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What to do in Hamburg

Popular places to visit

Miniatur Wunderland

Wander through some of the most amazing attractions from around the world, and all in just a couple of hours!

Reeperbahn

During your visit to Hamburg, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Reeperbahn. While you're here, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

Elbe Philharmonic Hall

Get tickets for a show at Elbe Philharmonic Hall, a theater with a story to tell in Hamburg. Discover the fascinating museums and shops in this culturally rich area.

Hagenbeck Zoo

This groundbreaking zoo was the first in the world to dispense with cages, and is sure to delight young and old alike.

Volksparkstadion

Catch an event at Volksparkstadion during your trip to Hamburg. Discover the fascinating museums and shops in this culturally rich area.

St. Pauli Piers

Explore the waterfront in Hamburg with a trip to St. Pauli Piers. Discover the area's fascinating museums and shops.

Fish Market

Visit Hamburg’s most unique market, offering tropical fruit, beautiful flowers and fresh fish early on a Sunday morning.

Hamburg City Hall

This majestic building is the home of politics in Hamburg. It has 647 rooms with ornate fountains, mosaics and allusions to Greek gods.

Jungfernstieg

During your visit to Hamburg, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Jungfernstieg. Stroll along the area's lakeside or simply enjoy its restaurants.

Areas of Hamburg

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-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.

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.

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.

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 Bleichenhof-Passage Hamburg and Laeiszhalle, and jump on the metro at Stadthausbrücke S-Bahn or Gaensemarkt U-Bahn to see more of the city.

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.

Halstenbek

Rosengarten

Oststeinbek

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?

If you're looking for activities and sights for all of your group, here are some excellent ideas for what 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.