Three fantastic and sunny days in Hamburg.
Did early understood that this is a place I want to visit soon again and many times in the future.
Three days in Hamburg is a bit too short not to rush to see everything.
One week will be perfect so you can enjoy the beauty and entertainments of this city.
The great idea is to be here during one of the many festivals Hamburg has to offer.
I was surprised by how beautiful and pleasant this city is, especially with the Alster lake and the port area.
Getting around
With 1.7 million inhabitants, Hamburg is a big city, but it still not feels like that.
If you like to walk one to two kilometres, most attractions are within walking distance.
Otherwise, of course, public transport is well constructed and easy to use.
The best is to buy a day pass and go how much you want with the “S-Bahn” “U-Bahn” and buses.
Many hotels offer a free pass during your stay with them.
For tickets, prices and more information, see the local traffic site at hvv.de
What to see and do in Hamburg
Planten und Blumen
A large beautiful garden in Hamburg free to visit.
You can stroll around here for hours and enjoy the beauty.
The harbor
The third biggest harbour in Europe makes this a great attraction. From here, you can take boat trips or relax in some of all the cosy restaurants and beer gardens.
You come here by taking the metro to station “Landungsbrucken”.
The new harbor city
“Hafen City” is also worth a visit. You go there by metro U4, station “Uberseequartier”.
It is here the anually “ElbJazz” Jazz Festival is held.
JUNGFERNSTIEG
A popular street along inner Alster, and area with a lot of shopping opportunities
Don’t miss the Europa Passage shopping centre, where you also have great cafes and bars with nice views over inner Alster.
Inner and outer Alster
Inner Alster is a relaxing area with terraces and restaurants.
Can recommend the Alex restaurant that is located in the lovely Alster Paviliong.
From Inner Alster, you can also take boat trips on the beautiful Alster lake.
Have a walk around outer Alster lake.
It is 8 kilometres with amazing views. Relax now and then at some of the restaurants and beer gardens along the way.
Reeperbahn
One of the most well-known streets in Hamburg. Full of bars, restaurants and entertainment.
It is also here you’ll find most of the festivals in Hamburg, like Reeperbahn Music Festival, St. Pauli Wine festival, St. Pauli Christmas Market and more.
In the summertime, it is a great place to be even in between the festivals.
People enjoying some good drinks and food, and you often get some live music entertainment on the stages at Spielbudenplatz that is in the middle of Reeperbahn.
Hamburger Dom Fairground
This fairground is open several times per year. In summer, usually from the middle of May to the middle of August.
Shopping
It’s really a pleasure to go shopping here, and the main shopping areas are around Möckenbergstrasse, starting just outside Central Station, and around Jungfernstieg in “Neustadt” along inner Alster.
City Hall and Alster Arcade
A nice arcade with cafes and shopping just between the beautiful City Hall “Rathaus” and inner Alster.
Jazz and live music Clubs
- Cotton Club – The first jazz club in Hamburg
- Mojo Club
- Birdland Jazz Club
- Music Club Live
Pictures of Hamburg
Events and Festivals
Reeperbahn Festival, Hamburg, Germany 22 – 25 September 2021
Reeperbahn Festival, a big music festival in Hamburg in September. One of Germany's largest club festivals with over 600 events and 70 venues.
Elb Jazz Festival in Hamburg , 3 – 4 June 2022
Unique venues in the harbour, excellent music and perfect atmosphere - that's Elbjazz Festival in Hamburg, Germany.
Hafengeburtstag,Hamburg Port Birthday Festival 2021 will only be virtual
Hafengeburtstag, Port Birthday Festival in Hamburg, is the world's biggest port festival. A celebration of the founding of Hamburg port
Enjoy some Beautiful and Cozy Christmas Markets in Hamburg
Romantic and magical holiday decorations, great food and drinks, dozens of Christmas markets all over the city; Thats what makes Hamburg a top Christmas destination.
St.Pauli Winzerfest, Wine Festival Hamburg Germany, in August
The St. Pauli Wine festival in Hamburg. Every year in August, you can enjoy wine, music and food, and the great Hamburg atmosphere.
Duckstein Beer Festival Hamburg, 17 – 26 July 2020 (Cancelled)
Duckstein Beer Festival has long been a tradition in Hamburg with Music, design, international street theatre, fine dining and of course, the Duckstein beer.
Sightseeing and more to do in Hamburg
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Wurstmarkt wine festival in Bad Dürkheim, one of Germany's most traditional and entertaining festivals, annually two weekends in September.
Christmas Market at Charlottenburg Palace, Berlin, 22 Nov. – 26 Dec. 2021
The Christmas market at Charlottenburg Palace in Berlin is beautiful. With the castle and decorations, it all gives a cosy atmosphere.
Dresden Christmas Markets, 22 November – 23 December 2021
Enjoy Christmas time in Germany and take a peek in a great atmosphere at Dresden Christmas Markets and Striezelmarkt.
Bremen Christmas Market, 22 November – 23 December 2021
Roasted almonds, cinnamon, Glühwein, and 180 festively decorated stalls make a delightful Christmas experience in Bremen.
Gourmet Festival Düsseldorf, 26 – 28 August 2022
Gourmet Festival Düsseldorf in August every year at the famous "Königs Alle". Good food, soft drinks, cocktails, beer, wine and much more.
Nature One Festival, Kastellaun, Germany. 5 – 7 August 2022
Nature One is among the largest European open-air electronic music festivals, Situated in a former NATO missile base near Kastellaun, Germany
Museum Embankment Culture Festival, Frankfurt 26 – 28 August 2022
The Museum Embankment Festival Frankfurt - one of the largest Culture Festivals globally. It attracts more than 3 million visitors every year
Dresden, Germany – Rich History, Events and Lots to See and Do
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Southside Festival in Neuhausen ob Eck, Germany, 17 – 19 June 2022
Southside Festival features more than 100 pop and rock bands. Big international names, well-known local talents and talented newcomers.
Reeperbahn Festival, Hamburg, Germany 22 – 25 September 2021
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Historical Burgenfest in Manderscheid, Germany, 28 – 29 August 2021
Manderscheid in Germany is again bringing the Middle Ages back to life at the last weekend in August with the Historical Burgenfest.
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