6-Day Germany road trip from Stuttgart to Munich and Lindau
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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 Stuttgart, 2 nights in Munich, and 1 night in Lindau, experiencing the ultimate road trip in Germany. Your road trip will enable you to discover the country's most popular attractions and restaurants in Stuttgart, Munich, Schwangau, Lindau, and Uhldingen-Mühlhofen. We'll help you experience the best 6 days in Germany you can imagine so you can leave happy and inspired.
Upon arriving in Stuttgart, 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 Schloßplatz and Mercedes-Benz Museum.
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 Olympiapark to the breathtaking English Garden and Marienplatz, 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 Viktualienmarkt and learn more about the unique Neuschwanstein Castle to truly immerse yourself in the local culture. As you hit the open road and drive through Stuttgart, Munich, Schwangau, Lindau, and Uhldingen-Mühlhofen, 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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Day 1 – Stuttgart - arrival day
Day 1 – Stuttgart - arrival day
- Stuttgart - Arrival day
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- Schloßplatz
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Your road trip adventure in Germany begins as soon as you reach the incredible city of Stuttgart. You’ll stay in Stuttgart for 2 nights, experiencing all the best things to do and see in the city.
Stuttgart has many popular destinations you can explore. You could visit attractions like the incredible Schloßplatz. This attraction is a square and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 41,090 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 Stuttgart, Carls Brauhaus. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 6,666 customers.
Another of the best restaurants in the city of Stuttgart is ABACCO'S STEAKHOUSE Stuttgart. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 3,830 customers.
Stuttgart also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of Stuttgart is Schwarz Weiß Bar. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 651 customers.
Enjoy toasting the start of your 6-day vacation in Germany!
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Day 2 – Stuttgart and Munich
Day 2 – Stuttgart and Munich
- Stuttgart
- Munich
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Drive 251 km, 3 hours 31 min
- Porsche Museum
- Wilhelma
- Mercedes-Benz Museum
- Stuttgart TV Tower
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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 Stuttgart. Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Munich. You’ll stay in Munich for 2 nights. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of Stuttgart’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.
If you’re curious to see more of Stuttgart, start your day with a visit to the amazing Porsche Museum. This much-appreciated automobile museum and attraction is rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 27,255 visitors.
You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Mercedes-Benz Museum. This automobile museum and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 42,121 visitors. As one of the top places to visit in the city, the incredible Mercedes-Benz Museum welcomes 876,109 visitors annually.
We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Stuttgart TV Tower to make the most of your road trip across Germany. The spectacular Stuttgart TV Tower is a top-tier point of interest that has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 12,359 visitors.
After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Stuttgart has to offer, you'll be ready to hit the open road and continue your unforgettable road trip towards the city of Munich. Munich 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 Schneider Bräuhaus München. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.4 out of 5 stars in 9,282 reviews.
The remarkable Augustiner Klosterwirt GmbH is another top restaurant in Munich we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 7,224 customers.
After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Munich, the fantastic Hofbräuhaus München. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 65,884 customers.
Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in Germany!
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Day 3 – Munich
Day 3 – Munich
- Munich
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Drive 21 km, 1 hour 6 min
- Karlsplatz (Stachus)
- BMW Museum
- BMW Welt
- Olympiapark
- English 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 Munich. You’ll stay in Munich 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 Hotel Europa, one of the best 4-star hotels in the city of Munich. This hotel has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 5,922 guests.
The best luxury hotel option in the city of Munich is the 5-star Hyperion Hotel München. The hotel is rated an average of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 6,564 guests.
One of the best hotels we recommend in the city of Munich is the 3-star Motel One München-Parkstadt Schwabing. This 3-star hotel has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 5,420 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 like the outstanding Stachus. This attraction has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 24,450 visitors.
BMW Museum is another popular attraction you could visit. This incredible attraction is an automobile museum and has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 34,819 visitors. Up to 250,000 travelers visit this fantastic attraction every year.
One of the best attractions you could visit is the extraordinary BMW Welt. This music venue gets more than 3,000,000 visitors on an annual basis and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 31,532 reviews.
As the day moves along, one attraction you’ll probably want to visit is the incredible Olympiapark. Around 67,532 visitors have given this olympic park an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.
Today you'll also have the opportunity to spend some time at the fantastic English Garden. English Garden is a popular park, rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 61,263 travelers.
Come to Munich 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 Munich.
After a day of exploring, try one of the best restaurants in the city of Munich.
We recommend you eat at a delicious restaurant that locals enjoy, like Ratskeller München, after your day of exploring the city of Munich. This excellent restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 6,121 customers.
Nuernberger Bratwurst Gloeckl am Dom is another of the best restaurants in the city of Munich. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 3,035 customers.
Locals recommend Schneider Bräuhaus München, one of the best bars in the city of Munich, for a refreshing evening drink to finish your day. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 9,282 customers.
Alternatively, you could choose another of the most popular bars in the city of Munich, Kennedy's Bar and Restaurant. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 5,885 customers.
Kilians Irish Pub is also one of the best bars in the city of Munich. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 5,188 customers.
It's a perfect place to relax and enjoy another amazing evening in Germany.
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Day 4 – Munich, Schwangau, and Lindau
Day 4 – Munich, Schwangau, and Lindau
- Munich
- Lindau (Bodensee)
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Drive 239 km, 3 hours 39 min
- Marienplatz
- Victuals Market
- Deutsches Museum
- Hohenschwangau Castle
- Neuschwanstein Castle
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Rise and shine on day 4 of your road trip in Germany. Today, you'll wake up in Munich and embark on a scenic drive to Lindau, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 1 night. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Munich 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 Munich. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful Marienplatz. This attraction is a square that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 116,399 visitors.
You could also stop at the incredible Viktualienmarkt. This attraction, a beloved best-rated sightseeing destination, has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 57,932 visitors.
If you have time, another site you could explore in Munich is the stunning Deutsches Museum. This national museum and travel destination has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 34,244 visitors. Approximately 1,250,000 travelers come to Munich every year to see this fascinating attraction.
One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable Hohenschwangau Castle. This attraction is a best-rated sightseeing destination that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 32,213 visitors.
If you want to explore more, visit the incredible Neuschwanstein Castle. This best-rated sightseeing destination and attraction has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 88,610 reviews.
This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation.
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!
Experiences
Day 5 – Friedrichshafen, Uhldingen-Mühlhofen, and Stuttgart
Day 5 – Friedrichshafen, Uhldingen-Mühlhofen, and Stuttgart
- Friedrichshafen
- Stuttgart
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Drive 245 km, 3 hours 21 min
- Zeppelin Museum Friedrichshafen
- Burg Meersburg
- Affenberg Salem
- Pile Dwelling Museum
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Get ready to experience some of the most famous attractions in the area!
One of the best places to visit is the amazing Zeppelin Museum Friedrichshafen. This attraction is a museum and is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 10,591 visitors.
You could also go sightseeing at the incredible Burg Meersburg. This castle and travel destination has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 9,148 visitors.
Pile Dwelling Museum is another popular attraction you can explore. This well-known attraction, a spectacular museum, has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from over 13,138 reviews.
Joining a top-rated tour in Friedrichshafen is another excellent way to spend your new day in Germany. The best tours in this travel destination will take you on an exploration to some of Germany’s most well-known attractions and best-kept secrets.
With this tour, you’ll set out on a journey to Germany’s most interesting sights. As you go along this remarkable tour, you’ll also have the unique opportunity to catch a glimpse of Germany’s scenic spots.
You could then travel to the amazing Pile Dwelling Museum for some sightseeing. This popular attraction is a museum and has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 13,138 visitors.
You’ll also have your choice of the best hotels and places to stay in the city of Stuttgart.
After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Ochs'n Willi, one of the best restaurants in the city of Stuttgart. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 3,606 customers.
Locals also recommend Triple B - Beef Burger Brothers as one of the best restaurants in the city of Stuttgart. Triple B - Beef Burger Brothers 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. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,538 customers.
After dinner, visit Biddy Earlys Irish Pub, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Stuttgart. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,632 customers.
You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Jigger & Spoon. This bar has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,274 customers.
Raise your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure through Germany!
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Day 6 – Stuttgart - departure day
Day 6 – Stuttgart - departure day
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- Killesberg Tower
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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 Stuttgart 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.
Killesberg Tower is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Stuttgart. This observation tower and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 8,026 visitors.
Take a stroll along the main shopping streets of Stuttgart and find some souvenirs to remind you of your road trip in Germany.
You’ll then say farewell to Stuttgart. We wish you a pleasant journey home, with many wonderful memories of your unforgettable vacation in Germany!
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