Baakenhafen: The Heart of Hamburg's Modern Waterfront
Discover Baakenhafen, Hamburg's stunning waterfront with modern architecture, local cuisine, and breathtaking views along the Elbe River.
Baakenhafen, a stunning harbor area in Hamburg, invites tourists to experience the seamless blend of modern architecture and serene waterfront views. Explore the vibrant atmosphere, indulge in local cuisine, and enjoy leisurely strolls along the scenic paths, all while soaking in the unique maritime culture of this dynamic city.
A brief summary to Baakenhafen
- Hamburg, Hamburg-Mitte, DE
- Visit website
Local tips
- Visit during sunset for the most picturesque views and a perfect backdrop for photography.
- Check the local events calendar for festivals and cultural performances happening at Baakenhafen.
- Consider renting a bike to explore the area and nearby attractions more efficiently.
- Try the local seafood dishes at one of the waterfront restaurants for an authentic Hamburg experience.
Getting There
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Public Transport
If you're starting from Hamburg Hauptbahnhof (the main train station), take the S-Bahn line S3 or S31 towards Elbbrücken. Get off at the stop 'Elbbrücken', which is about a 10-minute ride. Upon exiting the station, head towards the Baakenhafen area, following the signs for Hafencity. It will take you about 10 minutes to walk to Baakenhafen from the station.
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Walking
If you're near the historic Speicherstadt district, Baakenhafen is a pleasant 20-minute walk away. Head south towards the Elbphilharmonie, then follow the waterfront along the canal. Keep walking until you reach the Baakenhafen area, which is easily identifiable by its modern architecture and waterfront views.
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Bus
From the city center, you can take bus number 111 from the bus stop 'Jungfernstieg' towards 'Fischmarkt'. Get off at 'Baakenhafen' bus stop. It's a short walk to the waterfront from there. The bus ride takes about 15 minutes.
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Iconic landmarks you can’t miss
International Maritime Museum
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Kleines Leuchtfeuer
1.0 km
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Kornhausbrücke
1.3 km
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Brooksfleet
1.4 km
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Old Boiler House
1.5 km
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Archaeoscope Hammaburg
1.5 km
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Miniatur Wunderland
1.6 km
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Mönckeberg fountain
1.6 km
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Hulbe house
1.6 km
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St. Peter's Church
1.6 km
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Gerhart Hauptmann Square
1.6 km
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Speicherstadtmuseum
1.7 km
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Trostbrücke
1.7 km
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Mattentwiete 2
1.7 km
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St. Nikolai Museum
1.7 km
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Unmissable attractions to see
HafenCity Aussichtspunkt
0.2 km
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HafenCity
0.4 km
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Lighthouse Zero
0.5 km
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Denkmal Hannoverscher Bahnhof
0.5 km
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Lohsepark
0.6 km
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Baakenkai
0.6 km
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Magdeburger Hafen
0.8 km
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Car Museum Prototyp
0.8 km
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Panoramablick Elbarkaden
0.8 km
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Magdeburg Harbour
0.9 km
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Ship propeller
0.9 km
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OSAKA 9 HafenCity sustainability pavilion
0.9 km
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International Maritime Museum Hamburg
0.9 km
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Störtebeker Ufer
1.0 km
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Klaus Störtebeker
1.0 km
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Essential places to dine
The Table
0.7 km
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HAMBURG IM SÜDEN
0.9 km
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heimat restaurant
0.9 km
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NENI Hamburg
0.9 km
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KITCHENS Restaurant & Bar
1.2 km
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Schönes Leben Speicherstadt
1.2 km
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Goa HafenCity Indisches Restaurant
1.2 km
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coast by east Hamburg
1.2 km
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Sala Thai Restaurant
1.2 km
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Restaurant Im Sprinkenhof
1.2 km
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mama trattoria Hamburg Hafencity
1.3 km
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Erdapfel Hamburg
1.3 km
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Kornhauskeller
1.3 km
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Bootshaus Grill & Bar - Hafencity
1.4 km
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Restaurant Perle
1.4 km
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Markets, malls and hidden boutiques
Roots Showroom
0.3 km
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ARTINTECTURE
0.5 km
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Designed by UL
0.6 km
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Fashion Cloud
0.8 km
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25Things Shop
0.9 km
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Shop des Maritimen Museums
0.9 km
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Modekontor Wortmann
1.1 km
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Speicher & Consorten
1.2 km
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Kunsthaus Hamburg Shop
1.2 km
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Levantehaus
1.5 km
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53 ° Hamburg | Store | CMD
1.6 km
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D!FFERENT WOMEN | Hamburg-Hafencity
1.6 km
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GALERIA Hamburg Mönckebergstraße
1.7 km
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I Love Hamburg
1.7 km
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Wandelhalle Hamburg
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Essential bars & hidden hideouts
Puzzle Bar
0.3 km
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Kumpin
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The Boilerman Bar Hafenamt
1.0 km
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Club 20457
1.0 km
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BAR11
1.1 km
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Ilohh - Die Bar am Ende der Welt
1.1 km
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Three Fingers Bar
1.2 km
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MOON 46
1.2 km
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Central Congress
1.4 km
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Liquid Garden - Cocktailbar
1.4 km
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Gugu Bar
1.6 km
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Ba Nomu | Bar
1.7 km
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Paddy's Bar
1.7 km
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Irish Pub in the Fleetenkieker
1.7 km
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Le Lion • Bar de Paris
1.7 km
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