Hamburg is perhaps Germany’s most happening city. A hub of music, culture and art, it’s the go-to destination for people all across the continent.
Madness at the Miniatur Wunderland
Miniatur Wunderland is a must-visit location for couples, friends and families alike. It’s home to the world’s largest model railway, among many other captivating sights – such as the model steam trains, as well as the Lufthansa planes taking off from a replica of Hamburg Airport.
But that’s not everything. There are also models of Rome’s Colosseum, St Peter’s Basilica and many other iconic structures. Make sure that you give yourself plenty of time, though. The museum constitutes many rooms, and the model railway spans for a whopping ten miles. We would recommend booking online in advance.
Experience the Flohschanze
The Flohschanze Market is one of the most exciting arenas in Hamburg city centre. Located in the Sterhchanze district, an area previously known for its meat packing factories, the weekend market is a treasure trove of vintage clothing, dusty antiques and old books.
After a long day of rifling through the bric-a-brac, stop by for a drink or a bite to eat in the Pfortner Hauschen, housed in a former abattoir gatehouse. The fischbrotchen sandwiches are a speciality, as are the many German wheat beers and Helles lagers. If you enjoy your pale ales and gherkins, this is the place for you.
Get forty winks in the Gasworks
The Gastwerk Hotel is a hip hotel housed in, you guessed it, a former gasworks. The 120-year-old structure, located in the west end commune of Bahrenfeld, is the hotel of choice for in-the-know visitors to the city. But if you want to stay here, you need to book well in advance.
The minimalist rooms and steel structure give the hotel a modern yet industrial feel, and the Moroccan spa will relax you just as much as the stylish bar. The hotel has a sister branch in the St Pauli area of the city.
Car hire in Hamburg is an ideal way to explore this fantastic German city. Visit us at the airport and we will get you on your way to a quirky and fun visit to this hip and remarkable city. We know you’ll love every single minute of your time spent in the city of Hamburg.