10-Day Germany Road Trip from Hamburg traveling south to Essen, Stuttgart, Munich, and Chemnitz

Your road trip adventure in Germany begins as soon as you reach the incredible city of Hamburg. You’ll stay in Hamburg for 2 nights, experiencing all the best things to do and see in the city.

Hamburg has many popular destinations you can explore. You could visit attractions like the incredible Elbe Philharmonic Hall. This attraction is a concert hall and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 63,498 visitors.

When you're done sightseeing for the day, you'll check in at one of the best hotels or places to stay in the city. Your stay promises to be a delightful continuation of your exploration, providing comfort and tranquility to recharge for the adventures that lie ahead.

When you’re ready for dinner, we recommend you try one of the best restaurants in the city of Hamburg, estancia steaks. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,416 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Hamburg is Hanoi Deli Rathaus. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,380 customers.

Hamburg also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of Hamburg is Le Lion • Bar de Paris. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,224 customers.

Another of the best bars in the city of Hamburg is The Chug Club. This bar is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 734 customers.

Locals also enjoy Skyline Bar 20up. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,995 customers.

Enjoy toasting the start of your 10-day vacation in Germany!

Day 2 of your road trip through Germany gives you the opportunity to experience two places in one day. You'll start your day with some exploring in the city of Hamburg and end it at a top-rated hotel in the city of Essen. You will stay in Essen for 1 night. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

One of the best places to visit today in Hamburg is the amazing St. Michael's Church. This attraction is a church that is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 16,823 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible road tunnel, Elbe Tunnel. With an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 28,482 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Hamburg is the outstanding Miniatur Wunderland. This popular museum and travel destination has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 69,222 visitors.

You can make the most of your new day in Hamburg by joining activities and tours that let you discover what else the city has in store for you. There are many top-rated experiences you can include in your travel plan to add flavor to your road trip in Germany. Browse all of your options and reserve your slot before it's too late.

At the end of the day, you will drive to the city of Essen, where you will access the best hotels and places to stay.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try sattgrün theaterpassage, one of the best restaurants in the city of Essen. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,011 customers.

Locals also recommend Fritzpatrick's Irish Pub as one of the best restaurants in the city of Essen. Fritzpatrick's Irish Pub is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,779 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Essen is Traumkuh - Burger & Poutine. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,460 customers.

After dinner, visit Daktari Cocktailbar, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Essen. This bar is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 638 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Restaurant Hülsmannshof. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,570 customers.

Raise your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure through Germany!

Rise and shine on day 3 of your road trip in Germany. Today, you'll wake up in Essen and embark on a scenic drive to Stuttgart, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 1 night. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Essen and Cologne before you reach your end destination for the day.

It’s hard not to feel excited about visiting attractions in a destination as lovely as Essen. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful UNESCO-Welterbe Zollverein. This attraction is a museum that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 17,439 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible Botanischer Garten Grugapark. This attraction, a beloved botanical garden, has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 14,228 visitors.

If you have time, another site you could explore in Essen is the stunning LaserZone LaserTag Essen West - Borbeck. This must-see tourist destination and travel destination has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 6,867 visitors.

Wave goodbye to Hamburg and continue your journey by car. If you want to break up today’s drive into two, take the opportunity to stop and discover what the city of Cologne has to offer.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable Cologne Cathedral. This attraction is a catholic cathedral that has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 57,506 visitors. Around 5,000,000 people visit Cologne Cathedral every year.

If you want to explore more, visit the incredible Old Market. This best-rated sightseeing destination and attraction has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 10,413 reviews.

When you're done with your sightseeing in Cologne, it's time to continue your drive to the city of Stuttgart. When you arrive in Stuttgart you’ll check in at one of the best hotels in the area.

We recommend you end the day with a dinner at a popular restaurant near your accommodation, like Carls Brauhaus. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 6,666 customers.

Locals also recommend ABACCO'S STEAKHOUSE Stuttgart, another of the best restaurants in Stuttgart. ABACCO'S STEAKHOUSE Stuttgart is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 3,830 customers.

If you feel like having something else, check out the menu at Ochs'n Willi. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 3,606 customers and is a great place to enjoy a lovely meal.

After dinner, visit Schwarz Weiß Bar to enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in Stuttgart, with an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 651 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Biddy Earlys Irish Pub. This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation. Biddy Earlys Irish Pub has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,632 customers.

Jigger & Spoon is another bar locals often recommend. This bar offers a great variety of snacks and drinks and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,274 customers.

End your day by raising your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure in Germany, and look forward to more great days to come!

As you rise to greet the dawn on day 4 of your epic road trip in Germany, you'll awaken to the bustling city of Hamburg. Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Munich. You’ll stay in Munich for 2 nights. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of Hamburg’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of Hamburg, start your day with a visit to the amazing Schloßplatz. This much-appreciated square and attraction is rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 35,233 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Porsche Museum. This automobile museum and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 20,592 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Mercedes-Benz Museum to make the most of your road trip across Germany. The spectacular Mercedes-Benz Museum is an automobile museum that has been rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 34,240 visitors. Every year, around 876,109 travelers include this attraction on their travel itinerary.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Hamburg has to offer, you'll be ready to hit the open road and continue your unforgettable road trip towards the city of Munich. Munich offers plenty of options for top-rated hotels and other places to stay that fit all travel budgets.

After you’ve settled into your accommodation, we recommend a dinner at the popular Hofbräuhaus München. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.3 out of 5 stars in 65,884 reviews.

The remarkable Schneider Bräuhaus München is another top restaurant in Munich we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 9,282 customers.

If you would rather go somewhere else, the famous Augustiner Klosterwirt GmbH is also an excellent choice. This well-loved restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 7,224 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Munich, the fantastic Kennedy's Bar and Restaurant. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 5,885 customers.

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in Germany!

On day 5 of your road trip across Germany, you’ll have the perfect day exploring the wonderful city of Hamburg. You’ll stay in Hamburg for 1 night, meaning you have plenty of time to discover the best things to see and do in the area.

We recommend you stay at the Wyndham Garden Munich Messe, one of the best 4-star hotels in the city of Hamburg. This hotel has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 10,762 guests.

The best luxury hotel option in the city of Hamburg is the 5-star Hyperion Hotel München. The hotel is rated an average of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 6,231 guests.

One of the best hotels we recommend in the city of Hamburg is the 3-star Super 8 by Wyndham Munich City North. This 3-star hotel has an average rating of 4 out of 5 stars by 6,106 guests.

Our flexible booking system will automatically provide you with the best alternatives if these hotels are not available.

You'll have easy access to popular travel destinations like the outstanding Olympiapark. This attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 60,982 visitors.

BMW Museum is another popular attraction you could visit. This incredible attraction is an automobile museum and has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 30,365 visitors. Up to 250,000 travelers visit this fantastic attraction every year.

One of the best attractions you could visit is the extraordinary BMW Welt. This music venue gets more than 3,000,000 visitors on an annual basis and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 28,049 reviews.

As the day moves along, one attraction you’ll probably want to visit is the incredible Odeonsplatz. Around 16,815 visitors have given this square an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

Today you'll also have the opportunity to spend some time at the fantastic Stachus. Stachus is a popular square, rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 19,981 travelers.

Come to Hamburg prepared by adding some tours and tickets to your vacation package. Book a popular and budget-friendly activity you can do on this day in Hamburg.

After a day of exploring, try one of the best restaurants in the city of Hamburg.

We recommend you eat at a delicious restaurant that locals enjoy, like Ratskeller München, after your day of exploring the city of Hamburg. This excellent restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 6,121 customers.

Kennedy's Bar and Restaurant is another of the best restaurants in the city of Hamburg. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 5,885 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Hamburg is Kilians Irish Pub. The restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 5,188 customers.

Locals recommend Nuernberger Bratwurst Gloeckl am Dom, one of the best bars in the city of Hamburg, for a refreshing evening drink to finish your day. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 3,035 customers.

It's a perfect place to relax and enjoy another amazing evening in Germany.

Day 6 of your road trip through Germany gives you the opportunity to experience two places in one day. You'll start your day with some exploring in the city of Hamburg and end it at a top-rated hotel in the city of Chemnitz. You will stay in Chemnitz for 1 night. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

One of the best places to visit today in Hamburg is the amazing Marienplatz. This attraction is a square that is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 98,402 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible best-rated sightseeing destination, Victuals Market. With an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 54,246 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Hamburg is the outstanding Deutsches Museum. This popular national museum and travel destination has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 30,593 visitors.

The spectacular English Garden is another popular attraction you can visit today. This fascinating park and attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 57,306 visitors.

You can make the most of your new day in Hamburg by joining activities and tours that let you discover what else the city has in store for you. There are many top-rated experiences you can include in your travel plan to add flavor to your road trip in Germany. Browse all of your options and reserve your slot before it's too late.

At the end of the day, you will drive to the city of Chemnitz, where you will access the best hotels and places to stay.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try City Pub Chemnitz, one of the best restaurants in the city of Chemnitz. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 575 customers.

Locals also recommend Imagine Pub as one of the best restaurants in the city of Chemnitz. Imagine Pub is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 288 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Chemnitz is WOODS Bar Chemnitz. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 284 customers.

Raise your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure through Germany!

Rise and shine on day 7 of your road trip in Germany. Today, you'll wake up in Chemnitz and embark on a scenic drive to Berlin, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 2 nights. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Chemnitz and Dresden before you reach your end destination for the day.

It’s hard not to feel excited about visiting attractions in a destination as lovely as Chemnitz. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful Water castle Klaffenbach. This attraction is a water castle that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 3,413 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible Chemnitz Zoo. This attraction, a beloved zoo, has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars from 4,628 visitors.

If you have time, another site you could explore in Chemnitz is the stunning Karl Marx Monument. This sculpture and travel destination has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,676 visitors.

Wave goodbye to Hamburg and continue your journey by car. If you want to break up today’s drive into two, take the opportunity to stop and discover what the city of Dresden has to offer.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable Church of Our Lady. This attraction is a church building that has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 26,184 visitors.

If you want to explore more, visit the incredible Semperoper. This opera house and attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 11,058 reviews.

Another site you could visit today is the top-rated Zwinger. This palace and travel destination is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 44,348 visitors.

When you're done with your sightseeing in Dresden, it's time to continue your drive to the city of Berlin. When you arrive in Berlin you’ll check in at one of the best hotels in the area.

We recommend you end the day with a dinner at a popular restaurant near your accommodation, like Restaurant Maximilians Berlin. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 6,853 customers.

Locals also recommend Dreh-Restaurant Sphere im Berliner Fernsehturm, another of the best restaurants in Berlin. Dreh-Restaurant Sphere im Berliner Fernsehturm is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 4,375 customers.

If you feel like having something else, check out the menu at BrewDog Berlin Mitte. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 3,557 customers and is a great place to enjoy a lovely meal.

After dinner, visit LIMONADIER Cocktailbar to enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in Berlin, with an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 902 customers.

This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation.

End your day by raising your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure in Germany, and look forward to more great days to come!

On day 8 of your road trip across Germany, you’ll have the perfect day exploring the wonderful city of Hamburg. You’ll stay in Hamburg for 1 night, meaning you have plenty of time to discover the best things to see and do in the area.

We recommend you stay at the Hotel am Borsigturm, one of the best 4-star hotels in the city of Hamburg. This hotel has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 2,176 guests.

The best luxury hotel option in the city of Hamburg is the 5-star JW Marriott Hotel Berlin. The hotel is rated an average of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 1,313 guests.

One of the best hotels we recommend in the city of Hamburg is the 3-star Citadines Kurfürstendamm Berlin. This 3-star apartment has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 1,782 guests.

Our flexible booking system will automatically provide you with the best alternatives if these hotels are not available.

You'll have easy access to popular travel destinations in the city of Hamburg, like the outstanding Berlin Wall Memorial. This attraction has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 36,668 visitors.

Gendarmenmarkt is another popular attraction you could visit in the city of Hamburg. This incredible attraction is a square and has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 36,595 visitors.

One of the best attractions you could visit in the city of Hamburg is the extraordinary Berlin Cathedral. This lutheran cathedral is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars in 31,281 reviews.

As the day moves along, one attraction you’ll probably want to visit is the incredible Alexanderplatz. Around 184,805 visitors have given this square an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars.

Come to Hamburg prepared by adding some tours and tickets to your vacation package. Book a popular and budget-friendly activity you can do on this day in Hamburg.

After a day of exploring, try one of the best restaurants in the city of Hamburg.

We recommend you eat at a delicious restaurant that locals enjoy, like Nante-Eck | Restaurant Berlin Mitte, after your day of exploring the city of Hamburg. This excellent restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 3,263 customers.

Zur Gerichtslaube is another of the best restaurants in the city of Hamburg. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,868 customers.

Locals recommend KASCHK by BRLO, one of the best bars in the city of Hamburg, for a refreshing evening drink to finish your day. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,635 customers.

Alternatively, you could choose another of the most popular bars in the city of Hamburg, Alt-Berliner Gasthaus Julchen Hoppe. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,661 customers.

It's a perfect place to relax and enjoy another amazing evening in Germany.

As you rise to greet the dawn on day 9 of your epic road trip in Germany, you'll awaken to the bustling city of Hamburg. Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Hamburg. You’ll stay in Hamburg for 1 night. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of Hamburg’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of Hamburg, start your day with a visit to the amazing Memorial to the Murdered Jews of Europe. This much-appreciated holocaust memorial and attraction is rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 41,805 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Brandenburg Gate. This triumphal arch and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 137,566 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Potsdamer Platz to make the most of your road trip across Germany. The spectacular Potsdamer Platz is a square that has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 51,421 visitors.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Hamburg has to offer, you'll be ready to hit the open road and continue your unforgettable road trip towards the city of Hamburg. Hamburg offers plenty of options for top-rated hotels and other places to stay that fit all travel budgets.

After you’ve settled into your accommodation, we recommend a dinner at the popular Heimathafen. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.4 out of 5 stars in 3,912 reviews.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Hamburg, the fantastic NAGEL Restaurant und Kneipe. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,360 customers.

To end your night the best way possible, we recommend going to the wonderful Brooklyn Burger Bar. This bar offers a great variety of drinks and has been rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,481 customers.

Another bar with a great atmosphere is Irish Pub in the Fleetenkieker. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,537 customers, so don’t forget to check this one out as well!

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in Germany!

Day 10 of your road trip in Germany is your departure day. This is your chance to catch one last glimpse of Hamburg before saying goodbye to this wonderful destination. When you have time to explore the area before you make your way home, we recommend visiting some of the following attractions.

Planten un Blomen is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Hamburg. This park and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 19,348 visitors.

Take a stroll along the main shopping streets of Hamburg and find some souvenirs to remind you of your road trip in Germany.

You could then enjoy your last meal in the city of Hamburg at NAGEL Restaurant und Kneipe before you travel home. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,360 customers.

Alternatively, we also recommend Brooklyn Burger Bar for your last chance at a meal in the city of Hamburg. The Brooklyn Burger Bar restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,481 customers.

If you'd prefer a popular restaurant that locals enjoy, try NOM vietnamese fusion food. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,783 customers.

You’ll then say farewell to Hamburg. We wish you a pleasant journey home, with many wonderful memories of your unforgettable vacation in Germany!