Hamburg is located on the Elbe River in northern Germany and has one of the largest and busiest
ports in Europe.
Its location makes it an important link between the sea and Germany's network of inland waterways
and numerous islands.
The city is best known for its famous harbour area and in addition to being a major transportation
hub, Hamburg has become one of Europe's most important cultural and commercial centres,
as well as a major tourist destination and one of the most vibrant cities in the world.
Before we get into the top 10 things to do in Hamburg, we’ve included links in the
description to various discount codes and links to resources of things to do, so make
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10) At number 10 is the International Maritime Museum
Located in the oldest surviving storage building in the Port of Hamburg, visitors can explore
nine 'decks' of nautical history at Hamburg's impressive International Maritime Museum.
See the Queen Mary II, constructed out of almost a million Lego bricks, try your hand
at sailing thanks to a fun steering wheel simulator, and find out how captains of the
past mastered navigation and communication.
Journey through maritime progress and find out about Hamburg's amazing nautical past!
9) Number 9 is Tierpark Hagenbeck
Visitors can discover more than 1,860 animals from all continents at the Tierpark Hagenbeck,
including one of Europe's largest elephant herds and many free-roaming animals.
Learn exciting new things about the animals during shows, or feed an elephant or a giraffe
yourself.
Among the park’s 510 species are Asian elephants, leopards, orang-utans, zebras, lions and penguins.
With its wonderful panoramas, outdoor enclosures and many cultural buildings, the 19-hectare
park delights visitors of all ages.
8) At number 8 is the Museum Ship Rickmer Rickmers
A museum ship since 1983, the three-masted Rickmer Rickmers is one of Hamburg harbour’s
most popular attractions.
After almost 90 years of sailing the seven seas, the ship was turned into a museum.
Today visitors can roam the decks to explore the crew and officer’s quarters, the galley
and the engine room, and learn all about its voyages.
7) Number 7 is Hamburger Kunsthalle
The impressive buildings host one of the most significant collections in Germany, featuring
masterpieces from the Middle Ages till today.
Travel through the history of art across two expansive wings and explore a collection of
work by the German Romantics and intricate works by the old masters.
Browse your way through the collections in spacious, well-designed galleries within this
huge art museum that has something for every art lover.
6) At number 6 is Planten un Blomen
The Planten un Blomen is a public park in central Hamburg and a wonderful destination
for all visitors and especially those seeking relaxation.
There is a botanical garden with a tropical greenhouse, an alpine garden with mountain
flowers, mosses and lichens, and one of the largest Japanese gardens in Europe.
With playgrounds and other attractions for children, it makes a great family visit.
5) Number 5 is the Wax Museum Panoptikum
Germany's oldest wax museum is the perfect place to meet famous people from the worlds
of history, politics, sport and music.
The Panoptikum in Hamburg is packed with waxy wonders including all the national and international
celebrities you've ever wanted to get a photo with.
With over 120 figures to admire, get up close and personal with the stars, at this fascinating
Hamburg attraction.
4) At number 4 is the Museum Ship Cap San Diego
Former cargo ship MS Cap San Diego has been turned into a floating museum and the 159-metre-long
vessel is one of the biggest seaworthy museum ships in the world.
Stroll around on the different decks and you can learn all about Cap San Diego's history
including how the officers dined, where they slept and the routes the ship took.
Visitors can explore the boat with the audio guide, check out the exhibitions or join a
guided tour of this amazing vessel.
3) Number 3 is St. Michael's Church
St. Michael's Church is in the centre of the city and in 1912 the construction of the church
that we see today was finished.
Visitors can explore the intricacies of one of the most impressive Protestant baroque
churches in Europe.
Climb the tower to get a closer look at Germany's biggest clock bell and admire Hamburg's city
and harbour views from the observation deck at 106 meters above the Elbe River.
2) At number 2 is the Elbphilharmonie
Officially unveiled in 2017, the Elbphilharmonie is Hamburg’s tallest inhabited building
at more than 100 metres.
Visitors can explore one of the largest and most acoustically advanced concert halls in
the world, learn about the Elbphilharmonie's history and hear about its role in Hamburg
society.
On the shimmering facade are around 1,000 curved windows, and at the very top is the
Plaza, an observation deck and sleek cafe both open to the public.
1) And at number 1 is Miniatur Wunderland
Miniatur Wunderland is one of the world's largest model railroad systems and has become
a main tourist highlight of Hamburg.
Visitors can admire different countries and even an airport in miniature size.
Besides the impressive miniature versions of Hamburg, the Austrian Alps, France, Italy,
North America and Scandinavia, there are 15.4 kilometres of railway track and visitors can
flick a total of 200 switches to control things like windmills, a helicopter or space shuttle.
So that sums up our top 10 things to do in Hamburg, we hope you enjoyed, if you did please
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