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Hammam Al Andalus Granada
Located at the foot of the Alhambra, and just past Santa Ana Church, sits the tranquil Hammam Al Andalus Granada. This is where after a long day of padding through the Alhambra’s gardens, palace and fortress, you’ll want to rest your tired feet and relax your muscles – just as Granada’s Moors did so long ago.
The Moors didn’t do so precisely in this building, though, which only dates back to the 13th or 14th century. It is believed, however, that this is in fact the site of previous Muslim baths, given its location near the former mosque (now the Santa Ana Church), as well as the water cisterns discovered below the land. What happened to those ancient baths? At the time of the Reconquista, when Granada became occupied by the Christians, it is likely that—along with many other Muslim traditions and sites—these original baths ceased to continue. Instead, its land was used for a future bakery (which resided in the current building).
But today, what you’ll find there is a spectacular recreation of what a hammam in those times might have looked like and how it might have functioned. As such, it consists of various rooms with different-temperature pools, including warm, hot and cold, as well as a steam room, and a rest room where you can sip on traditional Arabic mint tea. During the typical 1.5-hour visit there, you’ll have the opportunity to take advantage of all of these different areas, as well as enjoy a 15- or 30-minute massage.
Practical Info
During your visit, basic amenities will be provided, including a towel, hair dryer, locker, and toiletries such as shampoo, shower gel and moisturizer. Note that a bathing suit is required, however if you do not have one, it can be purchased upon arrival. It is recommended to book your visit at least 2-3 days in advance.
Address: Calle Santa Ana, 16, Granada, Spain
Hours: Daytime:10am-12pm & 2pm-4pm;
Evening: 6pm-8pm & 10pm-12am
Admission: Adults: €24-67, Students: €25
From $ 69
Hadrian's Temple
The ancient facade of Hadrian’s Temple, fronted by 11 carved stone Corinthian columns—each looming almost 50 feet (15 meters) high—serves as the dramatic focal point of Rome’s Piazza di Pietra. One of the city’s most pleasant squares, the piazza is lined with fashionable cafés overlooking the ancient Roman columns.
The Basics
Built by Emperor Antoninus Pius, Emperor Hadrian’s adopted son, the Temple of Hadrian (Tempio di Adriano) dates back to AD 145 and once overlooked the Field of Mars (Campus Martius). Today, all that’s left of the magnificent temple’s original 38 columns are the 11 that form part of Rome’s 17th-century papal palace—now the Borsa building, housing the stock exchange. Italian architect Carlo Fontana integrated the ancient columns into the palace’s north wall, where they remain a striking reminder of Rome’s glorious past.
Many walking tours of Rome’s ancient sites include Hadrian’s Temple along with attractions like the Pantheon and the Church of Santa Maria on Via del Corso (Santa Maria in Via Lata, or Basilica di Santa Maria in Via Lata). Joining a Rome highlights Segway tour is a fun way to explore these and other attractions, including the Trevi Fountain and Trajan’s Column; consider an evening Segway tour to see the monuments beautifully lit.
Things to Know Before You Go
- The Temple of Hadrian tour is especially interesting for history buffs.
- Small-group Pantheon, Santa Maria, and Hadrian’s Temple tours require some walking, so opt for comfortable shoes and sun protection.
- Piazza di Pietra, where you can view the columns of Hadrian’s Temple, is accessible to wheelchairs and strollers.
- The columns are particularly picturesque at night, so be sure to bring your camera if joining a Rome night Segway tour.
How to Get There
Hadrian’s Temple is located on Piazza di Pietra in Rome’s historic center, between the Pantheon and Trevi Fountain. A number of city buses stop on Via del Corso, just steps from the square.
When to Get There
In the evening, Piazza di Pietra is particularly lively, filled with café tables and lined by the columns of Hadrian’s Temple dramatically lit.
The Other Temple of Hadrian
Italy is not the only country that is home to an ancient temple dedicated to Hadrian. In Ephesus, Turkey, another temple was built around AD 138 to honor Emperor Hadrian, who visited the ancient city while in Athens a decade earlier.
Address: Piazza di Pietra, Rome, Italy
From $ 3
Hampstead Heath
Often losing out to the grandeur of London’s Royal Parks, Hampstead Heath remains the underdog of the city’s tourist attractions, but Londoners flock to enjoy the park’s unkempt charms.
The park encompasses 791 acres of natural countryside, stretching from Hampstead to Highgate in North London and provides a change to the manicured gardens and pristine flowerbeds of the inner city. Here, kite flyers add a splash of color to the vast grasslands, dog walkers weave among shaded woodlands and the windswept meadows have provided the backdrop to films like Notting Hill, as well as inspiring C.S.Lewis’ famous novel ‘The Lion, The Witch and The Wardrobe’. The most famous spot on the heath is the iconic Parliament Hill, where the incredible panoramic view from the summit is renowned as one of the capital’s best lookouts. The view takes in the entire London skyline, with the Thames River, St Paul’s Cathedral, The Shard and Buckingham Palace all visible.
A number of walks run through the Heath and one of the most popular is the walk between Parliament Fields Hill and North London’s other famed peak, Primrose Hill. Make sure you stop along the way at the grand Kenwood House with its beautiful 18th-century gardens and the renowned Highgate Cemetery, where Karl Marx is famously buried. The park’s public swimming pools also draw in the masses, with the three ponds crammed with sun-seekers in the summer months and hosting freezing-cold swim-a-thons in the winter months.
The park encompasses 791 acres of natural countryside, stretching from Hampstead to Highgate in North London and provides a change to the manicured gardens and pristine flowerbeds of the inner city. Here, kite flyers add a splash of color to the vast grasslands, dog walkers weave among shaded woodlands and the windswept meadows have provided the backdrop to films like Notting Hill, as well as inspiring C.S.Lewis’ famous novel ‘The Lion, The Witch and The Wardrobe’. The most famous spot on the heath is the iconic Parliament Hill, where the incredible panoramic view from the summit is renowned as one of the capital’s best lookouts. The view takes in the entire London skyline, with the Thames River, St Paul’s Cathedral, The Shard and Buckingham Palace all visible.
A number of walks run through the Heath and one of the most popular is the walk between Parliament Fields Hill and North London’s other famed peak, Primrose Hill. Make sure you stop along the way at the grand Kenwood House with its beautiful 18th-century gardens and the renowned Highgate Cemetery, where Karl Marx is famously buried. The park’s public swimming pools also draw in the masses, with the three ponds crammed with sun-seekers in the summer months and hosting freezing-cold swim-a-thons in the winter months.
Address: Spaniards Road, London NW3 7JJ, England
From $ 52
Hamburg Altstadt
The focus of Hamburg’s Altstadt, or Old Town, is the Rathaus on the old market square. Streets leading off the square head to the classical arcades of the stock exchange, and to the old red-brick Speicherstadt warehouses lining the river.
Away from the Elbe, the Alsterarkaden has elegant shopping arcades lined with cafes.
Along the Deichstrasse you’ll see restored 18th-century homes, and the area has some lovely old churches, including St Petri, St Katherine, St Jakobi and St Nikolai.
The Altstadt is a fine area for walking, with bridges across canals, parklands, statues and fine old buildings to discover.
Practical Info
Hamburg Altstadt lies on the right bank of the Alsterfleet canal, opposite the new town.
Address: Rathausmarkt, Hamburg 20095, Germany
Admission: Free
From $ 243
Gutenberg Square
Named after one-time Strasbourg resident Johannes Gutenberg, who famously invented the movable-type printing press in 1439, Gutenberg Square remains an important commercial and navigational center of Strasbourg’s Old Town, strategically located close to the landmark Cathedral of Notre Dame. Today the square is best known as a meeting place, lined with cafes and restaurants, but a statue of the square’s namesake still takes prize place at its heart—designed by David d'Angers in 1840.
With many of its half-timbered buildings dating back to medieval times, Gutenberg Square is also celebrated for its striking architecture, most notably the Renaissance-style Chambre de Commerce (Chamber of Commerce) and the 16th-century Hotel de Commerce, from where writer Arthur Young watched the destruction of the magistrates' records during the Revolution. Gutenberg Square is also the center of many of the city’s seasonal festivities and events, hosting games and fetes during the summer months, a Christmas market and carousel over yuletide and a number of flea markets and book fairs throughout the year.
Practical Info
Gutenberg Square is located on Strasbourg’s Grande Ile, just west of the Cathedral of Notre Dame and the Maison Kammerzell.
Address: Grande Ile, Strasbourg, France
From $ 266
GUM
GUM is an abbreviation meaning “Main Universal Store”, from the Russian “Глáвный универсáльный магазѝн”. It is the name of a private shopping mall located in central Moscow, just opposite Red Square. The building is a trapezoidal shape, with a steel framework and a glass roof. This made it quite unique at the time of construction, in the 1890s. From 1890 to the
1920s, the Red Square GUM was known as the Upper Trading Rows and served as a State Department Store. It was built to replace the previous trading rows, which were destroyed during the 1812 Fire of Moscow. However, GUM hasn’t always served as a shopping destination.
In 1928, Joseph Stalin converted it into office spaces, and it only reopened as a department store in 1953. It then became one of the only stores in the former Soviet Union not to suffer from consumer goods shortage, often resulting in long shopper queues spilling into Red Square.
Practical Info
GUM is open daily from 10 am until 10 pm. It is located directly on Red Square, in Moscow. It is easily accessible via three subway stations: Ohotny Ryad, Teatralnaja, and Ploshhad Revoljucii. There is also parking on-site.
Address: Red Square, 3, Moscow 101000, Russia
Hours: Daily from 10 am-10 pm
From $ 22
Hall of Mirrors
Built during the reign of Louis XIV in the mid-17th century, the Palace of Versailles nearly emptied the kingdom's coffers as 30,000 workers and soldiers toiled to flatten hills, move forests, and drain marshes to create the fantastical palace and gardens that so effectively projected the absolute power of the French monarchy at the time.
The opulence of Versailles reaches its peak in the central gallery known as the Hall of Mirrors — a 75-meter-long ballroom with 17 huge mirrors on one side and, on the other, an equal number of arcaded windows looking out over the formal gardens. Designed by architect Jules Hardouin-Mansart and decorated by painter Charles le Brun, construction of the Hall of Mirrors began in 1678, and it has quite the history: this was the setting for 17th- and 18th-century royal ceremonies, and it was also the location for the signature of the 1919 Versailles Treaty that formally ended WWI.
The Hall of Mirrors used to be even grander, but to help fund the 1689 War of the League of Augsburg, much of the gallery's silverware and guéridons were melted by order of Louis XIV.
Practical Info
Visit the Hall of Mirrors and the Palace of Versailles in the morning and on weekdays to avoid the crowd as much as possible. To get there by train, visitors can buy a "Paris Versailles Rive Gauche" (zones 1-4). The Versailles Express bus can also take you from the Eiffel Tower to the palace. There are various entry prices, depending on the sections you want to visit, but the Passeport ticket lets you in anywhere at Versailles and costs €18, while a ticket to the Palace of Versailles costs €15. The palace is open from 9am–5:30pm in winter from Tuesday to Sunday (the gardens are open every day), and in high season from 9am–6:30pm.
Address: Domaine National de Versailles, Versailles 78000, France
Admission: €15
From $ 14
HafenCity
HafenCity, which translates to Port City, is an area in central Hamburg that used to be part of the free port. With the decrease in the importance of the free port, the area dominated by port activities has reduced in size. The city of Hamburg is now developing this area for mixed residential and commercial use. Many of the warehouses are being replaced by apartment buildings, office buildings, hotels and shops, and it is estimated that there will be approximately 6,000 new homes and 45,000 new jobs when it is all completed. At 388 acres, HafenCity is the largest inner city development project in Europe.
Aside from the commercial and residential buildings already finished and in use, the International Maritime Museum of Hamburg has moved into HafenCity. Another big project currently underway is the construction of the Elbphilharmonie Concert Hall, the home of Hamburg's philharmonic orchestra. HafenCity also encompasses the historical area of Speicherstadt, the largest warehouse complex in the world. Within Speicherstadt, you will find several museums and attractions, such as the Hamburg Dungeon, Miniatur Wunderland, and the Speicherstadt Museum. There are also plenty of shops, cafes and restaurants already open in HafenCity, as well as parks and recreational areas.
Practical Info
HafenCity is located along the Elbe River. To reach this district, take the U-bahn line U4 to either the Überseequartier station or the HafenCity University station.
Address: HafenCity, Hamburg, Germany
Hours: Daily
From $ 23
Hamburg Dungeon
The Hamburg Dungeon takes visitors on a 90-minute journey through 600 years of Hamburg's dark history. The dungeon has different areas with various themes based on real events in Hamburg's history, as well as two rides and 11 different shows performed in both German and English by live, professional actors. A visit to the Dungeon is a fun yet scary way to experience the things that were left out of the history books.
Gripping storytelling, special effects and rides bring the history to life in a way that will make you laugh and scream. Start your tour with the Elevator of Horror before exploring the Library of Dark History where shadowy figures tell the stories in the books. Experience the Hamburg fire of 1842, try to find your way out of the Labyrinth of the Lost, and see if you can survive the torture chamber. Encounter pirates and ghosts along the way, plus much more terror. The Hamburg Dungeon occasionally has special events for certain holidays, like Halloween and Christmas.
Practical Info
The Hamburg Dungeon is located at Kehrwieder 2 in Hamburg's Speicherstadt. Opening hours are 10am to 6pm daily, except in July and August when they are open until 7pm. Tickets are 23.95 euros at the door, but discounts are available for booking ahead online.
Address: Kehrwieder 2, Hamburg, Germany
Hours: 10am to 6pm daily; until 7 p.m. in July-Aug
Admission: 23.95 euros
From $ 12
Hagia Sophia (Aya Sofya)
Hagia Sophia (or Aya Sofya) is one of the world’s most beautiful buildings, built to be the world’s largest place of worship by Emperor Justinian in 532 AD.
The church became a Mosque under the Ottomans, and its mosaics and decoration were plastered over. They have been successively revealed since the 1930s, when the building was declared a museum by Turkey’s legendary ruler, Atatürk.
The Hagia Sophia’s golden mosaics are rivaled only by Ravenna’s, and its design was the inspiration for the basilica of San Marco in Venice.
The huge complex is a riot of domes and minarets, focusing on the huge central dome which for centuries was unrivaled as an architectural masterpiece.
Inside, the lofty interior is a soaring sequence of domed and arched spaces, centering on the shell-like apse and the massive dome, which seems to float unsupported and gives the church its amazing sense of space.
Practical Info
Head to the upstairs gallery to catch the best views and to glimpse the surviving mosaics, in particular the golden mosaic of the Virgin and Child in the apse.
Hagia Sophia is in Sultanahmet, opposite the Blue Mosque. To get here, walk or catch a tram up Divan Yolu.
Address: Aya Sofya Meydani, Istanbul 34357, Turkey
Hours: Open daily 9:30am - 4:30pm. Closed Mondays
Admission: 20 TL
From $ 13
Hallstatt
Set between Hallstätter See (Lake Hallstatt) and the snowy summits of the Dachstein Mountains, Hallstatt has long been attracting visitors—including prominent public figures such as Emperor Franz Josef—with its Alpine good looks. The UNESCO World Heritage–listed town is known for its picturesque churches, chalets, and Charnel House, which is packed with painted skulls.
The Basics
The Austrian town of Hallstatt is a very popular half-day or full-day tour destination for visitors based in Salzburg. Hallstatt tours typically include round-trip transportation from Salzburg by coach or private vehicle. Many tours give participants the chance to take a boat ride out on the lake, visit to the 7,000-year-old Hallstatt Salt Mines, and ride the Dachstein Krippenstein cable car up to the free 5 Fingers viewing platform.
Full-day trips may include stops at other locales in west-central Austria, such as Schloss Fuschl castle, St. Gilgen, and Russbach. You can also visit Hallstatt as part of day tours from Vienna, which often stop at attractions such as Ort Castle in Gmunden along the way.
Things to Know Before You Go
- Hallstatt is a must for scenery seekers.
- For more information, visit the Hallstatt tourist office, which is situated on the lakefront Seestrasse.
- Wear comfortable footwear; hilly Hallstatt is best explored on foot.
- Most Hallstatt attractions are not accessible to wheelchair users.
How to Get There
Hallstatt is situated within Austria’s Salzkammergut (Lake District), about a 75-minute drive from Salzburg. Take the train from Salzburg to Attnang-Puchheim, then switch to the local train to Hallstatt. From the Hallstatt train station, take a ferry into town, which is across the lake.
When to Get There
The best time to experience Hallstatt is between May and late October. Many of Hallstatt’s main attractions—such as the boat rides and salt mines—are closed in winter. Check the various attractions’ websites for opening dates and times.
Lake Activities
This part of the Austrian Alps is known for its scenic lakes, and Hallstätter See is no exception. Take a ferry ride out on the water to admire the towering peaks that surround it, or venture out on paddleboats or kayaks instead. If you’d rather stay on dry land, take a stroll along the lakefront, where you might encounter swans swimming near the shore.
Address: Hallstatt, Austria
From $ 67
Hampton Court Palace
The famous former residence of the infamous King Henry VIII, Hampton Court is one of the king’s two remaining palaces and one of the grandest castles in England, having once been planned to rival the Palace of Versailles in France. Today, visitors can explore the castle interior, which showcases two architectural styles (the Tudor palace of Henry VIII and the baroque palace of William III), stroll through its massive hedge maze, see the historic tennis court, and view the largest grape vine in the world. Don’t miss the State Apartments’ royal bedrooms and galleries, the Tudor kitchens, Chapel Royal, or the medieval Great Hall, which has been in continuous use for more than 450 years.
The Basics
The Hampton Court Palace is commonly visited from London either independently or as part of a royal palaces tour and paired with a stop at Windsor Castle. Book priority entrance tickets to skip the line and spend more time exploring the grounds, or, for more context, choose a guided historical tour that walks you through the palace and formal gardens. Bike tours of the Hampton Court Palace grounds are another popular options.
Things to Know Before You Go
- Helpful red-coated guides can be found all over the grounds offering interesting information about the castle (while making sure you keep your hands off the valuable furnishings).
- Book an advance ticket with timed entry to avoid lines.
- Free Wi-Fi access is available.
- Much of the palace is wheelchair accessible, and disabled visitors may bring a caregiver free of charge.
- Hampton Court Palace entry is included in the London Pass.
How to Get There
Hampton Court Palace is set in the royal borough of Richmond upon Thames, on the River Thames and a short distance from London in the town of Surrey. It’s accessible by public transport—Hampton Court Station is a 30-minute train ride away from Waterloo Station in central London. From the train station, it’s a short walk across the Hampton Court Bridge over the River Thames to the palace.
When to Get There
The palace is open daily from 10am to 4:30pm, with extended hours until 6pm in summer. Arriving earlier in the day or taking a private tour will help you avoid crowds.
Royal Palaces of England
For a glimpse at royal life and customs in settings truly fit for royalty, go beyond Hampton Court and visit the royal residences at Kensington Palace and Buckingham Palace in London, as well as nearby Windsor Castle.
Address: East Molesey, Surrey KT8 9AU, England
Hours: Daily 10am–6pm (until 4:30pm in winter)
Admission: £15.90 (adults)
From $ 13
Hackescher Markt
Berlin's Hackescher Markt is a lively, open-air plaza by day and a portal to the city's bustling club scene by night. Luckily, its central Mitte District location makes it easy to visit twice. The square encompasses the area outside the beautiful, red-brick Hackescher Markt Station, where farmers' markets, bars, restaurants, and cafes spill out into the car-free courtyard and make for a popular hang-out in summer. Souvenir shops, high fashion retail stores, and eccentric, alternative outfitters mark the surrounding area as a shopping hotspot year-round, so grab a currywurst to-go and take off to explore the neighborhood.
Rebuilt after the fall of the Berlin Wall, the now artsy and energetic Scheunenviertel neighborhood brings hip residences, music venues, art galleries, boutiques, and nightclubs to Mitte. Head north for the art galleries on Augustraße or east for shopping along Rosenthalerstraße—and don't miss Berlin's famous courtyards, the Hackesche Höfe, just in front of the square.
Many walking tours depart from Hackescher Markt Station, but not all spend time in the square. To get the most out of your visit, choose a tour that explores Berlin's modern history or Mitte District—or give yourself enough time before your tour to explore the area on your own.
Practical Info
The Hackescher Markt shopping area begins outside the S-Bahn station, Hackescher Markt, located in Mitte. The area is framed by Dircksenstraße in the south and Torstraße in the north. It adjoins Rosa-Luxemburg-Platz in the east and Oranienburger Straße in the west.
You can enter the Hackesche Höfe, a labyrinth of eight courtyards, through Rosenthalerstraße 40’s main arched entrance.
Address: 10178 Berlin, Germany, Berlin, Germany
From $ 24
Hadrian's Arch
Erected in honor of the Roman Emperor Hadrian in the 2nd century A.D, the monumental gateway of Hadrian’s Arch remains one of the most striking remnants of ancient Athens. Located on the ancient road between the Athenian Agora and the Olympieion, the elaborate structure was supposedly built to honor the arrival of Hadrian in 131 AD.
The Arch, standing in front of the once magnificent Temple of Olympian Zeus (the Olympieion), formed a symbolic gateway between the old city district and the new Roman-built city, erected by Hadrian. Notably, two inscriptions feature on the sides of the arch: the western side, looking onto the old city reads ‘ This is Athens, the ancient city of Theseus’ and the eastern side, facing the Olympieion, reads ‘This is the city of Hadrian and not of Theseus’. The exact meaning of the latter phrase is hotly disputed – some say it is simply naming the new city as that of Hadrian; others insist it was a deliberate contradiction of the former statement, indicating that the entire city was now ruled by Hadrian.
Today the main structure of Hadrian’s Arch remains remarkably preserved and is one of the most popular attractions of modern Athens. Towering at a height of 18 meters, the fully symmetrical Roman-style arch is an impressive sight – sculpted entirely from Pentelic marble, adorned with Ionic architraves and crowned with a row of Corinthian columns and pilasters.
The Arch, standing in front of the once magnificent Temple of Olympian Zeus (the Olympieion), formed a symbolic gateway between the old city district and the new Roman-built city, erected by Hadrian. Notably, two inscriptions feature on the sides of the arch: the western side, looking onto the old city reads ‘ This is Athens, the ancient city of Theseus’ and the eastern side, facing the Olympieion, reads ‘This is the city of Hadrian and not of Theseus’. The exact meaning of the latter phrase is hotly disputed – some say it is simply naming the new city as that of Hadrian; others insist it was a deliberate contradiction of the former statement, indicating that the entire city was now ruled by Hadrian.
Today the main structure of Hadrian’s Arch remains remarkably preserved and is one of the most popular attractions of modern Athens. Towering at a height of 18 meters, the fully symmetrical Roman-style arch is an impressive sight – sculpted entirely from Pentelic marble, adorned with Ionic architraves and crowned with a row of Corinthian columns and pilasters.
Address: Athens, Greece
From $ 37
Hallgrimur's Church (Hallgrimskirkja)
Named after Reverend Hallgrimur Petursson, author of Iceland’s most popular hymn book, Passion Hymns (Passiusalmar), the white concrete Lutheran church of Hallgrimskirkja is an unmistakable landmark in downtown Reykjavik. Visible throughout the city, its tower offers some of the best views of the Reykjavik skyline and surrounding area.
The Basics
For a small fee, the church’s elevator whisks you to the top of the tower for 360-degree views of the surrounding landscape: the colorful roofs of the city and nearby snow-capped mountains. Entrance is often included in walking tours of the city.
Other city sightseeing tours (group or private), by bus or Segway, stop at the church so that you can admire the architecture from outside. Hallgrimskirkja is also a stop on most hop-on hop-off Reykjavik bus tours.
Things to Know Before You Go
- Hallgrimskirkja is a must-visit destination for architecture and history lovers.
- Access to the tower is only by elevator. At the top, there are a few steps to the open-air viewing platform.
- The tower is closed during Sunday mass.
- Hallgrimskirkja is a working church and so may be closed, without notice, due to weddings or funerals.
- Everyone is welcome to join services, but, to avoid disturbance, you should stay for the duration.
- The sweeping columns on either side of the tower represent volcanic basalt.
How to Get There
Standing at the top of a hill in the center of Reykjavik and visible from 12 miles (19 kilometers) away, the church is difficult to miss. Just walk up the hill from any side and you'll be there. It’s a short walk from Reykjavik Town Hall.
When to Get There
The church is open year-round, from early morning to evening (slightly later in summer). From mid-June through mid-August, the church hosts a summer concert series, three times per week, in which you can hear the vast 5,275-pipe organ in action.
Statue of Leif Erikson
Alexander Stirling Calder, famed American sculptor and father of the even more notable Alexander Calder, created the statue of the Norse explorer Leif Erikson (the first European to discover North America) that sits in front of the church. It was a gift from the US in 1930 to commemorate the 1,000th anniversary of the founding of Iceland’s parliament.
Address: Skólavörðuholt, Reykjavik, Iceland
Admission: Free. Tower: Adults 500 kr, Children 100 kr
From $ 4
Hammam Al Andalus Malaga
Centuries ago, when Spain was under Muslim rule, Arab baths could be found in locations throughout the south. These hammams are said to have served as places of purification, hygiene and relaxation. Though few remain, you can still get a feel—in more ways than one—for what these tranquil getaways were like by experiencing the Hammam Al Andalus in Malaga.
Located in a historic building just off Martyers Square and next to an old Mudejar-towered church, this hammam—or Arab bath—features Moorish-inspired architecture. Think details such as horseshoe-shaped arches, colorful tiled walls, and ethereal lighting created by star-shaped skylights in the overhead dome.
As is tradition, the Hammam Al Andalus has cold, warm and hot baths, as well as a steam room, and rest room, where you can relax and sip on traditional mint tea. Lasting 1.5 hours, the sessions allow guests to experience the various pools when not enjoying their massage. The massages themselves can be customized to last 30 minutes (rather than 15), and to include the use of a hot stone and traditional Arabic glove (called kessa) for rubbing soap and red grape into the skin. You can also pick from a selection of essential oils aimed to relax and moisturize.
Practical Info
It is advised that reservations be made two to three days in advance. Note that guests must wear a bathing suit, although one can be purchased at the hammam if necessary. Other amenities will be provided, including a towel, blow dryer, toiletries and locker.
Address: Plaza Mártires, 5, Malaga, Spain
Hours: Daytime: 10am-12pm & 2pm-4pm;
Evening: 6pm-8pm & 10pm-12am
Admission: Adults 30 €-73 €; students 29,50 €
From $ 52
Hadrian's Gate
Hadrian's Gate is an arch of triumph located in Antalya, Turkey. It was built in the year 130 AD and named in honor of Roman emperor Hadrian after his visit to the city. At the time, Antalya was a prosperous port city surrounded by thick defensible walls and several gates that could be sealed off to protect the city from invaders. The most impressive of the gates was Hadrian's Gate, and it is the only one that remains standing today.
Marble columns decorate the arch on both sides. It is believed that statues of Emperor Hadrian and his family were once on top of the columns, but they are long gone now. The gate used to be two stories high, though today little is known of the second level. The stone towers next to the gate were built in different time periods, with the newest one being built in the 1200s during the Seljuk period. The stone pavement beneath the arch is marked with grooves from thousands of carts that were driven through the gate throughout many centuries.
Practical Info
Today the gate leads from the new section of the city into Old Antalya. It is located near Atatürk Cd. near the intersection of Recep Peker Cd.
Address: Ataturk Cd., Antalya, Turkey
From $ 52
Hagar Qim
As with the other sacred temples on Malta, Hagar Qim predates most of the world's most treasured sacred structures. Dating back well over 5,000 years, the circular shape of the temple complex reveals its loyalty to what is considered the “Goddess” era of Malta.
Visitors can learn the history of the temples in the interactive information center before heading to the main temple, the niche, the women's chamber, and the dwelling houses. If on Malta during the summer solstice (June 21), the Hagar Qim is a must-visit at sunrise, when an altar inside on of the chambers is alight thanks to a perfectly designed hole in the exterior wall.
Practical Info
The Hagar Qim Temples are open from April through September from 8am-7:15pm, and from October through March from 9am through 5pm. Entrance is €10, with discounts for children, students and seniors. It is closed on Good Friday, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, New Year's Eve, and New Year's Day.
Address: Hagar Qim St, Qrendi QRD 2501, Malta
Admission: €10
From $ 46
Hagia Irene
Hagia Irene was the first church built in Constantinople, though the current structure dates back to the 6th century after fires and earthquakes ravaged the previous churches on the spot. It was used as an Orthodox Church and was the only church in Istanbul not turned into a mosque after Ottoman Turks conquered the area. Instead, it was used as a storage facility for artillery and other military items. Therefore, it still has much of its 6th-century look.
Inside, you won't find a traditional museum as the church itself is the main attraction. What you will find are the remains of a spectacular piece of Byzantine architecture, including the original atrium. Also take note of the still-intact apse with its five rows of built-in seats and the black cross drawn on the wall dating back to the iconoclastic period of the 8th century.
The structurally sound dome in the church has a marvelous acoustic quality to it and concerts are often held in Hagia Irene, which is a truly memorable way to experience the ancient church.
Practical Info
Hagia Irene is located by the entrance to Topkapi Palace, but has a separate entrance fee (20 TL). Hagia Irene is open every day except Tuesdays. Shoulders and knees need to be covered in order to enter.
Address: Fatih/İstanbul 34122, Turkey
Hours: Open Wed-Mon, Closed Tues
Admission: 20 TL
From $ 81
Hamburger Bahnhof
The Hamburger Bahnhof houses Berlin's Museum for Contemporary Art. It's Berlin's most important exhibition space dedicated to contemporary art from the 1950s to present day. Work from Andy Warhol, Joseph Beuys, Keith Haring and many other innovative contemporary artists can be found here. The museum is part of Berlin's Nationalgalerie, and the permanent exhibition includes the Frederick Christian Flick, Erich Marx and Marzona collections. The museum serves as a showcase for multiple forms of art including film, video, design, photography, and even installation and experimental work.
The museum gets its name from its former use as a train station. The Hamburger Bahnhof was the terminus station for the Hamburg-Berlin route starting in the late 1840s. The elements of the original historical building combine with modern architecture to provide an ideal setting for displaying contemporary art. The exhibition space encompasses more than 107,000 square feet in addition to a gift shop and a world class restaurant.
Practical Info
The Hamburger Bahnhof is located at Invalidenstrasse 50-51.
Address: Invalidenstrasse 50-51, Berlin 10557, Germany
From $ 23