7-Day Germany Road Trip from Dresden to Berlin, Hamburg, and Hanover

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 7-day vacation in Germany!

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 2 nights. 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 Semperoper. This attraction is an opera house that is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 11,058 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible palace, Zwinger. With an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 44,348 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Dresden is the outstanding Church of Our Lady. This popular church building and travel destination has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 26,184 visitors.

The spectacular Brühl's Terrace is another popular attraction you can visit today. This fascinating tourist attraction and attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 10,636 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!

On day 3 of your road trip across Germany, you’ll have the perfect day exploring the wonderful city of Berlin. You’ll stay in Berlin 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 Berlin. This hotel has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 2,261 guests.

The best luxury hotel option in the city of Berlin is the 5-star DoubleTree by Hilton Berlin Ku'damm. The hotel is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 974 guests.

One of the best hotels we recommend in the city of Berlin is the 3-star Hotel Mit-Mensch. This 3-star hotel has an average rating of 4 out of 5 stars by 1,687 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 Berlin, 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 Berlin. 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 Berlin 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 Berlin 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 Berlin.

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

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 Berlin. 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 Berlin. 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 Berlin, 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 Berlin, 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 4 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 Hamburg. You’ll stay in Hamburg 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 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 Brandenburg Gate. This triumphal arch and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 137,566 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Potsdamer Platz to make the most of your road trip across Germany. The spectacular Potsdamer Platz is a square that has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 51,421 visitors.

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 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!

Day 5 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 Hanover. You will stay in Hanover 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 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 Hamburg 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 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 Hanover, where you will access the best hotels and places to stay.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try 6 Sinne Sky Bar and Restaurant, one of the best restaurants in the city of Hanover. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,028 customers.

Locals also recommend BLOCK HOUSE Am Thielenplatz as one of the best restaurants in the city of Hanover. BLOCK HOUSE Am Thielenplatz is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,505 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Hanover is The Irish Pub. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 929 customers.

After dinner, visit Craft Bier Bar Hannover, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Hanover. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 678 customers.

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

As you rise to greet the dawn on day 6 of your epic road trip in Germany, you'll awaken to the bustling city of Hanover. Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Dresden. You’ll stay in Dresden for 1 night. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of Hanover’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of Hanover, start your day with a visit to the amazing Herrenhausen Gardens. This much-appreciated park and attraction is rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 14,479 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Hanover Fairground. This performing arts center and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 5,545 visitors.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Hanover has to offer, you'll be ready to hit the open road and continue your unforgettable road trip towards the city of Dresden. Dresden 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 Luisenhof, Dresden. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.5 out of 5 stars in 2,856 reviews.

The remarkable Coselpalais - Restaurant & Grand Café is another top restaurant in Dresden we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,195 customers.

If you would rather go somewhere else, the famous Ristorante "Mamma Mia" is also an excellent choice. This well-loved restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,013 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Dresden, the fantastic Wohnzimmer Dresden. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 870 customers.

To end your night the best way possible, we recommend going to the wonderful Irish Fiddler. This bar offers a great variety of drinks and has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 670 customers.

Another bar with a great atmosphere is Zapfanstalt. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 699 customers, so don’t forget to check this one out as well!

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in Germany!

Day 7 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!