Arrive here and you’re right in the heart of Hamburg’s harbor. Just next door, the Hard Rock Café serves legendary burgers, live music, and views of the Elbe. Surrounded by ferries, souvenir shops, and ships passing by, this is where real harbor life beats. A place to arrive, set sail, or simply enjoy the scene – with guitars, stories, and a true touch of Hamburg.

As you can see, there’s nothing to see. We can’t have champagne every day and neither can we expect every corner of the city to be hip and happening. However, if you do wind up here, there’s no need to turn straight around. If you’re patient and appreciate the maritime spirit of Hamburg, you can experience the authentic, kitsch-free atmosphere of the port here – industrial charm before it was cool.

If you like the idea of ice cream with nut brittle when it’s 28° in the shade and a real Danish hot dog when it’s drizzling and 5°, Miss Sophie is the place for you. You can even polish off your chosen treat on the nearby Dallmannkai steps. This is the face of the new Hamburg, just a stone’s throw away from the Speicherstadt which epitomises the city’s history.

Take ferry line 72 straight to the Elbphilharmonie – Hamburg’s landmark where music, architecture, and harbor views meet. Whether you’re here for a concert or just to admire the glass waves, this is Hamburg at its best.