HafenCity Travel Guide
Hamburg
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 Cruise Center
Explore the waterfront in Hamburg with a trip to Hamburg Cruise Center. 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.
German Unity Square
You can learn about the history of Hamburg with a visit to German Unity Square. Stroll along the waterfront in this family-friendly area or visit its top-notch restaurants.
Things to do
Hamburg: Line A Sightseeing Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
Hamburg: International Maritime Museum Entrance Ticket
Hamburg Discovery: Bus Tour with Harbor & Alster Lake Cruise
Top hotels in HafenCity
Pierdrei Hotel HafenCity Hamburg
Cute funky boutique hotel! Very friendly and helpful staff! Amazing location!
Reviewed on 29 Mar 2026
The Westin Hamburg Elbphilharmonie
Beautiful room and attentive staff
Reviewed on 16 Mar 2026
Holiday Inn Hamburg - Hafencity by IHG
Warm welcome from reception staff. Excellent language skills, spoke English very well. Room very clean, a good size and very quiet. Breakfast a higj standard with lots of choice.
Reviewed on 17 Mar 2026
AMERON Hamburg Hotel Speicherstadt
Great stay - very convenient
Reviewed on 9 Apr 2026
JUFA Hotel Hamburg HafenCity
Hotel Fürst Bismarck
This is a tidy little hotel with some architectural charm. The location is also great if you want convenient access to inter-city and local trains. It is literally across the street from the H’burg central station, so all the main U- and S-Bahn trains are within a two minute walk, or less if you’re ...
Reviewed on 7 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around HafenCity
Speicherstadt
Speicherstadt is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Hamburg Dungeon and Miniatur Wunderland.
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.
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.
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.
Port of Hamburg
You'll enjoy the restaurants and museums in Port of Hamburg. You might want to make time for a stop at Theater im Hafen or Harbour Museum Hamburg.
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.
