Panoptikum - Das Wachsfigurenkabinett

Find yourself in an immersive experience of the world of wax. Know more about the process of wax figure making and even learn how to do it from professionals! Find yourself amidst various life-like figurines of celebrities. Click amazing pictures with your favourite celebrities and superstars. The figures have been created after closely studying the subjects and hence look almost life-like. If only our favourite superstars and celebrities were this accessible!!

Get mesmerised as you witness these figurines which each took almost two years to make. That's right! Each figurine took almost two years and more than €40,000 to complete.

Witness wax models of the giant woman Mariedl with a height of 2.27 meters, a man with 3 eyes and other extraordinary people. Complete your experience by visiting the scary corner and the medical-anatomical cabinet.

Panoptikum - Das Wachsfigurenkabinett

Discover Panoptikum, Germany’s oldest waxworks museum located in Hamburg, on this sightseeing tour that includes a visit to more than 120 life-like figures of celebrities such as Angelina Jolie and Otto Waalkes. The tour covers approximately two hours, providing audio guides available in German, English, Spanish, French, Italian, Dutch, Russian, Chinese, Japanese, Korean, Arabic, Turkish, Polish, Czech, Hungarian, Romanian, Croatian, Serbian, Bulgarian, Ukrainian, Greek, Hebrew, Thai, Vietnamese, and Indonesian languages. Access is wheelchair accessible with a ramp at the entrance leading to an elevator inside for those unable to use stairs. The tour also stops at the scary corner and medical-anatomical cabinet where visitors can learn about the history of wax sculptures in Germany since 1800 when it was founded by Johann Meyer. With over two centuries of tradition, Panoptikum is a landmark that showcases not only contemporary celebrities but also historical figures like Napoleon Bonaparte and Emperor Wilhelm II, making it unique compared to other wax museums around the world. The tour allows you to spend about 45 minutes exploring each section, giving you ample time to appreciate the craftsmanship of the wax figures while learning about their creation process through guided tours led by professional artists who demonstrate techniques used since the museum's inception in 1800.

Explore Panoptikum - Germany’s Oldest Waxworks

Your tour stops at Panoptikum where you can explore over 120 life-like wax figures of celebrities and historical figures, including Angelina Jolie, Otto Waalkes, Angela Merkel, Napoleon Bonaparte, and Emperor Wilhelm II. Established in 1800 by Johann Meyer, the museum spans approximately 5,000 square feet with various sections dedicated to different themes such as politics, entertainment, and history. Visitors can spend about one hour at Panoptikum where they learn about the intricate process of creating wax sculptures through demonstrations by professional artists. The scary corner and medical-anatomical cabinet add a unique twist to the exhibition, showcasing anatomically correct models and historical artifacts that are not found in other wax museums around the world. This makes Panoptikum stand out as it combines entertainment with educational value, providing insights into German history and culture while offering an engaging experience for tourists interested in art and sculpture.

Tour Highlights

• Explore Panoptikum - Germany’s oldest waxworks
• 2-hour duration with audio guides in multiple languages
• Wheelchair accessible ramp at entrance leading to elevator inside
• Learn about the history of wax sculptures since 1800
• Discover over 120 life-like figures including celebrities and historical figures
• Scary corner and medical-anatomical cabinet complete the exhibition
• Spend approximately one hour exploring each section dedicated to different themes
• Professional artists demonstrate techniques used since museum’s inception in 1800

Perfect for history enthusiasts, art lovers, and families, this sightseeing tour provides an engaging experience through visits to Panoptikum. The two-hour format allows you to explore over 120 life-like figures at the waxworks museum while learning about the intricate process of creating these sculptures. Additionally, spending time at the scary corner and medical-anatomical cabinet gives you a unique perspective on German culture and history.