Travel tips Hamburg

Hamburg is always worth a visit. Historic buildings such as the St. Michaelis church, locally known as “Michel”, or the famous town hall are impressive sights. The town hall actually looks more like a palace, with its breathtaking façade , its 647 pompous halls and its close proximity to the Inner Alster. Beautiful Hamburg hotels at fair prices you will find in the Hamburg Hotel list.

Hamburg for families, sailors and fish market visitors
Taking a boat trip along the Alster, allows you to enjoy Hamburg and its old warehouse district from a different angle. The Miniature Wunderland is a true highlight in Hamburg and an experience that speaks directly into the hearts of railway fans and families with children. And every Sunday, locals and tourists wake up early to experience the market criers at the renowned Hamburg Fish market.

Musical city Hamburg
Hamburg is also a great destination for anyone who enjoys a good musical. The Lion King and Tarzan are only two examples of the many world-class musicals that are performed in the Hanseatic city. A couple of times each year, the cruise liner Queen Mary 2. docks at the Hamburg port and attracts curious onlookers who, for a brief moment, enjoy the charm of the golden 20s and dream of places far away.

Sightseeing in Hamburg
A sightseeing tour on a bus through Hamburg is an excellent way to discover the greener parts of the city, view its countless landmarks, and also get to know the Reeperbahn. But of course a late-night visit to this area can be even more exciting.

The Hanseatic City of Hamburg

In addition to its beautiful Old Town and the unique piers, the cultural metropolis of Hamburg has countless other highlights to offer. Regular exhibitions in the Altona Museum or Hamburg’s Kunsthalle, as well as a range of entertaining musicals including The Lion King or Tarzan, ensure quality entertainment. Then there are also shows such as Cirque du Soleil which make a stay in Hamburg all the more exciting.

The Hanseatic city of Hamburg is the “gateway to the world” and has many interesting sights for its visitors. Probably the most popular tourist destination is the St. Pauli district with its Reeperbahn. But there is a lot more to be seen between the Alster and Elbe rivers: for example the Schanzenviertel with the villa Rote Flora or the Hafencity project which is currently under development. Hamburg is certainly worth a visit.

The city of Hamburg has a rich selection of restaurants. There is the right choice for absolutely any taste – no matter if it should be Italian, Greek, Asian or local cuisine. From the very plain Pizzeria to rustic German restaurants, all the way to exquisite á la carte establishments: in Hamburg, you are sure to be spoilt for choice.

Hamburg is nothing short of being a true shopper’s paradise. Anyone interested in luxurious, trendy or just way-out fashion will get their money’s worth. Hamburg’s city centre is a hub for countless design labels. Especially popular shopping destinations include the Europapassage, Hanseviertel, Mönckebergstraße, and the Jungfernstieg. You can find the latest trends and exceptionally unique items in the districts Schanzenviertel and Karoviertel.

Hamburg's most well-known and popular Christmas markets are located in Mönckebergstraße, at Rathausplatz, at Jungfernstieg and at Gänsemarkt. The unusual Christmas market in Sankt Pauli is entertainment pure: musical stage shows and erotic titillation put you really in the mood for the holiday period.

Hamburg is a city made for night owls, and anyone on an evening out will probably not be able to avoid St. Pauli or the Reeperbahn. Besides the famous strip clubs, there are also a selection of lounges, bars and clubs that offer a vast array of entertainment. Having breakfast at the Hamburg fish market is the best way to end a great night out in the Hanseatic city.