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Historic, maritime and diverse The cultural city of Hamburg welcomes you

With its flair and maritime charm, Hamburg impresses every visitor anew! Start your Hamburg excursion by exploring the city's top sights. Discover Hamburg's maritime highlights and get close to Hamburg's history. Whether it's culture, culinary delights or shopping, Hamburg is unbelievably diverse.

Hamburg is well located in Europe. It is very easy to connect different cities and plan a vacation with city highlights of other countries.

Home of "The Wanderer above the Sea of Fog" by Caspar David Friedrich

© Caspar David Friedrich, Wanderer über dem Nebelmeer, um 1817, Dauerleihgabe der Stiftung Hamburger Kunstsammlungen, Foto: Elke Walford

The Wanderer above the Sea of Fog - Caspar David Friedrich

The “Wanderer above the Sea of Fog” – the most famous painting by one of the most important representatives of German Romanticism, Caspar David Friedrich, is at home here: in Hamburg! The city on the waterfront looks back on around 1,200 years of history and skillfully combines historical sights such as the UNESCO World Heritage Site – Speicherstadt & Kontorhausviertel – with new cultural beacons such as the Elbphilharmonie concert hall.

Shaped by the port and trade, cosmopolitanism and tolerance are firmly anchored in Hamburg's DNA. In Germany's second largest city, people in search of culture, enjoyment and nature will find exactly what they are looking for. That’s why – Hamburg!

Get inspired The most important sights in Hamburg

Miniatur Wunderland

One of the most popular sights in Germany - located directly in the UNESCO Speicherstadt warehouse district on the waterfront

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UNESCO World Heritage Speicherstadt

The UNESCO Wold Heritage Speicherstadt is probably the best-known symbol of the maritime history of city

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Town Hall

Hamburg City Hall - built between 1886 and 1897 - dominates the centre of the city with its impressive architecture.

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St. Michael's Church

Hamburg's most famous church: at a height of 106 metres, it offers a fabulous view over Hamburg and the port

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Elbphilharmonie

The Elbphilharmonie is an unprecedented synthesis of the arts, combining architecture, music and a unique location in the centre of Hamburg's harbour

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Kontorhaus Quarter

The Kontorhaus district was built in the 1920s and 1930s and represents classic Hamburg brick expressionism

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Traditional Fish Market

Legendary and a must for every visitor: Hamburg's most traditional market since 1703

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Reeperbahn

Hot spot for live music and a unique party culture from nightclubs to sparkling shows and colourful musicals

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Alster Lake in the City Centre

The smaller part of the Alster lake is characteristically recognisable by the Alster fountain and is perfect for a walk

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The historic city at the waterfront in Northern Germany The first visit to Hamburg: Our recommendations

The best start for a trip to Hamburg for the first time: A stroll through the UNESCO World Heritage Speicherstadt and enjoying the best local food.

Speicherstadt UNESCO World Heritage

Speicherstadt UNESCO World Heritage

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Gastronomy in Hamburg

Gastronomy in Hamburg

A trip for fans of culture and music

Enjoy the elegant city - from discovering your European roots in the Emigration museum in die morning, a visit of the world famous Elbphilharmonie concert hall in the afternoon to a jazzy bar evening.

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BallinStadt Find your European roots in the Emigration Museum

The emigrant museum BallinStadt in Hamburg shows in its exhibition the emigration history, this living conditions, experiences during their journeys and the unique Hamburg passenger lists.

Find your European roots in the Emigration Museum

Hamburg's landmark on the Waterfront Elbphilharmonie

The Elbphilharmonie is truly a building of superlatives and has set itself the goal of becoming one of the ten best concert halls in the world. Surrounded by three sides of water, the spectacular building houses also a public viewing Plaza with a breathtaking and unbeatable 360° panoramic view over the entire city and harbour.

Elbphilharmonie

Jazz up close Discover exciting new clubs in the evening

The Hanseatic city's newest jazz club has opened its doors: Right next to Hamburg City Hall, the club has been welcoming music-loving visitors since November 2024.

Discover exciting new clubs in the evening

Hamburg Highlights

The setting on the banks of the Elbe River and the Alster Lake give the city its unique shape. The massive Hamburg harbour, the historic Town Hall, the UNESCO World Heritage Speicherstadt and the Elbphilharmonie concert hall are Hamburg’s iconic tourist attractions.

The city is made for a perfect city trip: strolling along the sandy beaches of the Elbe River, exploring the world's largest model railway Miniatur Wunderland, or shopping in the high street shops in the city center are must-dos.

Hotels and sights Tips for your next trip to Hamburg

Stylish hotels and unique culture - Hamburg has it all! Check into top addresses such as The Fontenay or the Conrad Hotel. A visit to the State Opera or to one of the most popular museums the Kunsthalle, a trip to the historic city of Hamburg creates exiting experiences.

Hamburger Kunsthalle

The Hamburger Kunsthalle is one of the most important and largest art museums in Germany. Its first-class collection takes visitors through 8 centuries. In 2019, it celebrated a round birthday: 150 years ago, the Kunsthalle was opened to the public.

Hamburger Kunsthalle

Glockengießerwall 5
20095 Hamburg

Hamburgische Staatsoper

Visitors to Hamburg who are looking for high-class opera entertainment will be spoiled with grandiose performances in the time-honoured Hamburg State Opera.

Hamburgische Staatsoper

Große Theaterstraße 25
20354 Hamburg

MONTBLANC HAUS

With the MONTBLANC HAUS, the Hamburg-based company has created a place that inspires writing. Find out more about Montblanc's history and rediscover the power of writing in two exhibitions, a guided tour of the Manufacturing Facility or creative classes in the Writing Atelier.

MONTBLANC HAUS

Montblanc Haus

Hellgrundweg 98
22525 Hamburg

St. Michaelis Church

Hamburg has many large churches - but only one "Michel": On its platform 106 metres high, there is a fabulous (and breezy) view of Hamburg, the port and the surrounding countryside - one that should not be missed!

St. Michaelis Church

Michel - St. Michaelis Kirche

Englische Planke 1
20459 Hamburg

The Fontenay

The hotel "THE FONTENAY" at the Outer Alster Lake is a modern luxury hotel in the heart of the city.

The Fontenay

Fontenay 10
20354 Hamburg

Music and museums From Beatles to opera: Culture is part of Hamburg's DNA

Centuries of culture have shaped Hamburg as a city. Here, you can find the German state opera with many popular Italian operas. In the St. Pauli district, The Beatles had their first concerts before reaching world fame. Famous exhibitions can be visited in our diverse museums. Find out more about cultural highlights beyond language and in English language in our overview.

A Milestone in Pop Music The Beatles in Hamburg

In the matter of two years, five young lads from Liverpool transformed into the most famous pop band of the 1960s: the Beatles! It was in the live music clubs of St Pauli that the Beatles developed their distinctive style and laid the foundations for their world career

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The Beatles in Hamburg

© Hamburger Kunsthalle / Foto: Kay Riechers

Artistic highlights Art & Exhibitions

A visit to one of Hamburg’s museums involves rare old pieces on display in our magnificent buildings, but you’ll also find a number of smaller, owner-operated galleries, as well as contemporary art, pop up installations, street art and collections aimed specifically at the littlest visitors.

Art & Exhibitions

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Culture in English Cultural highlights for our international guests

Our international guests can fully embrace Hamburg's cultural diversity. From theatre and classical music to museums and exhibitions, our cultural institutions offer a wide range of activities in English.

Cultural highlights for our international guests

The maritime city in Northern Germany in a nutshell Fun Facts about Hamburg

Hamburg is a city of superlatives and surprises, ready to charm visitors with its exceptional flair and diverse offerings. Here are some of the fascinating highlights that make Hamburg truly unique:

A City Shaped by Water

Hamburg's deep connection with water defines its character. From the bustling port on the River Elbe to the to the calm Alster lakes, water is a constant presence throughout Hamburg and part of the city's identity.

Bridges Galore

Hamburg is one of the most bridge-rich cities in the world, boasting over 2,500 bridges—outnumbering even Amsterdam and Venice combined! With around 8% of the city covered by water, it's no wonder Hamburg needs so many crossings.

A Cultural Haven

With over 120 museums and theatres, Hamburg is a cultural hub. Whether it's contemporary art or maritime history, there's something for everyone.

A Heavyweight Marvel

The Elbphilharmonie, Hamburg's iconic concert hall, is an architectural marvel weighing an impressive 200,000 tons—roughly 20 times the weight of the Eiffel Tower.

The Beatles’ First Stage

Before taking the world by storm, the Beatles honed their craft in Hamburg. Walk in their footsteps on a Beatles tour and see where it all began.

Green at Heart

Around 72% of Hamburg’s area is covered by green spaces, making it one of the greenest cities in the world. And just beyond the city lies the “Altes Land,” Europe’s largest contiguous fruit-growing region.

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