7-Day Germany Road Trip from Dortmund to Magdeburg, Berlin, and Hamburg

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

Dortmund 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.

One of the best luxury places you could choose in Dortmund is NYCE Hotel Dortmund City. This 4-star hotel is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 532 guests.

We also recommend the best 3-star accommodations, like stays design Hotel Dortmund. This hotel has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 3,011 guests.

Alternatively, one of the best cheap hotel options in Dortmund is Hotel ibis Dortmund City. This 2-star hotel is rated an average of 3.8 out of 5 stars by 854 guests.

If these hotels are unavailable during your vacation in Dortmund, our system will automatically help you find the best alternative for your stay.

When you’re ready for dinner, we recommend you try one of the best restaurants in the city of Dortmund, Restaurant Namu. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 892 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Dortmund is 60 Seconds to Napoli. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 4,208 customers.

Locals recommend Zum Alten Markt as one of the best restaurants in the city of Dortmund. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 4,074 customers.

Dortmund also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of Dortmund is Strobels Dortmund. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,913 customers.

Another of the best bars in the city of Dortmund is Wenkers am Markt. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,713 customers.

Locals also enjoy Atlantico Café. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,477 customers.

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

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

If you’re curious to see more of Dortmund, start your day with a visit to the amazing Rombergpark Botanical Garden. This much-appreciated best-rated sightseeing destination and attraction is rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 5,635 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Westfalenpark. This park and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 16,264 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Dortmund U-Tower to make the most of your road trip across Germany. The spectacular Dortmund U-Tower is an office building that has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,945 visitors.

The lovely German Football Museum is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 5,021 visitors have left this sports museum average ratings of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Dortmund has to offer, you'll be ready to hit the open road and continue your unforgettable road trip towards the city of Magdeburg. Magdeburg offers plenty of options for top-rated hotels and other places to stay that fit all travel budgets.

We recommend you stay at the exclusive Elbrivera Alt Prester, one of the best 3-star hotel options in Dortmund. At this hotel, you’ll have access to many exceptional amenities that will ensure a pleasant and comfortable stay. This hotel is rated an average of 4 out of 5 stars by 1,133 guests.

Alternatively, check out one of the best 3-star hotel options in Magdeburg, like Stadtfeld. This hotel is a popular choice among travelers in the city and is rated an average of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 2,337 guests.

If you’re looking for a top-rated budget hotel, we recommend you stay at ibis Styles Magdeburg. This 3-star hotel offers value-for-money accommodation and is rated an average of 4.2 out of 5 stars in 4,408 guest reviews.

After you’ve settled into your accommodation, we recommend a dinner at the popular BERNER & BROWN - Tapas • Bar • Cavaria • Restaurant. This popular restaurant is one of locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.8 out of 5 stars in 668 reviews.

The remarkable Datsche is another top restaurant in Magdeburg we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 718 customers.

If you would rather go somewhere else, the famous Sen Viet BBQ & Soup is also an excellent choice. This well-loved restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 669 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Magdeburg, the fantastic La Bodega Magdeburg. This bar has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,962 customers.

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in Germany!

Day 3 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 Dortmund and end it at a top-rated hotel in the city of Berlin. You will stay in Berlin for 2 nights. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

One of the best places to visit today in Dortmund is the amazing Cathedral of Magdeburg. This attraction is a cathedral that is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 4,989 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible footbridge, Magdeburg vertical-lift bridge. With an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 2,083 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Dortmund is the outstanding Rotehorn Park. This popular park and travel destination has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,370 visitors.

You can make the most of your new day in Dortmund 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.

One of the best hotel options in the city of Berlin is the 4-star Hotel am Borsigturm. This hotel has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 869 guests.

If staying at a top-rated 5-star luxury hotel tonight sounds like something you would like to do, Dorint Kurfuerstendamm Berlin is your best choice. This hotel is rated an average of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 1,578 guests.

If you’re looking for a top-rated budget hotel, we recommend staying at the 3-star Premier Inn Berlin City Centre Hotel. This 3-star hotel has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 50 guests.

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!

On day 4 of your road trip across Germany, you’ll have the perfect day exploring the wonderful city of Dortmund. You’ll stay in Dortmund 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 am Borsigturm, one of the best 4-star hotels in the city of Dortmund. This hotel has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 869 guests.

The best luxury hotel option in the city of Dortmund is the 5-star Dorint Kurfuerstendamm Berlin. The hotel is rated an average of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 1,578 guests.

One of the best hotels we recommend in the city of Dortmund is the 3-star Premier Inn Berlin City Centre Hotel. This 3-star hotel has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 50 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 Dortmund, like the outstanding Berlin Wall Memorial. This attraction has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 36,668 visitors.

Gendarmenmarkt is another popular attraction you could visit in the city of Dortmund. This incredible attraction is a square and has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 36,595 visitors.

One of the best attractions you could visit in the city of Dortmund is the extraordinary Berlin Cathedral. This lutheran cathedral is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars in 31,281 reviews.

As the day moves along, one attraction you’ll probably want to visit is the incredible Alexanderplatz. Around 184,805 visitors have given this square an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars.

Come to Dortmund 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 Dortmund.

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

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 Dortmund. 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 Dortmund. 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 Dortmund, 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 Dortmund, 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.

As you rise to greet the dawn on day 5 of your epic road trip in Germany, you'll awaken to the bustling city of Dortmund. 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 Dortmund’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of Dortmund, start your day with a visit to the amazing Memorial to the Murdered Jews of Europe. This much-appreciated holocaust memorial and attraction is rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 41,805 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 Brandenburg Gate to make the most of your road trip across Germany. The spectacular Brandenburg Gate is a triumphal arch that has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 137,566 visitors.

The lovely Großer Tiergarten is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 21,647 visitors have left this park average ratings of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Dortmund 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.

We recommend you stay at the exclusive Privathotel Lindtner Hamburg, one of the best 5-star hotel options in Dortmund. At this hotel, you’ll have access to many exceptional amenities that will ensure a pleasant and comfortable stay. This hotel is rated an average of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 843 guests.

Alternatively, check out one of the best 3-star hotel options in Hamburg, like Holiday Inn Hamburg - City Nord. This hotel is a popular choice among travelers in the city and is rated an average of 4.1 out of 5 stars by 3,424 guests.

After you’ve settled into your accommodation, we recommend a dinner at the popular estancia steaks. This popular restaurant is one of 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!

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 Dortmund and end it at a top-rated hotel in the city of Dortmund. You will stay in Dortmund for 1 night. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

One of the best places to visit today in Dortmund 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 Dortmund is the outstanding Elbe Philharmonic Hall. This popular concert hall and travel destination has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 63,498 visitors.

The spectacular Miniatur Wunderland is another popular attraction you can visit today. This fascinating museum and attraction has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 69,222 visitors.

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

One of the best hotel options in the city of Dortmund is the 3-star stays design Hotel Dortmund. This hotel has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 3,011 guests.

If staying at a top-rated 4-star luxury hotel tonight sounds like something you would like to do, NYCE Hotel Dortmund City is your best choice. This hotel is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 532 guests.

If you’re looking for a top-rated budget hotel, we recommend staying at the 2-star Hotel ibis Dortmund City. This 2-star hotel has an average rating of 3.8 out of 5 stars by 854 guests.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Restaurant YUMINI, one of the best restaurants in the city of Dortmund. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,893 customers.

Locals also recommend FOOD BROTHER as one of the best restaurants in the city of Dortmund. FOOD BROTHER is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,283 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Dortmund is Pfefferkorn Dortmund Hoher Wall. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,934 customers.

After dinner, visit Tapas & More, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Dortmund. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 964 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Uncle Tom's. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 678 customers.

Alternatively, Kraftstoff is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Dortmund. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 634 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 Dortmund 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.

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

You could then enjoy your last meal in the city of Dortmund at Wenkers am Markt before you travel home. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,713 customers.

Alternatively, we also recommend Atlantico Café for your last chance at a meal in the city of Dortmund. The Atlantico Café restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,477 customers.

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