11-Day Germany road trip from Frankfurt to Cologne, Hanover, Hamburg, and Berlin

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

Frankfurt has many popular destinations you can explore. You could visit attractions like the incredible Nizza. This attraction is an urban park and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 6,147 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 Frankfurt, African Queen Restaurant. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,731 customers.

Frankfurt also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of Frankfurt is Der Fette Bulle. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 5,097 customers.

Another of the best bars in the city of Frankfurt is o'reilly's Irish pubs. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 4,367 customers.

Enjoy toasting the start of your 11-day vacation in Germany!

Day 2 of your road trip will take you to the best attractions Frankfurt has to offer. Cherish the 2 nights you have left in Frankfurt 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 Frankfurt. 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 Palmengarten. This attraction is a botanical garden and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 18,771 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations in Frankfurt is the spectacular Alte Oper. This attraction is a concert hall and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 13,197 visitors.

You could then travel to the amazing Römerberg. This square has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 24,079 visitors.

Iron Footbridge is another stop you might want to add to your itinerary. This top-tier point of interest is a popular destination among visitors in Frankfurt. Rated at an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 22,822 visitors, it’s one many travelers find worthy a visit.

Your discovery of Frankfurt does not have to stop there. Check out the fantastic selection of tours and tickets offered in Frankfurt 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 Restaurant Klosterhof, which is considered one of the best restaurants in the city of Frankfurt. This restaurant is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,908 customers.

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

When you’ve finished your meal, Bar Helium Frankfurt am Main is one of the best bars in the city of Frankfurt for an after-dinner drink. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,956 customers.

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

Day 3 of your road trip through Germany gives you the opportunity to experience two places in one day. You will stay in Cologne for 1 night. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

One of the best places to visit today in Mainz is the amazing Ehrenbreitstein Fortress. This attraction is a fortress that is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 18,012 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible headland, Deutsches Eck. With an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 33,451 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Mainz is the outstanding Maria Laach Abbey. This popular monastery and travel destination has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 5,644 visitors.

The spectacular Nürburgring is another popular attraction you can visit today. This fascinating top-tier point of interest and attraction has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 34,984 visitors.

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 Cologne, where you will access the best hotels and places to stay.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Craftbeer Corner Coeln, one of the best restaurants in the city of Cologne. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,165 customers.

Locals also recommend Gruber's as one of the best restaurants in the city of Cologne. Gruber's is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 625 customers.

After dinner, visit Toddy Tapper, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Cologne. This bar is rated an average of 4.9 out of 5 stars by 590 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Gaffel am Dom I Kölsches Brauhaus und Wirtshaus I Brauhaus Köln. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 6,484 customers.

Alternatively, Gilden im Zims is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Cologne. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 5,823 customers.

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

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

If you’re curious to see more of Cologne, start your day with a visit to the amazing Cologne Chocolate Museum. This much-appreciated museum and attraction is rated 4.3 out of 5 stars by 36,145 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Cologne Cathedral. This catholic cathedral and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 68,667 visitors. As one of the top places to visit in the city, the incredible Cologne Cathedral welcomes 5,000,000 visitors annually.

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

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 Hanover is the amazing Markthalle Hannover. This attraction is a must-see tourist destination and is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 8,854 visitors.

You could also go sightseeing at the incredible Herrenhausen Gardens. This park and travel destination has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 15,891 visitors.

Joining a top-rated tour in Hanover 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’ll also have your choice of the best hotels and places to stay in the city of Hamburg.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try estancia steaks, one of the best restaurants in the city of Hamburg. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,416 customers.

Locals also recommend Hanoi Deli Rathaus as one of the best restaurants in the city of Hamburg. Hanoi Deli Rathaus is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,380 customers.

After dinner, visit Le Lion • Bar de Paris, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Hamburg. This bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,224 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like The Chug Club. This bar has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 734 customers.

Alternatively, Skyline Bar 20up is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Hamburg. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,995 customers.

Raise your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure through 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 Berlin. You will stay in Berlin for 3 nights. 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 Planten un Blomen. This attraction is a park that is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 21,777 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible road tunnel, Elbe Tunnel. With an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 34,402 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Hamburg is the outstanding Elbe Philharmonic Hall. This popular concert hall and travel destination has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 76,719 visitors.

The spectacular Miniatur Wunderland is another popular attraction you can visit today. This fascinating museum and attraction has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 86,083 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 Berlin, where you will access the best hotels and places to stay.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Dreh-Restaurant Sphere im Berliner Fernsehturm, one of the best restaurants in the city of Berlin. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 4,375 customers.

After dinner, visit LIMONADIER Cocktailbar, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Berlin. This bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 902 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Restaurant Maximilians Berlin. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 6,853 customers.

Alternatively, BrewDog Berlin Mitte is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Berlin. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 3,557 customers.

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

On day 7 of your road trip across Germany, you’ll have the perfect day exploring the wonderful city of Berlin. You’ll stay in Berlin for 2 nights, meaning you have plenty of time to discover the best things to see and do in the area.

We recommend you stay at the IntercityHotel Berlin Hauptbahnhof, one of the best 4-star hotels in the city of Berlin. This hotel has an average rating of 4 out of 5 stars by 14,378 guests.

The best luxury hotel option in the city of Berlin is the 5-star Steigenberger Hotel Am Kanzleramt. The hotel is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 7,317 guests.

One of the best hotels we recommend in the city of Berlin is the 3-star Motel One Berlin-Alexanderplatz. This 3-star hotel has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 11,738 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 Berlin, like the outstanding Siegessäule. This attraction has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 25,973 visitors.

Großer Tiergarten is another popular attraction you could visit in the city of Berlin. This incredible attraction is a park and has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 23,234 visitors.

One of the best attractions you could visit in the city of Berlin is the extraordinary Alexanderplatz. This square is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars in 210,891 reviews.

Come to Berlin 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 Berlin.

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

Locals recommend Zur Gerichtslaube, one of the best bars in the city of Berlin, for a refreshing evening drink to finish your day. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,868 customers.

Alternatively, you could choose another of the most popular bars in the city of Berlin, KASCHK by BRLO. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,635 customers.

Alt-Berliner Gasthaus Julchen Hoppe is also one of the best bars in the city of Berlin. This bar is rated an average 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.

Day 8 of your road trip will take you to the best attractions Berlin has to offer. Cherish the 1 night you have left in Berlin 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 Berlin. 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 in the city of Berlin, like the extraordinary Brandenburg Gate. This attraction is a triumphal arch and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 160,469 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations in Berlin is the spectacular Memorial to the Murdered Jews of Europe. This attraction is a holocaust memorial and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 45,023 visitors.

You could then travel to the amazing Berlin Cathedral. This lutheran cathedral has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 35,783 visitors.

Pergamon Museum is another stop you might want to add to your itinerary. This art museum is a popular destination among visitors in Berlin. Rated at an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 29,276 visitors, it’s one many travelers find worthy a visit. In one single year, this attraction usually gets more than 1,298,000 visitors.

If you’re interested in seeing something outstanding today, then consider Mauerpark. Mauerpark is a park and popular attraction in Berlin. More than 19,722 visitors have rated this place an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars.

Your discovery of Berlin does not have to stop there. Check out the fantastic selection of tours and tickets offered in Berlin 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 Nante-Eck | Restaurant Berlin Mitte, which is considered one of the best restaurants in the city of Berlin. This restaurant is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 3,263 customers.

When you’ve finished your meal, Gaffel Haus Berlin - Kölsches Konsulat is one of the best bars in the city of Berlin for an after-dinner drink. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,365 customers.

Mikkeller Berlin is another of the most popular bars in the city of Berlin. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,202 customers.

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

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

If you’re curious to see more of Berlin, start your day with a visit to the amazing Berlin Wall Memorial. This much-appreciated museum and attraction is rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 40,682 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Checkpoint Charlie. This best-rated sightseeing destination and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars from 81,962 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Topography of Terror to make the most of your road trip across Germany. The spectacular Topography of Terror is a military museum that has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 36,144 visitors.

The lovely Potsdamer Platz is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 59,527 visitors have left this square average ratings of 4.4 out of 5 stars.

If you feel like visiting another type of sight or don’t want to jump into the car quite yet, spend some time at the spectacular Charlottenburg Palace. This attraction is a château rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars in 25,430 reviews.

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

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in Germany!

Rise and shine on day 10 of your road trip in Germany. Today, you'll wake up in Naumburg (Saale) and embark on a scenic drive to Frankfurt, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 1 night. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Naumburg (Saale) and Thuringia 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 Naumburg (Saale). When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful Naumburg Cathedral. This attraction is a lutheran cathedral that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 4,086 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible Sport- und Freizeitbad bulabana. This attraction, a beloved amusement park, has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars from 1,196 visitors.

If you have time, another site you could explore in Naumburg (Saale) is the stunning Naumburger Straßenbahn GmbH. This must-see tourist destination and travel destination has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 364 visitors.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable Goethe's House. This attraction is a museum that has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 2,869 visitors.

If you want to explore more, visit the incredible Park a der Ilm. This english garden and attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 4,015 reviews.

When you're done with your sightseeing in Thuringia, it's time to continue your drive to the city of Frankfurt. When you arrive in Frankfurt 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 Zum Gemalten Haus. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 2,641 customers.

After dinner, visit Bananas Shisha Lounge to enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in Frankfurt, with an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 746 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Champions Frankfurt. This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation. Champions Frankfurt has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 831 customers.

SenSaSion Bar & Restaurant Frankfurt is another bar locals often recommend. This bar offers a great variety of snacks and drinks and is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 400 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!

Day 11 of your road trip in Germany is your departure day. This is your chance to catch one last glimpse of Frankfurt 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.

Rebstockpark is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Frankfurt. This must-see tourist destination and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 3,784 visitors.

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

You could then enjoy your last meal in the city of Frankfurt at Römer Pils Brunnen before you travel home. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,818 customers.

Alternatively, we also recommend Apfelwein Dax for your last chance at a meal in the city of Frankfurt. The Apfelwein Dax restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,457 customers.

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