Is Hamburg Expensive?

Is Hamburg expensive to visit?

Hamburg is a moderately priced destination with an average daily cost of $127. Compared to the rest of Europe, which is known to be an expensive region, it is a moderately priced place to visit. It's ranked in the top 50% of cities in Europe for its travel costs, comparable to places like Villach and Marbella.

The Speicherstadt in Hamburg, Germany

How expensive is Hamburg?

The average cost of traveling to Hamburg can vary widely based on many factors, but our calculations based on previous travlers show that the average daily cost is $127 (U.S. Dollars). Your travel style, accommodation preferences, dining choices, and trip duration can alter your individual budget, as you can find a wide array of accommodation, food, and entertainment options available for your visit. Sticking to mid-range hotels, affordable restaurants, and public transit when available can keep your costs close to this calculated average. See more travel costs for Hamburg here.

How expensive is a weekend trip (three days) to Hamburg?

Based on our calculations from previous travelers, a weekend trip to Hamburg will cost around $380 per person. This amount includes sightseeing activities, hotels, restaurants, local transportation, and other travel expenses. For two people, a weekend trip would cost $761.

How expensive is a one week (7-day) trip to Hamburg?

On average, a one week trip to Hamburg costs about $888 per person. This is based on the previous expenses of actual travelers, and includes accommodation, food, activities, local transportation, and more. For two people, a one week trip costs $1,776.

Is it expensive to backpack in Hamburg?

With more than 20 hostels in the area, Hamburg is a popular backpacker destination for travelers looking to stay on a tight budget and have a fun time along the way. Here, hostels cost an average of $24 per night for a dorm bed, with private rooms being more expensive. (See hostel prices in Hamburg here.) It's also common to see a wide range in prices, as the cheapest hostels here cost $15, but the most expensive can be more than $37 per night.

Here are a few sample prices from popular hostels in Hamburg.

• $20 for a dorm bed at MEININGER Hamburg City Center
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• $23 for a dorm bed at Backpackers St. Pauli
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• $37 for a dorm bed at Instant Sleep Backpacker Hostel
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Are hotels expensive in Hamburg?

From our analysis of hotel prices in Hamburg, we can see that they are moderate and on par in comparison to the rest of the world. On average, a night in a hotel room costs approximately $82. The area hosts around 13 five-star hotels, averaging $179 per night. For those with an eye on both comfort and economy, three-star hotels present a reasonable choice at an average of $87 per night, while two-star hotels offer an even more economical option at $62 per night.

How expensive are sightseeing activities in Hamburg?

Activities and things to do in Hamburg can vary in price depending on the type of activity, length, and location. Below are a number of popular activities to give you an idea of what to expect when visiting. Generally, previous travelers have spent $43 per day on sightseeing activities and things to do when visiting, which is more than the country's average of $31.

• "Highlights of Hamburg" Biketour: $39
• Hamburg Craft Beer Tasting Tour in German: $50
• Hamburg: "Around the Elbphilharmonie" - city tour with a large harbor tour: $43
• Speicherstadt & HafenCity Erlebnistour: $25
• Reeperbahn Tour In St. Pauli : $24
• Hamburg Half Day Walking Tour with a Local: 100% Personalized & Private : $162
• Hamburg Craft Beer Tasting Tour in English: $50
• Private Hamburg Peppercorn Tour: $98

Is food expensive in Hamburg?

Food in Hamburg can vary in price depending on the restaurant and food options available. Generally, other travelers have spent $38 on food per person per day, which is less than the country's average of $43. To save money, eat at less expensive restaurants, try street food, or cook your own meals when possible.

• Hamburg Private Food Tours with a Local: 100% Personalized : $184
• St George's Culinary Food Tour: $48
• Sternschanze kulinarisch: Die Food Tour: $48
• Elphi Plaza und HafenCity kulinarisch – Die Food Tour: $59
• St. Pauli kulinarisch – Die Food Tour: $48
• Hamburg: Elbphilharmonie Plaza and HafenCity Food Tour: $586

Is transportation expensive in Hamburg?

Exploring local transportation in Hamburg shows that the price can vary greatly by the type of transportation used. On average, previous travelers have spent $31 per person per day, which is more than the country's average of $26. If you want to save money, use public transit as it's much cheaper than taxis or private drivers.

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We've been gathering travel costs from tens of thousands of actual travelers since 2010, and we use the data to calculate average daily travel costs for destinations around the world. We also systematically analyze the prices of hotels, hostels, and tours from travel providers such as Kayak, HostelWorld, TourRadar, Viator, and others. This combination of expenses from actual travelers, combined with pricing data from major travel companies, gives us a uniqe insight into the overall cost of travel for thousands of cities in countries around the world. You can see more here: How it Works.