6-Day Germany Road Trip from Dresden traveling north to Berlin, Hamburg, and Magdeburg
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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, 1 night in Berlin, 1 night in Hamburg, and 1 night in Magdeburg, 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, and Magdeburg. 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 Brandenburg Gate and Potsdamer Platz.
You'll have an extensive selection of accommodations to choose from throughout your road trip. We've 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 Alexanderplatz 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. As you hit the open road and drive through Dresden, Berlin, Hamburg, and Magdeburg, 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. All taxes are included in your vacation package price. 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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Day 1 – Dresden - arrival day
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 – 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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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 1 night. 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 Church of Our Lady. This attraction is a church building that is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 26,184 visitors.
You could also stop at the incredible tourist attraction, Brühl's Terrace. With an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 10,636 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.
Another unforgettable travel destination in the Dresden is the outstanding Zwinger. This popular palace and travel destination has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 44,348 visitors.
The spectacular Semperoper is another popular attraction you can visit today. This fascinating opera house and attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 11,058 visitors.
If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic Golden Rider. This attraction is a popular monument that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 9,022 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 and Hamburg
Day 3 – Berlin and Hamburg
- Berlin
- Hamburg
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Drive 299 km, 4 hours 13 min
- Brandenburg Gate
- Potsdamer Platz
- Checkpoint Charlie
- East Side Gallery
- Alexanderplatz
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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 Dresden. Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Hamburg. You’ll stay in Hamburg for 1 night. 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 Brandenburg Gate. This much-appreciated triumphal arch and attraction is rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 137,566 visitors.
You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Potsdamer Platz. This square and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 51,421 visitors.
We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Alexanderplatz to make the most of your road trip across Germany. The spectacular Alexanderplatz is a square that has been rated an average of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 184,805 visitors.
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 Hamburg. Hamburg 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 estancia steaks. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 1,416 reviews.
The remarkable Hanoi Deli Rathaus is another top restaurant in Hamburg we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,380 customers.
After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Hamburg, the fantastic Le Lion • Bar de Paris. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,224 customers.
To end your night the best way possible, we recommend going to the wonderful The Chug Club. This bar offers a great variety of drinks and has been rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 734 customers.
Another bar with a great atmosphere is Skyline Bar 20up. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,995 customers, so don’t forget to check this one out as well!
Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in Germany!
Experiences
Day 4 – Hamburg and Magdeburg
Day 4 – Hamburg and Magdeburg
- Hamburg
- Magdeburg
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Drive 289 km, 3 hours 36 min
- Planten un Blomen
- Elbe Tunnel
- Miniatur Wunderland
- Elbe Philharmonic Hall
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Day 4 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 Magdeburg. You will stay in Magdeburg for 1 night. 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 Planten un Blomen. This attraction is a park that is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 19,348 visitors.
You could also stop at the incredible road tunnel, Elbe Tunnel. With an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 28,482 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.
Another unforgettable travel destination in the Dresden is the outstanding Miniatur Wunderland. This popular museum and travel destination has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 69,222 visitors.
The spectacular Elbe Philharmonic Hall is another popular attraction you can visit today. This fascinating concert hall and attraction has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 63,498 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 Magdeburg, where you will access the best hotels and places to stay.
After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try BERNER & BROWN - Tapas • Bar • Cavaria • Restaurant, one of the best restaurants in the city of Magdeburg. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 668 customers.
Locals also recommend Datsche as one of the best restaurants in the city of Magdeburg. Datsche is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 718 customers.
Another of the best restaurants in the city of Magdeburg is Sen Viet BBQ & Soup. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 669 customers.
After dinner, visit La Bodega Magdeburg, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Magdeburg. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,962 customers.
Raise your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure through Germany!
Experiences
Day 5 – Brandenburg and Dresden
Day 5 – Brandenburg and Dresden
- Potsdam
- Dresden
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Drive 329 km, 4 hours 4 min
- Sanssouci Park
- Sanssouci
- Brandenburg Gate
- New Garden
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Rise and shine on day 5 of your road trip in Germany. Today, you'll wake up in Magdeburg 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 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 8,960 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 4,989 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 5,076 visitors.
One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable Sanssouci Park. This attraction is a park that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 29,145 visitors.
If you want to explore more, visit the incredible Sanssouci. This palace and attraction has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 21,310 reviews.
Another site you could visit today is the top-rated Brandenburg Gate. This triumphal arch and travel destination is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 13,052 visitors.
The lovely New Garden is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 5,620 visitors have left this park an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars.
When you're done with your sightseeing in Brandenburg, it's time to continue your drive to the city of Dresden. When you arrive in Dresden 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 Luisenhof, Dresden. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 2,856 customers.
Locals also recommend Coselpalais - Restaurant & Grand Café, another of the best restaurants in Dresden. Coselpalais - Restaurant & Grand Café is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,195 customers.
If you feel like having something else, check out the menu at Ristorante "Mamma Mia". This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,013 customers and is a great place to enjoy a lovely meal.
After dinner, visit Wohnzimmer Dresden 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 870 customers.
You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Irish Fiddler. This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation. Irish Fiddler has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 670 customers.
Zapfanstalt 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 699 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 6 – Dresden - departure day
Day 6 – Dresden - departure day
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- Altmarkt
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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.
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 1,682 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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