iInternationales Maritimes Museum Hamburg
The museum opened in 2008 in Kaispeicher B, one of the oldest surviving warehouses in the Port of Hamburg. Its core is the private maritime collection begun by Peter Tamm in 1934, with ship models, paintings, uniforms and charts. The permanent exhibition runs over ten upper floors, and Deck 7 hosts changing special exhibitions.
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What's On
Maritime Geschichte erleben mit PLAYMOBIL
Ten PLAYMOBIL dioramas by Oliver Schaffer, from Nile sailing to container shipping, with audio stations and play areas for families.
Heroes of the Sea – die Meere schützen
People and organisations worldwide who protect the oceans, with photographs by platform founder York Hovest, on Deck 7.
Plan Your Visit
Getting there
Hours
| Mon | 10:00–18:00 |
| Tue | 10:00–18:00 |
| Wed | 10:00–18:00 |
| Thu | 10:00–18:00 |
| Fri | 10:00–18:00 |
| Sat | 10:00–18:00 |
| SunToday | 10:00–18:00 |
Admission
From €18
Reduced 13 EUR; family (2 adults, up to 4 children aged 6-17) 38 EUR; Störtebeker ticket from 16:30 9 EUR
Accessibility
All exhibition areas are wheelchair-accessible; two elevators and an accessible toilet.
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Visitor Information
- How much does Internationales Maritimes Museum Hamburg cost?
- Standard adult admission to Internationales Maritimes Museum Hamburg is €18. Reduced 13 EUR; family (2 adults, up to 4 children aged 6-17) 38 EUR; Störtebeker ticket from 16:30 9 EUR. Prices for special exhibitions and timed-entry slots may differ.
- What are the opening hours of Internationales Maritimes Museum Hamburg?
- Internationales Maritimes Museum Hamburg is open Daily 10:00-18:00. Special hours apply on some dates. Shop and bookshop daily 10:00-18:30.. Holiday hours can vary, so check the museum's website before you go.
- Where is Internationales Maritimes Museum Hamburg?
- Internationales Maritimes Museum Hamburg is located at Koreastraße 1, 20457 Hamburg, in the HafenCity area of Hamburg. The nearest station is Meßberg (U3).
- What can I see at Internationales Maritimes Museum Hamburg?
- Peter Tamm's vast seafaring collection across ten decks of the 1879 Kaispeicher B warehouse in the HafenCity. Current highlights include Heroes of the Sea – die Meere schützen, Maritime Geschichte erleben mit PLAYMOBIL and Permanent exhibition: Ausstellungsrundgang.
- Do I need to book Internationales Maritimes Museum Hamburg 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 Internationales Maritimes Museum Hamburg?
- 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.
- Is Internationales Maritimes Museum Hamburg accessible?
- All exhibition areas are wheelchair-accessible; two elevators and an accessible toilet.
Image credits
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- Internationales Maritimes Museum HamburgFrank Schulenburg / Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 4.0
- Deichtorhallen Hamburg - Halle für aktuelle KunstDth-hamburg / Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 4.0
- Kunstverein in HamburgRaimond Spekking / Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 4.0
- Kunsthaus HamburgClaus-Joachim Dickow / Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 2.5