Ottensen Travel Guide
Hamburg
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
This miniature world and model railway takes visitors through Scandinavia, Austria, Switzerland and the U.S. It is one of the most popular attractions in Germany.
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.
Hagenbeck Zoo
The world’s first cageless zoo features animals, an aquarium and a leisure park with hiking trails. See birds fly freely and penguins in their natural habitat.
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.
Things to do
Hamburg Discovery: Bus Tour with Harbor & Alster Lake Cruise
Hamburg: International Maritime Museum Entrance Ticket
Hamburg: St. Pauli District and Beer Tour
Hamburg: Line C Sightseeing Tour Hop On Hop Off and Harbor Cruise
Top hotels in Ottensen
Hotel Fürst Bismarck
Friendly staff
Reviewed on 19 Feb 2026
HYPERION Hotel Hamburg
Very good hotel. spacious room with good amenities. Very good breakfast. Good location within walking distance from main railway stain.
Reviewed on 14 Mar 2026
Reichshof Hotel Hamburg
Great hotel in great location. Wecoming and effiecient staff. Good sized room (kingsize double) with comfy beds and large shower room. Loved the wash items - soap, shampoo, conditioner, shower gel and body lotion. Really good buffet breakfast with great hot and cold selection and served for a long ...
Reviewed on 16 Mar 2026
Scandic Hamburg Emporio
All good and no issues. As expected but nothing outstanding
Reviewed on 7 Mar 2026
Prize by Radisson, Hamburg St. Pauli
Room was clean when we arrived but der only clean after 3 days of staying.was a hustle to get clean towels everyday,ended up reusing towels coz we never got clean ones.close to Central and restaurants in the near
Reviewed on 16 Mar 2026
ARCOTEL Onyx Hamburg
Hotel is modern and clean, it is on a convenient location near two subway stations with direct links to main train station and airport. The rooms are spacious and quiet despite the vicinity to the Reeperbahn.
Reviewed on 12 Mar 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.
Eimsbuettel
You might enjoy the spas while in Eimsbuettel. Am Rothenbaum 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.
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.
