Marienkirche, Lübeck

Would you like to gain first, wonderful impressions of the time-honored Hanseatic city of Lübeck and also learn a little about the illustrious history and special architecture of the Hanseatic city? Then join us on an informative walk through the listed old town of the world cultural heritage. It begins at Lübeck's world-famous landmark, the Holsten Gate, in front of the famous seven-towered city skyline and takes you through the historic streets to Lübeck's other brick buildings worth seeing, such as the town hall and the St. Marien Church. A detour to the medieval corridors and abbey courtyards of Lübeck should not be missing from our tour. At the end of the tour you will understand why the Hanseatic city of Lübeck is one of the most visited cities in Europe.

Welcome to your exclusive day trip from Kiel Port to the charming city of Lübeck. Designed especially for cruise ship passengers, this tour offers a perfect blend of comfort, history, and cultural exploration. Lübeck, famed for its iconic red-brick Gothic architecture and rich Hanseatic heritage, promises an unforgettable experience for all history and architecture enthusiasts. We start our journey with a comfortable ride in an air-conditioned vehicle directly from your ship to the heart of Lübeck. Here, you'll be introduced to a local guide, a true connoisseur of the city's many tales and secrets, eager to share their love for this fascinating city with you. Our first stop is the striking Holsten Gate, an enduring symbol of Lübeck's medieval legacy. Step back in time as you admire its Gothic design and learn about its construction dating back to 1464. The exploration continues with a tour of the old salt storehouses, the vibrant marketplace, and the stately Town Hall, each bearing witness to Lübeck's past and present vitality. Your guide will enrich your visit with captivating stories and insights about these historic landmarks. Our highlight is the visit to the Basilica of St Mary's Church, an architectural masterpiece that has inspired many other red-brick churches across the Baltic Region. Stand beneath the world's highest brick vault and let the enormity of this structure amaze you. After the guided tour, you'll have leisure time to enjoy Lübeck at your own pace. Whether you choose to browse the local boutiques, sample some authentic German cuisine, or just wander the city's enchanting streets, the choice is yours. At the end the driver will escort you back to your cruise ship, capping off your memorable day in comfort and style.

Discover the Hanseatic city of Lübeck with its unparalleled architecture, especially significant to its appointment as the first German UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1987. See the unique skyline of Lübeck, decorated with the 5 main churches, the world-famous "Holstentor" (Holsten Gate) and the brick "Kaufmannshäuser" (merchants' houses), all signifiers of the hundred-year-long history of this Baltic Sea city. Hear interesting stories about the history of the city. Begin at the famous Holsten Gate and continue to the "Salzspeicherhäusern," past the former industrial heart of the city, the Port of Lübeck. Continue to the famous town hall with its traditional Hanseatic architecture and history, then to the sweet "Teufelchen" and St. Mary's Church. Conclude the tour with a stroll through the famous streets and the decorated houses at Buddenbrook-Haus.

Immerse yourself in the history of the Hanseatic League in beautiful Lübeck and discover the old town with its narrow alleys and typical stepped gables. Learn how the Hanseatic League grew from a connection of merchant guilds to a confederation of cities, which in its heyday included about 300 maritime and inland cities in Northern Europe from Riga to Bruges.  Start at the historic Holstentor, one of four city fortification gates at this wall passage alone. Stroll past the salt storehouses and the Trave Harbour. Go through the Große Petersgrube, one of Lübeck's oldest streets with beautiful old brick and stepped-gable buildings. See St. Mary's Church, which was the model for numerous churches in the Hanseatic cities in the Baltic region. Passing by the Buddenbrook House of the Mann family, you'll finally reach the venerable Schiffergesellschaft guild hall, where the sailors of the Hanseatic League used to stop by. The tour ends at the Hospital of the Holy Spirit, one of the oldest social institutions of Lübeck, where you can take a look into one or two romantic backyards.

Explore Lübeck on a walking tour with a private guide. Learn the history of the Holsten Gate and Buddenbrook House, understand the economic impact of trading routes along the Baltic Sea, and marvel at the city's unique architectural style which led to its appointment as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Also known as the "City of Seven Spires", begin your tour of Lübeck by meeting your guide at Holsten Gate. Built in 1464, this towering brick construction is one of the last remaining gothic relics of Lübeck's medieval city fortifications and one of two remaining city gates. Continue further into the city to marvel at panoramic views of the city's historic skyline, including 5 churches, salt storehouses, and luxurious brick homes built by wealthy merchants in the late 1700s. Listen closely as your guide details the merchants' roles in the city's economic evolution. Then it's time to visit the Buddenbrook House to learn about German writers Thomas Mann and Heinrich Mann. Continue further to St. Mary's Church, the third largest brick gothic church in Germany, where your guide will detail an entertaining story about a little devil who resides outside the church. Walk further to visit a traditional marzipan bakery, taste-test different varieties of marzipan, and learn about the significance of this sweet treat. Before ending your tour, stop by Lübeck's Town Hall, considered one of the most beautiful town halls in Germany and a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Join an experienced Local Guide on the streets of Lubeck’s Old Town, which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Immerse yourself in the local history like never before. Discover must-see sights and hidden gems of the Hanseatic City of Lubeck on foot and on the water with tickets for a 1-hour boat cruise down the canals. Fall in love with The City of the Seven Spire and The Queen of the Hanse! Choose the 3-hour option for a basic 2-hour walking tour of the Old Town with tickets for a 1-hour boat cruise. Your Private Guide will show you the best selected highlights of this historic city, including the iconic Holsten Gate, Salzspeicher (old warehouses), and the Rathaus (Town Hall) at the lively Marketplatz. You will also see a couple of the iconic spires of Lubeck: St Peter’s Church and St. Mary’s Church. The guide will escort you to the pier where you will hop on board a modern, comfortable boat that will take you on a 1-hour cruise down the canals surrounding the Old Town. Enjoy a wonderful view of the 7-tower panorama of the Hanseatic city, the romantic salmon row, the charming Gängeviertel and the Malerwinkel. See various old town houses, warehouses, churches, bridges, harbor and more! Choose the 4-hour option for an extended 3-hour walking tour of the Old Town with tickets for a 1-hour boat cruise. This option includes tickets to St Mary’s Church (Marienkirche), which is the largest church in Lubeck. Inside you will marvel at its unique astronomical clock and hear the story of its Broken Bells. The extended itinerary also includes a visit to the Lubeck Cathedral, which houses the famous works of Bernt Notke and Thomas Quellinus.

Discover the highlights of Lübeck city, hear true and fascinating local history. Walk around Old Town and see Top Attractions with a bunch of hidden gems. Follow your private guide and see the picturesque Old Town which is located on the small island with easy access on foot. During the 2-hours tour you will explore Lübeck and see strong Defense City Walls with multiple towers and gates, like the famous Holstentor. You will pass a row of riverside salt warehouses from the XVI century. Admire St. Peter's Church with stunning tower, marvel at amazing Rathaus building and Town Hall. See St. Mary’s Church (Marienkirche) and hear its turbulent history and fascinating legend related to this place. Go and visit St. Jakobi Church, look at the organs and details of the marine character of this church. At the end see Drehbrücke - historic bridge. If you choose the 3-hours option you will also have a visit at St. Mary’s Church. It’s worth to see this huge interior, especially the Astronomical Clock and medieval paintings and sculptures discovered after War bombing. Also see monumental Lübeck Cathedral where inside you will find amazing chapels with sacred art and unique historic clocks. Extend to a 4-hours tour and visit the Holstentor. It is the proud symbol of the history of Lübeck as an empire-free city and its supremacy in the Baltic Sea region. The exhibition introduces you to the places where the long-distance merchant worked, the history of the city, its topography and architecture. In addition, it looks at seafaring, market events and law in the Middle Ages.

Take a short train journey from Hamburg to the charismatic Lübeck to experience life in a medieval town, admire the iconic red brick buildings, and discover the most important world heritage sites. Includes round-trip train tickets and Private Guide in Lübeck. Immerse yourself in the history, cultural heritage and legends of medieval Germany! Choose the 6-hour option to discover the highlights of Lübeck, which is less than an hour away from Hamburg. For your convenience, round-trip train tickets are included so you can easily join a Local Guide at the Lübeck’s train station for a walking tour of this historic city. The first major highlight will be the Holsten Gate (Holstentor Museum), a unique Brick Gothic construction of the city’s medieval fortification that houses Lübeck’s history museum. Inside you will find antique ship models, suits of armor, weapons and other artifacts related to commerce, power, and wealth. Walking through the narrow medieval streets of Lübeck’s Old Town, you will quickly get a feeling as if you're lost in time. Enjoy the lively atmosphere of the Market Square and admire the medieval bricks and towers of St Peter’s Church, St Catherine's Church and St Jacob Church. Learn the fascinating history of the precursor of modern hospitals, the Heiligen-Geist-Hospital. Another point of interest will be the elegant Gothic Church of St Mary. Inside, you will be astonished by the gravity-defying high ceiling, a unique wall clock, and a bell that fell from the tower, hit the floor and was left there for everyone to admire. At the end of sightseeing, your Private Guide will escort you to the train station, where you will board the return train to Hamburg. Choose the 7-hour option to book private car transfers between the train station and your accommodation in Hamburg. This option includes pickup and drop-off in a private vehicle to make it easier for you to get to the station on time for your train. Save time and effort by booking private transport in advance.

The Holstentor (or Holsten Gate) is one of Germany’s most iconic symbols. During this exclusive tour with our Private, 5-Star Guide, you’ll get to visit the Holstentor Museum and hear about the history of the UNESCO Heritage Site of the Hanseatic City of Lubeck. Inside the Holstentor Museum you’ll get to see and experience centuries of maritime artifacts and history. Learn how Lubeck’s shipping merchants added vast wealth and power to the town, making Lubeck a member of the Hanseatic League of Cities. On the 2-hour tour option, your Experienced and Licensed Tour Guide will take you through the Holstentor Museum followed by an hour long walking tour through historic Lubeck where you’ll observe many of the places mentioned during your tour inside the Holstentor Museum. Consider expanding your tour to the 3-hour option for a longer and more detailed walking tour through the Old Town of Lubeck. See the towering churches in the City of Seven Spires, as Lubeck is nicknamed. There are 6 Churches located in the historic section of Lubeck, making it a must-see stop of any lover of religious history and artwork. St. Peter's Church and St. Jacobi's Church are just 2 of the churches you'll see. The 4-hour option offers a private tour through the Holstentor Museum and 2-hour walking tour of historic Lubeck as well as a private tour through St. Mary’s Church, the largest church in Lubeck and third largest in Germany. It also has the tallest brick vault in the world! You'll see the astronomical clock and Broken Bells as your Experienced Guide details all of the amazing history while you wander through this awe-inspiring building.

Discover 2 gems of northern Germany in one day on a guided tour of Hamburg and Lübeck. Learn about the history of trade and innovation in the heart of Hamburg, including its famous Speicherstadt district, followed by a visit to Lübeck, the red-brick Gothic city of the Hansa. Start with pickup from your hotel in Hamburg, and set off on your discovery of the city with your private guide. Walk through the historic heart of the city and admire the Town Hall, Deichstrasse, and its iconic ‘Kontor’ buildings. See what remains of the St Nikolai Church, which has remained as is since the allied fire-bombings of WWII. Explore the UNESCO-listed Speicherstadt and witness the modern architectural splendor of the Elbphilharmonie.  After a short break, travel north to Lübeck, the North Sea city of German literary giants Thomas Mann and Günther Grass. Stroll underneath the legendary symbol of Lübeck, the Holsten Gate. Cross over the old city walls to explore the charming Old Town. Wander through the city’s former economic epicenter at the Old Salt Storehouses, admire the architectural grandeur of St. Peter’s Church, and see the imposing Town Hall overlooking the city’s marketplace. Finally, marvel at the ‘mother of brick Gothic architecture’ – St. Mary’s Church.  Take a short break for shopping and refreshments before relaxing on the journey back to Hamburg.