Things to do / Links

NAMEAREATYPEABOUTLINK
Café KoppelSt. GeorgCAFECozy café with art exhibitionsCafé Koppel
OberhafenkantineHafenCityFOODHistoric canteen with traditional dishesOberhafenkantine
Karo FischKarolinenviertelFOODFresh fish and seafoodKaro Fisch
GängeviertelNeustadtGALLERYCultural and art centerGängeviertel
Kunstverein HamburgAltstadtGALLERYContemporary art exhibitionsKunstverein Hamburg
ZuckermonarchieSt. PauliFOODStylish café with pastriesZuckermonarchie
KatzeSternschanzeBARPopular bar with a lively atmosphereKatze
Central CongressSternschanzeBARCraft beer bar with a great selectionCentral Congress
WunderbarSt. PauliBARFun LGBTQ+ barWunderbar
HafenklangAltonaBAR / CLUBLive music venue with eclectic actsHafenklang
Luba LuftSternschanzeBARBar with vintage decorLuba Luft
ElbgoldSternschanzeCAFESpecialty coffee roasteryElbgold
Altes MädchenSternschanzeBAR / FOODCraft beer and German cuisineAltes Mädchen
MutterSt. PauliBARIconic bar with a rock’n’roll vibeMutter
DockvilleWilhelmsburgFESTIVALAnnual music and art festivalDockville
StrandPauliSt. PauliBEACH BARBeach bar with a relaxed atmosphereStrandPauli
Frau MöllerSt. GeorgBAR / FOODTraditional German pubFrau Möller
KometSt. PauliBARAlternative bar with diverse musicKomet
GoldfischglasSternschanzeBARStylish cocktail barGoldfischglas
MolotowSt. PauliBAR / CLUBLegendary club with live musicMolotow
FischmarktAltonaMARKETHistoric fish market open every SundayFischmarkt
ElbphilharmonieHafenCityVENUEConcert hall with stunning architectureElbphilharmonie
Frau HolleOttensenCAFECozy café with homemade cakesFrau Holle
Erikas EckSt. PauliFOODLate-night eatery with hearty German fareErikas Eck
MamaliciousSternschanzeFOODAmerican diner with vegan optionsMamalicious
Saal IISt. PauliBARClassic dive barSaal II
Bar RossiSternschanzeBARCozy bar with eclectic musicBar Rossi
Le FonqueSt. PauliBAR / CLUBFunky bar with live DJ setsLe Fonque
FeuersteinSt. GeorgFOODPizzeria and barFeuerstein
Kleines PhiSternschanzeBARCraft cocktails and chill atmosphereKleines Phi
Yearly Festivals in Hamburg
Hamburg DOM
When: March, July, November (three times a year)
What: Northern Germany’s biggest funfair, featuring rides, games, food stalls, and fireworks.
More Info: Hamburg DOM
Hafengeburtstag (Port Anniversary)
When: May
What: Celebrates the anniversary of the Port of Hamburg with a large maritime festival including ship parades, fireworks, and music.
More Info: Hafengeburtstag
Elbjazz Festival
When: June
What: A major jazz festival held at various venues around the Port of Hamburg, featuring international jazz musicians.
More Info: Elbjazz Festival
Reeperbahn Festival
When: September
What: Europe’s largest club festival, featuring concerts, art, and conferences focused on the music industry.
More Info: Reeperbahn Festival
Alstervergnügen
When: August
What: A summer festival held around the Alster Lake, featuring food stalls, live music, and fireworks.
More Info: Alstervergnügen
Hamburg International Short Film Festival
When: June
What: Showcases short films from around the world, including competitions and special programs.
More Info: Short Film Festival
Hamburg Cruise Days
When: Biennially in September
What: Celebrates the city’s maritime heritage with a parade of cruise ships, fireworks, and themed events.
More Info: Hamburg Cruise Days
St. Pauli Christmas Market
When: December
What: A unique Christmas market in the St. Pauli district, known for its alternative and eclectic vibe.
More Info: St. Pauli Christmas Market