Explore Hamburg's nightlife
Dine & Drink

Bars by Category

Night owls won't be bored. Dance all night long – explore the bars and pubs of St. Pauli, Sternschanze, and beyond.

Bars by Location

Schanzenviertel in Hamburg, Germany
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Bars by Location Sternschanze & Karoviertel

Watch an FC St. Pauli match at a sports bar or meet local artists and musicians over a late-night beer at one of Hamburg's hip dive-bars.

St. Pauli, Hamburg, Germany
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Bars by Location St. Pauli

Home to the world-renowned Reeperbahn district, chances are high you'll find your new favourite watering hole right here.

City Centre Hamburg, Germany
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Bars by Location City Centre

The best deals are made over drinks, so Hamburg's business centre also offers some of the finest bars and after work clubs of the city.

Hansaplatz in Hamburg, St. Georg, Germany
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Bars by Location St. Georg and Hamburg East

Located by the Alster lakes and Hamburg Central Station, St.Georg is well known for its LGBTQIA+-friendly vibe as well as many chic hotel bars.

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Bars by Location Altona and Ottensen

From smoky sailors' taverns by the Elbe to chic Ottensen cocktail bars, in Altona everybody can find their new favourite hangout.

Bars in Eimsbuettel, Hamburg, Germany
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Bars by Location Eimsbüttel

Far removed from the Reeperbahn, Eimsbüttel offers trendy cocktail bars and jazz clubs rather than all-night dancing and drinking.

Bars in Hamburg, Germany
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Bars by Location Eppendorf

Enjoy a glass of vintage in a fancy wine bar by the Alster canals or have a nightcap at a neighbourhood pub on Eppendorfer Weg.

Dammtor station, Hamburg-Rotherbaum, Germany
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Bars by Location Rotherbaum

The bars around the university have everything that students could wish for: cosy couches, the hippest music and affordable drinks.

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Top 5 Bars

Top 5 Bars in Hamburg, Germany / The Chug Club
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Bars and Pubs Top 5 Bars

Can’t wait to explore Hamburg’s legendary nightlife? We’re giving you a head start with our five favourite bars: from Hamburg’s oldest jazz club to shot-sized cocktails and all-night dancing in St. Pauli.

Bars and Pubs by Category

Beach Clubs in Hamburg, Germany
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Bars and Pubs Beach Clubs

On the city beaches along the Elbe river and elsewhere, beach clubs open their doors as soon as the weather allows it.

Beer gardens in Hamburg, Germany
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Bars and Pubs Beer Gardens

Even in the North, Bavarian-style beer gardens can be found aplenty. After all, nothing beats a cold beer in the warm summer sun.

Budget-friendly Bars in Hamburg, Germany
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Bars and Pubs Budget Bars

Having a great evening without spending all your money on drinks is a question of self-restraint. Or simply a matter of being in the know.

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Bars and Pubs Chic & Refined

Award-winning cocktails, exquisite interiors and highly-skilled staff: treat yourself to a night out at Hamburg's chicest drinking establishments.

Cocktails & Drinks in Hamburg, Germany
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Bars and Pubs Cocktails & Drinks

Put down your go-to drink: in Hamburg, sky's the limit when it comes to cocktail creations. After all, Gin Basil Smash was invented here.

Craft Beer & Breweries in Hamburg, Germany
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Bars and Pubs Craft Beer & Breweries

From Hamburg's very own Astra to household brands and small batches of craft beers: there's always something brewing up!

Dancing in Hamburg, Germany
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Bars and Pubs Bars for Dancing

With countless clubs to choose from and no curfew to stick to, you can dance and sing the night away until the sun comes up.

Hotel Bars in Hamburg, Germany
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Bars and Pubs Hotel Bars

Every night, visitors of Hamburg's many hotels go for a drink at the in-house bars. From functional to fancy, all price ranges are covered.

New Model Army live at Markthalle in Hamburg, Germany
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Bars and Pubs Live Music Bars

From smoky jazz clubs to fancy piano bars, Hamburg's live music scene is alive and kicking, especially at the city's smaller bars and clubs.

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