Things to do in Hamburg

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Speicherstadt featuring a city and a bridge
Stadtpark which includes a garden
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What to do in Hamburg


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Areas of Hamburg

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Hamburg City Center

Travelers love Hamburg City Center for its popular shops, and you can see more of Hamburg by jumping on the metro at Rathaus U-Bahn or Rodingsmarkt U-Bahn. You might spend time checking out top sights like Hamburg City Hall and Rathausmarket.

Hamburg City Center
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Hamburg-Mitte

Known for its interesting museums and waterfront views, there's plenty to explore in Hamburg-Mitte. Top attractions like Hamburg Cruise Center and Hamburg Wholesale Market are major draws, and you can catch the metro at Veddel S-Bahn or Wilhelmsburg S-Bahn to see more of the city.

Hamburg-Mitte
Japanese Garden showing a park and a river or creek

Saint Pauli

Known for its ample dining options and captivating waterfront views, there's plenty to explore in Saint Pauli. You can visit top attractions like Millerntor Stadium and Operettenhaus, and jump on the metro at Feldstraße Station or Feldstrasse U-Bahn to see more of the city.

Saint Pauli
St. Catherine\'s Church featuring a church or cathedral and heritage architecture

Altstadt Hamburg

You might take some time to check out the abundant dining options in Altstadt Hamburg. Spend some time visiting top spots like Moenckebergstrasse, and catch the metro at Messberg U-Bahn or Meßberg Station to see more of the area.

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Saint Georg

Spend some time visiting places like Alster Lakes while getting to know Saint Georg, and be sure to check out the abundant dining options. You can hop aboard the metro at Lohmuhlenstrasse U-Bahn or South Central U-Bahn to see more of the area.

Saint Georg
St. Michaelis Church featuring heritage architecture, a city and street scenes

Neustadt

Known for its ample dining options and captivating waterfront views, there's plenty to explore in Neustadt. You can visit top attractions like Laeiszhalle and Hamburg Museum, and jump on the metro at Stadthausbrücke S-Bahn or Gaensemarkt U-Bahn to see more of the city.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Hamburg worth visiting?
Famous for its markets and history, discovering cool things to do in Hamburg is easy. Don't forget to add Reeperbahn to your itinerary while here.
How do I spend a day in Hamburg?
Start your day with a visit to Miniatur Wunderland and Reeperbahn. Then, explore different parts of Hamburg for local dining and some retail therapy.
What is the top tourist attraction in Hamburg?
Don't leave without visiting Reeperbahn, ranked the top tourist attraction in Hamburg.
Is three days enough to stay in Hamburg?
Three days will give you time to check out many city sights, like Reeperbahn, Hagenbeck Zoo and Theatre Neue Flora. The average stay in Hamburg is two days. If you have the urge to extend your getaway, Norderstedt isn't far away.
Is Hamburg a walkable city?
It all depends on what you want to do and see in Hamburg. Several top sights, like Reeperbahn and Theatre Neue Flora, are reachable on foot. If you're up for a stroll around some of Hamburg's neighborhoods, Hamburg-Mitte is 5 kilometers away from downtown, while Hamburg City Center is 0.16 kilometers away from the center and also within walking distance.
What are some activities to do in Hamburg with kids?
What to do in Hamburg for adults?
Holsten Brewery and Elbe Philharmonic Hall are just a few of the things to do in Hamburg. With plenty of activities available, there's something here for everyone to experience.
Are there free things to do in Hamburg?
One of the easiest ways to discover free things to do in Hamburg is to speak with a local tour guide. You'll get insider tips on exciting neighborhoods, parks and other attractions you can experience without taking your wallet out. Reeperbahn is one spot that doesn't have an entrance fee.