Exploring Hamburg: A Comprehensive Guide for Tourists

Table of Contents

1. Ministerium für Binnenwirtschaft, Stadtentwicklung und Umwelt (BSU)
2. Speicherstadt and the Miniatur Wunderland
3. Elbphilharmonie
4. Hamburger Rathaus (Town Hall) & Rathausmarkt
5. Church of St. Michael
6. International Maritime Museum
7. Planten un Blomen
8. Fischmarkt (Fish Market)
9. Reeperbahn and St. Pauli
10. Japanese Garden in Ohlsdorf Cemetery

<a name"ministry"> Ministerium für Binnenwirtschaft, Stadtentwicklung und Umwelt (BSU)

• Start your day with a visit to the Ministry of Infrastructure, Urban Development and Environment. The building itself is a work of art and architecture, designed by Daniel Libeskind.
• Address: Große Bergstraße 61, 20354 Hamburg, Germany
• Operating Hours: Monday to Friday - 8 AM to 5 PM

<a name"speicherstadt"> Speicherstadt and the Miniatur Wunderland

• Explore the world’s largest contiguous warehouse complex – the Speicherstadt. Now home to numerous museums, shops, and restaurants.
• Nearby, don’t miss the Miniatur Wunderland, the world’s largest model railway.
• Address: Kehrwiederspitze 2, 20457 Hamburg, Germany
• Operating Hours: Monday to Sunday - 9 AM to 6 PM (Miniatur Wunderland)

<a name"elbphilharmonie"> Elbphilharmonie

• Admire the stunning architecture of the Elbphilharmonie concert hall, overlooking the river Elbe.
• Address: Platz der Bundespresidenten 1, 20457 Hamburg, Germany
• Operating Hours: Concerts and events schedule varies, check the official website for details.

<a name"rathaus"> Hamburger Rathaus (Town Hall) & Rathausmarkt

• Visit the impressive Town Hall in the city center, one of the most important historic buildings in Hamburg.
• Take a tour inside and don’t forget to climb up the tower for panoramic views over the city.
• Address: Rathausstraße 11, 20095 Hamburg, Germany
• Operating Hours: Monday to Friday - 9 AM to 6 PM (tower visits from 10 AM to 4:30 PM)

<a name"stmichael"> Church of St. Michael

• Wander through the historic center and visit the Church of St. Michael, a beautiful example of Brick Gothic architecture.
• Address: Michaelisstraße 58, 20095 Hamburg, Germany
• Operating Hours: Monday to Saturday - 10 AM to 6 PM; Sunday - 1 PM to 6 PM

<a name"maritimemuseum"> International Maritime Museum

• Discover the rich maritime history of Hamburg at the International Maritime Museum.
• Address: Kaispeicher A, Am Kai 62, 20457 Hamburg, Germany
• Operating Hours: Monday to Sunday - 10 AM to 6 PM

<a name"plantenblomen"> Planten un Blomen

• Enjoy a tranquil moment in the heart of the city at Planten un Blomen park. It’s particularly beautiful in summer with its fountains and greenhouses.
• Address: Steinwerderstraße 56, 20357 Hamburg, Germany
• Operating Hours: Monday to Sunday - 8 AM to 10 PM (April to October); 9 AM to 5 PM (November to March)

<a name"fishmarket"> Fischmarkt (Fish Market)

• Visit the historic Fish Market early in the morning for a lively atmosphere and fresh seafood.
• Address: Fischmarkt, 20457 Hamburg, Germany
• Operating Hours: Tuesday to Sunday - 5 AM to 9:30 AM (fish auction at 5 AM)

<a name"reeperbahn"> Reeperbahn and St. Pauli

• Experience the vibrant nightlife of Reeperbahn, one of the world’s most famous entertainment districts.
• Visit St. Pauli, the neighborhood known for its bars, clubs, and the iconic red-light district.
• Address: Reeperbahn 1-23, 20359 Hamburg, Germany
• Operating Hours: Bars and Clubs - Vary depending on the venue

<a name"japangarden"> Japanese Garden in Ohlsdorf Cemetery

• Find peace in the stunning Japanese Garden located within Ohlsdorf Cemetery. It’s a great spot for a quiet moment amidst beautiful scenery.
• Address: Ohlsdorfer Chaussee 180, 22305 Hamburg, Germany
• Operating Hours: April to October - 9 AM to 6 PM; November to March - 10 AM to 4 PM