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Visiting Spicy’s Gewürzmuseum in Hamburg – Prices, Hours, Tips & Essential Info

Plan Your Visit to Spicy's Spice Museum

Prepare for an engaging and sensory-rich experience at Spicy’s Gewürzmuseum in Hamburg. Below is essential information to help you plan your visit efficiently and enjoy the interactive world of spices to its fullest extent.

Timings of Spicy’s Gewürzmuseum, Hamburg

Daily Regular Hours 10:00 – 17:00 (every day)
Closed December 23 – 25 each year
New Year’s Day Opens at 11:00 instead of 10:00

Best Times to Visit Spicy’s Gewürzmuseum, Hamburg

Late Mornings on Weekdays (10:00 AM – 12:00 PM)

Visiting shortly after opening on a weekday gives you the calmest experience. You’ll be able to explore the interactive stations, smell-and-touch displays, and historical exhibits without the weekend rush, making it easier to take your time with each spice story.

During Themed Tastings, Workshops, or Special Exhibitions

Spicy’s occasionally hosts spice demonstrations, tasting sessions, and limited-time displays that add an extra layer to your visit. Planning around one of these events lets you learn directly from experts, sample blends, and experience the museum in a more immersive way.

Early Afternoons on Weekdays (12:00 PM – 2:00 PM)

If you prefer a bit more energy in the museum without heavy crowds, early afternoons are ideal. Foot traffic is still light, allowing you to browse the collection comfortably and enjoy the waterfront views of the Speicherstadt afterwards.

Weekdays, Especially Tuesday to Thursday

Midweek generally sees the lowest visitor volume. These days work best if you want a relaxed, self-paced visit—perfect for couples, solo travelers, and curious explorers who want to engage with the sensory exhibits.

Off-Peak Travel Seasons (Late January – March & October – Early December)

Hamburg’s tourist activity dips during these months, making the museum quieter and more enjoyable. You’ll also find it easier to combine your visit with a stroll through the Speicherstadt or nearby attractions like Miniatur Wunderland.

Where to Find Spicy’s Gewürzmuseum, Hamburg

Location Spicy’s Gewürzmuseum is tucked into a historic 130-year-old warehouse in the heart of Hamburg’s UNESCO-listed Speicherstadt — just a short stroll from the Elbphilharmonie and the waterfront.
Address Am Sandtorkai 34
20457 Hamburg, Germany

How to Get to Spicy’s Gewürzmuseum, Hamburg

By Public Transport (U-Bahn & Bus)

Take the U3 line to Baumwall (Elbphilharmonie) — the museum is just a few minutes’ walk from there.
Alternatively, you can use the U4 line and get off at Überseequartier.
Bus lines 6 and 111 both stop at Am Sandtorkai.
You can also use bus lines 6 and 602, which stop at Auf dem Sande

By Car

Parking is very limited on the surrounding streets, so driving directly to the museum can be challenging.
The nearest parking garages are Parkhaus Speicherstadt and Tiefgarage Überseequartier, from which it’s a short walk to the museum.

On Foot

If you're already exploring the Speicherstadt or the Elbphilharmonie area, it’s quite walkable — the museum is right in the historic warehouse district

Special Events and Experiences at Spicy’s Gewürzmuseum, Hamburg

Brunch-Genießer-Tour (Brunch Connoisseur Tour)

About: A delightful weekend experience that begins with a hearty brunch at Restaurant Körri, followed by a guided stroll through the Speicherstadt with “spice merchant” Jacob Lange. The tour concludes at the museum with an engaging spice lecture and a warm cinnamon coffee.
Location: Starts at Restaurant Körri → Speicherstadt → Museum lecture area

Gewürze, Gin und Pfeffersäcke (Spices, Gin & Pepper Sacks)

About: A cultural evening featuring a walk through the Speicherstadt with an actor portraying a 19th-century pepper merchant. Guests enjoy a spice lecture, tastings, snacks, cinnamon coffee, and a gin tasting where you even create your own gin to take home.
Location: Begins at the museum → Speicherstadt → Museum tasting area

Hanseatische Pfeffersacktour (Hanseatic Pepper Sack Tour)

About: A historical storytelling tour through Hamburg's UNESCO-listed Speicherstadt with a harbor boat ride. Ends at the museum with a short lecture and spiced refreshment.
Location: Deichstraße starting point → Speicherstadt & harbor → Museum

Die Körri-Tour (The Curry Tour)

About: A curry-themed evening beginning with a spice lecture inside the museum, followed by a guided tour through the Speicherstadt, and concluding with a 3-course curry dinner at Restaurant Körri.
Location: Museum → Speicherstadt → Restaurant Körri

Ringelnatz Kulinarisch (Ringelnatz Culinary Reading)

About: A cultural-literal experience where guests enjoy Prosecco, small plates, and a live reading of Ringelnatz poems by actor Tobias Brüning. Includes time to explore the museum’s spice displays.
Location: Inside Spicy’s Gewürzmuseum (event space)

Sweet & Spicy

About: A flavorful two-part experience: a spice-themed introduction at Spicy’s with cinnamon coffee, followed by a guided tour through the Speicherstadt, and ending at Chocoversum where visitors learn about chocolate production and create their own chocolate bar.
Location: Museum → Speicherstadt → Chocoversum

Kutteldaddeldu feiert Weihnachten (Kutteldaddeldu Celebrates Christmas)

About: A cozy holiday event with homemade punch, a short spice lecture, and a festive reading aboard a luxury barge featuring works by Ringelnatz.
Location: Museum → Harbor barge

Würziger Kaffeeklatsch (Spicy Coffee & Chat)

About: A relaxed, social experience perfect for groups. Enjoy cinnamon coffee, butter cake, and an entertaining session on spice origins, uses, and flavor profiles.
Dates: Group bookings only (20–50 participants)
Location: Museum event and tasting space

Shopping at Spicy’s Gewürzmuseum, Hamburg

Spicy’s Museum Shop / Gewürzladen About: The on-site spice shop is part of the museum but also accessible without buying a ticket. It’s stocked with raw spices, spice blends, culinary herbs, books, and recipe ideas.
Specialty Items to Try / Buy:
- House-made spice blends created in-house at Spicy’s.
- Raw spices and herbs — you can smell, sample, and explore more than 50 types.
- Organic spices from Sonnentor, selected books on spice history and recipes.
Shop Opening Hours: The shop follows the same hours as the museum — 10:00
Location Within the Attraction: The shop is located on the ground floor / entrance level of the museum building at Am Sandtorkai 34, in the Speicherstadt warehouse.
Online Spice Shop About: Spicy’s also has an online store where you can buy their signature spice mixes, mono-spices, and other carefully curated products.
Specialty Items to Order: Their handcrafted spice blends (packed by hand), imported raw spices, and limited-edition seasonal mixes.

Things to Know Before Visiting the Spicy’s Gewürzmuseum, Hamburg

Facilities
Accessibility
Guidelines
Rules

Onsite Facilities

Sensory Exhibit Stations
Free Audio Guide A multilingual (German, English, French) audioguide is available via QR code — just use your own headphones.
Museum Shop The on-site spice shop is open daily, even for visitors who don’t enter the museum.
Group Programs & Events The museum offers bookable talks, quizzes, and group events, such as “Gewürzquiz” or lectures for school groups.
Digital Walk (Digiwalk) You can download a digital tour on your smartphone, which guides you through 15 stations with rich, interactive content.
Restrooms A single-stall toilet is available in the building (accessed via a key from reception).

Spicy's Gewürzmuseum: Plan Ahead

When making reservations, it is advisable to book tickets and guided tours in advance, especially for groups, to ensure availability. For event attendance, securing your spot early is recommended as special themed tours and performances may have limited capacity.

Hamburg Spice Museum

Highlights

Discover more than 900 historical spice artifacts spanning five centuries.

Engage your senses by smelling and tasting various herbs and spices.

Journey through exhibits replicating bazaars and cultural settings from different countries.

Learn the complete process of how spices grow and are transformed into final products.

Enjoy a free multilingual audio guide to enhance your visit.

Frequently Asked Questions About Visiting Spicy's Gewürzmuseum

1. Are visitors allowed to smell, touch, and taste the spices?

Yes, the museum encourages a fully interactive experience, allowing guests to smell, touch, and taste many of the spices on display.

2. Is there an audio guide available?

Yes, a free audio guide is accessible via QR code in German, English, and French. Visitors should bring their own headphones.

3. What are the opening hours?

The museum is open daily from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

4. Can I visit the spice shop without purchasing a museum ticket?

Yes, the on-site spice shop is open daily and has separate access, allowing visitors to shop without entering the museum.

5. Are there discounts available for Hamburg CARD holders?

Hamburg CARD holders receive a €1 discount on adult tickets. A family ticket for two adults and two children is available at €12, but no additional Hamburg CARD discount applies.

6. How can I get to Spicy's Gewürzmuseum using public transport?

You can take the U3 underground line to Baumwall station ("Elbphilharmonie") or bus lines 6 or 111 to the stops 'Am Sandtorkai' or 'Auf dem Sande (Speicherstadt)'.

7. Are guided tours offered at the museum?

Yes, the museum provides guided tours for individuals and groups. These can be booked separately in advance.

8. Are special events or themed tours available?

Yes, the museum hosts special events and themed tours, including performances by a spice merchant character and group bookings for corporate events.