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See the city highlights of Hamburg, the second-largest city in Germany, noted for its seamless blend of historic landmarks and modern architecture.

Your half-day tour begins with views of 'Speicherstadt,' which is not only a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2015 but also the world's largest warehouse complex, built during the turn of the century. The impressive one-mile warehouse district is an important Hamburg landmark renowned for its outstanding Gothic architecture.

Continue on to 'Rathaus,' or City Hall.

Explore the exterior of this dramatic building and even take a peek inside (if possible). The Rathaus is the symbolic heart of this beautiful city, an impressive neo-Renaissance building and the seat of the city senate and parliament.

Look to the north for the Venetian-style Alster Arkaden before re-boarding the motor coach and heading to Alster Lake, where you will have time to take pictures of this beautiful landmark. You'll also drive past the modern TV Tower, the tallest in the city, and Planten & Blomen (plants and flowers), a verdant urban park. Then, the remains of St. Nikolas Church come into view, hinting at the former grandeur of what was once one of the main churches in Hamburg.

Your next stop is extraordinary St. Michael's Church, where you'll disembark for a tour and listen to the public service (in German) followed by a short public organ recital. Called the 'Michel' by locals, this baroque church is considered by architecture aficionados to be one of the most beautiful in northern Germany. St. Michael's has the unique distinction of having caught fire three times over its history yet still lives to tell the tale. Amazingly, the bell and copper bell tower have always remained intact. Look up over the threshold and spy the copper Archangel Michael. Next, step inside, take your seat and appreciate the marble pulpit crafted to look like a chalice and the marble altar that has three sections depicting scenes from the life of Jesus Christ.

The organist has the choice of four organs to play, one of which is the largest in the world housed in a church. The excellent acoustics bring the music to life within this awe-inspiring setting.

Afterwards, stroll over to Krameramtsstuben, the oldest residential district in Hamburg. Loosely translated it means Grocers' Apartments; the area served as home for widows of the men who served in the Grocers' Institute. Although the area has been converted into shops and a restaurant, there is one apartment that has been preserved as a museum with furnishings that date back to the 1800s.

Re-board the motor coach for the conclusion of your city tour. Get picturesque views and a last glimpse of the city's vibrant life as you drive through the red-light sailor's district with its hopping nightclub scene, the harbor district, which offers an opportunity to see the bustling activity that moves in and out of the port, and the promenade before you return to port.