It's been said that the way to someone's heart is through their stomach. And the way to get at the heart of Hamburg is definitely through its cuisine.

Discover the city's local food culture on a guided tour that celebrates the best Hamburg has to offer. You'll stop at the Rindermarkthalle, a former cattle market turned food hall, to try a fresh Stulle, a traditional open-faced sandwich. Continue through the city center to see the Town Hall and Alster arcades before heading into a diner to have a fish sandwich. Finish with a beer tasting at a cozy (and quintessentially German) beer hall before your relaxing drive back to the ship.

Energy Level

Duration

3 Hours

Type

CULTURED

Accessible

Shore Thing Highlights

Visit the Rindermarkthalle, a historic market hall now filled with modern food stalls and local bakeries
Sample a fresh fish sandwich and a Stulle (an open-faced sandwich smeared with butter and other toppings) — both beloved Hamburg favorites
End the tour at a beer hall, raising a glass to a brewing tradition that dates back to the city's merchant roots

Need to know

This Shore Thing is not wheelchair accessible
The walking segment lasts approximately 45 minutes
Snacks included: Hamburger Stulle, fish bun, and beer
Includes a 45-minute narrated panoramic drive
Comfortable walking shoes are recommended
Dietary restrictions and allergies cannot be accommodated

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