Top Hamburg Attractions & Museums

Enjoy swift entry to Germany’s oldest wax figure exhibition with this skip-the-line Panoptikum ticket in Hamburg. With your ticket in hand, beat the queues to this popular attraction and head inside to begin exploring. See life-like waxworks from the silver screen alongside your favorite pop stars and important figures from the worlds of politics and culture. During your visit, snap a selfie with Angelina Jolie, pose for a photo with German chancellor Angela Merkel or gaze longingly into Robbie Williams’ eyes! The Panoptikum is suitable for visitors of all ages.

Explore the best Hamburg has to offer with this sightseeing pass and hop-on hop-off bus tour. Planning your itinerary can be overwhelming, but the Hamburg City Pass simplifies your experience and is available in 1-, 2-, 3-, 4-, or 5-day passes. This ultimate sightseeing package provides access to over 40 attractions, including St. Michaelis Church and the Panoptikum, plus unlimited public transport. Enjoy three guided tours, a complimentary 24-hour hop-on hop-off bus, and an original harbor cruise.

From the 1830s to the 1950s, roughly five million people left Europe through the Port of Hamburg, dreaming of better lives. The BallinStadt Emigration Museum commemorates their journeys through hands-on, interactive exhibitions, games, storytelling, and even a station for your own free genealogy research—after all, most of us come from long, long lines of emigrants.

Explore one of Hamburg’s most historic—and sordid—areas on a nighttime walking tour of the Reeperbahn. The city’s infamous red-light district (now also home to popular bars, clubs, and other nightlife destinations), the Reeperbahn comes alive after dark. Led by your guide, discover a Beatles memorial, the seedy Herbertstraße, and other local landmarks. As you go, learn about the characters who have frequented the area, and discover its unique history.

Discover Hamburg with the Hamburg Flex Pass — a digital sightseeing pass for flexible travellers who want choice, convenience, and value. Select 2–7 top attractions from Hamburg’s best experiences, including harbour cruises, Hop-on Hop-off sightseeing bus tours, guided tours, and key landmarks across the city. Explore highlights such as panoramic views from St. Michaelis Church, visit historic museum ships, or enjoy cruises along the Elbe. With one pass, you decide what to see and when. Your Flex Pass is valid for 30 days from first use, giving maximum freedom and stress-free planning. Each traveller can choose their own attractions, making it ideal for couples, families, and friends with different interests. Receive your digital pass instantly after booking for seamless mobile access. Simply show your pass at each attraction for smooth entry — no printing required. Enjoy a flexible, hassle-free way to experience Hamburg at your own pace.

An entry ticket and a self-guided audio tour of Elbphilharmonie and the streets of Hamburg are available in the WeGoTrip app. After booking, you’ll receive an email with a download link, your ticket, and a digital guide featuring maps, photos, scripts, and audio commentary. • Explore the world's most advanced concert hall and its historic surroundings with an audio tour • Walk along Elphi's Plaza and take in the breathtaking views of Hamburg's iconic landmarks • Reveal the secret of the concert hall's exceptional acoustics and state-of-the-art design • After your visit to Elphi, walk along the cobblestone streets, canals and red-brick houses of the historic Speicherstadt district • Learn how a pirate's treasure ended up as the tip of the most beautiful church in Hamburg