5-Day Germany road trip from Berlin to Hamburg and Magdeburg

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

Berlin has many popular destinations you can explore. You could visit attractions like the incredible Brandenburg Gate. This attraction is a triumphal arch and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 160,469 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 Berlin, Dreh-Restaurant Sphere im Berliner Fernsehturm. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 4,375 customers.

Berlin also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of Berlin is LIMONADIER Cocktailbar. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 902 customers.

Another of the best bars in the city of Berlin is Restaurant Maximilians Berlin. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 6,853 customers.

Locals also enjoy BrewDog Berlin Mitte. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 3,557 customers.

Enjoy toasting the start of your 5-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 Berlin and end it at a top-rated hotel in the city of Hamburg. You will stay in Hamburg for 1 night. 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 Potsdamer Platz. This attraction is a square that is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 59,527 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible holocaust memorial, Memorial to the Murdered Jews of Europe. With an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 45,023 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Berlin is the outstanding Alexanderplatz. This popular square and travel destination has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 210,891 visitors.

The spectacular Berlin Wall Memorial is another popular attraction you can visit today. This fascinating museum and attraction has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 40,682 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.

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!

As you rise to greet the dawn on day 3 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 Magdeburg. You’ll stay in Magdeburg 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 Planten un Blomen. This much-appreciated park and attraction is rated 4.8 out of 5 stars by 21,777 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Elbe Tunnel. This road tunnel and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 34,402 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Hamburg Dungeon to make the most of your road trip across Germany. The spectacular Hamburg Dungeon is a museum that has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 12,471 visitors.

The lovely Miniatur Wunderland is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 86,083 visitors have left this museum 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 Elbe Philharmonic Hall. This attraction is a concert hall rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars in 76,719 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 Magdeburg. Magdeburg 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 Sen Viet BBQ & Soup. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 669 reviews.

The remarkable La Bodega Magdeburg is another top restaurant in Magdeburg we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,962 customers.

If you would rather go somewhere else, the famous Wenzel Magdeburg is also an excellent choice. This well-loved restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,106 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Magdeburg, the fantastic BERNER & BROWN - Tapas • Bar • Cavaria • Restaurant. This bar has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 668 customers.

To end your night the best way possible, we recommend going to the wonderful Datsche. This bar offers a great variety of drinks and has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 718 customers.

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in Germany!

Rise and shine on day 4 of your road trip in Germany. Today, you'll wake up in Magdeburg and embark on a scenic drive to Berlin, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 1 night. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Magdeburg and Brandenburg 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 Magdeburg. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful Zoologischer Garten Magdeburg. This attraction is a zoo that has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 10,178 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible Cathedral of Magdeburg. This attraction, a beloved cathedral, has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 5,894 visitors.

If you have time, another site you could explore in Magdeburg is the stunning Elbauenpark. This amusement park and travel destination has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 6,369 visitors.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable Neues Palais in Potsdam. This attraction is a palace that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 9,001 visitors.

If you want to explore more, visit the incredible Sanssouci Park. This park and attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 32,576 reviews.

Another site you could visit today is the top-rated Sanssouci. This palace and travel destination is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 24,562 visitors.

The lovely Brandenburg Gate is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 14,587 visitors have left this triumphal arch an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

Lastly, if you still got energy, the wonderful New Garden is also a worthwhile attraction you can visit in Brandenburg. This point of interest is a park rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars in 6,121 reviews.

When you're done with your sightseeing in Brandenburg, 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.

After dinner, visit Zur Gerichtslaube to enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in Berlin, with an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,868 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like KASCHK by BRLO. This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation. KASCHK by BRLO has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,635 customers.

Alt-Berliner Gasthaus Julchen Hoppe 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 1,661 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 5 of your road trip in Germany is your departure day. This is your chance to catch one last glimpse of Berlin 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.

Checkpoint Charlie is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Berlin. This must-see tourist destination and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars by 81,962 visitors.

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

You could then enjoy your last meal in the city of Berlin at Nante-Eck | Restaurant Berlin Mitte before you travel home. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 3,263 customers.

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