Altstadt Hamburg Travel Guide
Hamburg
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Popular places to visit
Hamburg City Hall
This majestic building is the home of politics in Hamburg. It has 647 rooms with ornate fountains, mosaics and allusions to Greek gods.
Moenckebergstrasse
During your trip to Hamburg, you can do some window-shopping at Moenckebergstrasse. Stroll along the waterfront or experience the fascinating museums in this culturally rich area.
Hamburger Kunsthalle
Visit the spectacular collections in this excellent museum, ranging from 14th-century painting to contemporary photography.
St. Peter's Church
Hamburg's oldest parish church survived the air raids of World War II and remains home to some ancient works of art.
St. Nikolai Church
St. Nikolai Church is just one of the places to see in Hamburg, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the fascinating museums and shops in this culturally rich area.
Chilehaus
You can learn about the history of Hamburg with a stop at Chilehaus. Amble around this culturally rich area's waterfront or experience its fascinating museums.
Top hotels in Altstadt Hamburg
The Cloud One Hamburg - Kontorhaus
Only ok honestly. The staff were exceptional and the front of house and bar area stunning. But the room was extremely basic for the price paid although the location definitely reflects the price paid. There was no phone in the room so my partner had to go downstairs to request an ironing board and ...
Reviewed on 26 Nov 2025
Fraser Suites Hamburg
This is a beautiful hotel. The staff was so welcoming and the room was beautiful and clean. The hotel was a short metro ride from the central train station. Walking distance to the city hall, the Christmas Market and other sites to see. I would recommend this property highly.
Reviewed on 29 Nov 2025
IntercityHotel Hamburg Hauptbahnhof
Easy check-in procedure. Friendly and helpful staff and a very nice, clean and quiet room. Would have been nice if the room was equipped with a kettle and some instant coffee/tea for the evening, since the hotel's restaurant is only open for breakfast.
Reviewed on 30 Nov 2025
Adina Apartment Hotel Hamburg Speicherstadt
Nice hotel for a one night work trip
Reviewed on 29 Nov 2025
Barceló Hamburg
Clean room and great location
Reviewed on 1 Dec 2025
The Nikolai Hotel Hamburg, Leonardo Limited Edition
smart and elegant surroundings, we got what we paid for
Reviewed on 22 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Altstadt Hamburg
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.
Speicherstadt
Speicherstadt is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Hamburg Dungeon and Miniatur Wunderland.
Neustadt
Known for its abundant dining options and waterfront views, there's plenty to explore in Neustadt. Top attractions like Laeiszhalle and Neuer Wall are major draws, and you can catch the metro at Stadthausbrücke S-Bahn or Gaensemarkt U-Bahn to see more of the city.
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.
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.
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.
