Popular places to visit
Harbour Museum Oevelgoenne
You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Harbour Museum Oevelgoenne in Hamburg. Amble around this culturally rich area's waterfront or experience its fascinating museums.
Miniatur Wunderland
Wander through some of the most amazing attractions from around the world, and all in just a couple of hours!
Reeperbahn
During your visit to Hamburg, you can enjoy retail therapy at Reeperbahn. While you're here, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
Volksparkstadion
Catch an event at Volksparkstadion during your trip to Hamburg. Discover the fascinating museums and shops in this culturally rich area.
Elbe Philharmonic Hall
Get tickets for a show at Elbe Philharmonic Hall, a theatre with a story to tell in Hamburg. Discover the fascinating museums and shops in this culturally rich area.
Hagenbeck Zoo
This groundbreaking zoo was the first in the world to dispense with cages, and is sure to delight young and old alike.
Activities
Hamburg: Line A Hop-On Hop-Off Sightseeing Tour
Hamburg: Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour Family Ticket
Hamburg: International Maritime Museum Entrance Ticket
Our pick of the best Ottensen Hotel Deals
Prize by Radisson, Hamburg City
Excellent hotel for the price. The only problem is you need to pay extra if you want your room cleaned every day.
Reviewed on 1 Nov 2025
Reichshof Hotel Hamburg
Such a great place to stay. Location was great, staff where amazing. Will be back to stay here.
Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026
The Cloud One Hamburg - Kontorhaus
Yes. Very high standard of accommodation. Comfortable bed, and convenient parking underground. Staff very courteous and helpful. Location very well placed for access to Hamburg highlights.
Reviewed on 13 Jan 2026
Prize by Radisson, Hamburg St. Pauli
Great clean warm room heated floor in bathroom is great. Staff all friendly and professional
Reviewed on 1 Dec 2025
JUFA Hotel Hamburg HafenCity
Spacious and clean room, cot was provided. Very friendly staff! Great play areas for kids. Sadly the restaurant, Das Kulinarium, was closed and their own buffet could be improved on. Overall we had a really nice stay!
Reviewed on 4 Jan 2026
Radisson Blu Hotel, Hamburg Airport
Friendly. Easy access to the airport. Clean.
Reviewed on 13 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Ottensen
Altona-Altstadt
Well liked for its waterfront and historical sites, Altona-Altstadt is worth a visit. Check out the variety of things to see and do like U-Boat U-434 Museum and Fish Market, and jump on the metro at Königstraße S-Bahn to get around the city.
Saint Pauli
Known for its ample dining options and captivating waterfront views, there's plenty to explore in Saint Pauli. You can visit top attractions like Millerntor Stadium and Operettenhaus, and jump on the metro at Feldstraße Station or Feldstrasse U-Bahn to see more of the city.
Steinwerder
Travellers like the theatres in Steinwerder, and Theater im Hafen is a top attraction you might want to visit.
Eimsbuettel
You might enjoy the spas while in Eimsbuettel. NDR Elbphilharmonie Orchestra is a notable sight, and you can get around town at Osterstrasse U-Bahn or Emilienstrasse U-Bahn to see more of the city.
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.
Altona
Spend some time visiting places like Trabrennbahn Hamburg Bahrenfeld while getting to know Altona, and be sure to check out the abundant dining options. You can hop aboard the metro at Othmarschen S-Bahn or Klein Flottbek S-Bahn to see more of the area.
