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Currency
Euro (EUR)
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Language
German
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Time Zone
CET (UTC+1)
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Best Time to Visit
Apr–Oct
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Typical Duration
7-9 nights
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Price Range
$159–$22,419 per person
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Port Type
Departure & Port of Call
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Tender Port
No
Hamburg is one of Europe's largest and most important cruise ports, offering excellent access to Northern European itineraries and serving as a major embarkation point for Baltic and North Sea cruises.
Cruises that visit Hamburg
- cruises to Hamburg
- Hamburg sailings
- Hamburg cruises
- 3-night MSC Cruises cruise
- 3-night MSC Cruises cruise
- 4-night MSC Cruises cruise
- 4-night MSC Cruises cruise
- 4-night MSC Cruises cruise
- 5-night MSC Cruises cruise
- 5-night Royal Caribbean International cruise
- 5-night MSC Cruises cruise
- 5-night Explora Journeys cruise
- 5-night MSC Cruises cruise
- 5-night MSC Cruises cruise
- 5-night Royal Caribbean International cruise
- 5-night Explora Journeys cruise
- 6-night MSC Cruises cruise
- 6-night MSC Cruises cruise
- 6-night MSC Cruises cruise
- 6-night MSC Cruises cruise
- 7-night Explora Journeys cruise
- 7-night Explora Journeys cruise
- 7-night Norwegian Cruise Line cruise
- 7-night MSC Cruises cruise
- 7-night Explora Journeys cruise
- 7-night Explora Journeys cruise
- 7-night Seabourn cruise
- 7-night Oceania Cruises cruise
- 7-night Explora Journeys cruise
- 7-night Seabourn cruise
Build Your Day in Hamburg
Cruise calls are short. Set your ship's arrival time, pick the stops you care about, and we'll show whether they realistically fit before departure.
Ships typically depart around 8:00 PM
Usually about 12 hours ashore
🛳 Embarkation port — worth arriving early
Getting around:
Miniatur Wunderland
The exhibits are amazing, clever and lots of fun to see and interact with.
🕐 Closed · Opens 12 AM Thu
Elbphilharmonie Hamburg
Completely free and under cover for those rainy day activities.
Europa Passage
Spacious, clean, elegant, with a marvellous selection of stores.
🕐 Closed · Opens 10 AM Thu
Alter Elbtunnel
Worth the visit because it's for free and has nice attractions around.
St. Pauli Piers
There’s a boat that has a restaurant/ escape room/ museum.
Planten un Blomen
Highly accesible with activities suitable for all ages.
🕐 Closed · Opens 7 AM Thu
Designer Outlet Neumünster
You can get cheap designer and brand clothes as well as decent food.
🕐 Closed · Opens 10 AM Thu
Stadtpark
A beautiful wooded park with walkinv trails and a planetarium.
Hamburg Dungeon
This was an incredibly unique and interactive experience.
🕐 Closed · Opens 10 AM Thu
Panoptikum
Interesting small museum for small price.
🕐 Closed · Opens 10 AM Thu
Alstertal Shopping mall
So many shops, great selection on food and loads of affordable parking.
🕐 Closed · Opens 10 AM Thu
Hamburger Meile
a mall full of clothes stores, fast food area and playground .
🕐 Closed · Opens 10 AM Thu
St. Nikolai Memorial
The various stands and sculptures enhance the experience significantly.
🕐 Closed · Opens 10 AM Thu
Elbe Einkaufszentrum
Great shopping mall, it has great stores and it has 1hour free Parking.
🕐 Closed · Opens 10 AM Thu
Frau Möller
Perfect cozy atmosphere, good food choices, delicious!
International Maritime Museum Hamburg
You can spend hours inside as it has 9 levels to explore.
🕐 Closed · Opens 10 AM Thu
StrandPauli
Chilly, urban beach + bar, nice food, great drinks, very friendly staff
🕐 Closed · Opens 12 PM Thu
Gasthaus Heimathafen
Great atmosphere, good service and good food !
🕐 Closed · Opens 12 PM Thu
Hamburg Townhall
You can walk around see some expositions and also some of the rooms
🕐 Closed · Opens 9 AM Thu
Levantehaus
High-quality stores and exquisite product variety in all stores.
🕐 Closed · Opens 10 AM Thu
Schifferbörse Restaurant
Everything was really nice Food atmosphere nice people Very unique design
🕐 Closed · Opens 12:30 PM Thu
Hanseviertel
Good shopping centre, with a clean and free toilet.
🕐 Closed · Opens 10 AM Thu
Westfield
A lot of shops and brands for shopping, food courts, cinema and much more.
🕐 Closed · Opens 10 AM Thu
Chilehaus
You can go all around the building and see some new aspect on each corner.
Wandelhalle Hamburg
Edeka had many good vegan options!
🕐 Closed · Opens 6 AM Thu
Alster Arcade
Really different than what you see at daylight.
Speicherstadt
Notable locations are the Miniatur Wunderland and the Kaffeemuseum.
Museum for Hamburg History
Do not miss the huge model train room on the top floor!
🕐 Temporarily closed
[m]eatery restaurant & botanist bar Hamburg
Filet steak - salt roasted, melt in your mouth!
🕐 Closed · Opens 5 PM Thu
Town Hall Market
Plenty of choices for food, drinks, and cristmas activities 👌
Das Dorf
Great atmosphere, attentive service, delicious food.
🕐 Closed · Opens 6 PM Thu
Erdapfel Hamburg (Altstadt)
We had a lovely spot on the sunny terrace and the food was delicious!
🕐 Closed · Opens 11:30 AM Thu
Le Lion • Bar de Paris
Amazingly well-balanced original cocktails and relaxed athmosphere.
🕐 Closes soon · 12 AM
Klimperkiste
Lovely atmosphere, good prices, great location!
Bless Restaurant Hamburg
Great food, cozy and stylish interior and most of all outstanding service.
🕐 Closes soon · 12 AM
The Chug Club
Excellent service, excellent cocktails and excellent atmosphere.
Hamburg Harbor
There are a lot of activities to do nearby, just hope that it's not raining.
Alsterfontäne
At Christmas they have a Christmas tree in the middle of the “lake”.
🕐 Closes soon · 12 AM
Meyer Lansky's | Cocktailbar
Great cocktails Quick service Pricey
CIU` DIE BAR
The drinks are well prepared, beautifully presented, and taste excellent.
The Boilerman Bar Hafenamt
Great cocktails, friendly people, nice atmosphere
philipps Restaurant
Fantastic and creative chef and very attentive staff.
🕐 Closed · Opens 5 PM Thu
Story Bar Hamburg
Best place in Reeperbahn!!Good music , good people.Everything perfect.
HERITAGE Hamburg
Amazing Views, amazing service, amazing steaks.
🕐 Closed · Opens 6 PM Thu
The Rabbithole | Bar
Cool concept, lovely drinks, friendly staff and a wonderful atmosphere
🕐 Closes soon · 12 AM
Tipsy Baker Bar Hamburg
Good music, relaxed atmosphere and great service.
GALLERIA
Nice shopping.area but also quite hefty price tags !
🕐 Closed · Opens 10 AM Thu
HAERLIN
Every dish was perfectly crafted and full of flavor.
🕐 Closes soon · 12 AM
Opening hours are indicative — always confirm before you go. Travel times are estimates from Google Maps.
Hamburg
is an embarkation port. Many cruises start or end here —
it's worth arriving a day early or extending your stay to explore beyond a single port day.
About Hamburg
Hamburg stands as one of Northern Europe's most vibrant cruise hubs, with seven major cruise lines including MSC Cruises, Royal Caribbean International, Norwegian Cruise Line, and Virgin Voyages calling regularly. With over 300 upcoming cruises and a strong presence year-round, this bustling port offers exceptional variety for cruisers seeking Northern European itineraries. Most voyages departing from Hamburg are seven-night cruises exploring iconic destinations like Southampton, Le Havre, Rotterdam, Zeebrugge, and Copenhagen, making it an ideal embarkation point for comprehensive regional exploration.
As a port of call, Hamburg welcomes cruise passengers with easy access to the city's remarkable waterfront and maritime heritage. The historic Speicherstadt warehouse district and the stunning Elbphilharmonie concert hall are just steps from the cruise terminals, offering visitors a taste of Hamburg's unique blend of old-world charm and modern architecture. Whether you're embarking on a new adventure or enjoying a port day, Hamburg delivers authentic Northern European culture with the convenience and amenities today's cruise travelers expect.
As a port of call, Hamburg welcomes cruise passengers with easy access to the city's remarkable waterfront and maritime heritage. The historic Speicherstadt warehouse district and the stunning Elbphilharmonie concert hall are just steps from the cruise terminals, offering visitors a taste of Hamburg's unique blend of old-world charm and modern architecture. Whether you're embarking on a new adventure or enjoying a port day, Hamburg delivers authentic Northern European culture with the convenience and amenities today's cruise travelers expect.
Cruise Lines at Hamburg
- MSC Cruises (234 cruises)
- Explora Journeys (46 cruises)
- Norwegian Cruise Line (16 cruises)
- Royal Caribbean International (16 cruises)
- Seabourn (10 cruises)
- Holland America Line (6 cruises)
- Oceania Cruises (6 cruises)
- HX Expeditions (1 cruise)
- Virgin Voyages (1 cruise)
Cruises Departing From Hamburg
Cruises Visiting Hamburg
Ship Schedule at Hamburg
Hamburg Location
Other Cruise Ports in Germany
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hamburg known for?
Hamburg is known for its major port, maritime heritage, fish market, and cultural attractions.
Where is Hamburg located?
Hamburg is in northern Germany on the Elbe River, near the North Sea.
What is the UN/LOCODE for Hamburg?
DEHAM is the UN/LOCODE for Hamburg, Germany.
What are must-see attractions in Hamburg?
The Speicherstadt, Elbphilharmonie, Miniatur Wunderland, and the historic harbor.