Hamburg Harbor — Attraction in Hamburg

Hamburg is the second largest city in Germany after the capital city of Berlin. It lies on the river Elbe and two of its tributaries, the river Alster and the river Bille. It is Europe's third largest port. It is a major tourist attraction. It gave birth to movements like Hamburg Schule and paved the way for bands like the Beatles. Germany's oldest stock exchange, Berenberg Bank (world's oldest merchant bank) and the multinational companies like Airbus, Beiersdorf, Unilever have their presence here. It has got architecturally brilliant buildings of different styles. No skyscrapers can be seen here. It is known for several festivals and regular events. Some of them are street festivals. The American hamburger may have developed from Hamburg's Frikadeller. Hamburg hauptbahnhof is the busiest railway station in Germany. Navigating Hamburg is easy with train, bus, car or bike. It is a great city for higher education and it is one of Germany's...

The harbor of Hamburg is very interesting. I would suggest booking a harbor cruise to fully experience the ins and outs. We booked the 'Hamburg: 1.5-Hour Harbor and Speicherstadt Day Cruise' on GetYourGuide, which had a tour guide providing lots of information. The tour guide mainly spoke German, but there is an audio guide available in other languages. These cruises can get really cold, especially when it's windy. On this particular cruise, you can sit inside, but there are only a limited number of seats. So check the weather in advance and dress appropriately. The Speicherstadt is spectacular, the view from the water is...

About Hamburg

Located on the Elbe River in northern Germany Population of around 1.9 million people Known for its rich history, cultural institutions, and vibrant nightlife

Hamburger Labskaus: Try the local dish made with corned beef, potatoes, and onions Fischbrötchen: Enjoy a traditional fish sandwich Beer: Sample local brews at one of the many bars or restaurants

Hamburg is a great destination for culture lovers, history buffs, and those looking for a vibrant...