Hamburg

Travel Guide

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Hamburg showing a bay or harbor
Speicherstadt featuring a bridge and a city
Stadtpark showing a park
Hamburg Dungeon showing signage

Where to stay in Hamburg

Hamburg City Center which includes a city, heritage architecture and night scenes

Hamburg City Center

4.5/5(215 area reviews)

Imposing Renaissance Revival structures like Hamburg Rathaus and three main churches, St. Jacobi, St. Katharinen, and St. Petri, adorn this district. Explore museums like Hamburg Kunsthalle and enjoy performances at Thalia Theater.

Hamburg City Center
Hamburg City Center which includes a city, heritage architecture and night scenes

Hamburg-Mitte

3.5/5(2 area reviews)

Discover Hamburg-Mitte's bustling urban center, home to the historic Altstadt, Neustadt, and HafenCity districts. Enjoy the green oasis of Planten un Blomen park, and easily navigate with the city's rapid transit system.

Hamburg-Mitte
Japanese Garden showing a river or creek and a garden

Saint Pauli

4/5(35 area reviews)

Experience the lively atmosphere of St. Pauli, Hamburg's entertainment hub, featuring musicals, theaters, bars, and clubs in the "sinful mile." Explore iconic landmarks like Beatles-Platz square and Hans-Albers-Platz near Reeperbahn.

Saint Pauli
Hamburg

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.

HafenCity
St. Catherine\'s Church which includes 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.

Altstadt Hamburg
Wow. The beauty of spring right in the green space on an intersection on a busy Hamburg street. Discovered while cycling through the city.

Saint Georg

4/5(169 area reviews)

Central location and vibrant nightlife define St. Georg, offering street cafés, shops, and theaters like Deutsches Schauspielhaus and Ohnsorg-Theater. Explore St. Mary's Cathedral and Hamburg University of Applied Sciences, with easy access to public transport.

Saint Georg
Ruby Lotti Hotel Hamburg
Ruby Lotti Hotel Hamburg
Düsternstraße 1-3, Hamburg
The price is AED 417 per night from May 18 to May 19
AED 417
AED 446 total
18 May - 19 May
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Hamburg. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,007 reviews)
"Terrific location! Walkable to so many of the things you want to see & experience in Hamburg Central. Also walkable (25mins) to Central Train Station. Room was modern, clean, efficient. Shower was the best - hot water immediately & good size. Bar & staff were incredible. Bar is 24/7 with snacks late, ..."

Reviewed on 5 May 2025

Ruby Lotti Hotel Hamburg
Radisson Blu Hotel, Hamburg
Radisson Blu Hotel, Hamburg
4 out of 5
Congressplatz 2, Hamburg, HH
The price is AED 541 per night from May 25 to May 26
AED 541
AED 579 total
25 May - 26 May
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Hamburg. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,005 reviews)
"Beautiful hotel, rooms decent size but if you are from US the air does not work well at all. We requested a fan but never received one."

Reviewed on 6 May 2025

Radisson Blu Hotel, Hamburg
Hotel Fürst Bismarck
Hotel Fürst Bismarck
3 out of 5
Kirchenallee 49, Hamburg, HH
The price is AED 491 per night from May 18 to May 19
AED 491
AED 575 total
18 May - 19 May
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Hamburg. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,005 reviews)
"Very noisy surrounding the hotel . Facilities were very nice and Staff were mixed. Ranged from very nice to quite harsh."

Reviewed on 29 April 2025

Hotel Fürst Bismarck
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Adina Apartment Hotel Hamburg Speicherstadt
Adina Apartment Hotel Hamburg Speicherstadt
Willy-Brandt-Strasse 25, Hamburg
Stay at this aparthotel in Hamburg. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the room service in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,119 reviews)
Great place to stay.
"Great place to stay in Hamburg. The room is large even by USA standards and has a full functioning kitchen. The property is modern and I had no issues using the elevators. While the pool was undergoing renovation, I was able to use the gym and sauna. I strongly recommend pre-purchasing the breakfast ..."

Reviewed on 18 April 2025

Adina Apartment Hotel Hamburg Speicherstadt
Clipper Boardinghouse – Hamburg-Michel
Clipper Boardinghouse – Hamburg-Michel
Ditmar-Koel-Strasse 1, Hamburg, HH
Stay at this aparthotel in Hamburg. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and free grocery shopping service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (896 reviews)
"Good location"

Reviewed on 29 April 2025

Clipper Boardinghouse – Hamburg-Michel
Aparthotel Adagio Access Hamburg
Aparthotel Adagio Access Hamburg
Muehlendamm 66a, Hamburg
Stay at this aparthotel in Hamburg. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Popular attractions Miniatur Wunderland and Hamburg Cruise ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (88 reviews)
"Friendly staff, good communication. Studio clean and in very good condition."

Reviewed on 1 May 2025

Aparthotel Adagio Access Hamburg
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of Hamburg

4.5
Top Destination
5 - Excellent
221
5 - Excellent 55%
4 - Good
143
4 - Good 36%
3 - Okay
32
3 - Okay 8%
2 - Disappointing
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2 - Disappointing 0%
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1 - Terrible 1%

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

I would have liked to see it!!!

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Very beautiful city just to walk around and experience.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Visited the Christmas markets that were still open the week between Christmas and New Years. Great variety of food and crafts. On a Saturday afternoon/evening in late December, the city was alive with people on the streets and in the shopping areas

5/5 - Excellent

Na

Beautiful city

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

Once you figure out public transportation, you are fine!

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Hamburg is absolutely beautiful! It was truly a pleasure to explore the city and learn about its history and culture.