Discover the Enchanting Speicherstadt: Hamburg's Historic Warehouse District
Explore Speicherstadt, Hamburg's enchanting UNESCO World Heritage site, where historic warehouses meet scenic canals and cultural treasures await.
Speicherstadt, a UNESCO World Heritage site, is a captivating blend of history and culture in Hamburg. Famous for its stunning red-brick warehouses, this district enchants tourists with its waterways, bridges, and unique atmosphere. Explore museums, cafes, and shops nestled among the picturesque canals, making it a must-visit destination for all travelers.
A brief summary to Speicherstadt
- Alter Wandrahm 4, Hamburg, Hamburg-Mitte, 20457, DE
- +4940688757600
- Visit website
- Monday 12 am-12 am
- Tuesday 12 am-12 am
- Wednesday 12 am-12 am
- Thursday 12 am-12 am
- Friday 12 am-12 am
- Saturday 12 am-12 am
- Sunday 12 am-12 am
Local tips
- Visit during the golden hour for stunning photography opportunities with the sunset reflecting off the canals.
- Take a guided boat tour to fully appreciate the beauty of the district from the water.
- Don’t forget to explore the local cafes, especially those serving traditional Hamburg dishes and sweets.
- Check out the events calendar for any festivals or special exhibitions happening in the area.
Getting There
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Walking
From the heart of Altstadt, start at the historic Town Hall (Rathaus) located at Rathausmarkt. Head east towards the street 'Gerhart-Hauptmann-Platz' and continue to 'Bergstraße'. Turn left onto 'Bergstraße' and walk straight until you reach 'Kleine Alster'. You will see the picturesque canals and waterfront. Follow the waterway, and you will eventually see signs directing you towards Speicherstadt. Continue walking along 'Alter Wandrahm', and you will arrive at Speicherstadt, located at Alter Wandrahm 4.
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Public Transport - Bus
If you prefer a faster option, you can take bus line 6 from 'Rathausmarkt' bus stop. Board the bus in the direction of 'Hauptbahnhof'. After 2 stops, get off at 'Bakerstraße'. From there, it’s a short 10-minute walk. Head southwest on 'Bakerstraße' towards 'Alter Wandrahm'. Follow 'Alter Wandrahm' until you reach Speicherstadt at Alter Wandrahm 4. Note that a single bus ticket costs approximately €3.40.
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Public Transport - U-Bahn
Another option is to take the U-Bahn. From 'Rathaus' station (U2 line), travel towards 'Sankelmark'. Change at 'Jungfernstieg' to U1 line towards 'Ohlstedt'. Get off at 'HafenCity Universität' station. After exiting the station, follow the signs towards 'Speicherstadt'. It's about a 15-minute walk from there. The cost for a U-Bahn ticket is also around €3.40.
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Iconic landmarks you can’t miss
Kornhausbrücke
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Kleines Leuchtfeuer
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Archaeoscope Hammaburg
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Hulbe house
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St. Peter's Church
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Gerhart Hauptmann Square
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Kibbelstegbrücke
0.6 km
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Brooksfleet
0.7 km
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Trostbrücke
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St. Nikolai Museum
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Heinrich Heine Monument
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Rathausmarkt
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Hygieia Fountain
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Old Boiler House
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Brooksbrücke
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Unmissable attractions to see
Chile House
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Deichtorhallen
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International Maritime Museum Hamburg
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Ship propeller
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Genuss Speicher
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Klaus Störtebeker
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Lohsepark
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Panoramablick Elbarkaden
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Magdeburg Harbour
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St. Catherine Church
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Überseeboulevard
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Bishop's Tower
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Mönckeberg fountain
0.6 km
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Original Hamburg Walks
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Magellan Terraces
0.7 km
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Essential places to dine
Schönes Leben Speicherstadt
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Erdapfel Hamburg
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Restaurant Im Sprinkenhof
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HAMBURG IM SÜDEN
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Restaurant Perle
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Kornhauskeller
0.4 km
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The Table
0.4 km
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NENI Hamburg
0.5 km
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KITCHENS Restaurant & Bar
0.5 km
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heimat restaurant
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Restaurant Brook
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Tschebull Restaurant|Beisl|Bar
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Restaurante Español Picasso
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Le Plat du Jour
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mama trattoria Hamburg Hafencity
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Markets, malls and hidden boutiques
Modekontor Wortmann
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Shop des Maritimen Museums
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Fashion Cloud
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Designed by UL
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Speicher & Consorten
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Kunsthaus Hamburg Shop
0.5 km
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ARTINTECTURE
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25Things Shop
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Levantehaus
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GALERIA Hamburg Mönckebergstraße
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Elbenwald
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Roots Showroom
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Europa Passage
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Vintage & Rags
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Essential bars & hidden hideouts
Kumpin
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Liquid Garden - Cocktailbar
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Club 20457
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Central Congress
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The Boilerman Bar Hafenamt
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Three Fingers Bar
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MOON 46
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Gugu Bar
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Ba Nomu | Bar
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Paddy's Bar
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Le Lion • Bar de Paris
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Irish Pub in the Fleetenkieker
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Puzzle Bar
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Ilohh - Die Bar am Ende der Welt
0.8 km
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BAR11
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