Elbphilharmonie Hamburg: Tours, Tickets or just Plaza
Guided Tours, Plaza Tickets and Visitor Information
The Elbphilharmonie, in Hamburg known as the “Elphi”, is one of Hamburg’s most famous landmarks. Officially inaugurated on 11 January 2017, this spectacular concert hall combines a historic brick cacao warehouse with a stunning glass structure overlooking the River Elbe.
Would you like to discover the Elbphilharmonie’s architecture, learn about its fascinating construction history or enjoy panoramic views of Hamburg’s port? There are several ways to experience this remarkable building. On this page, you will find an overview of official guided tours, Plaza tickets, visitor information and our private one-hour Spotlight Tour around the Elbphilharmonie.
Please note: Our Spotlight Tour takes place entirely outside the building. It does not include access to the Plaza or the concert halls.
Official guided tours to see the Grand Concert Hall are exclusively offered by the Elbphilharmonie GmbH.
At a glance
- Public guided tour of the Elbphilharmonie
- Private guided tour of the Elbphilharmonie
- Plaza visit | Plaza opening hours | Visitor center opening hours
- How to get there
1. Official guided tours of the Elbphilharmonie
Would you like to see the interior of the Elbphilharmonie? The venue offers official guided tours in German and English, including tours of the concert halls and separate tours focusing on the Plaza.
Tickets for english guided public tours can be ordered online on the Elbphilharmonie website
or you can buy them in the Visitor Center opposite the Elbphilharmonie @ Kaiserkai 60-62.
2. Our private one-hour Spotlight Tour around the Elbphilharmonie
Discover Hamburg’s landmark from the outside – with expert insights
Would you like to understand the story behind the Elbphilharmonie without booking an official concert hall tour? Join our private Spotlight Tour around the Elbphilharmonie.
Your experienced guide will meet you outside the building and introduce you to one of Hamburg’s most remarkable architectural projects. Using photographs and engaging explanations, we reveal the details, stories and challenges behind the creation of this world-famous concert hall.
3. Visiting the Elbphilharmonie Plaza
The Plaza is open daily from 10am to 12pm. Last possible entrance: 11:30pm
Panoramic views over Hamburg’s port
The Plaza is the public viewing platform located approximately 37 metres above ground level, between the historic warehouse and the modern glass structure. It offers impressive views of the River Elbe, the harbour, HafenCity and Hamburg’s city centre.
Plaza opening hours
The Plaza is generally open daily from 10:00 am to midnight, with last admission at 11:30 pm. Special opening hours may apply on certain dates.
Elbphilharmonie Visitor Center
The Visitor Centre, opposite the main entrance at Am Kaiserkai 62, is generally open daily from 10:00 am to 8:00 pm.
Since 5 October 2026, admission to the Plaza has been subject to a fee.
Certain visitors may qualify for free admission under the official conditions. Please check the current rules before your visit.
Plaza tickets can be purchased online and at the official ticket facilities, subject to availability. Booking in advance is advisable if you want to visit at a particular time.
The visitor center is open daily from 10am to 8pm. No restrooms available!
INFO: If you hold concert tickets, those are also valid for the Plaza (up to 2 hours prior to the concert).
4. How to get there
With the Metro/Subway:
Exit at the stop ‘Baumwall/Elbphilharmonie’ – U3 (timetable) – about 450 meters away from the Elbphilharmonie
Haltestelle Überseequartier – U4 stop Überseequartier (timetable) – about 950 meters away
By bus:
Bus stop ‘Am Kaiserkai’ – bus 111 (timetable) – about 150 meters away
Bus stop ‘Auf dem Sande’ – bus 6 (timetable) – about 550 meters away
By ferry:
From Landungsbruecken – ferry line 72 – to ‘Elbphilharmonie’ – about 80 meters away
By car:
There is a parking garage inside the Elbphilharmonie. Next parking garage nearbei: CONTIPARK Parkhaus Speicherstadt Distance: a few hundred meters to the Elbphilharmonie.
Pictures: Jutta Hülsmann; except of ‘Plaza Visit’: unsplash.com/Robert Katzki; ‘City Tour with Plaza Visit’: Lupo / pixelio.de; ‘Private Plaza Visit’: campomalo / pixelio.de