We were lucky, there were full view of Alster from our hotel room. But still we took a two hours boat ride. It was so peaceful that one cannot believe that could happen in a hectic city like Hamburg. More

The Alster lake is a great sunny day activity. Many of the locals are out and about. If you are a people watcher this is a great area to stroll and watch. More

You can see nice views of the city by taking a round-tour in the lake. There are many boat-routes you can choose from. It usually takes about an hour and it is recommended in the warm, sunny weather. More

you might have to much leg space sometimes but it is great, you can travel far on the lakes and I have taken a trip that took more than 2 houres but most just take the local rute whit is nice when the sun is up More

you can walk/ bike / jog your way around it, and you can others doing the same thing throughout the day. the sunset is very impressive, as the fountain (am, more like a water hose) in the evening, when everything is elegantly lit More

Another good place to visit while in hamburg, for me the name is always make me remember alsterwasser a lemonade beer with great taste in this area. More

Hotel Intercontinental and Crowne Plaza are bouth close. If you want to relax it's a good choice. If you want the night life, it wouldn't do for you. More

If you have 1 hour free of schedules, try to get yourself a boat ride on the Alster Lakes. Worth your time and very family-oriented. Whole family can enjoy. They have tickets for family, can save you some money. More

you can take boat trips around the lakes or walk/jog around if you`re fit. Plenty of places to stop and eat and drink and public transport excellent. So many streets to explore and will delight anybody anxious to spend some money. Lovely in all seasons More