Hamburg on a Budget: 2 Days of Fun

Explore the charm and culture of Hamburg without breaking the bank.

21 June 2023

Enjoy the beautiful city of Hamburg with limited budget, by visiting the free attractions such as the Planten un Blomen park and St. Michaelis Church. Taste the delicious local food without breaking the bank by eating at the street food markets. Save on transportation costs by exploring the city on foot or using the affordable public transport system.

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Day 1

Exploring Hamburg's History

  • Stay: A&O Hamburg Hauptbahnhof affordable hostel in the heart of the city
  • Begin with a tour of the historic Speicherstadt, the world's largest warehouse complex
  • Visit the Miniatur Wunderland for a miniature visual tour of the world's greatest cities
  • Grab lunch at the Fischmarkt, Germany's oldest open-air market with lots of fresh seafood options
  • Explore the charming old town of Hamburg, including the magnificent St. Michael's Church
  • End the day with an evening stroll along the Reeperbahn, Hamburg's notorious nightlife district
Day 2

Nature and Art in Hamburg

  • Stay: Pyjama Park Schanzenviertel trendy and affordable hotel in a lively area
  • Start the day with a walk in the Planten un Blomen park, with its beautiful Japanese garden and water light show
  • Visit the Kunsthalle Hamburg, an art museum with an impressive collection from the Middle Ages to contemporary art
  • Enjoy a picnic lunch by the waterfront at Hamburg's Fish Auction Hall and Market
  • Head to the Elbphilharmonie, an architectural masterpiece and one of the world's most acoustically advanced concert halls
  • End the day with a sunset cruise on the Elbe river, taking in the city's skyline from a different perspective.

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How to get there

Plane

The best way to get to Hamburg, Germany by plane is to fly into Hamburg Airport (HAM) with major airlines such as Lufthansa, Air France, and KLM.

Car

Driving to Hamburg is possible by taking major highways like the A1 or the A7 which connect Hamburg to other major cities in Germany.

Train

For train travel, the best option is to take the ICE train to Hamburg Hauptbahnhof from major German cities such as Berlin or Frankfurt.

Boat

For those interested in taking a boat to Hamburg, it is possible to take a ferry from nearby Scandinavian countries like Denmark and Sweden.

Bus

Multiple bus companies such as Flixbus offer trips to Hamburg from major European cities like Amsterdam and Prague.

Destination

Hamburg

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