St. James Church was built during the 14th and 15th centuries and is known for its ornate interior. Particularly noteworthy is the altarpiece depicting Luke, the Gentile physician, who wrote the "Gospel of Luke" and "Acts of the Apostles," and traveled with the Apostle Paul on his missionary journeys. There's also a beautiful pulpit made of marble and alabaster as well as one of the largest baroque-style organs in northern Europe, dating from 1693. Every Thursday at noon there is a guided tour of the organ, followed by a short concert. A guided tour of the church in English is available on the first Thursday of every month at 4 pm. The church tower houses a café with a splendid view over the city; it is run by the congregation and open on the first Saturday of every month. TRANSPORTATION: U3 Monckebergstrasse

Constructed during the 14th and 15th centuries, this stately brick church reflects Gothic influences, as evidenced by its massive, openwork tower. TRANSPORTATION: U1 Messberg

This brick church, built in 1762, is among Northern Germany's loveliest Baroque-style buildings. The tower, which was added in 1786, is the church's signature feature and is also considered Hamburg's definitive symbol. Twice daily, a trumpeter plays a solo from the tower while a full ensemble performs during festivals. At 433-feet high, the view from the tower's platform is breathtaking. TRANSPORTATION: S-Bahn Stadthausbrücke; U-Bahn U3 Rödingsmarkt

With its origins dating back to the early 18th century, this popular open-air market offers the finest in fresh seafood as well as a good variety of plants, flowers, fruits, animals, and decorative items. TRANSPORTATION: S-Bahn Reeperbahn