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Things to do

Hamburg: Eerie Speicherstadt Tour

Hamburg: Eerie Speicherstadt Tour

￥4,605
per adult
Hamburg: Eerie Speicherstadt Tour
Hamburg: Hop-On Hop-Off Bus with Alster or Harbor Cruise

Hamburg: Hop-On Hop-Off Bus with Harbor Cruise

￥7,861
per adult
Hamburg: Hop-On Hop-Off Bus with Harbor Cruise
Hamburg: 1-Hour Harbor Cruise

Hamburg: 1-Hour Harbor Cruise

￥4,439
per adult
Hamburg: 1-Hour Harbor Cruise
Hamburg: Ticket to the Panoptikum Waxworks

Hamburg: Ticket to the Panoptikum Waxworks

￥1,757
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Hamburg: Ticket to the Panoptikum Waxworks
Hamburg: Harbor Cruise

Hamburg: Harbor Cruise

￥3,514
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Hamburg: Harbor Cruise
Elbphilharmonie Tour including Plaza & Surroundings

Hamburg: Elbphilharmonie Highlights and Plaza Guided Tour

￥4,254
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Hamburg: Elbphilharmonie Highlights and Plaza Guided Tour
Hamburg: Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour Family Ticket

Hamburg: Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour Family Ticket

￥8,138
per traveler
Hamburg: Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour Family Ticket
Hamburg: City Cruise on Alster Lake

Hamburg: City Cruise on Alster Lake

￥4,624
per adult
Hamburg: City Cruise on Alster Lake
Hamburg: Entrance to the Museum Ship Cap San Diego

Hamburg: Entrance to the Museum Ship Cap San Diego

￥2,219
per adult
Hamburg: Entrance to the Museum Ship Cap San Diego
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Miniatur Wunderland

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Step into the world's largest model railway exhibition, where miniature landscapes come alive with moving trains and day-night cycles. Marvel at intricate details of different countries and watch tiny planes take off.
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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.

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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 Reeperbahn, and jump on the metro at Feldstraße Station or Feldstrasse U-Bahn to see more of the city.

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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.

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Schanzenviertel

Schanzenviertel is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can plan an outing to Theatre Neue Flora and Millerntor Stadium while you're in town.

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Neustadt

Known for its ample dining options and captivating waterfront views, there's plenty to explore in Neustadt. You can visit top attractions like Neuer Wall and Gansemarkt, and jump on the metro at Stadthausbrücke S-Bahn or Gaensemarkt U-Bahn to see more of the city.

Popular day trips from Hamburg

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Norderstedt

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Quickborn

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Schenefeld

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Halstenbek

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Rellingen

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Reinbek

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Wedel

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Ahrensburg

Frequently asked questions

Is Hamburg worth visiting?
Famous for its markets and history, discovering cool things to do in Hamburg is easy. Don't forget to add Reeperbahn to your itinerary while here.
How do I spend a day in Hamburg?
Start your day with a visit to Miniatur Wunderland and Reeperbahn. Then, explore different parts of Hamburg for local dining and some retail therapy.
What is the top tourist attraction in Hamburg?
Don't leave without visiting Reeperbahn, ranked the top tourist attraction in Hamburg.
Is three days enough to stay in Hamburg?
Three days will give you time to check out many city sights, like Reeperbahn, Hagenbeck Zoo and Theatre Neue Flora. The average stay in Hamburg is two days. If you have the urge to extend your getaway, Norderstedt isn't far away.
Is Hamburg a walkable city?
It all depends on what you want to do and see in Hamburg. Several top sights, like Reeperbahn and Theatre Neue Flora, are reachable on foot. If you're up for a stroll around some of Hamburg's neighborhoods, Hamburg-Mitte is 5 kilometers away from downtown, while Hamburg City Center is 0.16 kilometers away from the center and also within walking distance.
What are some activities to do in Hamburg with kids?
If you're looking for activities and sights for all of your group, here are some excellent ideas for what to do in Hamburg with kids.

What to do in Hamburg for adults?
Holsten Brewery and Elbe Philharmonic Hall are just a few of the things to do in Hamburg. With plenty of activities available, there's something here for everyone to experience.
Are there free things to do in Hamburg?
One of the easiest ways to discover free things to do in Hamburg is to speak with a local tour guide. You'll get insider tips on exciting neighborhoods, parks and other attractions you can experience without taking your wallet out. Reeperbahn is one spot that doesn't have an entrance fee.

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