Congress Center Hamburg, Hamburg, Germany

Previously referred to as the Congress Centrum Hamburg, the Congress Center Hamburg is a convention center located in the city of Hamburg in Germany. It sits just beside the urban park of Planten un Blomen, close to the Hamburg Dammtor railway station. The Congress Center Hamburg officially broke ground in early March 1970 and was finally opened to the public in mid-April three years later. It was dubbed as the first-ever convention center in the country and now boasts of six rooms with varying capacities from 700 to over 2,600 and one hall with a capacity of more than 6,200.

While exploring Hamburg, you should also include the Alma Hoppes Lustspielhaus in your itinerary. This theater is home for political and satirical cabaret in the city and dates back to 1927. Lovers of sweets, especially chocolates, should not miss the opportunity to visit the Chocolate Museum, as well. The facility takes its visitors to a 90-minute food tour around the area, nibbling snacks and chocolates along the way. This is the perfect family-friendly activity you shouldn't miss.

You will not worry about finding accommodation within the city as it is packed with numerous ones. For a luxurious stay, check out the five-star Grand Elysee Hamburg, where guests are treated to a full-service spa, an airport shuttle, a fitness center, and four in-house restaurants. The 4.5-star Radisson Blu Hotel, Hamburg is also worth checking out. This upscale hotel features a rooftop terrace overlooking the city, a health club, a 24-hour business center, and car rentals within the property.