Hamburg Hauptbahnhof, Hamburg

Name: Hamburg Hauptbahnhof
Address: Hamburg, Germany

#298 among attractions in Hamburg

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Hamburg Hauptbahnhof is the main railway station of the city of Hamburg, Germany. Opened in 1906 to replace 4 separate terminal stations, today Hamburg Hauptbahnhof is operated by DB Station&Service AG. With an average of 550,000 passengers a day, it is Germany's busiest railway station and the second-busiest in Europe after the Gare du Nord in Paris. It is classed by Deutsche Bahn as a category 1 railway station. ()

Alternative names: Opened: 1906 (118 years ago)Coordinates: 53°33'15"N, 10°0'22"E

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Hamburg-Mitte (St. Georg)Hamburg Germany

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Hamburg Hauptbahnhof – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Mönckebergstraße, Spitalerstraße, Hamburger Kunsthalle, Museum für Kunst und Gewerbe Hamburg.

0.4 miSW
Shopping, Shopping district
Mönckebergstraße, Hamburg
12 min walk • Mönckebergstraße, often referred to as 'Mö,' is the bustling heart of Hamburg's shopping district, a vibrant thoroughfare where international retail chains and local boutiques stand shoulder to shoulder, vying for the attention of both locals and tourists alike.
~1080 ftSW
Shopping, Shopping district
Spitalerstraße, Hamburg
6 min walk • Nestled in the bustling heart of Hamburg, Spitalerstraße stands as a vibrant shopping district that beckons to both locals and tourists alike. This bustling pedestrian zone, with its wide array of retail outlets, offers a shopping experience that is both diverse...
~540 ftNW
Museum, Art museum, Neo-renaissance architecture
Hamburger Kunsthalle, Hamburg
3 min walk • The Hamburger Kunsthalle is a beacon of fine arts in the heart of Hamburg, Germany, and stands as one of the country's largest and most prominent art museums. Established in 1850, it houses an extensive collection that spans seven centuries of European art, from the...
~1280 ftSE
Applied arts, design and industrial museum
Museum für Kunst und Gewerbe Hamburg, Hamburg
7 min walk • The Museum für Kunst und Gewerbe Hamburg (MKG) is a prominent cultural institution located in the heart of Hamburg, Germany. Renowned for its comprehensive collection that spans multiple eras and regions, the museum is a treasure trove of fine arts, design,...
0.4 miSW
Shopping, Shopping centre
Europa Passage, Hamburg
12 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Hamburg, the Europa Passage is a bustling hub of retail and leisure that has become a staple for both locals and tourists alike. This modern shopping center, boasting an impressive architectural design, spans five floors and is home to over 120...
0.5 miS
Museum, Art museum, Specialty museum
Deichtorhallen, Hamburg
13 min walk • The Deichtorhallen in Hamburg, Germany, stands as a paramount institution for contemporary art and photography. Comprising two historical buildings, the Deichtorhallen is renowned for its vast, open steel-and-glass architecture that dates back to the early 20th...
0.5 miNW
Natural attraction, Lake, Body of water
Binnenalster, Hamburg
13 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Hamburg, Germany, the Binnenalster, or Inner Alster Lake, offers a tranquil escape from the bustling city life. This artificial lake, formed by the damming of the Alster River, is a central piece of Hamburg's urban landscape, providing a...
0.5 miSW
Gothic-style church with a sizable tower
Church of Saint Peter, Hamburg
12 min walk • The Church of Saint Peter, or Hauptkirche Sankt Petri, as it is known in German, is a prominent religious edifice and a historical landmark in the heart of Hamburg, Germany. With its towering spire stretching to the heavens, the church has stood as a beacon of faith...
0.6 miS
Museum, Specialty museum, Theme restaurant
Dialogue in the Dark, Hamburg
15 min walk • Dialogue in the Dark is an awareness raising exhibition and franchise, as well as a social business. In Dialogue in the Dark, blind guides lead visitors in small groups through different settings in absolute darkness.
~1800 ftSW
Historic church with a famous organ
St. James' Church, Hamburg
9 min walk • St. James' Church is one of the five principal churches of Hamburg. In 1529, it became a Lutheran church. It is located directly in the city centre, has a 125 m tall tower and features a famous organ by Arp Schnitger from 1693.
0.5 miS
New objectivity architecture
Kontorhaus District, Hamburg
12 min walk • The Kontorhaus District is the southeastern part of Altstadt, Hamburg, between Steinstraße, Meßberg, Klosterwall and Brandstwiete. The streetscape is characterised by large office buildings in the style of Brick Expressionism of the early 20th century.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is Hamburg Hauptbahnhof open?

Hamburg Hauptbahnhof is open:

Monday 24h
Tuesday 24h
Wednesday 24h
Thursday 24h
Friday 24h
Saturday 24h
Sunday 24h

Which popular attractions are close to Hamburg Hauptbahnhof?

Nearby attractions include Ohnsorg-Theater, Hamburg (2 min walk), Hamburger Kunsthalle, Hamburg (3 min walk), Altbau + Kuppelanbau, Hamburg (3 min walk), Deutsches Schauspielhaus, Hamburg (4 min walk).

How to get to Hamburg Hauptbahnhof by public transport?

The nearest stations to Hamburg Hauptbahnhof:

Metro

Hauptbahnhof Nord • Lines: U2, U4 (1 min walk)
Hauptbahnhof Süd • Lines: U1, U3 (6 min walk)

Train

Hamburg Central Station (2 min walk)
Hamburg Dammtor / Universität (22 min walk)

Bus

Hauptbahnhof/Kirchenallee • Lines: 17, 18, 6, 607 (3 min walk)
Hauptbahnhof/Spitalerstraße • Lines: 112 (3 min walk)

Light rail

Hamburg Hauptbahnhof • Lines: S1, S11, S2, S21, S3, S31 (4 min walk)
Jungfernstieg • Lines: S1, S2, S3 (14 min walk)

Ferry

Atlantic • Lines: Alsterkreuzfahrt (8 min walk)
Jungfernstieg • Lines: Alsterkreuzfahrt (14 min walk)