Cap San Diego

Dubbed the White Swan of the South Atlantic for her elegant beauty, the Cap San Diego is a unique reminder of an almost forgotten maritime era. This floating monument has been moored in her home port of Hamburg since 1986. Found at the Überseebrücke jetty, it is the world's largest museum freighter that is still seaworthy – a fascinating, hand-on experience that brings maritime history to life. Built in 1962, the cargo freighter boasts 4,000m² of exhibition space, chronicling shipping down the ages. The vessel itself is also a sight to behold, both inside and out. Lots of equipment is on display, and virtually every corner can be explored -from the shaft tunnel in the depths of the ship to the bridge up above. There is also a focus on the thoughts and feelings of the five million emigrants who departed Europe between 1850 and 1934. For them, Hamburg was the "Gateway to the World". Open daily.