Unraveling the Journey of Emigrants at BallinStadt - Emigrant Museum Hamburg
Explore the rich history of emigration at BallinStadt - Emigrant Museum Hamburg, a journey through time and personal stories of courage and hope.
Discover the poignant stories of millions who embarked on their journey for a better life at BallinStadt - Emigrant Museum Hamburg. This immersive museum offers a deep dive into the history of emigration from Germany, showcasing personal stories, exhibits, and interactive experiences that bring the past to life.
A brief summary to BallinStadt - Emigrant Museum Hamburg
- Veddeler Bogen 2, Hamburg, Hamburg-Mitte, 20539, DE
- +494031979160
- Visit website
- Tuesday 10 am-4:30 pm
- Wednesday 10 am-4:30 pm
- Thursday 10 am-4:30 pm
- Friday 10 am-4:30 pm
- Saturday 10 am-4:30 pm
- Sunday 10 am-4:30 pm
Local tips
- Plan your visit on a weekday for a quieter experience, as weekends can be busy.
- Check the museum's website for special exhibitions or events that may coincide with your visit.
- Consider joining a guided tour to gain deeper insights into the exhibits and personal stories.
- Don't miss the outdoor area featuring historic shipping vessels, which adds to the emigration experience.
- Make sure to allocate enough time to explore all sections, as there is a wealth of information to absorb.
Getting There
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Public Transport
If you are starting from Hamburg Hauptbahnhof (the main train station), take the S-Bahn line S3 or S31 towards Harburg Rathaus. After approximately 15 minutes, get off at the station 'Veddel'. From the Veddel station, exit and walk straight for about 10 minutes. You will see Veddeler Bogen 2 on your right, which is where the BallinStadt - Emigrant Museum is located.
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Bus
From Hamburg Hauptbahnhof, take bus number 150 towards 'Harburg'. Get off at the stop 'Veddeler Bogen'. From there, the museum is just a short 5-minute walk. Head towards Veddeler Bogen and you will find the BallinStadt museum at number 2.
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Walking
If you are near the Elbphilharmonie, you can walk to the museum. Head towards the subway station 'Baumwall' and take the U3 line towards 'Wandsbek-Gartenstadt'. Get off at 'Landungsbrücken' and transfer to the S-Bahn S3 or S31 towards Harburg Rathaus. Get off at 'Veddel' and walk about 10 minutes to reach Veddeler Bogen 2.
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Taxi
For a more direct route, you can take a taxi from any point in Hamburg. Just give the driver the address 'Veddeler Bogen 2, 20539 Hamburg'. The ride should take around 15-20 minutes depending on traffic.
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