6-Day Germany Road Trip from Dresden to Berlin

Photo of scenic summer view of the Old Town architecture with Elbe river embankment in Dresden, Saxony, Germany.
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Duration
6 days & 5 nights
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Jan. - Dec.
Hotel
5 nights included
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6 days included
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Have the adventure of a lifetime with this 6-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 and 3 nights in Berlin, 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 and Berlin. We'll help you experience the best 6 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 Zwinger and Brandenburg Gate.

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. Your discovery doesn't end there. As you hit the open road and drive through Dresden and Berlin, 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 5 nights, with plenty of top-rated breakfast and restaurant options nearby. We'll provide you with the best car rental for 5 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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Included

Hotel, 5 nights
Rental car, 6 days
CDW Insurance
Step-by-step guide
Personal travel agent
24/7 travel support

Destinations

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 / 3 nights
Potsdam - city in GermanyPotsdam

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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
Checkpoint CharlieCheckpoint Charlie
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
Photo of the Gendarmenmarkt square with concert house building and German cathedral during the morning light in Berlin city.Gendarmenmarkt
Berliner dom at day, Berlin, GermanyBerlin Cathedral
Photo of beautiful view of Chinese House in Sanssouci Park, Potsdam, Germany.Sanssouci Park
Photo of famous church of Our Lady during the sunrise in Dresden city, Germany.Church of Our Lady
photo of Sanssouci Palace, the former summer palace of Frederick the Great, King of Prussia, in Potsdam, near Berlin, Potsdam, Germany.Sanssouci
photo of view of The Brandenburg Gate in Berlin at sunrise, GermanyBrandenburg Gate
The Grand Garden of Dresden, Seevorstadt-Ost/Großer Garten, Altstadt, Dresden, Saxony, GermanyThe Grand Garden of Dresden
Memorial and Museum SachsenhausenMemorial and Museum Sachsenhausen
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
Golden Rider, Innere Neustadt, Neustadt, Dresden, Saxony, GermanyGolden Rider
FürstenzugFürstenzug

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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.

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, HANS IM GLÜCK - DRESDEN Altmarkt. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 7,391 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Dresden is L'Osteria. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 4,368 customers.

Locals recommend Shamrock Irish Bar & Restaurant as one of the best restaurants in the city of Dresden. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 3,555 customers.

Dresden also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of Dresden is Nightfly shisha and cocktail. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,337 customers.

Enjoy toasting the start of your 6-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 198 km, 2 hours 31 min

  • Brühl's Terrace
  • Church of Our Lady
  • Semperoper Dresden
  • Fürstenzug
  • Zwinger
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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 Dresden 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 Dresden is the amazing Brühl's Terrace. This attraction is a tourist attraction that is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 10,636 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible church building, Church of Our Lady. With an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 26,184 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Dresden is the outstanding Semperoper. This popular opera house and travel destination has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 11,058 visitors.

The spectacular Fürstenzug is another popular attraction you can visit today. This fascinating architectural structure and attraction has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 2,920 visitors.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic Zwinger. This attraction is a popular palace that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 44,348 visitors.

You can make the most of your new day in Dresden 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 Restaurant Maximilians Berlin, one of the best restaurants in the city of Berlin. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 6,853 customers.

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

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Berlin is BrewDog Berlin Mitte. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 3,557 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.

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

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Day 3 - Berlin

Day 3

Day 3 - Berlin

  • Berlin
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Drive 12 km, 39 min

  • Checkpoint Charlie
  • Memorial to the Murdered Jews of Europe
  • Brandenburg Gate
  • Potsdamer Platz
  • Berlin Zoological Garden
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On day 3 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 Hotel am Borsigturm, one of the best 4-star hotels in the city of Berlin. This hotel has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 2,261 guests.

The best luxury hotel option in the city of Berlin is the 5-star DoubleTree by Hilton Berlin Ku'damm. The hotel is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 974 guests.

One of the best hotels we recommend in the city of Berlin is the 3-star Hotel Mit-Mensch. This 3-star hotel has an average rating of 4 out of 5 stars by 1,687 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 Memorial to the Murdered Jews of Europe. This attraction has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 41,805 visitors.

Brandenburg Gate is another popular attraction you could visit in the city of Berlin. This incredible attraction is a triumphal arch and has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 137,566 visitors.

One of the best attractions you could visit in the city of Berlin is the extraordinary Potsdamer Platz. This square is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars in 51,421 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.

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

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

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

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

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

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Day 4 - Berlin

Day 4

Day 4 - Berlin

  • Berlin
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Drive 16 km, 48 min

  • Berlin Wall Memorial
  • Gendarmenmarkt
  • Berlin Cathedral
  • Alexanderplatz
  • East Side Gallery
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Day 4 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 Berlin Wall Memorial. This attraction is a museum and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 36,668 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations in Berlin is the spectacular Gendarmenmarkt. This attraction is a square and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 36,595 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 31,281 visitors.

Alexanderplatz is another stop you might want to add to your itinerary. This square is a popular destination among visitors in Berlin. Rated at an average of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 184,805 visitors, it’s one many travelers find worthy a visit.

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 Restaurant Nolle, 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 1,696 customers.

Alternatively, another of the top restaurants in the city of Berlin is the popular Alt-Berliner Gasthaus Julchen Hoppe. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,661 customers.

When you’ve finished your meal, Berlin Icebar 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 1,428 customers.

Gaffel Haus Berlin - Kölsches Konsulat is another of the most popular bars in the city of Berlin. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,365 customers.

Alternatively, a great bar that locals enjoy in the city of Berlin is Mikkeller Berlin. Mikkeller Berlin has an average rating 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!

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Day 5 - Potsdam and Dresden

Day 5

Day 5 - Potsdam and Dresden

  • Potsdam
  • Dresden
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Drive 304 km, 3 hours 56 min

  • Memorial and Museum Sachsenhausen
  • Sanssouci Park
  • Sanssouci
  • Brandenburg Gate
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Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Dresden. You’ll stay in Dresden for 1 night. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of Potsdam’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of Potsdam, start your day with a visit to the amazing Memorial and Museum Sachsenhausen. This much-appreciated museum and attraction is rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 14,199 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Sanssouci Park. This park and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 29,145 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Sanssouci to make the most of your road trip across Germany. The spectacular Sanssouci is a palace that has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 21,310 visitors.

The lovely Brandenburg Gate is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 13,052 visitors have left this triumphal arch average ratings of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Potsdam has to offer, you'll be ready to hit the open road and continue your unforgettable road trip towards the city of Dresden. Dresden 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 Luisenhof, Dresden. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.5 out of 5 stars in 2,856 reviews.

The remarkable Coselpalais - Restaurant & Grand Café is another top restaurant in Dresden we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,195 customers.

If you would rather go somewhere else, the famous Ristorante "Mamma Mia" is also an excellent choice. This well-loved restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,013 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Dresden, the fantastic Wohnzimmer Dresden. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 870 customers.

To end your night the best way possible, we recommend going to the wonderful Irish Fiddler. This bar offers a great variety of drinks and has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 670 customers.

Another bar with a great atmosphere is Zapfanstalt. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 699 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 6 - Dresden - departure day

Day 6

Day 6 - Dresden - departure day

  • Dresden - Departure Day
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  • Golden Rider
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Day 6 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.

Golden Rider is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Dresden. This monument and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 9,022 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 Restaurant brennNessel Dresden before you travel home. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,179 customers.

Alternatively, we also recommend Irish Fiddler for your last chance at a meal in the city of Dresden. The Irish Fiddler restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 670 customers.

If you'd prefer a popular restaurant that locals enjoy, try Zapfanstalt. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 699 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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