Student graffiti workshop Hamburg group showing artworks / Schüler Graffiti Workshop Hamburg Gruppe zeigt Kunstwerke

Student tours & workshops

Student Experiences in Hamburg

See it. Understand it. Be part of it.

Students don’t just want to walk around a city — they want to experience it.

Our tours and workshops give students a deeper understanding of Hamburg’s culture, history, and social realities through street art, activism, and real neighbourhood stories. These experiences encourage creativity, critical thinking, and discussion — while being engaging, fun, and memorable.

We offer three tailored options for school and university groups:

1️⃣ Alternative Street Art Tour

Explore Hamburg’s alternative side through epic street art, bold graffiti, colourful neighbourhoods, and hidden creative spaces.

Students will:

● Discover massive murals and politically charged artworks
● Learn how graffiti and street art reflect social and cultural change
● Hear stories about protests, counterculture, and gentrification
● Visit reclaimed bunkers, secret courtyards, urban gardens, and creative hubs
● Experience the city like locals — not tourists

This tour connects art with history, identity, and civic engagement in a way that feels real and relevant.

2️⃣ Street Art Tour + Workshop

Go beyond observing — and become part of the scene.

In addition to the Alternative Street Art Tour, students take part in a hands-on graffiti workshop led by experienced artists.

Students will:

● Learn the basics of street art and graffiti styles and techniques
● Plan and develop their own creative concept
● Understand stencil making, spray can techniques, colour blending, and unique mark making methods.
● Create their own artwork to take home

This option combines education with creativity.
Students don’t just learn about street art — they think and create like artists.

3️⃣ St. Pauli Kiez Tour – Reality Check

An honest look at one of Hamburg’s most famous districts without the sleaze and party atmosphere. Students explore the social and political realities of St. Pauli beyond the nightlife reputation.

Topics include:

● Housing struggles and gentrification
● Migration and social change
● Homelessness and urban pressure
● Community resistance and activism
● Street art as political expression

This tour encourages discussion about urban development, inequality, and community identity — in a thoughtful and age-appropriate way.

Alternative Street Art Tour
Students explore Hamburg’s street art and alternative culture while uncovering stories of protest, identity, and urban change.

Street Art Tour + Workshop
Students learn the culture and techniques behind street art & graffiti before creating their own artwork and personally made Souvenir to take home.

Students exploring street art Hamburg Sternschanze tour / Studierende entdecken Street Art Hamburg Sternschanze Tour

Student graffiti workshop Hamburg group with artworks / Schüler Graffiti Workshop Hamburg Gruppe mit fertigen Kunstwerken

Karoviertel Hamburg street scene shops and alternative culture / Karoviertel Hamburg mit Shops und alternativer Kultur

Students graffiti bunker Sternschanze Hamburg street art tour / Schüler erkunden Graffiti Bunker Sternschanze Hamburg

Student street art workshop in Hamburg, Schüler Street Art Workshop in Hamburg mit Spraydosen und Schablonen

St. Pauli Kiez Tour
Students examine the social realities of St. Pauli, exploring gentrification, migration, and community activism beyond the nightlife image.

Email us to book your experience info@alternativehamburg.com

Experience Hamburg´s Alternative scenes with your students.

We would like to thank you once again for the wonderful tour and workshop you gave us. We had a great time and will definitely recommend it to others.

Inholland University of Applied Sciences – Rotterdam Jan 29, 2026

Our teenagers have created their own 'piece'. Great excitement! Great fun! Experimented with color and structure and created a few very nice pieces. And: That works very well in winter! Let the course instructor Adrian show you why;). Thank you and gladly again! Claudia Frank Feb 9, 2026

Got Questions?

Who can join our tours?
Our tours and workshops are suitable for all ages.

What size groups can you cater for?
We can accomodate all group sizes. We will often make two or more groups if we need to.

How long is each tour and workshop ?
Tours normally take between 1.45 to 2 hrs. Street art workshops take between 1.45 and 2 hrs. Timings can be adjusted to suit groups.

Do you operate in all weather conditions ?
Yes we run our tours and workshops in all weather and all year round.

What time do they start ?
As this is your activity you are free to chose your starting time. Normally student groups like to start at 10am or 2pm if they have multiple activities planned throughout the day. Our St. Pauli Kiez tour, we recommend an afternoon start as it´s designed more to be an early evening adventure from 5pm. All times can be discussed and accomodated.

How can I book ?
When you email us with a request we will send you an invoice. We require the name of school and address. Payment for your activity is made by bank transfer.