Elbphilharmonie Plaza welcomes its 25 millionth visitor

The Plaza of the Elbphilharmonie, the public viewing platform 37 metres above ground level, has now welcomed a total of 25 million visitors. Eight years after its opening, it continues to draw large crowds thanks to its panoramic view over the city and the port. With over three million visitors annually, it ranks among Europe’s most popular attractions.

Interest in the Elbphilharmonie’s striking architecture continues unabated. On Wednesday, the Plaza of the world-famous landmark welcomed its 25 millionth visitor. Up to 17,000 people a day make their way to Hamburg’s HafenCity to take in the sweeping views of the city and port from the 37-metre-high platform. Located between the historic brick base and the shimmering glass structure above, the public viewing area allows visitors to walk all the way around the Elbphilharmonie. At the centre of the Plaza, a light well opens up a dramatic view to the concert hall foyers above on floors 12 to 16. A popular way to reach the Plaza is via the »Tube« – the longest curved escalator in Western Europe at 82 metres long – which runs through the historic »Kaispeicher« warehouse and leads up to a panoramic window on the 6th floor. From there, a second, short escalator takes visitors to the Plaza on the 8th floor. Spanning some 4,000 square metres in total, the space is around the same size as Hamburg’s famous »Rathausmarkt«.

Christoph Lieben-Seutter, General Director of the Elbphilharmonie and Laeiszhalle Hamburg, expressed his excitement at reaching this milestone: »25 million visitors is an incredible number. The Plaza has become a vibrant, welcoming space that draws people from all over the world, encourages them to stay a while, and gets them curious about what’s happening inside the concert halls. I’m inspired every day by how positive and full of energy the mood is here.«

Open daily from 10 a.m. to midnight, the Elbphilharmonie Plaza is accessible to everyone – not just concertgoers and hotel guests. Whether you’re there to admire the architecture, take in the view or simply enjoy a coffee, you are welcome. Entry is free, though queues can be long at peak times. To avoid any waiting time, tickets can be pre-booked online or on site for €3 per ticket.