10-Day Germany Road Trip from Munich traveling west to Nuremberg, Frankfurt, Cologne, and Heidelberg

Your road trip adventure in Germany begins as soon as you reach the incredible city of Munich. You’ll stay in Munich for 3 nights, experiencing all the best things to do and see in the city.

Munich has many popular destinations you can explore. You could visit attractions like the incredible Stachus. This attraction is a square and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 24,450 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 Munich, Schneider Bräuhaus München. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 9,282 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Munich is Augustiner Klosterwirt GmbH. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 7,224 customers.

Munich also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of Munich is Hofbräuhaus München. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 65,884 customers.

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

Day 2 of your road trip will take you to the best attractions Munich has to offer. Cherish the 2 nights you have left in Munich by discovering the best things there are to see and do in the city.

There are plenty of attractions, markets, and restaurants for you to experience today in the city of Munich. Your accommodation will be conveniently located close to several of the best attractions you won't want to miss.

You'll be able to visit more of the best travel destinations like the extraordinary Nymphenburg Palace. This attraction is a summer residence and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 30,967 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations in Munich is the spectacular Olympiapark. This attraction is an olympic park and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 67,532 visitors.

You could then travel to the amazing BMW Welt. This music venue has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 31,532 visitors. Up to 3,000,000 people visit this popular attraction every year.

BMW Museum is another stop you might want to add to your itinerary. This automobile museum is a popular destination among visitors in Munich. Rated at an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 34,819 visitors, it’s one many travelers find worthy a visit. In one single year, this attraction usually gets more than 250,000 visitors.

Your discovery of Munich does not have to stop there. Check out the fantastic selection of tours and tickets offered in Munich on this day of your trip.

After a long day of exploring some of the most popular attractions in Germany, be sure to eat at Ratskeller München, which is considered one of the best restaurants in the city of Munich. This restaurant is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 6,121 customers.

Alternatively, another of the top restaurants in the city of Munich is the popular Nuernberger Bratwurst Gloeckl am Dom. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 3,035 customers.

When you’ve finished your meal, Schneider Bräuhaus München is one of the best bars in the city of Munich for an after-dinner drink. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 9,282 customers.

Kennedy's Bar and Restaurant is another of the most popular bars in the city of Munich. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 5,885 customers.

Alternatively, a great bar that locals enjoy in the city of Munich is Kilians Irish Pub. Kilians Irish Pub has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 5,188 customers.

Stopping at one of these popular bars is the perfect way to celebrate another incredible day in the magical city of Munich!

Day 3 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 Munich and end it at a top-rated hotel in the city of Nuremberg. You will stay in Nuremberg for 1 night. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

One of the best places to visit today in Munich is the amazing Marienplatz. This attraction is a square that is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 116,399 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible best-rated sightseeing destination, Viktualienmarkt. With an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 57,932 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Munich is the outstanding Deutsches Museum. This popular national museum and travel destination has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 34,244 visitors.

The spectacular Eisbachwelle is another popular attraction you can visit today. This fascinating must-see tourist destination and attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 17,704 visitors.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic English Garden. This attraction is a popular park that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 61,263 visitors.

You can make the most of your new day in Munich 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 Nuremberg, where you will access the best hotels and places to stay.

After dinner, visit Finnegan's Harp Irish Pub, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Nuremberg. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,140 customers.

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

You’ll stay in Frankfurt for 2 nights.

One of the best places to explore in the city of Nuremberg today is Schöner Brunnen. This excellent attraction is a well that has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 8,230 visitors.

We also recommend you visit the amazing Nuremberg Castle, an outstanding castle, in the city of Nuremberg. Around 36,364 travelers rated this attraction with 4.6 out of 5 stars.

To experience the local culture, see more of Germany, and meet new people at the same time, we highly recommend you go on a tour. You’ll find many top-rated and popular tours in the city, offering unique experiences that will inspire you. On this tour, you can go on an epic adventure to some of the best places to visit in Germany. You also get to admire popular places of interest.

You could then travel to Würzburg Residence for some unforgettable sightseeing experience. This popular attraction is a schloss and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 9,125 visitors. Approximately 350,000 people visit Würzburg every year to see the fantastic Würzburg Residence.

This outstanding top-tier point of interest has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 16,136 travelers.

You can also stop at the popular Marienberg Fortress. This attraction, a stunning fortress, has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 11,720 visitors.

You’ll have your choice of the best hotels and places to stay in the city of Frankfurt.

After a long day of traveling and sightseeing, we recommend you try one of the best restaurants in the city of Frankfurt, African Queen Restaurant. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,731 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the top bars in the city of Frankfurt, Der Fette Bulle. This popular bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 5,097 customers.

You could also relax with a drink at a popular bar like o'reilly's Irish pubs. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 4,367 customers.

Be sure to celebrate another day of your incredible road trip adventure through Germany with a toast!

On day 5 of your road trip across Germany, you’ll have the perfect day exploring the wonderful city of Frankfurt. You’ll stay in Frankfurt 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 Cult, one of the best 4-star hotels in the city of Frankfurt. This hotel has an average rating of 4 out of 5 stars by 8,177 guests.

The best luxury hotel option in the city of Frankfurt is the 5-star Frankfurt Marriott Hotel. The hotel is rated an average of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 2,520 guests.

One of the best hotels we recommend in the city of Frankfurt is the 3-star Cristall. This 3-star hotel has an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars by 4,692 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 Palmengarten. This attraction has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 18,771 visitors.

Alte Oper is another popular attraction you could visit. This incredible attraction is a concert hall and has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 13,197 visitors.

One of the best attractions you could visit is the extraordinary Römerberg. This square is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars in 24,079 reviews.

As the day moves along, one attraction you’ll probably want to visit is the incredible Iron Footbridge. Around 22,822 visitors have given this must-see tourist destination an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

Come to Frankfurt 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 Frankfurt.

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

We recommend you eat at a delicious restaurant that locals enjoy, like Restaurant Klosterhof, after your day of exploring the city of Frankfurt. This excellent restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,908 customers.

Gaststätte Atschel is another of the best restaurants in the city of Frankfurt. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,694 customers.

Locals recommend Bar Helium Frankfurt am Main, one of the best bars in the city of Frankfurt, for a refreshing evening drink to finish your day. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,956 customers.

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

Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Cologne. You’ll stay in Cologne for 1 night. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of Bad Homburg’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of Bad Homburg, start your day with a visit to the amazing Kurpark Bad Homburg. This much-appreciated spa park and attraction is rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 5,949 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Thailändische Pagode - Thai-Sala. This place of worship and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 174 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Saalburg to make the most of your road trip across Germany. The spectacular Saalburg is a museum that has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 4,309 visitors.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Bad Homburg has to offer, you'll be ready to hit the open road and continue your unforgettable road trip towards the city of Cologne. Cologne 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 Craftbeer Corner Coeln. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 1,165 reviews.

The remarkable Gruber's is another top restaurant in Cologne we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 625 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Cologne, the fantastic Toddy Tapper. This bar has an average rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars by 590 customers.

To end your night the best way possible, we recommend going to the wonderful Gaffel am Dom I Kölsches Brauhaus und Wirtshaus I Brauhaus Köln. This bar offers a great variety of drinks and has been rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 6,484 customers.

Another bar with a great atmosphere is Gilden im Zims. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 5,823 customers, so don’t forget to check this one out as well!

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in Germany!

Get ready to experience some of the most famous attractions in the area!

One of the best places to visit in the city of Cologne is the amazing Cologne Cathedral. This attraction is a catholic cathedral and is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 68,667 visitors. As one of the top sights in the area, around 5,000,000 people visit Cologne Cathedral every year.

You could also go sightseeing at the incredible Old Market. This must-see tourist destination and travel destination has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 12,654 visitors.

Cologne Chocolate Museum is another popular attraction you can explore in the city of Cologne. This well-known attraction, a spectacular museum, has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from over 36,145 reviews.

Joining a top-rated tour in Cologne is another excellent way to spend your new day in Germany. The best tours in this travel destination will take you on an exploration to some of Germany’s most well-known attractions and best-kept secrets.

With this tour, you’ll set out on a journey to Germany’s most interesting sights. As you go along this remarkable tour, you’ll also have the unique opportunity to catch a glimpse of Germany’s scenic spots.

You could then travel to the amazing Deutsches Eck for some sightseeing. This popular attraction is a headland and has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 33,451 visitors.

You’ll also have your choice of the best hotels and places to stay in the city of Heidelberg.

After dinner, visit Vetter's Alt Heidelberger Brauhaus, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Heidelberg. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 3,422 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like HANS IM GLÜCK - HEIDELBERG Heiliggeistkirche. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 3,229 customers.

Alternatively, Sahara Restaurant is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Heidelberg. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,850 customers.

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

Rise and shine on day 8 of your road trip in Germany. Today, you'll wake up in Heidelberg 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 Heidelberg 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 Heidelberg. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful Heidelberg Palace. This attraction is a museum that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 53,614 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible Heidelberger Marktplatz. This attraction, a beloved best-rated sightseeing destination, has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 7,577 visitors.

If you have time, another site you could explore in Heidelberg is the stunning Old Bridge Heidelberg. This best-rated sightseeing destination and travel destination has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 15,247 visitors.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable Silver Star. This attraction is a hypercoaster that has an average rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars from 7,786 visitors.

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.

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.

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!

Day 9 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 Stuttgart and end it at a top-rated hotel in the city of Munich. You will stay in Munich for 1 night. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

One of the best places to visit today in Stuttgart is the amazing Schloßplatz. This attraction is a square that is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 41,090 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible automobile museum, Porsche Museum. With an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 27,255 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Stuttgart is the outstanding Mercedes-Benz Museum. This popular automobile museum and travel destination has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 42,121 visitors.

You can make the most of your new day in Stuttgart 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 Munich, where you will access the best hotels and places to stay.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Münchner Stubn, one of the best restaurants in the city of Munich. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 3,255 customers.

Locals also recommend Zum Dürnbräu as one of the best restaurants in the city of Munich. Zum Dürnbräu is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,242 customers.

After dinner, visit Nuernberger Bratwurst Gloeckl am Dom, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Munich. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 3,035 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Wirtshaus Zum Straubinger. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,475 customers.

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

Day 10 of your road trip in Germany is your departure day. This is your chance to catch one last glimpse of Munich 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.

Odeonsplatz is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Munich. This square and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 18,916 visitors.

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

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