredible structure, you will get an opportunity to soak in the splendid sights in the ‘Grosser Grasbrook area, which has recently become the site of the largest urban redevelopment project in the entire continent. You might be able to spot some of the buildings and container ships from the old ‘Hamburg Free Port’ as well.

Inside Elphi Plaza

Take the curved escalator that connects the ground floor and the Plaza, an observation deck on the 8th floor of the brick section. From this vantage point, you will get an opportunity to gaze at the splendid city of Hamburg that stretches into the distance. Your guide will briefly explain the history of the concert hall and the old warehouse building below. You will learn about the various nuances of the Elbphilharmonie that make it one of the top venues in the world for concerts. Part of the Elbphilharmonie’s astounding brilliance is that the modern exterior hides the world’s most scrupulously designed interiors, especially the famed concert halls that are widely considered to be acoustically perfect. Upgrade your ticket to include a refreshing Störtebeker beer at the Störtebeker Taste & Shop, or French rolls and coffee.

Group listening to a guide during Elbphilharmonie tour in Hamburg.

Group listening to a guide during Elbphilharmonie tour in Hamburg.

Wooden bridge leading to modern buildings near Elbphilharmonie, Hamburg.

Wooden bridge leading to modern buildings near Elbphilharmonie, Hamburg.

People walking near Elbphilharmonie in Hamburg on a guided tour.

People walking near Elbphilharmonie in Hamburg on a guided tour.

What's not allowed

  • Entry to the Elbphilharmonie concert halls is not included in this tour.

Additional information

  • 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.

  • 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.

Container ship at Hamburg port near Elbphilharmonie during guided tour.

Container ship at Hamburg port near Elbphilharmonie during guided tour.

Elbphilharmonie concert hall in Hamburg overlooking the harbor during a guided tour.

Elbphilharmonie concert hall in Hamburg overlooking the harbor during a guided tour.

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FAQs

Yes, the tour provides optional skip-the-line access to the plaza of Elbphilharmonie.
Appointments are confirmed according to the limited Plaza ticket contingent. If no more Plaza tickets can be issued, an alternative date is booked as soon as possible or the guide may report from outside in exceptional cases.
Pick-up at Baumwall metro station is optional; however, no alternate pickup locations are mentioned within this tour's details.
Your experience begins at Baumwall underground station, located near HafenCity quarter where you can feel the unique atmosphere of the Elbphilharmonie as you walk towards it.
The tour includes a German/English-speaking guide, providing insider details about the buildings in either language.
The tour lasts for about 1 hour and covers all important sights of the Elbphilharmonie.
Yes, you have the option to upgrade your ticket to include scrumptious French rolls & coffee or Störtebeker beer!
Visitors will be able to bask in brilliant views of Hamburg while visiting the plaza.
No, entry to the Elbphilharmonie concert halls is not included. The tour focuses on other aspects like the impressive structure and surrounding sights.
The Elbphilharmonie also serves as a residential building with a total of 44 luxury apartments available for residents.

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