Hamburg
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Descubre Hamburg desde el mar con excursiones portuarias diseñadas para cruceristas.

City
Port of call
4 days
Germany
City: Hamburg

Hamburg, Germany's second largest city, is a vibrant and sophisticated metropolis defined by water. Known as 'The Gate to the World' for its gigantic harbour, the city is crisscrossed by a network of canals and dominated by Lake Alster at its heart. From the historic Speicherstadt (warehouse city) and modern HafenCity with its iconic Elbphilharmonie, to the legendary nightlife of the Reeperbahn and alternative neighborhoods, Hamburg combines its Hanseatic pride with cosmopolitan energy and undeniable maritime charm.

Recommended stay: 4 days
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What to do in Hamburg from the port

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Port
Hamburg Cruise Center HafenCity
Shuttle
Bus 111 or U-Bahn U4
Al centro
15 min
Coste
€3.60 single ticket
Drop-off
Landungsbrücken / Hauptbahnhof Süd

Follow the signs for U-Bahn HafenCity Universität.

Timed itineraries

Hamburg Express - Stopover 4 hours

Express itinerary: Speicherstadt, HafenCity, Landungsbrücken and Fischbrötchen.

very easyBuffer 60 min
  1. 1🚎 Bus/U-Bahn a Speicherstadt (15m)
  2. 2🚶 Speicherstadt and Deichstrasse (60m)
  3. 3🚋 Panoramic ferry (30m)
  4. 4🍴 Fishbrötchen in Landungsbrücken (30m)
  5. 5🚎 Return to the port (15m)
Indicative budget
Budget
€15-25
  • transport€3.60
  • food€4-6
  • activities€0
  • souvenirsoptional
Mid-range
€30-45
  • transport€7.20
  • food€12-18
  • activities€0
  • souvenirs€5-10

Safety and timing

  • Keep an eye on belongings in Landungsbrücken and stations.
  • Confirm boarding time to the information bulletin.
  • Changing weather: bring a sturdy jacket.

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Bus/U-Bahn €3.60 on HVV, taxi €15-20.

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Excursiones

Day Trips

Lubeck

The 'Queen of Hansa'. Its medieval old town, surrounded by water, is a World Heritage Site and famous for its Gothic brick architecture, Holstentor Gate and marzipan.

Bremen

Another proud Hanseatic City, famous for the tale of the 'Bremen Musicians', its market square (UNESCO) and the charming medieval quarter of Schnoor.

Lüneburg

A beautiful medieval town that prospered from the salt trade and survived the war undamaged. Its historic center is full of brick houses and a charming atmosphere.

Altes Land

The largest fruit growing region in Central Europe, just outside Hamburg. Especially beautiful during the flowering of the cherry and apple trees in spring.

Ratings

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Safety

82

A very safe city in general. Standard precautions for a large port city apply, especially at night in certain areas.

Low crime rates in most neighborhoods.Very safe to walk during the day.
The Reeperbahn and the main station area (Hauptbahnhof) require extra caution at night due to drunkenness and pickpockets.The St. Georg neighborhood can also be troublesome on some streets at night.

Cleanliness

90

Very clean and well maintained, reflecting the civic pride of its inhabitants.

The city center, parks and lakes are immaculate.Public transportation is very clean.High efficiency in cleaning services.
The Reeperbahn area can be very dirty on weekend mornings.
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Tips for Cruise

Cross the Old Elbe Tunnel

Don't just see it from above. Go down the historic elevators and cross the Alter Elbtunnel on foot. The views of the skyline from the other side (Steinwerder) are spectacular and free.

Explore the Treppenviertel in Blankenese

Take an S-Bahn to Blankenese and get lost in the 'stairs district' (Treppenviertel). A labyrinth of alleys and stairs that go down the hill to the river, with dream houses and a Mediterranean atmosphere.

Hanseatic Reserve

Hamburgers may seem distant at first, it's part of Hanseatic culture. It is not coldness, but a form of respect and formality.

Tips ('Trinkgeld')

It is customary to leave a tip of between 5% and 10% in restaurants, or round up the bill, if the service has been good. Simply tell the total amount you want to pay to the waiter.

Tap Water

The tap water is of excellent quality and can be drunk without any problem.

Be careful on the Reeperbahn

The area is safe, but at night it attracts all kinds of people. Keep an eye on your belongings, don't get carried away by scammers and avoid side streets if you're alone. Herbertstraße is only for men over 18 years old.

Attention to Pickpockets

As in any big city, beware of pickpockets in busy places such as the central station, Fischmarkt or public transport.

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Region
Ciudad Libre y Hanseática de Hamburgo

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