Schanzenviertel Travel Guide
Hamburg
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Popular places to visit
Volksparkstadion
Catch an event at Volksparkstadion during your trip to Hamburg. Discover the fascinating museums and shops in this culturally rich area.
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.
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.
St. Pauli Piers
Explore the waterfront in Hamburg with a trip to St. Pauli Piers. Discover the area's fascinating museums and shops.
Things to do
Hamburg: St. Pauli District and Beer Tour
Die Kiez-Kapitän Reeperbahn & Beatles Kieztour Hamburg
Hamburg: International Maritime Museum Entrance Ticket
Top hotels in Schanzenviertel
HYPERION Hotel Hamburg
Extremely helpful and friendly reception staff. Hotel is close to Hamburg HbF. Nice rooms.
Reviewed on 19 Nov 2025
Steigenberger Hotel Hamburg
Huge room just for me! Stream to TV, great breakfast, great bar! I asked to open my wine for the room and they gave me stemmed glasses and a huge bowl of nuts and crackers. Lovely service, very clean and modern room
Reviewed on 7 Feb 2026
The Cloud One Hamburg - Kontorhaus
Friendly staff
Reviewed on 8 Feb 2026
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
Clean and the bed was super comfortable! Lovely lobby and bar. An egg over easy - 1st success in Germany!
Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026
Radisson Blu Hotel, Hamburg Airport
clean rooms, very good breakfast, friendly staff, very close to airport terminal, coffee in the morning could be better though
Reviewed on 8 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Schanzenviertel
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. Hagenbeck Zoo is a notable sight, and you can get around town at Osterstrasse U-Bahn or Emilienstrasse U-Bahn to see more of the city.
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.
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.
Rotherbaum
Shopping, restaurants and spas highlight some notable features of Rotherbaum. Make a stop by Alster Lakes or Am Rothenbaum while you're visiting, and jump aboard the metro at Dammtor S-Bahn or Hallerstrasse U-Bahn to get around town.
Hamburg City Center
Hamburg City Hall and Neuer Wall 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.
