HAMBURG CITY TOUR FIELD GUIDE
Night walks and notorious stories: the Sex & Crime Tour through St. Pauli’s Reeperbahn
A 2-hour guided, adults-only walk of St. Pauli that mixes local history, true-crime storytelling and exclusive access to the Boxkeller at Zur Ritze.
Night walks and notorious stories: the Sex & Crime Tour through St. Pauli’s Reeperbahn.
Embark on a compact, insider-led exploration of Hamburg’s most infamous neighborhood: a two-hour walking tour that threads the neon of the Reeperbahn, the shadowed backstreets and the legendary pub life around Zur Ritze, with a guide rooted in the district who brings criminal lore and nightlife lore to life.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Step into the Boxkeller at Zur Ritze
The tour includes exclusive entry to the Ritze’s famed Boxkeller—an unusual behind-the-bar access that anchors the walk in authentic, off-limits local lore.
Insider storytelling from a local guide
A professionally trained, locally rooted guide delivers a mix of historical facts, crime stories and current-scene perspective that frames the Reeperbahn beyond its nightlife reputation.
From dark alleys to discounted doors
The route combines the district’s seedier history with practical perks: after the tour you receive reduced entry to a range of clubs and discos to continue the evening.
What the day feels like
What the walk feels like
Two hours of paced walking through St. Pauli that balance gritty anecdotes with humour, taking in landmarks of the Reeperbahn, the Davidwache and Herbertstraße before a stop inside the cult pub Zur Ritze and its Boxkeller; the guide closes with practical tips and discounted entry options for continuing the night.
THE ACCESS
Step into the Boxkeller at Zur Ritze
The tour includes exclusive entry to the Ritze’s famed Boxkeller—an unusual behind-the-bar access that anchors the walk in authentic, off-limits local lore.
THE GUIDE
Insider storytelling from a local guide
A professionally trained, locally rooted guide delivers a mix of historical facts, crime stories and current-scene perspective that frames the Reeperbahn beyond its nightlife reputation.
THE NIGHT
From dark alleys to discounted doors
The route combines the district’s seedier history with practical perks: after the tour you receive reduced entry to a range of clubs and discos to continue the evening.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this tour suits — and who should look elsewhere.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
The tour runs for 2 hours with multiple daily start times; consult operator schedules for the current departures.
Standard price is 25 € per person (participants must be at least 18 years old); group bookings start from 260 € for adult groups.
Included: a guided walking tour of St. Pauli, a trained local guide, a visit to the pub ‘Zur Ritze’, one beer and discounted entry to various clubs after the tour.
A drink in the Boxkeller at Zur Ritze is not included; the house charge for that drink starts at 3 €.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the Sex & Crime Tour?
The tour lasts 2 hours.
What is the price per person?
The price is 25 € per person (participants must be at least 18 years old).
Are there group rates?
Yes; group pricing starts from 260 € for adults (participants must be at least 18 years old).
Where and when does the tour start?
Meeting point: U-Bahn Station St. Pauli, exit toward Reeperbahn / Millerntorplatz at the bus station; the tour runs at multiple daily start times including evenings and additional Friday/Saturday slots.
Is entry to the Boxkeller included?
The tour includes exclusive entry to the Boxkeller at Zur Ritze, but a drink in the Boxkeller is not included and costs from 3 €.
Who can join this tour?
This experience is for guests aged 18 years and older.