Experience history in a different way: In the catacombs of Hamburg's UNESCO World Heritage Speicherstadt, professional actors bring the city's darkest events back to life. In front of gruesome backdrops and with the help of cinematic effects, visitors experience the historical events of Hamburg's history for 90 minutes in thirteen different show areas.
One of the top sights in Hamburg takes you through 600 years of horrible Hamburg history. With the elevator of horror you go down into the catacombs of the UNESCO World Heritage Speicherstadt, directly into the old library of dark history, where the old stories are written, which you will experience live on your tour through the Dungeon. You will have to answer to the torturer and the inquisitor, you will try to escape from the fire of 1842. Will you find your way through the labyrinth of lost souls? Or can't you make it in time because the plague is taking you too? Beware of the dangers that lurk everywhere!
Plan your visit
2 rides and 11 live shows with real actors tell the darkest side of Hamburg's history. It is based on the true history of the city (without the boring passages). The Hamburg Dungeon is the black comedy among the attractions: dark, atmospheric and very funny. The Hamburg Dungeon is therefore a versatile attraction that can be visited during a holiday in Hamburg. There are tours in English language on Saturdays, Sundays and Public Holidays at 10.00 am. Children are only allowed to visit the Hamburg Dungeon from the age of 10. Children up to the age of 14 are only admitted when accompanied by an adult.
25 years of goosebumps in Hamburg
A quarter of a century full of horror, fun and unforgettable moments - the Hamburg Dungeon is celebrating its anniversary! 25 years in which the actors behind the scenes have travelled around the world more than 12 times to get from show to show. In the anniversary year 2025, you can expect special events and scary surprises in the historic UNESCO World Heritage warehouse district. Experience Hamburg's dark side in a unique way!
Hamburg CARD Benefit
Tickets
adults: 21.34 € instead of 28.00 €; children (10-14 yrs.): 16.34 € instead of 23.00 €
Benefit code: HamburgCard
Go to https://www.thedungeons.com/hamburg/tickets/ and select the "Admission ticket" window. Select the "Promotional code" tab in the navigation bar at the top of the booking window.
Enter the promotional code and click on "Send". During the rest of the booking process, you will purchase your ticket with the Hamburg CARD discount.
Show your valid Hamburg CARD at the cash desk and on request on the day of use. Duplication of discounts not possible.
