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Kunsthalle HamburgvsMuseum of Hamburg History
Both are highly recommended by travel writers. On balance, Hamburger Kunsthalle is the choice of most writers compared to Museum of Hamburg History. Hamburger Kunsthalle comes in at #2 in Hamburg with praise from 6 publications such as Michelin Guide, Fodor's and Concierge.
Kunsthalle Hamburg
Fodor's
Concierge
Frommer's
Lonely Planet
Michelin Guide
Time Out
Condé Nast Traveler Frommer's
Glockengiesserwall, 20095 Hamburg
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Fodor's "One of the most important art museums in Germany, the Kunsthalle has 3,500 paintings, 650 sculptures, and a coin and medal collection that dates from the ancient Roman era." Full review
Concierge "This art museum's collection spans from the 14th century to the present."
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Don't miss the work of Master Bertram, Hamburg's first known painter—the altarpiece he painted in 1379 is on display here.
Frommer's "A walk through the bright, handsome galleries of one of Germany’s outstanding art museums provides a head-spinning look at Western masterpieces." Full review
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Pride of place in the two buildings belongs to the Bertram altarpiece, painted for the St. Petri Church in 1379.
Lonely Planet Top Choice
"One of Germany's most prestigious art collections, the Kunsthalle displays works from the Middle Ages to today." Full review
Michelin Guide 2 Stars
"The museum's main attraction is German painting from the 19C." Full review
Time Out "The Kunsthalle is one of the most important museums in Germany, with astonishing holdings through 700 years of European art history." Full review
Condé Nast Traveler "The works at this art museum, one of most comprehensive in Germany, spans eight centuries, from the Middle Ages to today." Full review
Frommer's "A walk through the bright, handsome galleries of one of Germany’s outstanding art museums provides a head-spinning look at Western masterpieces." Full review
Museum of Hamburg History Fodor's Lonely Planet Michelin Guide
Atlas Obscura Michelin Guide
Holstenwall 24, 20355 Hamburg
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Fodor's "The museum's vast and comprehensive collection of artifacts gives you an excellent overview of Hamburg's development." Full review
Lonely Planet "Hamburg's history museum has lots of kid-friendly features." Full review
Michelin Guide 1 Star
"The museum also houses a vast department devoted to the port and sailing (more than 100 boat models)." Full review
Atlas Obscura "Wax models of disease and deformity are on display at this German medical museum. " Full review
Michelin Guide 1 Star
"Housed in a 19C neo-Renaissance palace, this large museum is home to a superb collection of sculpture, earthenware, furniture, jewellery and musical instruments." Full review
