Hamburg
11 Bars in Hamburg You Should Know
Hamburg is big, and so is the choice of bars. If you do not want to search for long, here are eleven places from our list of the best, each with street and a link to the bar's page. You will find more about the selection at the end in our list of the best bars in Hamburg.
Cocktail Bars and Speakeasies
If cocktails matter to you, you will find what you are looking for here.
Le Lion • Bar de Paris
Le Lion • Bar de Paris is located at Rathausstraße 3, not far from the town hall.
THE BOILERMAN BAR
You will find THE BOILERMAN BAR in the 25hours Hotel Altes Hafenamt, Osakaallee 12.
The Chug Club
The Chug Club has its address at Taubenstraße 13.
James‘ Bar
James‘ Bar is on the street Hütten, at number 71.
VU Speakeasy
You will find VU Speakeasy at Karolinenstraße 18.
Tipsy Baker Bar Hamburg
Tipsy Baker Bar Hamburg is located at Esplanade 29/30.
💡 Tip: With cocktail bars in particular, it is worth checking the opening hours beforehand and whether you can book.
By the Water and with a View
Atlantic Bar
Atlantic Bar is located at Große Elbstraße 42, close to the Elbe.
HERITAGE Hamburg Rooftop Bar
You will find HERITAGE Hamburg Rooftop Bar at An der Alster 52. As the name says, it is a rooftop bar.
Schulterblatt, Reeperbahn and Surroundings
Absinthbar
Absinthbar is located at Schulterblatt 58, in the middle of the Schanzenviertel.
Lunacy
Lunacy has its address at Hamburger Berg 25.
Pyjama Bar Hamburg
Pyjama Bar Hamburg is located at Reeperbahn 36.
Practical Tips for the Evening
Book if the bar offers it, especially at weekends.
Find out opening hours and days off beforehand, as they differ from bar to bar.
Hamburg is well served by U-Bahn, S-Bahn and night buses. For the late journey home, a taxi or ride service is an alternative.
On and around the Reeperbahn there is a lot going on at weekends. If you prefer it quieter, head for the side streets.
Bar-hopping works best with short distances: choose bars that are close together.
If you are looking for more rustic places, you will find further addresses in our lists of pubs and British-style pubs.
📍 Discover more: Explore more recommendations for Hamburg on our city page.
Frequently Asked Questions About Bars in Hamburg
Where can I find cocktail bars in Hamburg?
We present several above, for example Le Lion • Bar de Paris or THE BOILERMAN BAR. You will find more in our list of the best.
Are there rooftop bars?
Yes, for example HERITAGE Hamburg Rooftop Bar at An der Alster.
Do you need to book?
At weekends and for groups it makes sense, provided the bar takes reservations. Ask beforehand.
What is the best way to get there?
Most bars are easy to reach by public transport. Check the connection beforehand.
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