HafenCity
Hamburg
Popular places to visit
Miniatur Wunderland
This miniature world and model railway takes visitors through Scandinavia, Austria, Switzerland and the U.S. It is one of the most popular attractions in Germany.
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
Delve into the darker side of Hamburg’s history, brought to life at this attraction through shows, rides and storytelling.
International Maritime Museum
Discover the stories of captains and conquerors at this huge converted warehouse, home to the world’s largest private collection of maritime treasures.
German Customs Museum
You can study the exhibits at German Customs Museum, a museum with a storied past, during your travels to Hamburg. Stroll along the waterfront or visit the shops in this culturally rich area.
Dockland
The largest city regeneration project in Europe is transforming Hamburg’s former port warehouse district into a thriving, modern city quarter.
Things to do
Hamburg Discovery: Bus Tour with Harbor & Alster Lake Cruise
Top hotels in HafenCity
Holiday Inn Hamburg - Hafencity by IHG
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Reviewed on 19 May 2026
The Westin Hamburg Elbphilharmonie
"The restaurant and hotel is a work of art. The concert we attended was wonderful. It was close to many attractions. One of our three rooms fell short of the beautiful view. The restaurant food was amazing. We ate breakfast elsewhere."
Reviewed on 6 May 2026
Pierdrei Hotel HafenCity Hamburg
"Incredible location to explore from. Hotel was perfect. We had our parents and our toddler at the hotel with us and it was great for all our needs."
Reviewed on 29 Apr 2026
AMERON Hamburg Hotel Speicherstadt
"Really good location. Very clean, good views from the room and the gym and sauna on the top floor are great spots!"
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
JUFA Hotel Hamburg HafenCity
Prize by Radisson, Hamburg City
"The price I paid for a room and breakfast was about £73 per night which I thought was excellent value for money. The bedroom was rather basic but it did include a king sized bed with two separate duvets. The bathroom facilities were rather cramped but did include a walk-in shower. The hotel itself ..."
Reviewed on 26 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around HafenCity
Speicherstadt
Speicherstadt is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Miniatur Wunderland and German Customs Museum.
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
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.
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.
