Snapshot
Germany at a glance
- Capital
- Berlin
- Population
- 83,491,249
- Area
- 21,116 km²
- Calling code
- +49
- Power
- 230 V / 50 Hz
- Plug types
- C, F
- Schengen
- Schengen member
- Tap water
- Generally safe
- Passport rank
- View mobility score and coverage
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Explore Hamburg
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Explore mapped places within 5 km of Hamburg. Hours and access are shown only when recorded.
15 places to explore. More places may be available in the city.

St. Mary's Cathedral, Hamburg is one option for your time in Hamburg. Open the map pin, check visitor access and decide where it fits in your day.
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St. Nicholas Church, Hamburg is one option for your time in Hamburg. Open the map pin, check visitor access and decide where it fits in your day.
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Church of Saint Peter, Hamburg is one option for your time in Hamburg. Open the map pin, check visitor access and decide where it fits in your day.
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St. James' Church, Hamburg is one option for your time in Hamburg. Open the map pin, check visitor access and decide where it fits in your day.
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St. Catherine's Church, Hamburg is one option for your time in Hamburg. Open the map pin, check visitor access and decide where it fits in your day.
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Prototype Museum (Hamburg) is one option for your time in Hamburg. Check exhibition times before setting aside a museum stop.
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Bishop's Tower is one option for your time in Hamburg. Open the map pin, check visitor access and decide where it fits in your day.
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Hamburger Kunsthalle is one option for your time in Hamburg. Open the map pin, check visitor access and decide where it fits in your day.
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Thalia Theater (Hamburg) is one option for your time in Hamburg. Open the map pin, check visitor access and decide where it fits in your day.
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Deutsches Schauspielhaus is one option for your time in Hamburg. Open the map pin, check visitor access and decide where it fits in your day.
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Ohnsorg-Theater is one option for your time in Hamburg. Open the map pin, check visitor access and decide where it fits in your day.
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Deichtorhallen is one option for your time in Hamburg. Open the map pin, check visitor access and decide where it fits in your day.
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Hansa-Theater (Hamburg) is one option for your time in Hamburg. Open the map pin, check visitor access and decide where it fits in your day.
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Rathausmarkt is one option for your time in Hamburg. Open the map pin, check visitor access and decide where it fits in your day.
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Gerhart-Hauptmann-Platz is one option for your time in Hamburg. Open the map pin, check visitor access and decide where it fits in your day.
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Arrive with a little context
8.9 km from the city centre · straight line
Compare scheduled-service airports near Hamburg. Distances are measured in a straight line; your journey by road or public transport will be longer.
Live flight times are not available here yet. Check the airport’s official board before travelling.
HAM airport information ↗| Airport | IATA | Distance to city | Plan the next step |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hamburg Helmut Schmidt Airport | HAM | 8.9 km | Airport website ↗ |
| Lübeck Blankensee Airport | LBC | 55.6 km | Airport website ↗ |
| Sea-Airport Cuxhaven/Nordholz / Nordholz Naval Airbase | FCN | 91.1 km | Airport website ↗ |
| Bremen Airport | BRE | 97.7 km | Airport website ↗ |
| Heide-Büsum Airport | HEI | 98.0 km | Airport website ↗ |
| Hannover Airport | HAJ | 122.9 km | Airport website ↗ |
OurAirports · Public Domain. Airport transfer tool →
Hamburg · EDDH
10663 × 150 ft
ASP12028 × 150 ft
ASPLübeck · EDHL
6896 × 197 ft
ASPWurster Nordseeküste · ETMN
8002 × 148 ft
CONBremen · EDDW
2297 × 75 ft
ASP8642 × 148 ft
ASPOesterdeichstrich · EDXB
2362 × 76 ft
ASPHALTHannover · EDDV
2548 × 75 ft
ASP12434 × 148 ft
CON7677 × 148 ft
CONTravel reference only; not for aviation navigation.
Get around with confidence
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Explore the mapped bus, rail, metro, tram and ferry lines serving Hamburg. Available modes depend on the local network. Check today’s departures and tickets with the operator.
Keep exploring
Browse 15 ideas for Hamburg — from things to see and do to food and places to stay. Check current details before booking or visiting.

St. Mary's Cathedral, Hamburg is one option for your time in Hamburg. Open the map pin, check visitor access and decide where it fits in your day.

St. Nicholas Church, Hamburg is one option for your time in Hamburg. Open the map pin, check visitor access and decide where it fits in your day.

Church of Saint Peter, Hamburg is one option for your time in Hamburg. Open the map pin, check visitor access and decide where it fits in your day.

St. James' Church, Hamburg is one option for your time in Hamburg. Open the map pin, check visitor access and decide where it fits in your day.

St. Catherine's Church, Hamburg is one option for your time in Hamburg. Open the map pin, check visitor access and decide where it fits in your day.

Prototype Museum (Hamburg) is one option for your time in Hamburg. Check exhibition times before setting aside a museum stop.

Bishop's Tower is one option for your time in Hamburg. Open the map pin, check visitor access and decide where it fits in your day.

Hamburger Kunsthalle is one option for your time in Hamburg. Open the map pin, check visitor access and decide where it fits in your day.

Thalia Theater (Hamburg) is one option for your time in Hamburg. Open the map pin, check visitor access and decide where it fits in your day.

Deutsches Schauspielhaus is one option for your time in Hamburg. Open the map pin, check visitor access and decide where it fits in your day.

Ohnsorg-Theater is one option for your time in Hamburg. Open the map pin, check visitor access and decide where it fits in your day.

Deichtorhallen is one option for your time in Hamburg. Open the map pin, check visitor access and decide where it fits in your day.

Hansa-Theater (Hamburg) is one option for your time in Hamburg. Open the map pin, check visitor access and decide where it fits in your day.

Rathausmarkt is one option for your time in Hamburg. Open the map pin, check visitor access and decide where it fits in your day.

Gerhart-Hauptmann-Platz is one option for your time in Hamburg. Open the map pin, check visitor access and decide where it fits in your day.
Trip notes are written for MyTripTools from place names, categories and mapped details. Use “Find more” above for nearby food and stays. Maps and supplemental place details: OpenStreetMap contributors · ODbL. Check details with the venue.
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