Few people give a thought to the dark drink that opens their eyes every morning. The Speicherstadt Kaffeerösterei is devoted entirely to the enjoyment of coffee and allows visitors to try its aromatically roasted products. With any luck, those who drink a small cup of coffee here in the guest room can also observe how the beans are roasted. For the roasting plant is situated right next to the guest area and is put into operation on request.
This promenade on the banks of the Elbe dates back to 1235 and is a prominent Hamburg landmark, where free evening concerts grace the promenade at night and guided tours are available during the day. Moreover, the street leads to some of the city's largest shopping malls, high-end shops, and art galleries.
Flohmarkt Flohschanze is a flea market with a slightly alternative touch. You will find a whole lot of products for the home like furniture, decorations and more. But there are also real little treasures to be found in many a cardboard box. In addition to the private traders there are professionals with new products. All in all the market has just the right size for a little weekend walk, and the low prices will definitely make the visit to Flohmarkt Flohschanze worth your while.
The second-hand apparel, clotheswear and accessories at Vintage & Rags seems to revive the good old days of the 50s, 60s and 70s. You feel like you're traveling back in time when browsing through the collection on display here. Checkered woolly trousers, bell bottom trousers and lumberjack wear are available at very reasonable prices, though comfortable tracksuits, jeans, blouses and leather wear are also part of the range of products at Vintage & Rags. And if you look closely, you frequently discover some of the latest designer wear by Joop or Boss at fair prices. So if you're the kind who has an affinity for vintage wear and wouldn't mind spending your time rummaging through shelves to look for that one special item, head to Vintage & Rags and also check out their website.
Since 1894, Käpt'n Haase’s seafaring friends brought curious treasures of the sea for him. An avid collector of all things intriguing, Hasse proudly displayed the treasures for all to admire. His eccentric collection, combined with his compelling storytelling, gained tremendous popularity, and several years later, became an inspiration for Harry's Hamburger Hafenbasar—one of the world’s most fascinating museums. Replete with African masks, handicrafts, tribal pots and pans, carvings, voodoo figures, pickled animals, stuffed exotic birds and even a couple of shrunken heads, the museum is a one-of-a-kind gateway into a world of mysteries and stories. The narrow, winding corridors of the museum boast of collectibles from South America, Polynesia and Asia. Some of the items here are also available for purchase at their store. No matter if you’re not a fan of the obscure treasures of the sea, a visit to Harry’s Hamburger Hafenbasar will amaze you.
St. Pauli Nachtmarkt is a beautiful night market that is held at the Spielbudenplatz. It commences at 4p and offers a variety of fresh food - meat, vegetables, fruits and other eatables along with plenty of revelry in the form of live music, gigs and events. The market is crowded with locals, making it a great place for people-watching, and of course, heavy-duty shopping!
The worldwide popularity of Harry Potter has shown that children's books are far from extinct. A few years ago, children's literature seemed threatened by Gameboys, Tamagotchis and other computer games, but a good story will never lose its charm. Kibula in Uhlenhorst has a good selection of picture books for toddlers as well as more advanced works for teenagers. The advice is excellent, which is a good thing bearing in mind that thousands of different children's books are published every year.
Granted, "record shop" is probably not the first thought that comes to mind when you read this place's name. However, Checkpoint Charlie is a special second-hand shop selling records and CDs of all imaginable musical styles. Browsing through the enormous quality selection offered here, there is one thing you can be sure of - all records and CDs have been thoroughly checked, so that you get a guarantee with every purchase. The Checkpoint also buys whole record collections.
One of the latest trends amongst Hamburg's companies are fruit and vegetable subscription orders. Gärtnerei Sannmann's nursery delivers a box of all natural treats to your office or home several times a week. Fruit and veg snacks contribute to good motivation at work and keep you from forcing down another awful tomato soup from the hot drinks dispenser. The price for your subscription order depends on the amount of fruit. The nursery is definitely worth a phone call or a visit.
If you don't like trainers with super high soles or screaming colours, but prefer a sophisticated Hanseatic understatement, and if you would rather wear classy garments instead of seasonal trendy things, the collections of Jil Sander are likely to appeal to you. And what might keep you from buying her fashion elsewhere makes it all the more attractive at Second Affair, as prices are very moderate here - despite the fact that the pieces are often brand new and come straight from the factory. Second-hand garments, among them many tempting timeless classics, are also waiting for new owners. In addition to clothes, the shop offers all the necessary accessories and a fine choice of shoes and bags. If you feel like spending a little more money after you've made your bargain here, you might like to take a look at the also moderately priced jewellery on display.
Om Shankari is an ideal shop for all those who are interested in Asian culture. The shop offers art, fashion, accessories and tea from India, Indonesia and Nepal. They have a collection of silk scarfs, interesting pieces of furniture, statues (the sitting Buddha is particularly popular), gems and typical spices. Om Shankari at Spritzenplatz also offers lots of products, which make excellent and original gifts.
Welsch is one of Hamburg's traditional fishmongers. The shop has supplied people with freshly caught fish from the Elbe, the North Sea and abroad since 1885. Welsch's seafood salads are particularly popular. They offer more than 70 salad varieties with first class seafood and vegetable ingredients. You can enjoy anything from a herring salad - for which every region in Europe has its own recipe - to a clam cocktail. Moreover, the shop offers a daily take-away lunch special .