City: Hamburg
Top Things to do in Hamburg
10 Free Things to do in Hamburg That You Shouldn't Miss
Second only to Berlin in size and population, the city of Hamburg is home to one of the biggest harbors in Europe. A stroll along its many waterways and canals illustrates why it has been called the "Venice of the North." Don't miss a trip to the local fish market (Fischmarkt), the Merchants District (marked by its imposing red-brick architecture), a fine dining experience along the river or a night out in the university quarter. And did we mention the Reeperbahn (red light district)? It's quite famous for its… red lights.
Restaurants in Hamburg
1. Opolum
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5.0 based on 471 reviews
2. St. Michael's Church
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4.5 based on 4,244 reviews
This huge 18th-century cathedral is Hamburg's best known architectural landmark.
Reviewed By Trac4 - Howell, United States
The Michel is a beautiful old and historic church. When we visited there was a Christmas market in the basement - pretty, but very crowded as well. The church itself is a beautiful place to just sit, reflect, and admire. Outside in front of the church was another Christmas market with booths and vendors, plus a Kemmsche Braune Kuchen bus which sold the famous cookies. I was thrilled to find it there. Definitely worth a visit to this beautiful church at any time of the year!
3. Binnenalster
4. Alster
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4.5 based on 1,516 reviews
Hamburg's outer port area provides visitors an escape from the crowds of the downtown area, featuring a number of recreational paths.
Reviewed By JesperRed - Copenhagen, Denmark
We made the walk on a sunny September Sunday. So nice. Plenty of nice places for food or coffe. Nice view. Take care of the bicycles.
5. Jungfernstieg
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4.5 based on 1,133 reviews
This street is famous for its concentration of quality fashion stores.
Reviewed By curiosityseeker19
A must! with lots of food, wine/beer and vending booths all lite up with Christmas lights and trees all in front of the beautiful town hall. Large market starts at the HaupBahnhof.
6. Speicherstadt
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4.5 based on 4,972 reviews
Reviewed By WLae - Hamburg, Germany
This historic part of the ancient harbour warehouse area is an impressive view as well as a cool place with lots of museums (minatur wondeland, ship-paintings, tee ....), amusement (Hamburg Dungeon, Dinner in the dark, ...). Further it is very close to the Elbphilharmonie which has been built on top of a former warehouse in that area. Special boat tours are available at Landungsbrücken to have a look at the old buildings from the waterside.
7. Altona City Hall
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4.5 based on 4,066 reviews
Reviewed By JohnPaul78 - Swindon, United Kingdom
Went here whilst in Hamburg its right in the centre of the city and well worth a visit the architecture is amazing.
8. Alster Lakes
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4.5 based on 1,058 reviews
You can take a guided boat tour of the lake, or rent a canoe. There are running/walking paths through the park, along with bars and cafes.
Reviewed By PieterImhof1 - Hoevelaken, The Netherlands
These two lakes are a place for relaxation, sporting, walking and joy. In the center of Hamburg city these lakes provide scenery to and from the Altstadt and the rest of the city. An easy trip to cycle around these lakes and get various impressions of hamburg, since the districts around the lake are quite different
9. Chile House
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4.5 based on 343 reviews
Reviewed By Steve4H - Gloucestershire, United Kingdom
Impressive architecture, worth a visit if you are in to that sort of thing. It is however, strangely captivating!
10. Old Botanical Garden
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4.5 based on 116 reviews
The Tropengewächshaus: location, opening times The Tropengewächshaus (tropical greenhouse) is situated within the park 'Planten un Blomen' near Dammtor railway and S-Bahn station.
Reviewed By phdhebd - Manchester, United Kingdom
We had a wonderful walk in the botanical gardens on a trip out of busy Hamburg. The place is incredibly peaceful with a host of wonderfully arranged and carefully planned sections representing plants from around the world. We visited on a beautifully sunny day and enjoyed just sitting with a coffee and soaking up the atmosphere. We especially enjoyed seeing the beds full of poisonous and medicinal plants. The gardens are well worth a visit if you happen to be in Hamburg and are very easy to get to via public transport. This was one of the highlights of our holiday.
