Cheap Flights to Hamburg with PLAY

PLAY flies to Hamburg Airport (HAM) - Terminal 1. The airport is 11 km from the city center and is serviced by trains, taxis, shuttles, car hires and bus routes. The S-Bahn train line departs every 10 minutes to the Central Station and buses are located in departure area C. More information can be found on Hamburg Airport's official website.

Innovation in Old-World Germany

Hamburg is the second most populous city in Germany behind Berlin. Boasting one of the largest and busiest ports in Europe, Hamburg is the country’s commercial center and its metropolitan area is both diverse and affluent as a result. Enriched with a deep international history, Hamburg is a city of fascinating facades. The eclectic mix of stately buildings, public parks and fresh and modern architecture lend Hamburg a charming and happening character.
Like many German cities, Hamburg was heavily bombed during WWII, but has been ambitiously rebuilt with innovation and respect for its history. As a result, Hamburg has maintained its past charm whilst embracing its new opportunities. A vibrant culture, historical museums, and eye-catching architecture, make Hamburg the perfect destination for a fun city break.

Hamburg's Miniature Wonderland and the Birth of Beatlemania

One of Hamburg’s more unique attractions is The Miniatur Wunderland, the world’s largest model railway. At 1,490m2 in size, this fantasy-like attraction is home to 260,000 miniature people and receives approx. 1 million visitors every year. This is also the city that raised one of the most popular bands of all time, the Beatles, who honed their skills in their early days, playing various clubs in Hamburg. The Hamburg nightlife still lives up to its reputation with plenty of lively bars and colorful clubs to discover. As the river Elbe runs through this port city, Hamburg’s numerous canals lend it a unique and fantastic character. A guided boat tour through Hamburg’s waterways is a great way to get to know this picturesque oldtimer.