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Making History

Hans Makart's monumental The Entry of Emperor Charles V into Antwerp (1878) with sixty other 19th-century paintings and sculptures in the Lichtwark Gallery.

Now showing1 Oct 2020 – 2 Jan 2028€18

Impressionismus

About 70 paintings and sculptures from the museum's own holdings, questioning whether Impressionism still fits national categories (Deutsch-Französische Begegnungen).

Now showing29 Oct 2021 – 14 Nov 2027€18

Carrie Yamaoka

First solo show in Germany of the New York artist Carrie Yamaoka, winner of the Maria Lassnig Prize, in the Galerie der Gegenwart atrium.

Now showing21 Aug – 10 Jan 2027€18

David Novros

Retrospective of the Los Angeles-born painter David Novros: over 50 paintings, copper reliefs and works on paper across two floors of the Galerie der Gegenwart.

Now showing9 Oct – 21 Feb 2027€18

Unstable Media in the 21st Century

About 40 key works from the Centre Pompidou's New Media Collection on some of today's most radical voices in media art.

Upcoming20 Nov – 2 May 2027€18

SIGNA: Ich lüge, um zu weinen

SIGNA's first visual art installation in Germany turns the Hubertus Wald Forum into tableau-like scenes. Recommended for ages 16 and up.

Upcoming9 Dec – 3 Jan 2027€18

Modernism on the Move

Eight stories from the modern world 1915 to 1980, with artists from Argentina, India, Japan, Poland, South Africa, Turkey, Ukraine, Uruguay and the USA.

Upcoming9 Apr 2027 – 1 Aug 2027€18

Almut Heise

Major solo show of the Hamburg-based painter Almut Heise (b. 1944) with paintings, drawings and prints, organised with the Haus am Waldsee, Berlin.

Upcoming4 Jun 2027 – 3 Oct 2027€18

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MK&G - Museum für Kunst und Gewerbe Hamburg

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Local HistoryFree8 min walk

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Kunsthaus Hamburg

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Kunstverein in Hamburg

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Visitor Information

How much does Hamburger Kunsthalle cost?

Standard adult admission to Hamburger Kunsthalle is €18. Reduced €9. Under 18 free. Free on the first Thursday of the month from 6 pm to 9 pm. Short evening visit €9 (5 to 6 pm, Thursday 8 to 9 pm).. Prices for special exhibitions and timed-entry slots may differ.

What are the opening hours of Hamburger Kunsthalle?

Hamburger Kunsthalle is open Tuesday to Sunday 10:00 to 18:00, Thursday until 21:00. Closed Mondays. Special days: 24 Dec 2026 closed, 31 Dec 2026 10:00 to 15:00, 1 Jan 2027 12:00 to 18:00.. Holiday hours can vary, so check the museum's website before you go.

Where is Hamburger Kunsthalle?

Hamburger Kunsthalle is located at Glockengießerwall 5, 20095 Hamburg, Germany, in the Altstadt area of Hamburg. The nearest station is Hamburg Hauptbahnhof.

What can I see at Hamburger Kunsthalle?

Hamburg's main art museum, spanning seven centuries from Old Masters to contemporary art across three connected buildings. Current highlights include Carrie Yamaoka, Impressionismus and Making History.

Do I need to book Hamburger Kunsthalle in advance?

Booking ahead is recommended, especially for weekends, school holidays, and special exhibitions. Tickets are normally on the museum's website, and a pre-booked timed slot helps you avoid queues at the entrance.

When is the best time to visit Hamburger Kunsthalle?

Weekday mornings shortly after opening are typically the quietest, especially mid-week. Late afternoons can also be calmer. Weekends, school holidays, and the lunch rush are the busiest periods.