HafenCity Travel Guide
Hamburg
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Popular places to visit
Miniatur Wunderland
This miniature world and model railway takes visitors through Scandinavia, Austria, Switzerland and the U.S. It is one of the most popular attractions in Germany.
Elbe Philharmonic Hall
Get tickets for a show at Elbe Philharmonic Hall, a theatre with a story to tell in Hamburg. Discover the fascinating museums and shops in this culturally rich area.
Hamburg Dungeon
Delve into the darker side of Hamburg’s history, brought to life at this attraction through shows, rides and storytelling.
International Maritime Museum
Discover the stories of captains and conquerors at this huge converted warehouse, home to the world’s largest private collection of maritime treasures.
Dockland
The largest city regeneration project in Europe is transforming Hamburg’s former port warehouse district into a thriving, modern city quarter.
German Customs Museum
You can study the exhibits at German Customs Museum, a museum with a storied past, during your travels to Hamburg. Stroll along the waterfront or visit the shops in this culturally rich area.
Things to do
Hamburg: International Maritime Museum Entrance Ticket
Hamburg: Line A Sightseeing Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
Top hotels in HafenCity
Holiday Inn Hamburg - Hafencity by IHG
"Very clean, well maintained, helpful staff. No fridge or safe on the room."
Reviewed on 18 Jun 2026
The Westin Hamburg Elbphilharmonie
"One of the most beautiful hotels I have stayed at magnificent view and friendly staff"
Reviewed on 5 Jun 2026
Pierdrei Hotel HafenCity Hamburg
"Incredible location to explore from. Hotel was perfect. We had our parents and our toddler at the hotel with us and it was great for all our needs."
Reviewed on 29 Apr 2026
AMERON Hamburg Hotel Speicherstadt
"Helpful professional staff. Easy check in. Clean well appointed room. Great breakfast. Great that parking is next door and accessible from the hotel."
Reviewed on 19 Jun 2026
JUFA Hotel Hamburg HafenCity
"Fairly new establishment in a quiet neighborhood, by the water, and extremely close to tram/train station. Quite easy to navigate the city on feet. Rooms are clean, spacious, and beautifully furnished. Would stay here again the next visit in Hamburg."
Reviewed on 19 Jun 2026
25hours Hotel HafenCity
"Excellent location with underground parking attached to the property. Incredibly helpful staff - particularly when we had an issue with our room which was solved very swiftly. The sauna on the roof was amazing, and can highly recommend the breakfast which is one of the best I’ve ever had at a ..."
Reviewed on 5 Jun 2026
Where to stay in HafenCity
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.
Hamburg-Mitte
Known for its fascinating museums and captivating waterfront views, there's plenty to explore in Hamburg-Mitte. You can visit top attractions like Hamburg Cruise Center and Hamburg Wholesale Market, and jump on the metro at Veddel S-Bahn or Wilhelmsburg S-Bahn to see more of the city.
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 Reeperbahn, and jump on the metro at Feldstraße Station or Feldstrasse U-Bahn to see more of the city.
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.
Saint Georg
You might take some time to check out the abundant dining options in Saint Georg. Spend some time visiting top spots like Schauspielhaus, and catch the metro at Lohmuhlenstrasse U-Bahn or South Central U-Bahn to see more of the area.
