Blick durch die Alsterarkaden auf das Hamburger Rathaus mit grünem Kupferdach und Turm bei Tageslicht
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Altstadt & Neustadt

CITY AREA PORTRAIT Welcome to Altstadt & Neustadt

The Old Town and New Town are true jewels of Hamburg. The historic centre of the old town is characterised by many traditional buildings such as the Hamburg Town Hall and the Chamber of Commerce, as well as alleys and bridges that extend as far as HafenCity. In the Neustadt between Laeiszhalle and Jungfernstieg you will find elegant promenades with famous fashion designers and gallery owners - with a view of the Alster.

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    Hamburg Michel St. Michaelis Kirche

    Hamburg has many large churches - but only one "Michel": On its platform 106 metres high, there is a fabulous (and breezy) view of Hamburg, the port and the surrounding countryside - one that should not be missed!

    St. Michaelis Kirche
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    Impressive architecture. The pride of Hamburg. Hamburg Town Hall

    Unusually ostentatious for Hanseatic taste: The imposing Hamburg Town Hall.

    Hamburg Town Hall
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    Historic Hamburg Deichstraße

    Construction on the offices and residencies on Deichstraße began in the 17th century. Today, the old merchant’s street is the home of many fine restaurants and pubs.

    Deichstraße
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    Museum and observation tower Mahnmal St. Nikolai

    At the ruins of the former main church of St. Nikolai, you can immerse yourself in Hamburg's history. During the heavy air raids on Hamburg in the summer of 1943, St. Nikolai was largely destroyed. Today, the ruins are a place of remembrance for the…

    Mahnmal St. Nikolai
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    Stroll and feast with holiday flair Wochenmarkt Großneumarkt

    Located on one of the most beautiful weekly markets in Hamburg right in the city centre, you can stroll with a view of the Michel and feast on what it has to offer. Every Wednesday and Saturday the Großneumarkt becomes a Mediterranean wonder.

    Wochenmarkt Großneumarkt
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Pastor Frank Engelbrecht auf Brücke in Hamburg mit Blick auf Hauptkirche St. Katharinen und moderne Architektur
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One day in Altstadt & Neustadt

On one side is the historic centre of the old town with Hamburg City Hall and the Chamber of Commerce, the narrow streets and bridges that stretch all the way to HafenCity. On the other side is the sophisticated Neustadt district between Laeiszhalle and Jungfernstieg with its elegant promenades, fashion designers and gallery owners.

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  • 400 Jahre Reeperbahn - Teil 1
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    400 Jahre Reeperbahn - Teil 1 City Walks

    • 15.11.2026
    • 11:00
    • Museum für Hamburgische Geschichte
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  • Cascadas

    Alma Cojo Concerts & Music

    • 14.11.2026
    • 20:15
    • Cascadas
    To event
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    Der blaue Saphir - Kellertheater Theatre & Stage Art

    • 14.11.2026
    • 15:00
    • Kellertheater
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  • Öffentliche Führung
    © Modernisiertes Eingangsportal am Gründungsbau Hamburger Kunsthalle, Foto: Ralf Suerbaum

    Familienzeit - Ausstellung: Sammlung Other

    • 14.11.2026
    • 11:00
    • Hamburger Kunsthalle
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  • Öffentliche Führung
    © Modernisiertes Eingangsportal am Gründungsbau Hamburger Kunsthalle, Foto: Ralf Suerbaum

    Familienzeit - Ausstellung: Sammlung Other

    • 14.11.2026
    • 13:15
    • Hamburger Kunsthalle
    To event
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    Nationwide climate strike 13.11. – Fridays for Future protest

    • 13.11.2026
    • 15:00
    • Ballindamm
    To event
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    © Johanna Gandl

    respekt* Festival 2026

    • 13.11.2026
    • 16:00
    • Fabrique im Gängeviertel
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    SCHNACK Open Air Stand-Up Comedy ALLSTARS im ADINA Michel Theatre & Stage Art

    • 13.11.2026
    • 20:00
    • Adina Apartment Hotel Hamburg Michel
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    Tunnelblick-Tour City Walks

    • 12.11.2026
    • 10:00
    • Treffpunkt: Hauptkirche St. Petri (Hauptportal)
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    Weihnachtsmarkt an der St. Petri Kirche Christmas Markets

    • 18.11.2026
    • 11:00
    • Hauptkirche St. Petri
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    Weihnachtsmarkt Spitalerstraße Christmas Markets

    • 18.11.2026
    • 11:00
    • Spitalerstraße Hamburg
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    Weihnachtsmarkt Winterwald Hamburg Christmas Markets

    • 18.11.2026
    • 11:00
    • Gerhart-Hauptmann-Platz
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  • Schwedischer Weihnachtsmarkt
    © Margareta Schirmacher

    WELCOME TO THE SWEDISH CHRISTMAS MARKET Christmas Markets

    • 13.11.2026
    • 12:00
    • Hamburger Seemannskirchen
    To event
  • Wochenmarkt auf dem Großneumarkt
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    Wochenmarkt auf dem Großneumarkt Farmer's Markets

    • 11.11.2026
    • 08:30
    • Großneumarkt
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SHOPPING, EATING, DRINKING Discover restaurants & shops

Die Altstadt und Neustadt sind das Herz Hamburgs. Dieses unvergleichbare Flair der ehrwürdigen Hansestadt können sie nicht nur am Rathaus oder an der St. Michaelis Kirche spüren sondern auch in die vielen Restaurants, Cafés und Geschäften.
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Atelier Zippel Überseebrücke

High-quality maritime gift and souvenir items are the specialities of the Atelier Zippel.

Atelier Zippel Überseebrücke

Atelier Zippel Überseebrücke

Auf der Überseebrücke /Vorsetzen
20459 Hamburg

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Better Burger Company
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Better Burger Company

  • Restaurant
  • Meat
  • American
  • Hamburg originals
  • €€€

There are only three reasons to visit the Better Burger Company: Burger, fries and a hip atmosphere in a central city location.

Better Burger Company

Better Burger Company

Rosenstrasse / Gertrudenkirchhof
20095 Hamburg

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Blue de Gêne
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Blue de Gênes

Renowned Danish denim label Blue de Gênes has a store in the centre of Hamburg – you’ll find it in Kaiser-Wilhelm-Strasse.

Blue de Gênes

Blue de Gênes

Kaiser-Wilhelm-Straße 47
20355 Hamburg

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Boutique de la Mer

Breton fashion for the whole family is offered in the old office block directly on the Nicolaifleet canal.

Boutique de la Mer

Boutique de la Mer

Deichstraße 39
20459 Hamburg-Altstadt

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Braun Hamburg

Braun Hamburg

Traditional house with a nose for trends

Braun Hamburg

Braun Hamburg

Mönckebergstraße 17
20095 Hamburg

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Buchhandlung Blattgold Ladenansicht
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Buchhandlung Blattgold

At the Buchhandlung Blattgold you will find a handpicked selection of books for all ages and every situation in life, as well as wonderful gifts for book lovers. From time to time there are also readings and other events.

Buchhandlung Blattgold

Buchhandlung Blattgold

Wexstraße 28
20355 Hamburg

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Magellan-Terassen in der HafenCity
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Between urban style & historical Flair

Sustainable highlights

Be inspired by the contrasts between the urban style of the new HafenCity and the historical flair of the old town and go on a "green" voyage of discovery. You can expect a holistic city concept with proximity to the Elbe, many sights such as the Elbphilharmonie and opportunities for sustainable shopping.

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CITY AREA PORTRAIT Altona & Ottensen

For strolling, having a coffee, taking a walk or having some delicious food – situated directly at the Elbe and traversed by parks, Altona & Ottensen are considered to be charming and diverse districts with character. Brick walls create a rather rough atmosphere in Altona, while it is lively and colourful in Ottensen.

Altona & Ottensen
Belebte Lange Reihe in Hamburg-St. Georg bei Sonnenschein mit Passant:innen, Bäumen und Caféterrassen
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CITY AREA PORTRAIT St. Georg

Welcome to St. Georg, a borough full of contrasts. Located just behind Hamburg main railway station, it is colourful, multicultural, stylish and hip all the way up to the Alster.

St. Georg
Gründerzeitfassade in Hamburg-Eppendorf im Abendlicht vor herbstlich gefärbten Bäumen und blauem Himmel
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CITY AREA PORTRAIT Eimsbüttel & Eppendorf

Here, one can find magnificent old building façades, local and exquisite restaurants as well as fancy boutiques and owner-operated shops. While Eppendorf is rather fancy, one can feel the hanseatic serenity in Eimsbüttel. Both districts offer much green and water and are hence with good reason very popular neighbourhoods in Hamburg.

Eimsbüttel & Eppendorf
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