There are cities which you grow fond of as you get to know them and cities that you fall in love with at first sight. From the moment I first set my foot in Hamburg over a decade ago, I knew it was my kind of a city. Little did I know that one day I will call it my home and have the opportunity to tell the world why they should be visiting Hamburg the first chance they get.
From my sojourn of writing for the Culture Trip, these are my best tips for having an amazing time in this gorgeous north German city. Enjoy reading!
Visiting Hamburg: the basics
- A Brief History of Hamburg
- A Guide to Sightseeing like a True Hamburger
- A Budget Traveller’s Guide to Hamburg
- 12 Things You Didn’t Know About Hamburg
- 10 Customs Only Locals in Hamburg Can Understand
- 13 Reasons You Must Visit Hamburg Right Now
- 11 Reasons Why You Should Visit Hamburg Instead of Berlin
Sights you shouldn’t miss
- A Walking Tour Of Hamburg’s Architectural Landmarks
- The 10 Coolest Neighborhoods In Hamburg
- Top 10 Things to See and Do with Kids in Hamburg
- Top 10 Things to See and Do in Western Hamburg
- The Most Beautiful Bridges in Hamburg
- A Neighbourhood Guide to Speicherstadt & HafenCity: Hamburg’s Creative Hub
- The Most Scenic Cycling Routes in Hamburg, Germany
- The Top 10 Street Festivals in Hamburg, Germany
Museums & other attractions
- The Ultimate Guide to Hamburg’s Art Mile
- Hamburg’s Most Unusual Museums You Need to Visit in 2017
- Hamburg’s Miniatur Wunderland is no Small Feat
- 10 Cultural Sites All Hamburgers Can Be Proud Of
- The Best Theatres and Concert Halls in Hamburg
- Top 8 Churches in Hamburg, Germany
- A Brief Introduction to St. Michaelis Church
- Hamburg Planetarium Becomes World’s First Immersive 3D Star Theatre
Music & nightlife
- A Music Lover’s Guide to Hamburg
- The Essential Guide To Hamburg’s Best Music Festivals in 2017
- 9,000 Free Festival Tickets for Politically Engaged Global Citizens
- Why Hamburg’s Nightlife is Possibly the Best in Europe
- The Best Bars with Live Music in Hamburg
- The Best Bars in Sternschanze, Hamburg
- The Best Bars Around Reeperbahn, Hamburg
- 10 Best Nightclubs around Reeperbahn, Hamburg
- The Best Clubs for Electronic Music in Hamburg
- A Beatle’s Tour of Hamburg’s Best Nightlife Spots
Great food
- 8 Foods You Must Try While Visiting Hamburg
- The Best Fine Dining Restaurants in Hamburg
- 10 Coolest Markets in Hamburg, Germany
- A Brief History of the Hamburger
Shopping & fashion
- A Neighbourhood Guide to Hamburg’s Diverse Fashion Scene
- Top Fashion Boutiques in Hamburg
- The Best Independent Stores and Boutiques in Hamburg
- A Hipster’s Guide to Hamburg, Germany
Accommodations
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