6-Day Germany road trip from Nuremberg to Munich and Stuttgart

Photo of the historic old town of Nuremberg.
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Duration
6 days & 5 nights
Available
Jan. - Dec.
Hotel
5 nights included
Car rental
6 days included
Flights
Optional
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Description

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 Nuremberg, 1 night in Munich, and 2 nights in Stuttgart, experiencing the ultimate road trip in Germany. Your road trip will enable you to discover the country's most popular attractions and restaurants in Nuremberg, Munich, and Stuttgart. We'll help you experience the best 6 days in Germany you can imagine so you can leave happy and inspired.

Upon arriving in Nuremberg, 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 Marienplatz and Viktualienmarkt.

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 English Garden to the breathtaking Olympiapark and Mercedes-Benz Museum, 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 Schloßplatz and learn more about the unique Heidelberg Palace to truly immerse yourself in the local culture. As you hit the open road and drive through Nuremberg, Munich, and Stuttgart, 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 German traditional medieval half-timbered Old Town architecture and bridge over Pegnitz river in Nuremberg, Germany.Nuremberg / 2 nights
Photo of Tuebingen in the Stuttgart city ,Germany Colorful house in riverside and blue sky. Stuttgart / 2 nights
Aerial view on Marienplatz town hall and Frauenkirche in Munich, Germany.Munich / 1 night
Heidelberg - city in GermanyHeidelberg

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Attractions

Photo of Munich skyline with Marienplatz town hall in Germany.Marienplatz
Photo of aerial view of Olympiapark in German city Munich which hosted olympic games at 1972.Olympiapark
English Garden, Bezirksteil Alte Heide - Hirschau, Schwabing-Freimann, Munich, Bavaria, GermanyEnglish Garden
Victuals Market, Bezirksteil Angerviertel, Altstadt-Lehel, Munich, Bavaria, GermanyVictuals Market
Heidelberg Palace, Altstadt, Heidelberg, Baden-Württemberg, GermanyHeidelberg Palace
Photo of Spectacular modern architecture and home of Museum Mercedes-Benz Welt in Stuttgart, Germany.Mercedes-Benz Museum
Photo of "Rheintor" (River Rhine Gate) with the former Customs House was the entrance gate to Linz and to "Schloßplatz" (Castle Square) with its half-timbered houses.Schloßplatz
Nuremberg Castle aerial panoramic view. Castle located in the historical center of Nuremberg city in Bavaria, Germany.Nuremberg Castle
photo of view of Christmas market near Kaiser Wilhelm Memorial Church in the evening, Berlin Germany., Germany,Stuttgart Wilhelma
Photo of view of the futuristic looking headquarters of BMW car manufacturer in Munich, Germany.BMW Welt
photo of Auto- und Technikmuseum Sinsheim (Rhein-Neckar-Kreis, Baden-Württemberg, Deutschland)Technikmuseum Sinsheim
Panorama view of the Documentation Center and Congress Hall of the Nazi Party Rally Grounds in Nuremberg, with the Dutzendteich lake in the foreground, Bavaria, GermanyDocumentation Center Nazi Party Rally Grounds
Neckarwiese, Neuenheim, Heidelberg, Baden-Württemberg, GermanyNeckarwiese (Heidelberg)
Schöner BrunnenSchöner Brunnen
KongresshalleNazi party rally grounds
Handwerkerhof Nuremberg, Altstadt, St. Lorenz, Nuremberg, Bavaria, GermanyHandwerkerhof Nuremberg
photo of view of Memorium Nürnberger Prozesse, Nuremberg, Germany.Memorium Nürnberger Prozesse
EhekarussellEhekarussell
Pharmacy Museum, Altstadt, Heidelberg, Baden-Württemberg, GermanyPharmacy Museum

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Day 1 – Nuremberg - arrival day

Day 1

Day 1 – Nuremberg - arrival day

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

Nuremberg has many popular destinations you can explore. You could visit attractions like the incredible Handwerkerhof Nuremberg. This attraction is a courtyard and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 5,280 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.

Nuremberg also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of Nuremberg is Finnegan's Harp Irish Pub. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,140 customers.

Enjoy toasting the start of your 6-day vacation in Germany!

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Day 2 – Nuremberg and Munich

Day 2

Day 2 – Nuremberg and Munich

  • Nuremberg
  • Munich
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Drive 177 km, 2 hours 48 min

  • Nuremberg Castle
  • Ehekarussell
  • Memorium Nürnberger Prozesse
  • Nazi party rally grounds
  • Documentation Center Nazi Party Rally Grounds
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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 Nuremberg and end it at a top-rated hotel in the city of Munich. You will stay in Munich for 1 night. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

One of the best places to visit today in Nuremberg is the amazing Nuremberg Castle. This attraction is a castle that is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 36,364 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible fountain, Ehekarussell. With an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,938 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Nuremberg is the outstanding Memorium Nürnberger Prozesse. This popular museum and travel destination has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 3,943 visitors.

The spectacular Nazi party rally grounds is another popular attraction you can visit today. This fascinating building complex and attraction has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 5,313 visitors.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic Documentation Center Nazi Party Rally Grounds. This attraction is a popular military museum that has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 15,510 visitors.

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

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Schneider Bräuhaus München, one of the best restaurants in the city of Munich. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 9,282 customers.

Locals also recommend Augustiner Klosterwirt GmbH as one of the best restaurants in the city of Munich. Augustiner Klosterwirt GmbH is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 7,224 customers.

After dinner, visit Hofbräuhaus München, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Munich. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 65,884 customers.

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

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Day 3 – Munich and Stuttgart

Day 3

Day 3 – Munich and Stuttgart

  • Munich
  • Stuttgart
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Drive 229 km, 3 hours 5 min

  • Marienplatz
  • Victuals Market
  • English Garden
  • BMW Welt
  • Olympiapark
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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 Munich. Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Stuttgart. You’ll stay in Stuttgart for 2 nights. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of Munich’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of Munich, start your day with a visit to the amazing Marienplatz. This much-appreciated square and attraction is rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 116,399 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Viktualienmarkt. This top-tier point of interest and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 57,932 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular English Garden to make the most of your road trip across Germany. The spectacular English Garden is a park that has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 61,263 visitors.

The lovely BMW Welt is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 31,532 visitors have left this music venue average ratings of 4.7 out of 5 stars. This popular attraction gets around 3,000,000 visits every year.

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 Olympiapark. This attraction is an olympic park rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 67,532 reviews.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Munich has to offer, you'll be ready to hit the open road and continue your unforgettable road trip towards the city of Stuttgart. Stuttgart 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 Carls Brauhaus. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.3 out of 5 stars in 6,666 reviews.

The remarkable ABACCO'S STEAKHOUSE Stuttgart is another top restaurant in Stuttgart we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 3,830 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Stuttgart, the fantastic Schwarz Weiß Bar. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 651 customers.

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in Germany!

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Day 4 – Stuttgart and Baden-Württemberg

Day 4

Day 4 – Stuttgart and Baden-Württemberg

  • Stuttgart
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Drive 184 km, 2 hours 45 min

  • Mercedes-Benz Museum
  • Wilhelma
  • Schloßplatz
  • Technikmuseum Sinsheim
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At the end of the day, you'll drive back to Stuttgart, where you'll stay for 1 night more.

One of the best travel destinations is Mercedes-Benz Museum. Over 876,109 travelers come to Baden-Württemberg every year to see and explore Mercedes-Benz Museum. This amazing attraction is an automobile museum and has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 42,121 visitors.

Schloßplatz is another popular attraction you could visit. As one of the best-rated attractions in the area, Schloßplatz has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 41,090 visitors.

To make your time more memorable, we recommend you visit Technikmuseum Sinsheim. This outstanding attraction is a technology museum and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 28,188 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 Stuttgart.

When you arrive, we recommend eating at a restaurant that locals enjoy, like Ochs'n Willi. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 3,606 customers.

Triple B - Beef Burger Brothers is one of the top restaurants in the city of Stuttgart. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,208 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Stuttgart is Paulaner am alten Postplatz. The restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,538 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you get a drink at one of the best bars in the city of Stuttgart, Biddy Earlys Irish Pub. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,632 customers.

If you’d prefer one of the top bar experiences that locals enjoy in the city of Stuttgart, we recommend the cocktails at Jigger & Spoon. This bar has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,274 customers.

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

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Day 5 – Heidelberg and Nuremberg

Day 5

Day 5 – Heidelberg and Nuremberg

  • Heidelberg
  • Nuremberg
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Drive 363 km, 4 hours 20 min

  • Neckarwiese (Heidelberg)
  • Pharmacy Museum
  • Heidelberg Palace
  • More

Day 5 of your road trip through Germany gives you the opportunity to experience two places in one day. You will stay in Nuremberg for 1 night. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

One of the best places to visit today in Heidelberg is the amazing Neckarwiese (Heidelberg). This attraction is a park that is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 7,944 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible museum, Pharmacy Museum. With an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 917 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Heidelberg is the outstanding Heidelberg Palace. This popular museum and travel destination has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 53,614 visitors.

There are many top-rated experiences you can include in your travel plan to add flavor to your road trip in Germany. Browse all of your options and reserve your slot before it's too late.

At the end of the day, you will drive to the city of Nuremberg, where you will access the best hotels and places to stay.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Delphi, one of the best restaurants in the city of Nuremberg. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,911 customers.

After dinner, visit Australian Bar & Kitchen, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Nuremberg. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,629 customers.

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

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Day 6 – Nuremberg - departure day

Day 6

Day 6 – Nuremberg - departure day

  • Nuremberg - Departure day
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  • Schöner Brunnen
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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 Nuremberg 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.

Schöner Brunnen is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Nuremberg. This well and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 8,230 visitors.

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

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

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