HafenCity Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Hamburg
Hamburg showing interior views
Hamburg showing interior views
Hamburg which includes interior views
Speicherstadt which includes a city, a marina and a river or creek

Popular places to visit

Miniatur Wunderland showing interior views and rides

Miniatur Wunderland

4.5/5(12 reviews)

Marvel at this miniature world, criss-crossed by model railways, ships and aeroplanes, all recreated in astounding detail.

Miniatur Wunderland
Elbe Philharmonic Hall

Elbe Philharmonic Hall

5/5(16 reviews)

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.

Elbe Philharmonic Hall
Hamburg Dungeon

Hamburg Dungeon

4.5/5(2 reviews)

Immerse yourself in the darkest periods in Hamburg’s history; this is a truly unforgettable experience, not for the faint-hearted!

Hamburg Dungeon
International Maritime Museum

International Maritime Museum

Admire this vast collection of maritime treasures, and learn all about life at sea through the ages.

International Maritime Museum
Hamburg showing a river or creek, a marina and a city

Dockland

Discover this fascinating city-centre district on the banks of the River Elbe, where former docks are blossoming into a dynamic cultural hub.

Dockland
German Unity Square

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.

German Unity Square

Activities

Hamburg: Speicherstadt and Hafencity Guided Tour

Hamburg: Speicherstadt and Hafencity Guided Tour

NZ$35
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Hamburg: Speicherstadt and Hafencity Guided Tour
The Hamburg Dungeon

The Hamburg Dungeon

NZ$54
per adult
84% of travellers recommend
The Hamburg Dungeon
Elbphilharmonie Tour including Plaza & Surroundings

Hamburg: Elbphilharmonie Highlights and Plaza Guided Tour

NZ$44
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Hamburg: Elbphilharmonie Highlights and Plaza Guided Tour
Hamburg CARD

Hamburg CARD

NZ$25
per adult
Hamburg CARD
Hamburg’s UNESCO World Heritage Camps and Cathedrals of Commerce

Hamburg’s UNESCO World Heritage Camps and Cathedrals of Commerce

NZ$6
per adult
Hamburg’s UNESCO World Heritage Camps and Cathedrals of Commerce
Best of Hamburg: City Sightseeing Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

Best of Hamburg: City Sightseeing Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

NZ$41
per adult
Best of Hamburg: City Sightseeing Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
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Our pick of the best HafenCity Hotel Deals

Holiday Inn Hamburg - Hafencity by IHG
Holiday Inn Hamburg - Hafencity by IHG
4.5 out of 5
Ueberseeallee 15, Hamburg, Hamburg
The price is NZ$191 per night from 27 July to 28 July
NZ$191
27 July - 28 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Hamburg. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (755 reviews)
no ice or refrigerator?
"Nice new hotel in a good location. But I was a little dismayed the the hotel does not have in room refrigerators. Nor do they have ice machines on the floors. In order to get something refrigerated you have to leave it with the front desk and they would put it in a refrigerator in their office. AND ..."

Reviewed on 3 Jun. 2025

Holiday Inn Hamburg - Hafencity by IHG
The Westin Hamburg Elbphilharmonie
The Westin Hamburg Elbphilharmonie
Platz der Deutschen Einheit 2, Hamburg, HH
The price is NZ$488 per night from 20 July to 21 July
NZ$488
20 July - 21 July
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Hamburg. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,002 reviews)
"Excellent location and service. Stunning building!"

Reviewed on 8 Jun. 2025

The Westin Hamburg Elbphilharmonie
AMERON Hamburg Hotel Speicherstadt
AMERON Hamburg Hotel Speicherstadt
Am Sandtorkai 4, Hamburg, HH
The price is NZ$295 per night from 27 July to 28 July
NZ$295
27 July - 28 July
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Hamburg. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,005 reviews)
"Everything perfect"

Reviewed on 29 Jun. 2025

AMERON Hamburg Hotel Speicherstadt
Pierdrei Hotel HafenCity Hamburg
Pierdrei Hotel HafenCity Hamburg
Am Sandtorkai 46, Hamburg, HH
The price is NZ$264 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
NZ$264
10 Aug - 11 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Hamburg. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (792 reviews)
"Lovely hotel, well located."

Reviewed on 29 Jun. 2025

Pierdrei Hotel HafenCity Hamburg
25hours Hotel HafenCity
25hours Hotel HafenCity
Überseeallee 5, Hamburg, HH
The price is NZ$249 per night from 27 July to 28 July
NZ$249
27 July - 28 July
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this boutique hotel in Hamburg. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,006 reviews)
"Very friendly helpful staff. Close to shopping centre and facilities."

Reviewed on 26 May 2025

25hours Hotel HafenCity
Reichshof Hotel Hamburg
Reichshof Hotel Hamburg
Kirchenallee 34-36, Hamburg
The price is NZ$278 per night from 27 July to 28 July
NZ$278
27 July - 28 July
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this boutique hotel in Hamburg. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,204 reviews)
Fantastic stay
"Wonderful hotel and very convenient for train station."

Reviewed on 8 Jul. 2025

Reichshof Hotel Hamburg
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Other neighbourhoods around HafenCity

Speicherstadt showing a bridge and a city

Speicherstadt

Speicherstadt is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Miniatur Wunderland and Hamburg Dungeon.

Speicherstadt
St. Catherine\'s Church which includes heritage architecture and a church or cathedral

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
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Hamburg City Center

4.5/5(22 area reviews)

Miniatur Wunderland and Hamburg City Hall 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 City Center
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Hammerbrook

3.5/5(4 area reviews)

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.

Hammerbrook
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Saint Georg

4/5(26 area reviews)

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.

Saint Georg
Hamburg showing a sandy beach, a bay or harbour and a coastal town

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.

Port of Hamburg

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