Altona Travel Guide
Hamburg
Popular places to visit
Volksparkstadion
Catch an event at Volksparkstadion during your trip to Hamburg. Discover the fascinating museums and shops in this culturally rich area.
Fish Market
Exotic fruits, flowers, teas and household goods are offered alongside freshly caught fish at this open-air Sunday market.
Elbstrand
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Elbstrand during your travels in Hamburg? While in this trendy area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
Jenischpark
Jenischpark 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 in this culturally rich area or seek out the local tours.
inoffizieller FKK Strand
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at inoffizieller FKK Strand during your trip to Hamburg? While in this trendy area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
Harbour Museum Oevelgoenne
You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Harbour Museum Oevelgoenne in Hamburg. Amble around this culturally rich area's waterfront or experience its fascinating museums.
Things to do
Hamburg: International Maritime Museum Entrance Ticket
Hamburg: Line A Sightseeing Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
Hamburg: Hop-On Hop-Off Bus with Harbor Cruise
Top hotels in Altona
NH Hamburg Altona
master Altona
This was an interesting new type of hotel stay for us. My mother grew up in Altona in the 50s after the war. I hadn’t been to Hamburg in about 20 years so we decided to visit pre-Christmas for the markets (way too crowded and difficult public transportation during it). The room was well equipped ...
Reviewed on 9 Dec 2025
Mövenpick Hotel Hamburg
I was moved to a twin room instead of a queen and then told they had no ability to move me back. Also not enough staff on reception at check out or check in.
Reviewed on 18 Apr 2026
Hamburg Marriott Hotel
Clean room, tidy
Reviewed on 23 Apr 2026
Scandic Hamburg Emporio
The apt mentions it has a restaurant, but it closed during covid and hasn’t reopened. It does serve an excellent breakfast, but the restaurant isn’t open for lunch or dinner. I was there on an Easter Monday, and the majority of the restaurants in the area were closed for the holiday. I would not ...
Reviewed on 7 Apr 2026
ARCOTEL Onyx Hamburg
If you read my previous review on this hotel, you will probably be surprised that I returned. The management offered me their nicest room with the breakfast to try and compensate for my previous day. This room was clean, although two black towels were found behind a chair that were obviously nothing ...
Reviewed on 9 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Altona
Bahrenfeld
Discover Bahrenfeld, memorable for its bars. Popular attractions in Bahrenfeld include Trabrennbahn Hamburg Bahrenfeld and Volksparkstadion, and you can see more of the area by hopping on the metro at Bahrenfeld S-Bahn.
Eimsbuettel
You might enjoy the spas while in Eimsbuettel. Am Rothenbaum is a notable sight, and you can get around town at Osterstrasse U-Bahn or Emilienstrasse U-Bahn to see more of the city.
Altona-Altstadt
Well liked for its waterfront and historical sites, Altona-Altstadt is worth a visit. Check out the variety of things to see and do like Fish Market and Reeperbahn, and jump on the metro at Königstraße S-Bahn to get around 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 Operettenhaus, and jump on the metro at Feldstraße Station or Feldstrasse U-Bahn to see more of the city.
Neustadt
Known for its abundant dining options and waterfront views, there's plenty to explore in Neustadt. Top attractions like Laeiszhalle and Neuer Wall are major draws, and you can catch the metro at Stadthausbrücke S-Bahn or Gaensemarkt U-Bahn to see more of the city.
Rotherbaum
Shopping, restaurants and spas highlight some notable features of Rotherbaum. Make a stop by Am Rothenbaum or Alster Lakes while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Dammtor S-Bahn or Hallerstrasse U-Bahn to get around town.
