Reeperbahn
Reeperbahn
3.5
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Reeperbahn is Hamburg’s party central, comprising everything from nightclubs and erotic theaters to cabarets and art galleries. In the 1960s, the district’s dive bars also played host to bands like The Beatles and The Jets. In the day, check out the Panoptikum wax figure museum, visit a market at the Spielbudenplatz square, and snap a photo with the Beatles monument. When night falls, head to one of the dynamic nightclubs and bars.
You might want to plan your visit during events and festivals, where the area comes alive with concerts, as well as art, literature, and film exhibitions.
Duration: 2-3 hours
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Neighbourhood: St. Pauli
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- Reeperbahn • 5 min walk
- St. Pauli • 7 min walk
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Holl1c
Billingham, United Kingdom51 contributions
Dec 2019 • Friends
What a place. Drinks are cheap(ish) and it can be wild but very fun. Stay safe and be aware of surroundings as there is a lot of drunk homeless men who can be intimidating. I was with one other person and we weren’t bothered by anyone (much) and felt relatively safe. On NYE bars were busy but not to the point of being squashed up against a bar and we could always get served. In 4 days only met two groups of other Brits. Watch out for men who will go into your bag and take your purse then act the hero by handing it back without the cash. It was a really good new year. If you’re not open minded I would stay away as you’ll often see the ladies in windows and people letting fireworks off in the street. There’s also a gun shop?! Hamburg was very grumpy on New Year’s Day. Bottles EVERYWHERE and firework containers every corner but this just sums up the type of wild NYE there is to be had. If you’re older than 35 I’d stay away.
Written 4 January 2020
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Foodange
Manchester, UK4,751 contributions
Oct 2021
Very scuzzy during the day though, the streets covered with litter and vagrants everywhere.
We did find a great bar down a side street – Elbschloskeller on Hamburger Berg. You need to persuade the guy at the entrance that you’ll fit in (we did see him turn away some couples) but it’s worth it with loud music from a jukebox, drag queens sat at the bar and great beer. Don’t go in if you don’t like smoking!
As for the Reeperbahn itself, all we can say is that the Beatles would hate the way they’re over sold here.
We did find a great bar down a side street – Elbschloskeller on Hamburger Berg. You need to persuade the guy at the entrance that you’ll fit in (we did see him turn away some couples) but it’s worth it with loud music from a jukebox, drag queens sat at the bar and great beer. Don’t go in if you don’t like smoking!
As for the Reeperbahn itself, all we can say is that the Beatles would hate the way they’re over sold here.
Written 28 December 2021
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sakmr
Thane, India28 contributions
Oct 2023 • Business
good place, good people. Not a lots to see, but the vibe of the city is very good
We were fortunate to visit during the UNITY festival.... the whole area was alive and abuzz with activities. Concert stages and food stalls lined the city center...
Alster Lake is beautiful, for those who love to walk or cycle, Alster lake presents the perfect experience
church of St. Micheal's, the port, Reeperbahn street&the warehouse district are different experiences
food is varied, with options of different cuisines available in plenty.
a must mention Restaurant is MAZE MAZE is excellent for dining
High end shopping can be done along Alster Lake, while budget shopping is good at Billstedt Center ( PS: billstedt centre has acafe serving wonderful Tres Leche cake - not to be missed)
Day trip to Ludwig is definitely warranted
We were fortunate to visit during the UNITY festival.... the whole area was alive and abuzz with activities. Concert stages and food stalls lined the city center...
Alster Lake is beautiful, for those who love to walk or cycle, Alster lake presents the perfect experience
church of St. Micheal's, the port, Reeperbahn street&the warehouse district are different experiences
food is varied, with options of different cuisines available in plenty.
a must mention Restaurant is MAZE MAZE is excellent for dining
High end shopping can be done along Alster Lake, while budget shopping is good at Billstedt Center ( PS: billstedt centre has acafe serving wonderful Tres Leche cake - not to be missed)
Day trip to Ludwig is definitely warranted
Written 20 October 2023
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Restorative Travels by Dr. Melanie
Phoenix, AZ301 contributions
Dec 2019 • Friends
I was fortunate to have a new local friend I met on the train take me out for the Christmas market one night and it was a blast!
I got to see parts of the neighborhood my parents lived when I was born, although it has changed a lot since then. St. Pauli is definitely worth a stop, even if you prefer to go during the daytime.
They block off a section of the street for the market, which once you enter, you are basically shoulder to shoulder so definitely watch your bags and pockets, especially if you are drinking! But you won't feel the cold as much!
Venture down the bahn and into the sidestreets where the pubs and bars are including the iconic places where the Beatles performed.
The crowds are so friendly and festive. This was likely the best and most unique Christmas market out of the eight I visited between Germany, Czech Republic and Prague.
I last visited in summer of 1988. It is certainly more lively now.
I can't wait to go back; next time during a warmer season!
I got to see parts of the neighborhood my parents lived when I was born, although it has changed a lot since then. St. Pauli is definitely worth a stop, even if you prefer to go during the daytime.
They block off a section of the street for the market, which once you enter, you are basically shoulder to shoulder so definitely watch your bags and pockets, especially if you are drinking! But you won't feel the cold as much!
Venture down the bahn and into the sidestreets where the pubs and bars are including the iconic places where the Beatles performed.
The crowds are so friendly and festive. This was likely the best and most unique Christmas market out of the eight I visited between Germany, Czech Republic and Prague.
I last visited in summer of 1988. It is certainly more lively now.
I can't wait to go back; next time during a warmer season!
Written 2 June 2020
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Hans Günter F
6 contributions
Feb 2024 • Friends
We were in Hamburg with a group of almost 20 people. Our "Great St. Pauli Tour" with Jenni (our Hamburg tour guide) was very entertaining. Although some of the group were not in Hamburg for the first time, they also learned a lot of new things. Jenni responded to the group's wishes, explained things in an entertaining way and left no questions unanswered. We were very satisfied and can only recommend this tour from the St. Pauli underground station to the Große Freiheit.
Written 26 February 2024
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erik58Meerlo
Meerlo, The Netherlands32 contributions
Oct 2023 • Family
Lots of unsavory people, uninterested receptionist, little luxury despite the high price (€250 for 2 people for 3 nights) basic room without wardrobe, chairs were missing, curtains in two sizes and colors, no cups in the bathroom. Noisy right around the hostel, music until 3am, then at 6:15am another practice session (?) with drums and bass................terrible! Never going there again.
Written 22 October 2023
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harm d
2 contributions
Sept 2023 • Solo
I'd heard about it and read the reperbahn and wanted to go and have a look. A bar owner approached me for a beer at his expense and he had set me up. The barcam within 10 minutes, a woman came to sit with me and asked me for a drink. I asked how much does that cost? 5 euros be they and within 5 min 5 more women came and asked us also want a drink I didn't trust it and the bill pays 110 euros for 2 drinks so 55 euros per drink I got away well because I figured it out and left quickly so people be warned don't lure you into a bar
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Written 5 August 2024
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Isabel Moretti
Boston, MA4 contributions
Oct 2023 • Friends
Mixed feelings. Went once to certain bars and clubs recommended by my friends living in Hamburg and had so much fun(we went by taxi). Went a second time to explore and have a nice night out since it is the place advertised as "crazy good fun " and was met with a untasteful scene of locals and tourists acting out in indecent ways piss drunk and throwing up all over the place it was wild. we tried to escape into a random club and i was personally harassed and groped by a local. the staff at the bar took my drink when it was half full and insisted that i had finished when i promptly insisted that i would like another glass with half the amount the bartender gave me a snarky look and poured me a single drop lol . that was the feel in other clubs as well. I would recommend if you go be prepared and be aware and only go with friends or someone who knows the place.
Written 17 June 2024
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Liege-Bastogne-Liege
Zurich, Switzerland447 contributions
Oct 2023 • Solo
The Reeperbahn makes the best case ever that s** is better with the lights off. or at least in the dark.
On a grim, damp, late Autumn Saturday afternoon, it was probably at its least alluring and attractive. I can't imagine that it transforms utterly as the light fades and as the neons come on.
It was grim beyond words. Untidy, seedy, unkempt in daylight, probably at night, what you can't see, won't bother you. The Red Light District must come alive late at night.
Several little knots of people, sitting, kneeling, huddled around bottles of cheap booze, in daylight at least, this place is not for the fainthearted.
I wasn't sure what the Reeperbahn was - call me naïve, but I'd first heard of it in Heavy Connection, a beautiful Van Morrison song that goes, 'I remember when I got your message in Amsterdam. I was going through my letters
And found a picture-postcard of the Reeperbahn'.
With a few hours to spare on a damp, dull Saturday , thought I might seek it out. Cue a long, wet walk through Hamburg to find it. The weather echoed perfectly the sense of the place.
Amongst many seedy pubs, I did find one where a bottle of local beer was about E2.50. It was small, basic, pleasant and clean. In the land of the blind, the one-eyed man is King, eh.
On a grim, damp, late Autumn Saturday afternoon, it was probably at its least alluring and attractive. I can't imagine that it transforms utterly as the light fades and as the neons come on.
It was grim beyond words. Untidy, seedy, unkempt in daylight, probably at night, what you can't see, won't bother you. The Red Light District must come alive late at night.
Several little knots of people, sitting, kneeling, huddled around bottles of cheap booze, in daylight at least, this place is not for the fainthearted.
I wasn't sure what the Reeperbahn was - call me naïve, but I'd first heard of it in Heavy Connection, a beautiful Van Morrison song that goes, 'I remember when I got your message in Amsterdam. I was going through my letters
And found a picture-postcard of the Reeperbahn'.
With a few hours to spare on a damp, dull Saturday , thought I might seek it out. Cue a long, wet walk through Hamburg to find it. The weather echoed perfectly the sense of the place.
Amongst many seedy pubs, I did find one where a bottle of local beer was about E2.50. It was small, basic, pleasant and clean. In the land of the blind, the one-eyed man is King, eh.
Written 16 March 2024
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Cat
Belfast, UK74 contributions
Oct 2022 • Couples
Walked the Reeperbahn today searching for the venues the Beatles had played. All still exist but do little to advertise their interesting past and were difficult to find. The area clearly had its day in the 1960s. Any charm it may have had then, is long since gone. The streets were full of strip clubs and bars. The pavements were full of rubbish and broken bottles. I’m glad I came during the day as I do not think I would like to be here at night. We did however find an amazing cafe called Der Kiezbacker which sold the best coffee and cakes we had had on our visit to Hamburg. So even though the Reeperbahn is clearly not to my taste I will be back tomorrow for breakfast.
Written 31 October 2022
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What is the situation with regards to covid.
Do you need vaccine passports to get in the bars and pubs?
Are the opening hours still the same. I am visiting in early December and intend to visit some of the classic ‘dive bars’ on the Kiev.
Written 15 November 2021
I plan on visiting November 1. Has anybody been recently can tell me if any or all of the bars are still open?. Thx.
Written 2 September 2021
Hi what is the drug scene like in the reeparbahn and how much can you expect to pay per g
Written 1 March 2020
No idea. Its not in your face, so blissfuly unaware.
Written 2 March 2020
Min kæreste og jeg vil gerne se og opleve et flot, frækt og erotisk sex show. Er der nogen der har erfaring om hvor det bedste sted er og om man skal købe billet i forvejen? Priser evt
Written 11 October 2018
Det prøvede vi desværre ikke. Men der er piger oppe i vinduerne der danser. Ellers spørg i døren.
Written 12 October 2018
Hi. Going to Hamburg as a group of 20 men, going in 2 weeks for a stag do. Will i need to book bar and club entry or can we just walk in to places as a group? Also, same question but for places to eat.
Thanks
Written 18 September 2018
yes you need to book because you have a big group. if you take by chance, you will most probably still wait. good luck. depends on the club and place youre going.
Written 19 September 2018
Hi. Going to Hamburg as a group of 20 men, going in 2 weeks for a stag do. Will i need to book bar and club entry or can we just walk in to places as a group? Also, same question but for places to eat.
Thanks
Written 18 September 2018
I would probably get nice meals elsewhere although I’m sure you can find a decent place somewhere around there. This area is strictly bars and partying. Some higher end hotels on the street have some nice food and cocktails. Make sure and visit Paradise Point of Sex with your boys ! Don’t miss that, lol. With 20 people I would probably get a reservation somewhere for the food part. The rest you should be able to walk around and get taken care of. That street is great for stag
Written 19 September 2018
rosaluxembourg2018
Hamburg, Germany
Reeperbahn is the most dangerous hamburger place : murders, corruptions, sexual slavery, pedophilia, drugs dealers...
Written 19 June 2018
I do not believe that this location in Hamburg is anything more than a FORMER red light district. Today it is filled with perhaps to some unsavory. A tourist bus delight. From what I have seen there is a police force that would deal with the trafficking that seems to prompt a comment. There ARE side streets. And certainly all kinds of sex might well there. If y person is offended by sex shops, then do not go. But to castigate with generalizations not at all helpful. There is a Broadway theater. There is a famous drag show, and there are bars and likely booze in quantities. But, while it has been some time, would walk and even stop at a sex shop and feel comfortable.
Written 20 June 2018
Looking for reviews of the Buch-ein-bett hostel
Written 10 April 2018
no idea. Stayed in an apartment 2 km away
Written 11 April 2018
Booked a weekend here with my other half mainly for a day/night partying, one of the main reasons we booked Hamburg was to witness the Reeperbahn area and the strip clibs and red light district, iv read that females arent welcome? is this true and does it just count for the brothels/red light district or does this include the stripclubs and main Reeberbahn bars and clubs
Written 18 December 2017
You are right, in some of the areas on Reeperbahn the ladies are NOT welcome....
Written 24 December 2017
What are the average prices in bars for a pint or a vodka and mixer thanks
Written 30 October 2017
Around €3.5 for a beer and around €6-7 for a vodka mix, I think...
Written 30 October 2017
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