Explore the Historic Wonders of Holsten Gate

Unveil the medieval majesty of the Holsten Gate (Holstentor), a breathtaking UNESCO World Heritage Site in the heart of Lübeck. As one of Germany's most recognizable landmarks, this historic brick fortification offers an immersive journey through Hanseatic history. Discover the architectural wonders of this iconic gate through expert-led walking tours, private guided experiences, and captivating cultural adventures. Whether you are exploring the ancient fortifications or wandering the magical streets of Lübeck, the Holstentor provides a profound connection to Europe's rich past. Book your unforgettable Lübeck sightseeing experience today and witness the timeless beauty of this legendary gateway.

4.55/5 avg ratingTours from $8.9119 unique experiences89% free cancellation

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Tour Price

Tour Price

$36–$388 typical

Median price is $181, with options as low as $9

Rating

Rating

4.55★ average

Based on 86 pooled reviews with ~84% positive sentiment

Tour Type

Tour Type

100% Walking Tours

Primarily historical and cultural themes

Tour Duration

Tour Duration

2 hours median

Typical range is 1.5 to 7 hours

Tour Format

Tour Format

89% Private Tours

89% of options also offer free cancellation

Languages

Languages

8 languages available

Includes English, German, Spanish, French, and more

19 Products

Lübeck Day Trip from Hamburg by Train with Private Guide & Lunch
$400
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Lübeck Day Trip from Hamburg by Train with Private Guide & Lunch
Summary

Just 45 minutes by train from Hamburg, Lübeck feels like stepping into a storybook, with red-brick Gothic architecture, winding canals, and centuries of maritime history. Once the capital of the Hanseatic League, this UNESCO World Heritage city is rich in character and tradition. On this private ex...

Inclusions
  • Online Personalization Form sent after booking to tailor your experience
  • Small two-course meal with two drinks
  • Return train ticket between Hamburg and Lübeck
  • Private and personalized walking experience with insider tips from a passionate local
  • Direct communication with your host for itinerary planning and local recommendations
Exclusions
  • Additional food, drinks or tickets to any attractions
  • Additional Transport (primarily a walking experience, public transport used at an additional cost)
  • Gratuities (optional)
  • Hotel drop off
Itinerary
  • Lubeck
  • Holstentor
  • Lubeck Cathedral
  • Salzspeicher
Good to know
  • Wheelchair accessible, Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller, Service animals allowed, Public transportation options are available nearby, Suitable for all physical fitness levels, This is a private City Unscripted experience: real people, real connections, After booking, you'll receive a short online Personalization Form to share your interests, preferences, and must-sees. Your City Unscripted guide will personally reach out to craft a fully customized itinerary that suits your style—whether you love history, food, hidden gems, or cultural experiences., This private tour is a walking experience. A private vehicle is not included., Public transportation or local taxis may be used to transfer between sites. Exact transportation costs can be discussed with your host after your reservation is finalized.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

All-in-One: Beautiful Lübeck: Shore Excursion from Kiel Port
$84
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All-in-One: Beautiful Lübeck: Shore Excursion from Kiel Port
Summary

If you are docking in the port of Kiel, let us take you on an adventure to one of the most iconic and picturesque towns in Northern Germany and Europe - the medieval town of Lübeck, the red-brick city of the Hansa, Thomas Mann and Günther Grass. Visit this enchanting and breathtaking German town i...

Inclusions
  • In Lübeck: walking tour with a professional local English-speaking tour guide
  • Modern, air-conditioned shared bus transportation
  • Free time for own exploration, lunch, and souvenir shopping (duration is subject to traffic)
  • Full refund if your ship cannot dock
  • Guaranteed return to ship on time
  • Pick up and drop off at cruise ship port of Kiel
  • 24/7 Customer support, assistance with other arrangements and tours
Exclusions
  • Gratuities are welcome if you enjoy your tour. We recommend 10% for guides, and 5% for bus drivers
  • Food and drinks
  • Tour guide during the journey from Kiel to Lübeck and back (the tour guide only joins in Lübeck)
  • Entrance fees (none will be required during your tour)
Itinerary
  • Lubeck
  • Holstentor
  • Lubecker Altstadt
  • Marienkirche
Good to know
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries, Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health, Not recommended for pregnant travelers, Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness, The tour includes walking on concrete sidewalks, asphalt, and cobblestone streets., The walking distance is about 2 to 3.5 km which is 1.2 to 2.2 miles total.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Lubeck Interactive City Tour
1.2 hrsPrivate tourEco-FriendlyFree cancellation
$8
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Lubeck Interactive City Tour
Summary

Discover Lubeck your way with Ciceru’s self-guided walking tour—audio and text in 7 languages, right on your phone. Begin at the Holstentor, the city’s iconic gate, and uncover its defensive past. Admire the Salzspeicher, the red-brick warehouses that stored the “white gold” that fueled Lübeck’s tr...

Inclusions
  • Self-guided tour on your smartphone, APP not needed!
  • Available in: English, Deutsch, Italiano, Français, Español, Português, 中文
  • Audioguide with quizzes about each point of interest along the tour
Exclusions
  • A physical guide (the tour is accessible on your smartphone)
  • Tickets or entrance fees for any attractions along the tour
  • Access offline. Internet needed on your phone
Itinerary
  • Holstentor
  • Salzspeicher
  • Marienkirche
  • Heiligen-Geist-Hospital
Good to know
  • Service animals allowed, Public transportation options are available nearby, Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries, Not recommended for pregnant travelers, Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health, Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Private luxurious 6 hour Tour to Lübeck with a former Policeman
$841
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Private luxurious 6 hour Tour to Lübeck with a former Policeman
Summary

Welcome to our beloved Hamburg. I am a former and long-time police officer, born and raised in Hamburg in the fourth generation. I know every stone, every street and every story in Hamburg and surroundings. Enjoy this very private 6-hour city tour to the beautiful and medieval city of Lübeck in a ...

Inclusions
  • All taxes, fees and handling charges
  • Six-hours private VIP-Tour
  • Hotel or port pickup and drop-off
  • Driver and Guide in German and English
  • Beverages
  • Transport by private vehicle
Exclusions
  • Lunch
Itinerary
  • Holstentor
  • Salzspeicher
  • Lubecker Altstadt
  • Lubecker Altstadt
  • Lubeck Cathedral
  • Lubecker Altstadt
  • Heiligen-Geist-Hospital
  • St. Petri zu Lubeck
  • Marienkirche
  • Buddenbrookhaus
  • Lubecker Altstadt
  • Niederegger Fabrikverkauf
  • Burgtor-Befestigungsanlage Lubeck
Good to know
  • Wheelchair accessible, Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller, Public transportation options are available nearby, Transportation options are wheelchair accessible, Suitable for all physical fitness levels, Children must be accompanied by an adult, At time of booking, cruise ship passengers must provide the following information: ship name, terminal name, docking time, disembarkation time and re-boarding time, A maximum of four people per booking, each additional person (max. 6) 55 Euro in cach, Operates in all weather conditions, please dress appropriately
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Lübeck Old Town App Tour | Insider Guide | Real City Guide
$17
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Lübeck Old Town App Tour | Insider Guide | Real City Guide
Summary

Authentic stories and facts about Lübeck's Old Town with the self-guided audio guide in the SecretGuide app. This tour was developed by a real city guide without AI. On this exploration tour through the old town of Lübeck, which starts right at the train station, you will discover some fascinating ...

Inclusions
  • Audio guide from a real and experienced guide
  • Lifetime access to the tour
  • Offline access to audio, maps and spatial data
  • Self-guided city tour in the SecretGuide app
Exclusions
  • AI content
  • Headphones
  • Smartphone
Itinerary
  • Holstentor
Good to know
  • Service animals allowed, Public transportation options are available nearby, Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller, Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

In the footsteps of the Hansa Trade League in Lübeck with a Local
$117
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In the footsteps of the Hansa Trade League in Lübeck with a Local
Summary

Experience the enchantment of Lübeck on a 90-minute guided walk, exploring iconic locations associated with the Hansa . This tour is perfect for those interested in the influential mercantile league and the city's rich cultural heritage. Walk in the footsteps of the Hansa as we visit historic spots...

Inclusions
  • Small Group Experience
  • Personalised recommendations
  • Knowledgeable Local
Exclusions
  • Personal Expenses
Itinerary
  • Holstentor
  • Salzspeicher
  • European Hansemuseum
Good to know
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller, Service animals allowed, Public transportation options are available nearby, Suitable for all physical fitness levels, This tour is hosted by an independent local., You will be part of a small group of up to 8 travellers., The itinerary adapts to travellers' interests and walking pace., Stops may vary depending on weather conditions., Entry tickets for transportation, museums, and monuments excluded., Not recommended for guests with impaired mobility
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

e-Scavenger hunt Lubeck: Explore the city at your own pace
$36
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e-Scavenger hunt Lubeck: Explore the city at your own pace
Summary

Go on a discovery tour of Lubeck. Discover the most important and famous locations of the city. Search for the city's treasures with your family or friends. Can you complete the assignments? Will you get the top score in the city? This E-scavenger hunt and online city game will give you a fantasti...

Inclusions
  • A great online game and city walk in one to use on your phone
Exclusions
  • Use of smartphone and data
Itinerary
  • Holstentor
  • Marienkirche
  • St. Petri zu Lubeck
  • Willy Brandt House, Lubeck
  • An der Obertrave
  • Stadtverwaltung Hansestadt Lubeck
  • Heiligen-Geist-Hospital
  • An der Mauer
  • Burgtor-Befestigungsanlage Lubeck
  • Lubeck Cathedral
  • Gange e Hofe
  • Le Diable a la Marienkirche
Good to know
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health, Service animals allowed, Public transportation options are available nearby, Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller, All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible, Transportation options are wheelchair accessible, Wheelchair accessible, Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Brick Towers, Fallen Bells and Sinners Self Guided Tour of Lübeck
4 hrsPrivate tourEco-FriendlyFree cancellation
$9
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Brick Towers, Fallen Bells and Sinners Self Guided Tour of Lübeck
Summary

Lübeck's most famous gate was saved from demolition by a single vote: 42 to 41. This self-guided audio tour takes you past that tilting gate, through streets called Purgatory and Hell, to the church where merchants built their vault twenty metres taller than the bishop's cathedral, just to prove a p...

Inclusions
  • 100% Satisfaction Guarantee: If you don’t love the tour, write to us for a full refund.
  • 1-year access to audio on iOS & Android. Listen to the tour anytime, as many times as you like
  • Audio and written guide included
  • Offline access to the tour (no internet connection needed) once tour is downloaded
  • Images to identify stops and in app interactive map for navigation
Exclusions
  • Any physical devices or headphones
  • Human tour guide at location
Itinerary
  • Holstentor
  • Salzspeicher
  • An der Obertrave
  • Lubeck Cathedral
  • St. Catherine's Church
  • Gunter Grass-Haus
  • Heiligen-Geist-Hospital
Good to know
  • Service animals allowed, Public transportation options are available nearby, Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Skip-the-line European Hanseatic Museum & Old Town Tour
3 hrsPrivate tourEco-FriendlyFree cancellation
$218
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Skip-the-line European Hanseatic Museum & Old Town Tour
Summary

Travel back in time to medieval Europe to learn about the impact & legacy of the Hanseatic League! Enjoy an original tour of the Hanseatic City of Lübeck & visit the European Hanseatic Museum & St Mary’s Church. Feel the ambiance of the Middle Ages! 2H: Hanseatic History Old Town Tour Enjoy a walk...

Inclusions
  • 5-Star History Expert Guide who is fluent in the chosen language
  • Entrance fee to St. Mary’s Church (3-hour tour only)
  • Interesting facts and myths about medieval history and the Hanseatic League
  • Skip-the-line tickets to the European Hansemuseum
  • Hanseatic History Tour with tickets to the European Hansemuseum -
  • - (number of attractions depends on the selected option)
Exclusions
  • Pickup by car from your accommodation in Lübeck
  • Entrance fee to St. Mary’s Church (in 2-hour tour)
Itinerary
  • European Hansemuseum
  • Holstentor
  • Salzspeicher
  • European Hansemuseum
Good to know
  • Wheelchair accessible, Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller, Public transportation options are available nearby, Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap, Transportation options are wheelchair accessible, All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible, Suitable for all physical fitness levels, Please check your email the day before the tour for important information., Please note that due to the museum's policy, the guide will not accompany you inside the European Hanseatic Museum. The museum’s interactive exhibits are available in English, German, Russian and Swedish., Skip-the-line tickets to the European Hanseatic Museum allow you to skip lines to the ticket office, however they do not guarantee that there will be no waiting time to enter the museum., Church tours during mass and special events (such as scheduled concerts) are limited, therefore the guide may provide all information outside.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Private Shore Excursion of Hanseatic Lubeck and Wismar
$588
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Private Shore Excursion of Hanseatic Lubeck and Wismar
Summary

Sightseeing and walking tour of the cities of Lubeck and Wismar. In Lubeck you will see the Holsten Gate, the Holy Spirit Hospital, the St. Marien Church, the Town hall, the Buddenbrookhaus, etc. In Wismar you will see the St. George's Church, the market square, the merchant houses, the Fuerstenhof,...

Inclusions
  • Panoramic & walking Lubeck tour
  • Drop-off back to the port
  • Comfortable a/c vehicle for the tour
  • Professional English-speaking tour guide for 9-10 hrs
  • Panoramic & walking Wismar tour
Exclusions
  • Tips/Gratuity
  • Any admissions/donations
Itinerary
  • Holstentor
  • Heiligen-Geist-Hospital
  • Stadtverwaltung Hansestadt Lubeck
  • Buddenbrookhaus
  • Kirche St. Georgen
  • Furstenhof
  • Rathaus Wismar
Good to know
  • Public transportation options are available nearby, Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Cancellation Policy

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

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