Popular places to visit
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.
Miniatur Wunderland
Marvel at this miniature world, criss-crossed by model railways, ships and aeroplanes, all recreated in astounding detail.
Reeperbahn
During your visit to Hamburg, you can enjoy retail therapy at Reeperbahn. While you're here, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
Volksparkstadion
Catch an event at Volksparkstadion during your trip to Hamburg. Discover the fascinating museums and shops in this culturally rich area.
Hagenbeck Zoo
Marvel at the earth’s wildlife in all its diversity at this innovative zoo, the first of its kind to have cageless enclosures.
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.
Activities
Hamburg: 1.5h Grand Harbor Evening Lights Cruise
Hamburg: Hop-On Hop-Off Bus with Alster or Harbor Cruise
Hamburg: Reeperbahn Quickie, The Short & Sexy St. Pauli Tour
Our pick of the best Ottensen Hotel Deals
Reichshof Hotel Hamburg
Reviewed on 18 Jul. 2025
Hotel Fürst Bismarck
Reviewed on 17 Jul. 2025
Ruby Lotti Hotel Hamburg
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Hotel Atlantic Hamburg, Autograph Collection
Reviewed on 6 Jul. 2025
Prize by Radisson, Hamburg St. Pauli
Reviewed on 22 Jul. 2025
Radisson Blu Hotel, Hamburg Airport
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Other neighbourhoods around Ottensen
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 U-Boat U-434 Museum and Fish Market, 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 Panopikum, and jump on the metro at Feldstraße Station or Feldstrasse U-Bahn to see more of the city.
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.
Neustadt
Known for its abundant dining options and waterfront views, there's plenty to explore in Neustadt. Top attractions like St. Michaelis Church and Laeiszhalle are major draws, and you can catch the metro at Stadthausbrücke S-Bahn or Gaensemarkt U-Bahn to see more of the city.
Altona
Spend some time visiting places like Trabrennbahn Hamburg Bahrenfeld while getting to know Altona, and be sure to check out the abundant dining options. You can hop aboard the metro at Othmarschen S-Bahn or Klein Flottbek S-Bahn 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.