Hamburg's famous entertainment district with clubs, bars, the Beatles-Platz, and the legendary Reeperbahn.

About St. Pauli & Reeperbahn

St. Pauli is Hamburg's most famous neighborhood, centered on the Reeperbahn—a neon-lit boulevard of clubs, bars, theaters, and live music venues that has earned it the nickname "the sinful mile." The Beatles played their formative 1960-1962 residencies at clubs on the Reeperbahn and Große Freiheit, a connection celebrated at Beatles-Platz with its steel silhouette sculptures.

Beyond the nightlife, St. Pauli is home to the Millerntor Stadium (FC St. Pauli's cult football club), the Sunday morning Fischmarkt (fish market) at 5 AM, and the rejuvenated Schanzenviertel ("Schanze") district with its independent cafes, vintage shops, and street art. The neighborhood has a proud anti-establishment identity and a strong community culture.

The Landungsbrücken (landing bridges) along the Elbe waterfront are St. Pauli's maritime face, with harbor tours departing to the container port, the Old Elbe Tunnel (1911), and ferry connections along the river. The neighborhood seamlessly blends grit, culture, and waterfront charm.

Nearby Landmarks

Reeperbahn Beatles-Platz Fischmarkt Landungsbrücken Millerntor Stadium

Transport Options

Taxi

Cost €25-€35
Time 20-30 minutes

Follow "Taxi" signs at arrivals. Queue at official taxi stand. Metered fares, no need to negotiate.

Rideshare (Grab/Uber)

Cost €20-€28
Time 20-30 minutes

Outside arrivals

Train (S-Bahn S1)

Cost €4
Time 30 minutes
Frequency Every 10 minutes

Step-by-Step Directions

Take S-Bahn S1 to Hauptbahnhof, transfer to U3 to St. Pauli. Or S1 to Reeperbahn station directly.

Quick Comparison

Option Cost Time Best For
Taxi €25-€35 20-30 minutes Convenience, groups, heavy luggage
Rideshare €20-€28 20-30 minutes Budget-conscious, app users
Train €4 30 minutes Budget, avoiding traffic

Good to Know

Late Night Transport

The Reeperbahn comes alive after 10 PM and stays open until dawn. S-Bahn runs until 12:30 AM, and on Friday/Saturday nights, Hamburg operates Nachtverkehr (all-night S-Bahn and bus service). A taxi from the airport to St. Pauli costs €25-35 at any hour.

Luggage Tips

The S-Bahn handles luggage easily. Reeperbahn station has elevators. St. Pauli's main streets are flat, and most hotels are on paved roads. Leave luggage at your hotel before exploring—the Reeperbahn and side streets get very crowded on weekend nights.

Accessibility

S-Bahn Reeperbahn station has elevator access. The Reeperbahn and main streets are flat and wheelchair accessible. Landungsbrücken pier has ramp access to harbor ferries. The Fischmarkt area is accessible. Some older bars and clubs in the district may lack step-free access.