The ultimate guide to Hamburg
Here are the very best things to do in Hamburg, plus top restaurants, bars, attractions, hotels and more
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Plan your trip to Hamburg
Things to do
48 hours in Hamburg
Experience the Hanseatic swagger of the Altstadt and the counter-cultural edge of the Sternschanze district
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The best time to visit Hamburg
In winter, temps drop into the minus. Warmer summer weather leads Hamburgers to the Elbe.
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Where to stay in Hamburg
Ah, Hamburg. From the craziness of a night out in St Pauli to a sleepy afternoon browsing the world-class art galleries with mates, we never tire of spending...
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Where to stay in Hamburg
Hotels
The 10 best hotels in Hamburg
From boutique accommodations to historical hotels and more modern ones
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The 13 best Airbnbs in Hamburg
Germany’s second-largest city may have been founded as a trading hub on the estuary of the Elbe – but these days, Hamburg is more about beers than...
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Cheap hotels in Hamburg to stay at
Whether you’re after a stylish B&B, no-nonsense reliability or proximity to the party district
Must-see sights and attractions in Hamburg
Attractions
The best attractions in Hamburg
A full city experience will include a stroll through the Schanzenviertel, the heart of the city's counter-culture
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The 10 most beautiful buildings in Hamburg
Hamburg architecture draws richly on its maritime tradition
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Top Hamburg tours to explore the city
History buffs will check out landmark buildings like St. Michael's Church
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What to eat and drink in Hamburg
Restaurants
Most delicious eateries in Hamburg
The city's proximity to the sea makes it a heavenly place to eat out for fish lovers
Bars and pubs
The 10 best bars in Hamburg
Hit locales include venerated kneipe (pub) establishments like Zum Silbersack
Restaurants
How to eat like a local in Hamburg
Expect local fish delicacies like Rod Stewart's favorite: the Hummersuppe (lobster soup)
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