Hamburg, the second largest city in Germany, has traditionally lived in Berlin’s shadow – but not anymore.

The northern metropolis has become a media and industrial hub in modern times, with Hamburg now one of the most affluent and best places to live anywhere in Europe.

And tourists can’t get enough of Hamburg’s charms. From art to history and music to marathons, the city now attracts over four million visitors each year. Read on to find out about some of the interesting and innovative places to visit when Staying in a Hamburg hotel this year.

St Michaelis Church

A truly iconic landmark of Hamburg, visitors are drawn from across both across Germany and further afield to gaze upon and worship at St Michaelis Church. The glorious Baroque building was originally constructed in 1786 and is dedicated to the archangel Michael. One of the main attractions of the building is the glorious bronze sculpture of Michael vanquishing the Devil, which welcomes tourists as they enter through the main entrance.

Today, visitors can climb St Michaelis’ 132 metre-high spire, where they will be able to soak up fantastic views of Hamburg’s skyline and harbour district.

A view from St Michaelis Church, Hamburg, Germany by Marcus Winter

Tierpark Hagenbeck

Hamburg Zoo was originally opened in 1907 and is the rival of any in Europe. The zoo was the first to pioneer cageless exhibits, and it still uses moats to this day to improve visitor experiences by providing them with panoramic and lifelike enclosures.

The zoo has 210 different species of animals, with tourists able to feed the hugely popular elephants, lions and polar bears during their trip to this highly-respected conservation centre.

Tierpark Hagenbeck, Hamburg Zoo, Germany by Stephan Mosel

Tierpark Hagenbeck: https://www.hagenbeck.de/en/tierpark/start.html

Hamburger Dom

The Dom is the largest fair in Germany and can more than match anything Berlin has to offer in terms of excitement. Held for 30 days in spring, summer and winter, it is located at the heart of Hamburg in front of St Mary’s Cathedral. Tourists can not only enjoy its Ferris wheel and other fairground attractions but buy local delicacies and products from the Dom’s market stalls.

Hamburger Dom, Hamburg, Germany by BineHerzog

Hamburger Dom: https://www.hamburg.de/dom/

Long Night of Museums

This renowned event sees many of Hamburg’s excellent museums and cultural institutions throw open their doors for an all-night extravaganza. The idea might have originated in Berlin but Hamburg has perfected it. Around 40 top attractions, including the Museum of Arts and Crafts and the Deichtorhallen, stay open into the night, allowing visitors to enjoy their collections in the unique moonlit conditions.

Hamburg State Opera

The city’s opera company is the envy of art lovers across the world, with Hamburg one of the leading lights in staging productions. Opera dates back to 1678 in the city and is now housed in the innovative Staatsoper building. The company has received international acclaim for its pioneering programme and tourists are as likely to be able to enjoy a world premiere of new and exciting shows as an operatic classic.

Hamburg State Opera: hamburgische-staatsoper.de

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Ease of Access

Europe being one the hottest destination for culture, tradition, arts and modern science has got its connections to the entire world. This continent is connected from the entire globe through the airways. Almost all parts of the globe run its daily flights to this place and there are few travel agencies on the net which offer huge discounts to the tourists and added advantages too.

Fair Accommodation

Europe is one of the wealthiest places on the surface. But, do not be disappointed if you are travelling on budget. This place has got all types of accommodations starting from the most expensive and luxurious villas to the dormitories. You can make your choice depending on the budget and they offer perfect safety. However it is always advisable to make the reservations in advance to have the best of the trip.

Tasty Food

The entire continent of Europe is known for its food. This food has amazing blend of taste, flavor and smell. There are wide variety of range in the dishes which are made of both the veggies and the non vegetarians. If you are diet conscious then make sure you make alternate arrangements for the food and watch out before you load your plate because the European dishes are filled with calories.

Venice, Italy / photo by admin

Endless list of places to visit

Europe has got more than nine thousand places in which every place has got numerous places to visit which have museums, art galleries, science exhibits, historical places, nature spots, adventure locations, amusement parks and wide list of places to know the tradition and culture of Europe.

Advantage to American and Canadian citizens

Visiting Europe has an advantage to American and Canadian citizens. It is not mandatory to have a visa to enter most of the countries in Europe for American and Canadian citizens. It means that they can cross the borders with an ease and that will even save them a lots of money in case of visas.

More perfect to visit during winters

If you are in a plan to pay a visit to Europe in winter, then you can have the complete experience of Europe. The weather here in winders is just simply superb. Most of the shopping areas also have heavy discount sales here during this time of the year. Make sure you carry enough luggage bags, because you can never end your shopping the world’s famous brands here.

The final words

The localities here are very friendly and they just like spending time with the tourists. You will get a chance to know Europe like a localities and have the complete fun of being here.

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Parc Asterix is based on the stories of Asterix and Obelix – who are famous French comic book heroes (the Gallic warriors). They lived around the year of 50 BC, and fight successfully against Roman legions with the help of a magic potion. Parc Asterix offers more than 30 attractions, especially the large variety of roller coasters and 3 different performances.

Among the favorite characters from comic books and movies you can experience the adventure on a bobsleigh and the turbulent water flow. You will find here also the Dolphinarium, classic Gallic village, and if you will have a good luck, one of the Druid offers you a magic potion.

In the complex there are also sections devoted to ancient Greece, Roman Empire and the Vikings. There is a roller coaster La Trace Du Hourra that transports you to ancient times in a speed of 60 km/h. For those of you who are more adventurous there is a roller coaster Goudurix, where you will be several times upside down. Another interesting fun is a wooden roller coaster Tonnerre de Zeus, which can ride at speeds up to 85 km/h. The track was even named the best wooden roller coaster in Europe.

Parc Asterix is open during the summer season from April to August almost daily from 10:00 to 18:00. You can visit it also throughout the whole year, but at first check the opening calendar at their main website to ensure it is open.

Very close to this park you can enjoy fun also in France’s and Europe’s most visited tourist attraction – Disneyland Paris, which is only approx. 30km far.

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