7-Day Germany Road Trip from Berlin traveling west to Rostock and Hamburg

Your road trip adventure in Germany begins as soon as you reach the incredible city of Berlin. You’ll stay in Berlin for 3 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 161,792 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, Restaurant Maximilians Berlin. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 6,853 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Berlin is A Mano. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 3,451 customers.

Locals recommend Dreh-Restaurant Sphere im Berliner Fernsehturm as one of the best restaurants in the city of Berlin. This restaurant has an average rating 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 BrewDog Berlin Mitte. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 3,557 customers.

Another of the best bars in the city of Berlin is Zur Gerichtslaube. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,868 customers.

Locals also enjoy Berlin Icebar. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,292 customers.

Enjoy toasting the start of your 7-day vacation in Germany!

Day 2 of your road trip will take you to the best attractions Berlin has to offer. Cherish the 2 nights 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 40,977 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations in Berlin is the spectacular Potsdamer Platz. This attraction is a square and is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 60,213 visitors.

You could then travel to the amazing Topography of Terror. This military museum has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 36,438 visitors.

Checkpoint Charlie is another stop you might want to add to your itinerary. This must-see tourist destination is a popular destination among visitors in Berlin. Rated at an average of 4.1 out of 5 stars by 82,690 visitors, it’s one many travelers find worthy a visit.

If you’re interested in seeing something outstanding today, then consider East Side Gallery. East Side Gallery is an art museum and popular attraction in Berlin. More than 53,795 visitors have rated this place an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

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 YOSOY TAPAS BERLIN, 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 4.6 out of 5 stars by 3,116 customers.

Alternatively, another of the top restaurants in the city of Berlin is the popular Delhi 6 Restaurant - Berlin. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,923 customers.

Another great restaurant we recommend in the city of Berlin is Restaurant Trattoria Portofino. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 2,371 customers.

When you’ve finished your meal, KASCHK by BRLO 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 1,635 customers.

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

Alternatively, a great bar that locals enjoy in the city of Berlin is Gaffel Haus Berlin - Kölsches Konsulat. Gaffel Haus Berlin - Kölsches Konsulat has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,365 customers.

Stopping at one of these popular bars is the perfect way to celebrate another incredible day in the magical city of Berlin!

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 Berlin. Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Rostock. You’ll stay in Rostock for 1 night. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of Berlin’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of Berlin, start your day with a visit to the amazing Pergamon Museum. This much-appreciated art museum and attraction is rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 29,287 visitors. Each year, around 1,298,000 visit this remarkable site to admire its unique features.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Berlin Cathedral. This lutheran cathedral and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 36,300 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 4.3 out of 5 stars by 212,589 visitors.

The lovely Berlin Zoological Garden is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 63,157 visitors have left this zoo average ratings of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Berlin has to offer, you'll be ready to hit the open road and continue your unforgettable road trip towards the city of Rostock. Rostock 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 Restaurant Käthe. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 677 reviews.

The remarkable L'Osteria Rostock is another top restaurant in Rostock we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 3,671 customers.

If you would rather go somewhere else, the famous Old Western is also an excellent choice. This well-loved restaurant is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 3,269 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Rostock, the fantastic Likörfabrik. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,235 customers.

To end your night the best way possible, we recommend going to the wonderful Braugasthaus Zum alten Fritz. This bar offers a great variety of drinks and has been rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,197 customers.

Another bar with a great atmosphere is Schallmauer -Rostocks Fliegerkneipe-. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 518 customers, so don’t forget to check this one out as well!

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in Germany!

Day 4 of your road trip will take you to the city of Rostock and the city of Schwerin. You’ll stay in Hamburg for 2 nights.

One of the best places to explore in the city of Rostock today is Rostock Zoo. This excellent attraction is a zoo that has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 15,454 visitors.

We also recommend you visit the amazing IGA Park, an outstanding park, in the city of Rostock. Around 4,446 travelers rated this attraction with 4.4 out of 5 stars.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit in the city of Rostock is Warnemünde lighthouse. This amazing attraction is a museum and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 13,658 visitors.

To experience the local culture, see more of Germany, and meet new people at the same time, we highly recommend you go on a tour. You’ll find many top-rated and popular tours in the city, offering unique experiences that will inspire you. On this tour, you can go on an epic adventure to some of the best places to visit in Germany. You also get to admire popular places of interest.

You could then travel to Schwerin Castle for some unforgettable sightseeing experience in the city of Schwerin. This popular attraction is a museum and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 25,599 visitors.

You’ll have your choice of the best hotels and places to stay in the city of Hamburg.

After a long day of traveling and sightseeing, we recommend you try one of the best restaurants in the city of Hamburg, estancia steaks. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,416 customers.

Locals 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.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Hamburg is Heimathafen. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 3,912 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the top bars in the city of Hamburg, Le Lion • Bar de Paris. This popular bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,224 customers.

You could also relax with a drink at a popular bar like Das Feuerschiff LV 13. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,935 customers.

NAGEL Restaurant und Kneipe is a popular bar that locals recommend in the city of Hamburg. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,360 customers.

Be sure to celebrate another day of your incredible road trip adventure through Germany with a toast!

On day 5 of your road trip across Germany, you’ll have the perfect day exploring the wonderful city of Hamburg. You’ll stay in Hamburg 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 Holiday Inn Hamburg - Berliner Tor, one of the best 4-star hotels in the city of Hamburg. This hotel has an average rating of 4 out of 5 stars by 10,952 guests.

The best luxury hotel option in the city of Hamburg is the 5-star HYPERION Hotel Hamburg. The hotel is rated an average of 4.1 out of 5 stars by 13,067 guests.

One of the best hotels we recommend in the city of Hamburg is the 3-star the niu Yen. This 3-star hotel has an average rating of 4 out of 5 stars by 4,184 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 Hamburg, like the outstanding Elbe Tunnel. This attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 34,570 visitors.

St. Pauli Piers is another popular attraction you could visit in the city of Hamburg. This incredible attraction is a best-rated sightseeing destination and has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 18,128 visitors.

One of the best attractions you could visit in the city of Hamburg is the extraordinary Elbe Philharmonic Hall. This concert hall is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars in 77,649 reviews.

As the day moves along, one attraction you’ll probably want to visit is the incredible Miniatur Wunderland. Around 87,297 visitors have given this museum an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars.

Today you'll also have the opportunity to spend some time at the fantastic Hamburg Dungeon. Hamburg Dungeon is a popular museum, rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 12,598 travelers.

Come to Hamburg 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 Hamburg.

After a day of exploring, try one of the best restaurants in the city of Hamburg.

We recommend you eat at a delicious restaurant that locals enjoy, like Schifferbörse Restaurant, after your day of exploring the city of Hamburg. This excellent restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 3,559 customers.

Caramba Especial is another of the best restaurants in the city of Hamburg. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,219 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Hamburg is Schönes Leben Speicherstadt. The restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,728 customers.

Locals recommend THE MADISON Hotel Hamburg, one of the best bars in the city of Hamburg, for a refreshing evening drink to finish your day. This bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,785 customers.

Alternatively, you could choose another of the most popular bars in the city of Hamburg, Brooklyn Burger Bar. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,481 customers.

Irish Pub in the Fleetenkieker is also one of the best bars in the city of Hamburg. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,537 customers.

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

Day 6 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 Hamburg 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 Hamburg is the amazing St. Michael's Church. This attraction is a church that is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 20,173 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible park, Planten un Blomen. With an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 21,983 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Hamburg is the outstanding Tierpark Hagenbeck. This popular zoo and travel destination has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 37,629 visitors.

The spectacular Stadtpark is another popular attraction you can visit today. This fascinating top-tier point of interest and attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 20,534 visitors.

You can make the most of your new day in Hamburg 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 Nante-Eck | Restaurant Berlin Mitte, one of the best restaurants in the city of Berlin. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 3,263 customers.

Locals also recommend Alt-Berliner Wirtshaus as one of the best restaurants in the city of Berlin. Alt-Berliner Wirtshaus is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 3,238 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Berlin is SOY. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,248 customers.

After dinner, visit Mikkeller Berlin, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Berlin. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,202 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like LIMONADIER Cocktailbar. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 902 customers.

Alternatively, Hauptstadtrestaurant Gendarmerie is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Berlin. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,228 customers.

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

Day 7 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.

Memorial to the Murdered Jews of Europe is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Berlin. This holocaust memorial and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 45,332 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 Restaurant Nolle before you travel home. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,696 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!