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Where is what on the sinful mile

Guide to the Reeperbahn

Venues, clubs and bars for night owls: Where is what? What do I wear? What else can you experience in the neighbourhood? We'll give you all the tips.

Enjoy the panoramic view

The most beatiful views in Hamburg

Look at Hamburg from above and enjoy the breathtaking views: these places with panoramic views are not to be missed.

UNESCO World Heritage Site in Hamburg

Photo spots in the Speicherstadt and Kontorhaus district

The most popular photo motifs in the UNESCO Speicherstadt are the Wasserschloss and the Fleetschlösschen. In the Kontorhaus district, the architecturally special Chilehaus and the historic staircases await.

The days are getting colder

Indoor cultural highlights in Hamburg

The leaves are turning colourful, the skies are turning grey and those interested in culture in Hamburg are seeking shelter. Hamburg has a lot to offer in the contrast to the dark season: Our cultural highlights defy the grey weather, have colourful things to offer and best of all: you can warm up perfectly during your Hamburg trip, because they are all indoors.

Everything but ordinary!

Exceptional museums

Unusual museum experiences that you can only make in Hamburg.

How it became what it is today

Myth of St. Pauli

St. Pauli - The sinful district, known for the Reeperbahn and as a legendary entertainment hot spot. But how has this reputation developed? As a place for undesirable trades and a space for revelry, the Hamburgeer Berg was given the status of "St. Pauli-Vorstadt" in 1830. This laid the foundation for the myth of St. Pauli.

Stylish nightlife

Hamburg`s elegant club culture

Hamburg's nightlife can also be chic and offers an abundance of elegant and upscale places to enjoy the night in an exquisite ambience.

Perfect Places

Perfect playes on the waterfront

A pinch of sea air, a hint of coastal feeling, small sailors, big steamers and lots of water - that's it, our favourite city: welcome to Hamburg.

Food and drink with a view

Eat & drink with view on the elb

We have compiled a list of the best places where you can watch the arriving and departing ships with a cup of coffee and a piece of cake or a delicious dinner.

What you should have seen

Hamburg's most beautiful sights

You should have seen it! If you didn't see any of this, you probably weren't in Hamburg.

No need to worry

Tips for a rainy day in Hamburg

The weather in Hamburg is much better than its reputation, but there are still plenty of rainy days. The next time you visit Hamburg and dark rain clouds pile up in the sky, you can look forward to a lot of exciting and relaxing activities, which are especially good in rainy weather!

No Budget?

Tips for free experiences

A lot can be discovered and experienced in Hamburg. Your wallet doesn't always have to be drawn. Find out more about the free experiences in Hamburg here.

The most delicious fish

Best fish restaurants in Hamburg

Even if the North Sea is more than 100 km away, there are very good freshly caught fish and many first-class fish restaurants in Hamburg. We will show you 10 restaurants where you can eat really good fish. So enjoy your meal!

Like a fairy tale

Fantastic castles in the metropolitan area

The good old fairy tales tell of legendary knights, mystical mythical creatures and magnificent balls in dream castles. We have visited the most beautiful castles and manor houses in Hamburg and the metropolitan region and of course we do not want to withhold the most beautiful pictures from you.

Endless shopping

Wonderful shopping center for a shopping day

Hamburg is home to many shopping centres. The large ones offer much more than just shopping opportunities and restaurants.

Summer in Hamburg

Festivals, street parties & local culture

The summer will be urban, colourful and typical of Hamburg: live music with a maritime backdrop, open-air film and literature festivals, evening walks with a view of the shining harbour. Dive into Hamburg’s cultural scene, let the sun tingle your skin, feel the festival wristband on your hand and enjoy the maritime, multifaceted and party-loving Hamburg summer flair.

Just dance

Top 10 clubs in Hamburg

Whether electronic music, hip-hop, indie or live bands - Hamburg is known for its vibrant nightlife and diverse club scene.

Best tips for the early morning hours

Hamburg for early birds

For the early birds among us, there is plenty to discover in Hamburg early in the morning without the crowds. Top tip: watch the sunrise at the harbour!

GOLDEN AUTUMN IN HAMBURG

Tips for your cultural autumn

Autumn in Hamburg brings a breath of fresh air to the cultural scene: discover our four tips for theatre evenings, exhibitions and concerts that you shouldn't miss in the new season.

Maritime Winter in the Hanseatic City

Christmas markets on the waterfront

Hamburg transforms into a sparkling, maritime Christmas metropolis during the Christmas season. What's special about Hamburg in the run-up to Christmas is above all its proximity to the water. On a trip to the Christmas market, you can look out over the sparkling water with a mulled wine in your hand.

Bright and beautiful pre-Christmas season

Hamburg`s top cultural events before christmas

Theatres and churches, opera houses and museums are once again inviting visitors to a particularly festive pre-Christmas programme this year.

Made with love in Hamburg

Sustainable gift ideas in Hamburg

Next birthday, wedding oder Christmas is around the corner and you need a gift which should also be special? No problem. We show you 10 places with sustainable gift ideas - handmade, regional and fair.

Our best tips

Vegan breakfast in Hamburg

Join us on this taste journey to our vegan breakfast highlights in Hamburg.

Fashionable, fair and sustainable

10 Tips for Eco Fashion in Hamburg

Eco fashion, slow fashion or fair fashion have long since arrived in the fashion world. Many labels started small with clothes for surfing, skating or yoga. In the meantime, there is eco fashion for everyone in Hamburg. This is where Hamburg elegance meets Hanseatic pragmatism and cool St. Pauli streetwear. These 10 shops offer fashion that feels good and does you good.

A success story

The Musical"Hot Corner" celebrates its 20th anniversary

The "Hot Corner" is a Hamburg original that must be seen. With its enduring success and unique blend of humour, music and local colour, the musical has captured the hearts of millions. Book tickets directly

Conscious and climate-friendly

Tips for a sustainable holiday in Hamburg

Make your Hamburg holiday more sustainable with our 10 tips: from the digital planning of your trip, to the selection of hotels and restaurants, to the environmentally friendly arrival and departure.

Enter the sea of colors

10 colourful walks through Hamburg

The golden season covers Hamburg in a bright and sparkling light. We just can't get enough of the colorful autumn. When the first leaves turn color, it's the perfect time for extensive autumn walks. We show you Hamburg's most beautiful places for walking and hiking.

Moments of relaxation

Cozy cafés

Discover comfortable, relaxed cafés in Hamburg where you can definitely find something to enjoy!

Indoor leisure fun

Indoor experiences in Hamburg for every weather

Bored on wet rainy days? No problem! There are plenty of indoor offers in Hamburg. The roofed pleasure brings colour into the grey hours. Variety and entertainment are guaranteed here. Let's go on an indoor adventure!

Discover true coffee variety

Coffee Roasters in Hamburg

Discover true coffee variety at Hamburg's coffee roasters.

Vegan variety

Yummy vegan restaurants

Vegan doesn't taste good? Since when! Let Hamburg's vegan restaurants convince you how delicious food can be without animal products and that vegan does not have to mean renouncement.

Dawdling around

Hamburg`s best flea markets

Rummage around flea markets for all it's worth! Year-round, in summer as well as in winter, at Hamburg's flea markets you'll always find what you've never looked for or never knew you needed!

Looking for a new style?

Stores for casual streetwear

Browse through Hamburg's streetwear world and discover the variety the Hanseatic city has to offer.

Regional and fresh

The most beatiful farmer`s market in Hamburg

Hamburg offers many weekly markets. Every day, merchants sell their fresh goods and invite countless visitors to shop and stroll with amazement.

Browse and be amazed

Concept stores for real shopping fans

No matter whether you want to treat yourself to something or are looking for special gifts: We recommend these great owner-owned and -operated concept stores for browsing and marvelling!

Zero Waste in Hamburg – Shops for unpacked shopping

Shops for unpacked shopping

Not only ecological but also regional and without wasting packaging: If you want to shop unpackaged in Hamburg, you should definitely visit one of these stores!

Wellness for body and senses

Hot and thermal spas

Just indulge your body & soul for once, enjoy peace and quiet and forget about everything with a relaxing massage. In a calm and warm atmosphere, thermal baths contribute to your peace of mind. Look through our TOP recommendations for your spa visit in the Hanseatic City.

Snip, chat, feast!

Hamburg`s cooking schools

Hamburg's cooking schools have the best recipe for a breath of fresh air on your home kitchen table. Whether you're a beginner or experienced amateur chef, participants conjure up all kinds of delicacies under expert guidance and then enjoy the results in a relaxed atmosphere in these evening courses.

Urban Jungle

Fantastic shops for plant fans

Hardly anything brings your own dwelling to life as much as green plants. Whether it's a classical potted plant, countless small succulents on the windowsill or a palm tree in the bathroom, we've picked out the best shops that are teeming with greenery.

Cosiness in the rural countryside

Beautiful courtyard cafés in and around Hamburg

Hamburg's courtyard cafés promise a restful break far from the hustle and bustle of the city. The combination of rural idyll, refreshing drinks and lovingly baked cakes is the ideal atmosphere to recharge your batteries. We show you Hamburg's most beautiful courtyard cafés.

In mood for reading?

Hamburg bookstores to explore

The power of books to captivate us in exciting stories is almost limitless. On grey rainy days, the longing for colourful adventures is especially strong: the perfect time for a new favourite book. Where is that waiting for you? We will show you the most beautiful bookstores in Hamburg, which invite you to browse around in comfort.

Can you find the solution?

Escape games in Hamburg

A team, a room, and 60 minutes - these are the rules of the new trend known as Escape Games.

Out of town

Day trips to the metropolitan area

Very close to Hamburg, attractive day trips, sports, cultural and recreational offers await you, and they are fast and easy to reach.

First time here?

Tips for the first visit in Hamburg

If you've never been to Hamburg, you'll definitely want to see the touristic attractions. But Hamburg is more than its harbour and the Elbphilharmonie. This ultimate Hamburg Starter Kit tells you where to find the nicest souvenirs and enjoy the best "Franzbrötchen" & freshest fish.

Breath of fresh air

Idyllic nature areas in and around hamburg

From sand dunes to forests to marshes - Hamburg has a diverse array of biotopes to offer.

Top 5

Farms for fruit harvesting in Hamburg

Fruit and vegetable farms in the surrounding area of Hamburg invite you to harvest. The season promises fun for the whole family. Registration, previous knowledge or utensils are not necessary. We show you where you can harvest fresh fruit and vegetables in Hamburg.

Finding hidden treasures

Cool second hand stores

It doesn't always have to be new. Sometimes the most beautiful treasures are hidden in clothing and accessories with a history.

Stroll, look, shop

Shopping through the district "Schanze"

Forget the major chains and flagship stores. Shopping in the Schanzenviertel is for the discerning looking for carefully selected designs, indie fashion, interior, beauty and much more.

Spring at home - Hamburg`s most exquite Flower stores

Spring is in the air! To welcome the new season to your home, we have compiled Hamburg's most beautiful flower stores for you.