When packing for a trip to Hamburg, don't forget the essentials like your visa, passport, chargers, camera, some euro and the correct power adaptor. Clothing wise, check out the seasonality guides and pack to suit the conditions - aka layers for winter and lighter options for summer. Other necessities include a walking shoes, hat, sunglasses and a good pair of jeans. No, seriously, jeans are the ultimate European travel accessory, effortlessly taking you from strolls along cobblestoned streets to nights dancing in Saint Pauli.

Germany’s maritime city of Hamburg offers travellers a bounty of interesting accommodation options. Some of the most popular locations include Alstadt, Neustadt and Pauli.

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Germany’s peak season runs throughout summer from July to September, when travellers can enjoy warm weather and long days. If you’re keen to avoid the crowds, consider heading over between March and June. Alternatively, if winter is calling, head to Hamburg between December and February.

Head to Hamburg to experience a unique twist on German life, where days are spent exploring the city’s canals and popping in to landmarks like the St. Nikolai Memorial and Elphilharmonie Concert Hall, and nights are spent soaking up the vibes on Europe’s longest party street. If you’re there on a Sunday, don’t forget you visit the Hamburg Fish Market to taste the catch of the day! 

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