7-Day Germany Road Trip from Dresden traveling south to Regensburg, Munich, and Nuremberg

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. You could visit attractions like the incredible The Grand Garden of Dresden. This attraction is a park and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 14,790 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 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 Kutscherschänke - Uriges Wirtshaus. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 6,669 customers.

Locals recommend Schwerelos – Das Achterbahn-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 7,313 customers.

Dresden also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of Dresden is Watzke am Goldenen Reiter. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 3,871 customers.

Another of the best bars in the city of Dresden is Shamrock Irish Bar & Restaurant. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 3,555 customers.

Locals also enjoy Las Tapas. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,709 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 Dresden. Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Regensburg. You’ll stay in Regensburg for 1 night. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of Dresden’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of Dresden, start your day with a visit to the amazing Brühl's Terrace. This much-appreciated tourist attraction and attraction is rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 12,650 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Church of Our Lady. This church building and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 30,160 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Semperoper to make the most of your road trip across Germany. The spectacular Semperoper is an opera house that has been rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 13,687 visitors.

The lovely Zwinger is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 49,362 visitors have left this palace average ratings of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Dresden has to offer, you'll be ready to hit the open road and continue your unforgettable road trip towards the city of Regensburg. Regensburg 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 Valentino. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 1,269 reviews.

The remarkable Malefiz - Café & Bar is another top restaurant in Regensburg we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 662 customers.

If you would rather go somewhere else, the famous Caffé Rinaldi is also an excellent choice. This well-loved restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 600 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Regensburg, the fantastic Kaminski in Regensburg. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 546 customers.

To end your night the best way possible, we recommend going to the wonderful Spitalgarten. This bar offers a great variety of drinks and has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,786 customers.

Another bar with a great atmosphere is Brauereigaststätte Kneitinger. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,418 customers, so don’t forget to check this one out as well!

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in Germany!

Rise and shine on day 3 of your road trip in Germany. Today, you'll wake up in Regensburg and embark on a scenic drive to Munich, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 2 nights. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Regensburg and Garmisch-Partenkirchen 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 Regensburg. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful Neuschwanstein Castle. This attraction is a best-rated sightseeing destination that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 89,719 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible Marienbrücke. This attraction, a beloved best-rated sightseeing destination, has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 4,397 visitors.

If you have time, another site you could explore in Regensburg is the stunning Hohenschwangau Castle. This top-tier point of interest and travel destination has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 32,469 visitors.

Wave goodbye to Hohenschwangau and continue your journey by car. If you want to break up today’s drive into two, take the opportunity to stop and discover what the region of Garmisch-Partenkirchen has to offer.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable Linderhof Palace. This attraction is a palace that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 16,985 visitors.

When you're done with your sightseeing in Garmisch-Partenkirchen, it's time to continue your drive to the city of Munich. When you arrive in Munich you’ll check in at one of the best hotels in the area.

We recommend you end the day with a dinner at a popular restaurant near your accommodation, like Little London / Bar & Grill. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 2,409 customers.

Locals also recommend Hofbräuhaus München, another of the best restaurants in Munich. Hofbräuhaus München is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 65,884 customers.

If you feel like having something else, check out the menu at Augustiner-Keller. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 30,632 customers and is a great place to enjoy a lovely meal.

After dinner, visit Zephyr Bar to enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in Munich, with an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,016 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Schneider Bräuhaus München. This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation. Schneider Bräuhaus München has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 9,282 customers.

Kennedy's Bar and Restaurant is another bar locals often recommend. This bar offers a great variety of snacks and drinks and is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 5,885 customers.

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!

On day 4 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 Leonardo Hotel Munich City Olympiapark, one of the best 4-star hotels in the city of Munich. This hotel has an average rating of 4 out of 5 stars by 8,860 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 6,772 guests.

One of the best hotels we recommend in the city of Munich is the 3-star Brunnenhof. This 3-star hotel has an average rating of 4 out of 5 stars by 4,207 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 Munich, like the outstanding Nymphenburg Palace. This attraction has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 31,394 visitors.

Viktualienmarkt is another popular attraction you could visit in the city of Munich. This incredible attraction is a must-see tourist destination and has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 58,191 visitors.

One of the best attractions you could visit in the city of Munich is the extraordinary Deutsches Museum. This national museum gets more than 1,250,000 visitors on an annual basis and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars in 34,643 reviews.

As the day moves along, one attraction you’ll probably want to visit is the incredible Eisbachwelle. Around 17,940 visitors have given this must-see tourist destination 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 61,616 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 Augustiner Klosterwirt GmbH, after your day of exploring the city of Munich. This excellent restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 7,224 customers.

Ratskeller München 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 6,121 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Munich is Kilians Irish Pub. The restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 5,188 customers.

Locals recommend Nuernberger Bratwurst Gloeckl am Dom, 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 3,035 customers.

Alternatively, you could choose another of the most popular bars in the city of Munich, Wirtshaus Zum Straubinger. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,475 customers.

Rosi coffee & bar is also one of the best bars in the city of Munich. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,119 customers.

It's a perfect place to relax and enjoy another amazing evening 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 Munich and end it at a top-rated hotel in the city of Nuremberg. 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 Munich is the amazing Marienplatz. This attraction is a square that is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 118,139 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible square, Stachus. With an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 24,791 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Munich is the outstanding Olympiapark. This popular olympic park and travel destination has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 68,103 visitors.

The spectacular BMW Museum is another popular attraction you can visit today. This fascinating automobile museum and attraction has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 35,349 visitors. In addition, approximately 250,000 travelers visit this popular site annually.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic BMW Welt. This attraction is a popular music venue that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 31,941 visitors. BMW Welt hosts around 3,000,000 visitors annually, so be sure to stop at this attraction so you won't miss out!

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

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Indisches Restaurant Ganesha Nürnberg, one of the best restaurants in the city of Nuremberg. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,520 customers.

Locals also recommend "Trödelstuben", Wein- und Bierstuben, Restaurant as one of the best restaurants in the city of Nuremberg. "Trödelstuben", Wein- und Bierstuben, Restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 3,605 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Nuremberg is Alte Küch'n & Im Keller. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,866 customers.

After dinner, visit Padelle d'Italia Nürnberg, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Nuremberg. This bar is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,234 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Finnegan's Harp Irish Pub. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,140 customers.

Alternatively, Chong's Diner is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Nuremberg. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,820 customers.

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

Day 6 of your road trip will take you to the city of Nuremberg and the hamlet of Hütten. You’ll stay in Dresden for 1 night.

One of the best places to explore in the city of Nuremberg today is Schöner Brunnen. This excellent attraction is a well that has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 8,461 visitors.

We also recommend you visit the amazing Nuremberg Castle, an outstanding castle, in the city of Nuremberg. Around 36,670 travelers rated this attraction with 4.6 out of 5 stars.

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 Königstein Fortress for some unforgettable sightseeing experience in the hamlet of Hütten. This popular attraction is a rock castle and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 25,832 visitors.

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

After a long day of traveling and sightseeing, we recommend you try one of the best restaurants in the city of Dresden, Sophienkeller im Taschenbergpalais. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 4,294 customers.

Locals recommend Pulverturm as one of the best restaurants in the city of Dresden. Pulverturm is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 3,763 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Dresden is L'Osteria. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 4,368 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the top bars in the city of Dresden, Lloyd’s Café & Bar. This popular bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,382 customers.

You could also relax with a drink at a popular bar like Nightfly shisha and cocktail. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,337 customers.

Gin House Dresden is a popular bar that locals recommend in the city of Dresden. This bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 413 customers.

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

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.

Golden Rider is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Dresden. This monument and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 11,091 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 Wilma Wunder Dresden before you travel home. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 3,474 customers.

Alternatively, we also recommend Coselpalais - Restaurant & Grand Café for your last chance at a meal in the city of Dresden. The Coselpalais - Restaurant & Grand Café restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,195 customers.

If you'd prefer a popular restaurant that locals enjoy, try Ristorante "Mamma Mia". This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,013 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!