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Hamburg Travel Guide - Spend a Weekend in Hamburg

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Overview of Your Hamburg Trip
Hamburgs cityscape and its illuminated Town Hall at night

Hamburgs cityscape and its illuminated Town Hall at night

O.T.Boie

Hamburg, situated in the North of Germany, is the second largest city in Germany and a wonderful destination for every traveler.
Hamburg boasts the third biggest harbor in the world (after New York and London); with its two rivers Elbe and Alster and 2.300 bridges (more than Amsterdam and Venice combined), Hamburg has great maritime flair.

Overview of Your Hamburg Trip

With this 2-day itinerary, you can enjoy many of the attractions and sights that Hamburg has to offer.

Day One is dedicated to "Harbor, History, and Nightlife" and includes a harbor boat tour, historical landmarks, and a visit to Hamburg's famous nightlife district, the "Reeperbahn".

Day Two is filled with "Shopping, Art, and Architecture" in the heart of Hamburg, and you'll top the evening off with a visit to one or two of the best bars in the city.

Hamburg Travel Tips:

  • This itinerary involves a good amount of walking, so pack comfortable shoes

  • Hamburg can be windy, so bring a shawl or an extra sweater

  • The Hamburg Metro Card is a great way to get around and gives you discounts for many of Hamburg's attractions

  • Get a map of Hamburg's city center, it will make getting around much easier for you; you can also print out a google map of Hamburg

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