Christmas magic through Hamburg's old town
Immerse yourself in the festive lights and discover 7 Christmas markets in Hamburg's old town – including a flying Santa Claus, the scent of mulled wine, and crafts. ✨
Editor's tip. Rathaus market is most central; Santa Pauli on the Reeperbahn is the adult, late-night market.
Plan the days around it
Book Hamburg Christmas Markets: tours and experiences
Hamburg Christmas Markets runs 20 November to 23 December. These are the food tours and tastings in Hamburg to book for the days around it; most cancel free up to 24 hours ahead.
Hamburg: Private Christmas Market Tour
Experience the festive spirit of the holiday season at Hamburg's famous Christmas Market, a lively and enchanting wonderland filled with twinkling lights, seasonal tre...
Hamburg: Speicherstadt Food Tour, 7+ Tastings & Labskaus
Eat your way through Hamburg's historic Speicherstadt and old town, tasting Franzbrötchen, Fischbrötchen, Labskaus and a mystery Secret Dish with a local guide.
Location
Address: Rathausmarkt 1, 20095 Hamburg
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