12-Day Germany road trip from Dresden to Berlin, Hamburg, Hanover, and Düsseldorf

Photo of scenic summer view of the Old Town architecture with Elbe river embankment in Dresden, Saxony, Germany.
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12 days & 11 nights
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Have the adventure of a lifetime with this 12-day road trip through Germany.

This incredible self-drive vacation package will take you through the best destinations in Germany. With this perfectly planned travel package, you will stay 2 nights in Dresden, 4 nights in Berlin, 2 nights in Hamburg, 1 night in Hanover, 1 night in Dusseldorf, and 1 night in Kassel, experiencing the ultimate road trip in Germany. Your road trip will enable you to discover the country's most popular attractions and restaurants in Dresden, Berlin, Hamburg, Hanover, Dusseldorf, and Kassel. We'll help you experience the best 12 days in Germany you can imagine so you can leave happy and inspired.

Upon arriving in Dresden, you'll collect the rental vehicle of your choice. From there, you'll be off to discover some of the most popular attractions in Germany, including the stunning Brandenburg Gate and Alexanderplatz.

You'll have an extensive selection of accommodations to choose from throughout your road trip. We have handpicked the best hotels and places to stay across the country, catering to all budgets. Whether you're in the mood for luxurious five-star hotels or cozy, budget-friendly accommodations, we've got you covered.

Your road trip will bring you close to the best attractions and most incredible sights in Germany. From the magnificent Checkpoint Charlie to the breathtaking Miniatur Wunderland and Elbe Philharmonic Hall, your journey will take you on a thrilling adventure through some of the most iconic travel destinations in the country. Your discovery doesn't end there. Make sure to marvel at the remarkable Cologne Cathedral and learn more about the unique Phantasialand to truly immerse yourself in the local culture. As you hit the open road and drive through Dresden, Berlin, Hamburg, Hanover, Dusseldorf, and Kassel, you'll also have plenty of opportunities to uncover hidden gems and experience the authentic charm of Germany. Whether you're exploring enchanting small towns, discovering scenic routes, or indulging in local cuisine, there's always something new and exciting to experience in Germany.

Add tours and tickets to each day of your trip to make the most of your time in Germany. You'll have the opportunity to choose from the best tours and activities that your travel destinations have to offer, meaning you'll never have a boring moment on your road trip through Germany.

Your travel plan itinerary also gives you multiple opportunities to look for souvenirs to memorialize your road trip in Germany.

You'll return home having experienced the very best of everything Germany has to offer. Each twist and turn of the journey adds a unique charm to your travel tales.

You can customize each day of your road trip vacation itinerary with flexible trip planning before and after booking. Enjoy the benefits of exploring all these great attractions at your own speed.

Your travel plan includes everything you need to experience the best of Germany. You'll be booked at the best hotels for 11 nights, with plenty of top-rated breakfast and restaurant options nearby. We'll provide you with the best car rental for 11 days during your self-drive road trip, including CDW insurance.

You'll have access to 24/7 travel support, a personal travel agent, and a step-by-step guide via our flexible mobile app. You can choose and add your flight preferences as needed. Make your vacation in Germany extra special by adding tours and tickets to each day of your itinerary.

The best services in Germany fill up quickly, so book your spot early. Select a date and start planning your self-drive road trip in Germany today!

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Hotel, 11 nights
Rental car, 12 days
CDW Insurance
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Destinations

Duisburg - city in GermanyDuisburg
Beautiful view of Hamburg city center with town hall and Alster river, Germany.Hamburg / 2 nights
Photo of aerial view of the city ,Rheinturm and Media Harbour district in Dusseldorf city in Germany.Dusseldorf / 1 night
Cologne Aerial view with trains move on a bridge over the Rhine River on which cargo barges and passenger ships ply. Majestic Cologne Cathedral in the background.Cologne
Kassel - city in GermanyKassel / 1 night
Photo of aerial view of the new town hall and the Johannapark at Leipzig, Germany.Leipzig
Photo of scenic summer view of the Old Town architecture with Elbe river embankment in Dresden, Saxony, Germany.Dresden / 2 nights
Berlin cityscape with Berlin cathedral and Television tower, Germany.Berlin / 4 nights
Potsdam - city in GermanyPotsdam
Photo of panorama of New City Hall in Hannover in a beautiful summer day, Germany.Hanover / 1 night

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Attractions

Photo of aerial view of Berlin skyline with famous TV tower at Alexanderplatz  at sunset, Germany.Alexanderplatz
Photo of the Brandenburg Gate in Berlin on a sunny day, Germany.Brandenburg Gate
Photo of the German theme park Phantasialand.Phantasialand
Checkpoint CharlieCheckpoint Charlie
Photo of Miniatur Wunderland (Miniature Wonderland), Hamburg, Germany.Miniatur Wunderland
Photo of iconic Elbphilharmonie concert hall landmark in Hamburg, Germany.Elbe Philharmonic Hall
Photo of Cologne Cathedral, a Roman Catholic Gothic cathedral in Cologne, Germany.Cologne Cathedral
Photo of Stone elephants and the arch on the entrance to the Berlin Zoological Garden, Germany, the biggest zoo in the world by amount of species.Berlin Zoological Garden
Photo of panoramic view at the Potsdamer Platz, Berlin, Germany.Potsdamer Platz
Photo of Graffiti at the East Side Gallery in Berlin, Germany, the East Side Gallery is the longest preserved stretch of the Berlin wall.East Side Gallery
Photo of famous Zwinger palace (Der Dresdner Zwinger) Art Gallery of Dresden, Saxrony, Germany.Zwinger
Photo of Holocaust Memorial Berlin Germany Memorial to the Murdered Jews of Europe, Germany.Memorial to the Murdered Jews of Europe
Photo of Berlin Wall Memorial in Germany.Berlin Wall Memorial
Tierpark HagenbeckTierpark Hagenbeck
Berliner dom at day, Berlin, GermanyBerlin Cathedral
Photo of beautiful view of Chinese House in Sanssouci Park, Potsdam, Germany.Sanssouci Park
Photo of Old Elbe tunnel in Hamburg, Germany, which connect St Pauli with the docks and shipyards of the Hamburg harbor.Elbe Tunnel
Topography of Terror Gestapo Headquarters Cellar Where Prisoners Tortured Remains of Berlin Wall Public Park Berlin Wall. Wall Separated West from East Berlin from 1961 to 1989.Topography of Terror
Photo of famous church of Our Lady during the sunrise in Dresden city, Germany.Church of Our Lady
Cologne Zoological Garden, Riehl, Nippes, Cologne, North Rhine-Westphalia, GermanyCologne Zoological Garden
Facade of the Pergammonmuseum in Berlin. The Pergammon Museum holds a world exhibition of Greek, Roman, Babilonian and Oriental art.Pergamon Museum
photo of view of Landschaftspark Duisburg Nord Industrial Culture Park Germany .Landschaftspark Duisburg-Nord
Treptower ParkTreptower Park
Großer TiergartenGroßer Tiergarten
photo of Sanssouci Palace, the former summer palace of Frederick the Great, King of Prussia, in Potsdam, near Berlin, Potsdam, Germany.Sanssouci
Charlottenburg PalaceCharlottenburg Palace
Planten un BlomenPlanten un Blomen
Victory ColumnSiegessäule
photo of Monument to the Battle of the Nations (1813) (Voelkerschlachtdenkmal), Leipzig, Germany, designed by German architect Bruno Schmitz (1913) .Monument to the Battle of the Nations
DDR MuseumDDR Museum
Stadtpark
St. Michael's Church, Neustadt, Hamburg-Mitte, Hamburg, GermanySt Michael's Church
St. Pauli Piers
The Grand Garden of Dresden, Seevorstadt-Ost/Großer Garten, Altstadt, Dresden, Saxony, GermanyThe Grand Garden of Dresden
photo of view of The Brandenburg Gate in Berlin at sunrise, GermanyBrandenburg Gate
photo of view of DRESDEN, GERMANY - June 15, 2019: The famous opera house Semperoper in Dresden after a concert after sunset,Saxony  germany.Semperoper Dresden
Brühl's GardenBrühl's Terrace
photo of gasometer oberhausen germany .Gasometer
Hamburg DungeonHamburg Dungeon
Golden Rider, Innere Neustadt, Neustadt, Dresden, Saxony, GermanyGolden Rider
photo of view of Nordkirchen moated castle in Germany, known as the Versailles of Westphalia, Nordkirchen, Germany.Schloss Nordkirchen
Aerial view of the Leipzig Panometer.Leipzig Panometer
FriedensparkFriedenspark
AltmarktAltmarkt

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Day 1 – Dresden - arrival day

Day 1

Day 1 – Dresden - arrival day

  • Dresden - Arrival day
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  • The Grand Garden of Dresden
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Your road trip adventure in Germany begins as soon as you reach the incredible city of Dresden. You’ll stay in Dresden for 2 nights, experiencing all the best things to do and see in the city.

Dresden has many popular destinations you can explore. You could visit attractions like the incredible The Grand Garden of Dresden. This attraction is a park and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 14,683 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 Dresden, Kutscherschänke - Uriges Wirtshaus. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 6,669 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Dresden is Schwerelos – Das Achterbahn-Restaurant. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 7,313 customers.

Locals recommend Sophienkeller im Taschenbergpalais as one of the best restaurants in the city of Dresden. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 4,294 customers.

Dresden also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of Dresden is Lloyd’s Café & Bar. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,382 customers.

Another of the best bars in the city of Dresden is HANS IM GLÜCK - DRESDEN Altmarkt. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 7,391 customers.

Locals also enjoy Restaurant Carolaschlösschen Dresden. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 4,533 customers.

Enjoy toasting the start of your 12-day vacation in Germany!

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Day 2 – Dresden and Berlin

Day 2

Day 2 – Dresden and Berlin

  • Dresden
  • Berlin
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Drive 194 km, 2 hours 43 min

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

If you’re curious to see more of Dresden, start your day with a visit to the amazing Church of Our Lady. This much-appreciated church building and attraction is rated 4.8 out of 5 stars by 29,743 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Brühl's Terrace. This tourist attraction and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 12,513 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Zwinger to make the most of your road trip across Germany. The spectacular Zwinger is a palace that has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 49,025 visitors.

The lovely Semperoper is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 13,463 visitors have left this opera house average ratings of 4.8 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 Golden Rider. This attraction is a monument rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars in 10,991 reviews.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Dresden has to offer, you'll be ready to hit the open road and continue your unforgettable road trip towards the city of Berlin. Berlin 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 A Mano. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 3,451 reviews.

The remarkable Restaurant Trattoria Portofino is another top restaurant in Berlin we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 2,371 customers.

If you would rather go somewhere else, the famous Dreh-Restaurant Sphere im Berliner Fernsehturm is also an excellent choice. This well-loved restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 4,375 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Berlin, the fantastic LIMONADIER Cocktailbar. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 902 customers.

To end your night the best way possible, we recommend going to the wonderful Restaurant Maximilians Berlin. This bar offers a great variety of drinks and has been rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 6,853 customers.

Another bar with a great atmosphere is BrewDog Berlin Mitte. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 3,557 customers, so don’t forget to check this one out as well!

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in Germany!

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Day 3 – Berlin

Day 3

Day 3 – Berlin

  • Berlin
  • Potsdam
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Drive 84 km, 2 hours 17 min

  • Sanssouci Park
  • Sanssouci
  • Brandenburg Gate
  • Charlottenburg Palace
  • Berlin Wall Memorial
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At the end of the day, you'll drive back to Berlin, where you'll stay for 3 nights more.

One of the best travel destinations in the city of Potsdam is Sanssouci Park. This amazing attraction is a park and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 32,576 visitors.

Sanssouci is another popular attraction you could visit in the city of Potsdam. As one of the best-rated attractions in the area, Sanssouci has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 24,562 visitors.

To make your time in the city of Potsdam more memorable, we recommend you visit Brandenburg Gate. This outstanding attraction is a triumphal arch and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 14,587 visitors.

You can also make your new day in Germany more epic with one of the most popular tours you can take part in today. The tour allows travelers to experience the enjoyment of exploring some of Germany’s most popular attractions and hidden treasures. Make sure to check out all options below to find the perfect adventure for you.

When you’re done exploring the area’s best attractions, you’ll drive back to your accommodation near the city of Berlin.

When you arrive, we recommend eating at a restaurant that locals enjoy, like YOSOY TAPAS BERLIN. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 3,116 customers.

NENI Berlin is one of the top restaurants in the city of Berlin. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 3,628 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Berlin is Delhi 6 Restaurant - Berlin. The restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,923 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you get a drink at one of the best bars in the city of Berlin, Zur Gerichtslaube. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,868 customers.

If you’d prefer one of the top bar experiences that locals enjoy in the city of Berlin, we recommend the cocktails at KASCHK by BRLO. This bar has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,635 customers.

Another of the best bars in the city of Berlin is Alt-Berliner Gasthaus Julchen Hoppe. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,661 customers.

Raise your glass and celebrate another amazing day in the city of Berlin!

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Day 4 – Berlin

Day 4

Day 4 – Berlin

  • Berlin
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Drive 4 km, 54 min

  • Checkpoint Charlie
  • Topography of Terror
  • Potsdamer Platz
  • Memorial to the Murdered Jews of Europe
  • Brandenburg Gate
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Day 4 of your road trip will take you to the best attractions Berlin has to offer. Cherish the 2 nights 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 Checkpoint Charlie. This attraction is a best-rated sightseeing destination and has an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars by 81,962 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations in Berlin is the spectacular Topography of Terror. This attraction is a military museum and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 36,144 visitors.

You could then travel to the amazing Potsdamer Platz. This square has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 59,527 visitors.

Memorial to the Murdered Jews of Europe is another stop you might want to add to your itinerary. This holocaust memorial is a popular destination among visitors in Berlin. Rated at an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 45,023 visitors, it’s one many travelers find worthy a visit.

If you’re interested in seeing something outstanding today, then consider Brandenburg Gate. Brandenburg Gate is a triumphal arch and popular attraction in Berlin. More than 160,469 visitors have rated this place an average of 4.7 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 Café Anna Blume, 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 3,328 customers.

Alternatively, another of the top restaurants in the city of Berlin is the popular Nante-Eck | Restaurant Berlin Mitte. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 3,263 customers.

Another great restaurant we recommend in the city of Berlin is Alt-Berliner Wirtshaus. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 3,238 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.

Alternatively, a great bar that locals enjoy in the city of Berlin is Train Cocktailbar. Train Cocktailbar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,196 customers.

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

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Day 5 – Berlin

Day 5

Day 5 – Berlin

  • Berlin
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Drive 29 km, 1 hour 20 min

  • Treptower Park
  • East Side Gallery
  • Großer Tiergarten
  • Siegessäule
  • Berlin Zoological Garden
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Day 5 of your road trip across Germany is another day in the magnificent Berlin. You now have 1 night left in Berlin. Take the opportunity to experience more of the best attractions and activities in the city.

Berlin offers plenty for you to see and do, and your hotel will be conveniently located near several of the area's best attractions.

One of the best travel destinations you can travel to in the city of Berlin is the stunning Treptower Park. This has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 21,633 visitors.

You could also spend some time visiting the spectacular East Side Gallery in the city of Berlin. This attraction is an art museum and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 53,098 visitors.

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

Beyond the above-mentioned attractions, you also have the opportunity to visit the fantastic Siegessäule. This victory column and travel destination is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 25,973 visitors.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the outstanding Berlin Zoological Garden. This zoo is a much-appreciated attraction with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 62,430 visitors.

Today you’ll also have the opportunity to take part in a popular tour. You’ll be excited to learn that there are plenty of options for top-rated tours and activities in Berlin you could sign up for on this day of your vacation. Choose among the best tours before or after booking.

When it’s time to eat, the city of Berlin has restaurants and bars to fit all budgets.

We recommend you try one of the best restaurants in the city of Berlin, SOY. The restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,248 customers.

Alternatively, if you’re hungry to try a top restaurant in the city of Berlin that locals enjoy, eat at Gasthaus Krombach. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,002 customers.

Another of the best restaurant options in the city of Berlin is Byblos Restaurant Berlin. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 1,453 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you get a drink at one of the best bars in the city of Berlin, Hauptstadtrestaurant Gendarmerie. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,228 customers.

For one of the best bar experiences that locals enjoy in the city of Berlin, we recommend the cocktails at booze bar berlin. This bar has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 916 customers.

Another of the best bars in the city of Berlin is Sharlie Cheen Bar. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,070 customers.

Toast to another amazing day in the city of Berlin!

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Day 6 – Hamburg

Day 6

Day 6 – Hamburg

  • Berlin
  • Hamburg
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Drive 291 km, 3 hours 49 min

  • Pergamon Museum
  • Berlin Cathedral
  • DDR Museum
  • Alexanderplatz
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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 Berlin and end it at a top-rated hotel in the city of Hamburg. You will stay in Hamburg for 2 nights. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

One of the best places to visit today in Berlin is the amazing Pergamon Museum. As such, over 1,298,000 people visit Pergamon Museum yearly. This attraction is an art museum that is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 29,276 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible lutheran cathedral, Berlin Cathedral. With an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 35,783 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Berlin is the outstanding DDR Museum. This popular history museum and travel destination has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 21,875 visitors. Approximately 1,298,000 travelers come to Berlin every year to see the stunning Pergamon Museum with their own eyes.

The spectacular Alexanderplatz is another popular attraction you can visit today. This fascinating square and attraction has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 210,891 visitors.

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

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.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Hamburg is Brücke 10. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 7,069 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!

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Day 7 – Hamburg

Day 7

Day 7 – Hamburg

  • Hamburg
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Drive 25 km, 1 hour 1 min

  • St Michael's Church
  • Planten un Blomen
  • Tierpark Hagenbeck
  • Stadtpark
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On day 7 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 Holiday Inn Hamburg - Berliner Tor, one of the best 4-star hotels in the city of Hamburg. This hotel has an average rating of 4 out of 5 stars by 10,801 guests.

The best luxury hotel option in the city of Hamburg is the 5-star HYPERION Hotel Hamburg. The hotel is rated an average of 4.1 out of 5 stars by 12,777 guests.

One of the best hotels we recommend in the city of Hamburg is the 3-star Prizeotel Hamburg St Pauli. This 3-star hotel has an average rating of 4 out of 5 stars by 14,737 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 St. Michael's Church. This attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 19,893 visitors.

Planten un Blomen is another popular attraction you could visit in the city of Hamburg. This incredible attraction is a park and has been rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 21,777 visitors.

One of the best attractions you could visit in the city of Hamburg is the extraordinary Tierpark Hagenbeck. This zoo is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars in 37,313 reviews.

As the day moves along, one attraction you’ll probably want to visit is the incredible Stadtpark. Around 20,328 visitors have given this best-rated sightseeing destination an average rating of 4.7 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 Heimathafen, after your day of exploring the city of Hamburg. This excellent restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 3,912 customers.

Schifferbörse Restaurant is another of the best restaurants in the city of Hamburg. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 3,559 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Hamburg is Caramba Especial. The restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,219 customers.

Locals recommend Das Feuerschiff LV 13, 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 2,935 customers.

Alternatively, you could choose another of the most popular bars in the city of Hamburg, NAGEL Restaurant und Kneipe. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,360 customers.

THE MADISON Hotel Hamburg is also one of the best bars in the city of Hamburg. This bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,785 customers.

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

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Day 8 – Hanover

Day 8

Day 8 – Hanover

  • Hamburg
  • Hanover
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Drive 157 km, 2 hours 45 min

  • Hamburg Dungeon
  • Miniatur Wunderland
  • Elbe Philharmonic Hall
  • St. Pauli Piers
  • Elbe Tunnel
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As you rise to greet the dawn on day 8 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 Hanover. You’ll stay in Hanover 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 Hamburg Dungeon. This much-appreciated museum and attraction is rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 12,471 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Miniatur Wunderland. This museum and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 86,083 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Elbe Philharmonic Hall to make the most of your road trip across Germany. The spectacular Elbe Philharmonic Hall is a concert hall that has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 76,719 visitors.

The lovely St. Pauli Piers is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 17,228 visitors have left this best-rated sightseeing destination average ratings of 4.7 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 Elbe Tunnel. This attraction is a road tunnel rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 34,402 reviews.

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 Hanover. Hanover 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 Meteora. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 2,756 reviews.

The remarkable Al-dar is another top restaurant in Hanover we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,837 customers.

If you would rather go somewhere else, the famous Pier 51 Restaurant is also an excellent choice. This well-loved restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 3,154 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Hanover, the fantastic Beef and Reef. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 816 customers.

To end your night the best way possible, we recommend going to the wonderful Bavarium Hannover. This bar offers a great variety of drinks and has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 4,434 customers.

Another bar with a great atmosphere is Dublin Inn. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,742 customers, so don’t forget to check this one out as well!

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in Germany!

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Day 9 – Duisburg, Sterkrade, and Düsseldorf

Day 9

Day 9 – Duisburg, Sterkrade, and Düsseldorf

  • Duisburg
  • Dusseldorf
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Drive 328 km, 4 hours 22 min

  • Schloss Nordkirchen
  • Gasometer
  • Landschaftspark Duisburg-Nord
  • More

Rise and shine on day 9 of your road trip in Germany. Today, you'll wake up in Hanover and embark on a scenic drive to Düsseldorf, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 1 night. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Hanover and Sterkrade 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 Hanover. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful Landschaftspark Duisburg-Nord. This attraction is a park that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 26,545 visitors.

Wave goodbye to Duisburg 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 Sterkrade has to offer.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable Gasometer Oberhausen. This attraction is a gas holder that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 12,657 visitors.

When you're done with your sightseeing in Sterkrade, it's time to continue your drive to the city of Düsseldorf. When you arrive in Düsseldorf 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 Takumi. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 5,216 customers.

Locals also recommend BLOCK HOUSE Düsseldorf, another of the best restaurants in Düsseldorf. BLOCK HOUSE Düsseldorf is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,673 customers.

If you feel like having something else, check out the menu at HeimWerk Altstadt. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,167 customers and is a great place to enjoy a lovely meal.

After dinner, visit Uerige to enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in Düsseldorf, with an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 10,926 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Palito Restaurant Düsseldorf. This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation. Palito Restaurant Düsseldorf has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,493 customers.

Im Goldenen Kessel is another bar locals often recommend. This bar offers a great variety of snacks and drinks and is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,336 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!

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Day 10 – Brühl and Kassel

Day 10

Day 10 – Brühl and Kassel

  • Cologne
  • Kassel
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Drive 338 km, 4 hours 3 min

  • Phantasialand
  • Cologne Cathedral
  • Cologne Zoological Garden
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Rise and shine on day 10 of your road trip in Germany. Today, you'll wake up in Dusseldorf and embark on a scenic drive to Kassel, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 1 night. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Dusseldorf and Brühl 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 Dusseldorf. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful Cologne Cathedral. This attraction is a catholic cathedral that has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 68,667 visitors. Over 5,000,000 people visit Cologne Cathedral annually.

You could also stop at the incredible Cologne Zoological Garden. This attraction, a beloved zoo, has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 29,743 visitors.

Wave goodbye to Cologne 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 Brühl has to offer.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable Phantasialand. This attraction is an amusement park that has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 87,903 visitors. Around 1,750,000 people visit Phantasialand every year.

When you're done with your sightseeing in Brühl, it's time to continue your drive to the city of Kassel. When you arrive in Kassel 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 El Erni. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 1,367 customers.

Locals also recommend MarrakecH, another of the best restaurants in Kassel. MarrakecH is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 763 customers.

If you feel like having something else, check out the menu at Eckstein. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,211 customers and is a great place to enjoy a lovely meal.

After dinner, visit Café Hurricane e. K. To enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in Kassel, with an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,308 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Gasthaus Helleberg. This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation. Gasthaus Helleberg has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,250 customers.

Eberts is another bar locals often recommend. This bar offers a great variety of snacks and drinks and is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,187 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!

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Day 11 – Dresden

Day 11

Day 11 – Dresden

  • Leipzig
  • Dresden
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Drive 374 km, 4 hours 15 min

  • Leipzig Panometer
  • Friedenspark
  • Monument to the Battle of the Nations
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Rise and shine on day 11 of your road trip in Germany. Today, you'll wake up in Kassel and embark on a scenic drive to Dresden, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 1 night. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Kassel 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 Kassel. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful Leipzig Panometer. This attraction is a building that has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 7,513 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible Friedenspark. This attraction, a beloved park, has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 1,887 visitors.

If you have time, another site you could explore in Kassel is the stunning Monument to the Battle of the Nations. This heritage site and travel destination has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 23,059 visitors.

We recommend you end the day with a dinner at a popular restaurant near your accommodation, like Pulverturm. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 3,763 customers.

Locals also recommend L'Osteria, another of the best restaurants in Dresden. L'Osteria is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 4,368 customers.

If you feel like having something else, check out the menu at Wilma Wunder Dresden. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 3,474 customers and is a great place to enjoy a lovely meal.

After dinner, visit Bräuhaus am Waldschlösschen to enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in Dresden, with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 4,289 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Watzke am Goldenen Reiter. This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation. Watzke am Goldenen Reiter has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 3,871 customers.

Shamrock Irish Bar & Restaurant is another bar locals often recommend. This bar offers a great variety of snacks and drinks and is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 3,555 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!

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Day 12 – Dresden - departure day

Day 12

Day 12 – Dresden - departure day

  • Dresden - Departure day
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  • Altmarkt
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Day 12 of your road trip in Germany is your departure day. This is your chance to catch one last glimpse of Dresden 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.

Altmarkt is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Dresden. This square and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,959 visitors.

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

You could then enjoy your last meal in the city of Dresden at Bakery Wippler GmbH before you travel home. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,629 customers.

Alternatively, we also recommend Luisenhof, Dresden for your last chance at a meal in the city of Dresden. The Luisenhof, Dresden restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,856 customers.

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

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