CultureHikingHistorical

Guided Tour of the Reeperbahn and Red Light District in Hamburg

4.4(7 reviews)Hamburg, Germany
1h30DurationEnglishOffered inMobile ticketTicketNot includedPickupEasyLevel

About this experience

Join a local guide for a two-hour exploration of Hamburg's Reeperbahn, one of Europe's renowned neighborhoods. The tour includes a walk through the streets and alleys of the red light district, providing exclusive insights into its unique atmosphere. Participants will learn about local history, including stories of notable figures like serial killer Fritz Honka, and visit key locations such as the cult bar "zur Ritze," Herbertstraße, the police station “Davidswache,” and “Beatles-Platz.” This experience is suitable for those interested in urban history and nightlife, but may not be appropriate for all audiences due to the subject matter. It is advisable to consider personal comfort with the themes of the tour before booking.

Itinerary

1

Reeperbahn

The Reeperbahn is a street and entertainment district in St. Pauli district, centres of Hamburg's nightlife and also the red-light district. In German, it is also nicknamed die sündigste Meile (the most sinful mile) and Kiez.

2

Grosse Freiheit 36

The street has become famous thanks to the former nightclubs like Salambo, Safari, Colibri, Regina and others.

3

Polizeikommissariat 15 Davidwache

The Davidwache is the building of the Hamburg Police Commissariat 15 and has become the most famous police station of the Hanseatic city and beyond, especially through film and television.

4

Reeperbahn

Zur Goldenen Handschuh is a pub in the Hamburg district of St. Pauli near the Reeperbahn. The club was founded and named in 1953 by the boxer Herbert Nürnberg, who had won the European Boxing Championships in 1937 and 1939 at the lightweight ("Golden Gloves").In the 1970s, the Hamburg serial killer Fritz Honka was a regular guest, who met his victims in the "Goldenen Handschuh".

What's included / not included

1 Beer or Soft drink2 shots90 min. tour of the red light district of St. Pauli with english speaking guide
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Accessibility and comfort

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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