HafenCity Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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Popular places to visit
Miniatur Wunderland
Marvel at this miniature world, criss-crossed by model railways, ships and aeroplanes, all recreated in astounding detail.
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
Immerse yourself in the darkest periods in Hamburg’s history; this is a truly unforgettable experience, not for the faint-hearted!
International Maritime Museum
Admire this vast collection of maritime treasures, and learn all about life at sea through the ages.
Dockland
Discover this fascinating city-centre district on the banks of the River Elbe, where former docks are blossoming into a dynamic cultural hub.
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.
Activities
Hamburg: Ticket to the Panoptikum Waxworks
Hamburg: Moin Comedy Club Stand Up Comedy Live Show Ticket
Our pick of the best HafenCity Hotel Deals
JUFA Hotel Hamburg HafenCity
Spacious and clean room, cot was provided. Very friendly staff! Great play areas for kids. Sadly the restaurant, Das Kulinarium, was closed and their own buffet could be improved on. Overall we had a really nice stay!
Reviewed on 4 Jan 2026
AMERON Hamburg Hotel Speicherstadt
Room was beautiful and modern with a perfect view of the canal and steeple that are famous in Hamburg. Restaurant service was spotty but food was very good and convenient within the hotel.
Reviewed on 10 Jan 2026
The Westin Hamburg Elbphilharmonie
Room was clean, the view from the lobby was amazing. Central location.
Reviewed on 8 Jan 2026
Pierdrei Hotel HafenCity Hamburg
Everything as expected or better!
Reviewed on 6 Jan 2026
Holiday Inn Hamburg - Hafencity by IHG
Good
Reviewed on 17 Dec 2025
Prize by Radisson, Hamburg City
Excellent hotel for the price. The only problem is you need to pay extra if you want your room cleaned every day.
Reviewed on 1 Nov 2025
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.
