Altstadt Hamburg Travel Guide
Hamburg
Visit Altstadt Hamburg
Popular places to visit
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.
Moenckebergstrasse
During your trip to Hamburg, you can do some window-shopping at Moenckebergstrasse. Stroll along the waterfront or experience the fascinating museums in this culturally rich area.
Hamburger Kunsthalle
Discover everything from 14th-century art to modern photography and works by famous impressionists at one of Germany’s biggest museums.
St. Catherine's Church
This former fisherman’s church on the banks of the Elbe is known for its impressive organ and the spectacular views from its soaring bell tower.
St Nikolai Memorial
Learn about the local history of Hamburg when you take a trip to St Nikolai Memorial. Amble around this culturally rich area's waterfront or experience its fascinating museums.
St. Nikolai Church
St. Nikolai Church is just one of the places to see in Hamburg, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the fascinating museums and shops in this culturally rich area.
Things to do
Hamburg: International Maritime Museum Entrance Ticket
Hamburg Discovery: Bus Tour with Harbor & Alster Lake Cruise
Hamburg: 1-Day Hop-on Hop-off Cruise with Live Commentary
Hamburg: Hop-On Hop-Off Bus City Tour - Line F
Top hotels in Altstadt Hamburg
Fraser Suites Hamburg
Good
Reviewed on 22 Oct 2025
Barceló Hamburg
Good
Reviewed on 25 Oct 2025
Adina Apartment Hotel Hamburg Speicherstadt
Everything was perfect except for the fact that we requested for a quiet room and hotel staff still allocated the room right beside the sauna and pool (it was so noisy the whole night with the door slamming every now and then). Other than that, the room was really comfortable, clean and close to ...
Reviewed on 14 Oct 2025
IntercityHotel Hamburg Hauptbahnhof
Godt hotel og fint værelse. Trafikken kan ikke høres. Jeg kunne godt have brugt en el-kedel og kaffe/te på værelset. God udsigt fra tagterassen på 8. sal Jeg spiste ikke morgenmad på hotellet.
Reviewed on 16 Oct 2025
Premier Inn Hamburg City Zentrum
Location is perfect!
Reviewed on 5 Aug 2025
The Nikolai Hotel Hamburg, Leonardo Limited Edition
Quite a unique hotel and a nice location that's quite central. Easy walking distance to public transport and most locations within Hamburg city centre.
Reviewed on 27 Oct 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Altstadt Hamburg
Hamburg City Center
Hamburg City Hall and Rathausmarket are top sights in Hamburg City Center, and you should be sure to explore the popular shops. Hop aboard the metro at Rathaus U-Bahn or Rodingsmarkt U-Bahn to see more sights in the area.
Speicherstadt
Speicherstadt is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Hamburg Dungeon and Miniatur Wunderland.
Neustadt
Known for its abundant dining options and waterfront views, there's plenty to explore in Neustadt. Top attractions like Laeiszhalle and Hamburg Museum are major draws, and you can catch the metro at Stadthausbrücke S-Bahn or Gaensemarkt U-Bahn to see more of the city.
HafenCity
Noted for its restaurants and waterfront views, there's plenty to explore in HafenCity. Top attractions like Hamburg Cruise Center and International Maritime Museum are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at HafenCity Universität Station or Überseequartier Station to see more of the city.
Saint Georg
You might take some time to check out the abundant dining options in Saint Georg. Spend some time visiting top spots like Alster Lakes, and catch the metro at Lohmuhlenstrasse U-Bahn or South Central U-Bahn to see more of the area.
Hammerbrook
Noted for its coffee shops and shopping, there's plenty to explore in Hammerbrook. Top attractions like Hamburg Wholesale Market and Mehr!-Theater am Großmarkt are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at Hammerbrook S-Bahn or Steinstraße Station to see more of the city.
