7-Day Germany road trip from Leipzig to Dresden and Berlin

Photo of city of Leipzig, Germany. A panorama at sunset.
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Duration
7 days & 6 nights
Available
Jan. - Dec.
Hotel
6 nights included
Car rental
7 days included
Flights
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Description

Have the adventure of a lifetime with this 7-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 Leipzig, 1 night in Dresden, and 3 nights in Berlin, experiencing the ultimate road trip in Germany. Your road trip will enable you to discover the country's most popular attractions and restaurants in Leipzig, Dresden, and Berlin. We'll help you experience the best 7 days in Germany you can imagine so you can leave happy and inspired.

Upon arriving in Leipzig, 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 Zwinger and Brandenburg Gate.

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 Potsdamer Platz to the breathtaking Alexanderplatz and Checkpoint Charlie, 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. As you hit the open road and drive through Leipzig, Dresden, and Berlin, 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 6 nights, with plenty of top-rated breakfast and restaurant options nearby. We'll provide you with the best car rental for 6 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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Included

Hotel, 6 nights
Rental car, 7 days
CDW Insurance
Step-by-step guide
Personal travel agent
24/7 travel support

Destinations

Photo of aerial view of the new town hall and the Johannapark at Leipzig, Germany.Leipzig / 2 nights
Photo of scenic summer view of the Old Town architecture with Elbe river embankment in Dresden, Saxony, Germany.Dresden / 1 night
Berlin cityscape with Berlin cathedral and Television tower, Germany.Berlin / 3 nights
Potsdam - city in GermanyPotsdam

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Attractions

Photo of aerial view of Berlin skyline with famous TV tower at Alexanderplatz  at sunset, Germany.Alexanderplatz
Photo of the Brandenburg Gate in Berlin on a sunny day, Germany.Brandenburg Gate
Checkpoint CharlieCheckpoint Charlie
Photo of Stone elephants and the arch on the entrance to the Berlin Zoological Garden, Germany, the biggest zoo in the world by amount of species.Berlin Zoological Garden
Photo of panoramic view at the Potsdamer Platz, Berlin, Germany.Potsdamer Platz
Photo of Graffiti at the East Side Gallery in Berlin, Germany, the East Side Gallery is the longest preserved stretch of the Berlin wall.East Side Gallery
Photo of famous Zwinger palace (Der Dresdner Zwinger) Art Gallery of Dresden, Saxrony, Germany.Zwinger
Photo of Holocaust Memorial Berlin Germany Memorial to the Murdered Jews of Europe, Germany.Memorial to the Murdered Jews of Europe
Photo of Berlin Wall Memorial in Germany.Berlin Wall Memorial
Berliner dom at day, Berlin, GermanyBerlin Cathedral
Photo of beautiful view of Chinese House in Sanssouci Park, Potsdam, Germany.Sanssouci Park
Topography of Terror Gestapo Headquarters Cellar Where Prisoners Tortured Remains of Berlin Wall Public Park Berlin Wall. Wall Separated West from East Berlin from 1961 to 1989.Topography of Terror
Photo of famous church of Our Lady during the sunrise in Dresden city, Germany.Church of Our Lady
Facade of the Pergammonmuseum in Berlin. The Pergammon Museum holds a world exhibition of Greek, Roman, Babilonian and Oriental art.Pergamon Museum
Treptower ParkTreptower Park
Großer TiergartenGroßer Tiergarten
photo of Sanssouci Palace, the former summer palace of Frederick the Great, King of Prussia, in Potsdam, near Berlin, Potsdam, Germany.Sanssouci
Charlottenburg PalaceCharlottenburg Palace
Victory ColumnSiegessäule
photo of Monument to the Battle of the Nations (1813) (Voelkerschlachtdenkmal), Leipzig, Germany, designed by German architect Bruno Schmitz (1913) .Monument to the Battle of the Nations
Marktplatz Leipzig, Leipzig-center, Mitte, Leipzig, Saxony, GermanyMarktplatz Leipzig
Aerial view of the Leipzig Panometer.Leipzig Panometer
Nikolaikirch St Nicholas Church in Leipzig, GermanySt Nicholas Church
FriedensparkFriedenspark
MendebrunnenMendebrunnen

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Day 1 – Leipzig - arrival day

Day 1

Day 1 – Leipzig - arrival day

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

Leipzig has many popular destinations you can explore. You could visit attractions like the incredible Marktplatz Leipzig. This attraction is a best-rated sightseeing destination and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 19,188 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 Leipzig, Auerbachs Keller. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 5,899 customers.

Leipzig also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of Leipzig is HANS IM GLÜCK - LEIPZIG Augustusplatz. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 6,088 customers.

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

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Day 2 – Leipzig and Dresden

Day 2

Day 2 – Leipzig and Dresden

  • Leipzig
  • Dresden
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Drive 134 km, 1 hour 53 min

  • St Nicholas Church
  • Friedenspark
  • Monument to the Battle of the Nations
  • Leipzig Panometer
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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 Leipzig and end it at a top-rated hotel in the city of Dresden. You will stay in Dresden for 1 night. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

One of the best places to visit today in Leipzig is the amazing St. Nicholas Church. This attraction is a church building that is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 4,842 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible park, Friedenspark. With an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,887 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Leipzig is the outstanding Monument to the Battle of the Nations. This popular heritage site and travel destination has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 23,059 visitors.

The spectacular Leipzig Panometer is another popular attraction you can visit today. This fascinating building and attraction has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 7,513 visitors.

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

After dinner, visit HANS IM GLÜCK - DRESDEN Altmarkt, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Dresden. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 7,391 customers.

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

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Day 3 – Dresden, Potsdam, and Berlin

Day 3

Day 3 – Dresden, Potsdam, and Berlin

  • Dresden
  • Potsdam
  • Berlin
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Drive 245 km, 3 hours 17 min

  • Church of Our Lady
  • Zwinger
  • Sanssouci
  • Sanssouci Park
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Get ready to experience some of the most famous attractions in the area!

One of the best places to visit in the city of Dresden is the amazing Church of Our Lady. This attraction is a church building and is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 29,743 visitors.

You could also go sightseeing at the incredible Zwinger. This palace and travel destination has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 49,025 visitors.

Joining a top-rated tour in Dresden 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 Sanssouci for some sightseeing. This popular attraction is a palace and has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 24,562 visitors.

Another unforgettable travel destination is the outstanding Sanssouci Park. Rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 32,576 visitors, this park deserves a spot on travelers' bucket lists.

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

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Dreh-Restaurant Sphere im Berliner Fernsehturm, 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.

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.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Restaurant Maximilians Berlin. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 6,853 customers.

Alternatively, BrewDog Berlin Mitte is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Berlin. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 3,557 customers.

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

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Day 4 – Berlin

Day 4

Day 4 – Berlin

  • Berlin
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Drive 18 km, 1 hour 10 min

  • Brandenburg Gate
  • Memorial to the Murdered Jews of Europe
  • Potsdamer Platz
  • Berlin Zoological Garden
  • Charlottenburg Palace
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On day 4 of your road trip across Germany, you’ll have the perfect day exploring the wonderful city of Berlin. You’ll stay in Berlin for 2 nights, meaning you have plenty of time to discover the best things to see and do in the area.

We recommend you stay at the IntercityHotel Berlin Hauptbahnhof, one of the best 4-star hotels in the city of Berlin. This hotel has an average rating of 4 out of 5 stars by 14,378 guests.

The best luxury hotel option in the city of Berlin is the 5-star Steigenberger Hotel Am Kanzleramt. The hotel is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 7,317 guests.

One of the best hotels we recommend in the city of Berlin is the 3-star Motel One Berlin-Alexanderplatz. This 3-star hotel has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 11,738 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 Brandenburg Gate. This attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 160,469 visitors.

Memorial to the Murdered Jews of Europe is another popular attraction you could visit in the city of Berlin. This incredible attraction is a holocaust memorial and has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 45,023 visitors.

One of the best attractions you could visit in the city of Berlin is the extraordinary Potsdamer Platz. This square is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars in 59,527 reviews.

As the day moves along, one attraction you’ll probably want to visit is the incredible Charlottenburg Palace. Around 25,430 visitors have given this château an average rating of 4.5 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.

Locals recommend Zur Gerichtslaube, 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 2,868 customers.

Alternatively, you could choose another of the most popular bars in the city of Berlin, KASCHK by BRLO. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,635 customers.

Alt-Berliner Gasthaus Julchen Hoppe is also one of the best bars in the city of Berlin. This bar is rated an average 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.

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Day 5 – Berlin

Day 5

Day 5 – Berlin

  • Berlin
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Drive 18 km, 1 hour 13 min

  • Treptower Park
  • East Side Gallery
  • Alexanderplatz
  • Berlin Cathedral
  • Pergamon Museum
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Day 5 of your road trip will take you to the best attractions Berlin has to offer. Cherish the 1 night 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 Treptower Park. This attraction is a park and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 21,633 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations in Berlin is the spectacular Alexanderplatz. This attraction is a square and is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 210,891 visitors.

You could then travel to the amazing Berlin Cathedral. This lutheran cathedral has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 35,783 visitors.

Pergamon Museum is another stop you might want to add to your itinerary. This art museum is a popular destination among visitors in Berlin. Rated at an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 29,276 visitors, it’s one many travelers find worthy a visit. In one single year, this attraction usually gets more than 1,298,000 visitors.

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 Nante-Eck | Restaurant Berlin Mitte, 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 4.3 out of 5 stars by 3,263 customers.

When you’ve finished your meal, Gaffel Haus Berlin - Kölsches Konsulat 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 1,365 customers.

Mikkeller Berlin is another of the most popular bars in the city of Berlin. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,202 customers.

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

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Day 6 – Berlin and Leipzig

Day 6

Day 6 – Berlin and Leipzig

  • Berlin
  • Leipzig
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Drive 199 km, 2 hours 57 min

  • Checkpoint Charlie
  • Topography of Terror
  • Berlin Wall Memorial
  • Großer Tiergarten
  • Siegessäule
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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 Berlin. Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Leipzig. You’ll stay in Leipzig 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 Checkpoint Charlie. This much-appreciated top-tier point of interest and attraction is rated 4.1 out of 5 stars by 81,962 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Topography of Terror. This military museum and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 36,144 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Berlin Wall Memorial to make the most of your road trip across Germany. The spectacular Berlin Wall Memorial is a museum that has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 40,682 visitors.

The lovely Großer Tiergarten is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 23,234 visitors have left this park average ratings of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

If you feel like visiting another type of sight or don’t want to jump into the car quite yet, spend some time at the spectacular Siegessäule. This attraction is a victory column rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars in 25,973 reviews.

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 Leipzig. Leipzig 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 Alfa Restaurant. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 1,641 reviews.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Leipzig, the fantastic Dhillons Irish Bar & Grill. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,583 customers.

To end your night the best way possible, we recommend going to the wonderful Kildare City Pub. This bar offers a great variety of drinks and has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,059 customers.

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in Germany!

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Day 7 – Leipzig - departure day

Day 7

Day 7 – Leipzig - departure day

  • Leipzig - Departure day
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  • Mendebrunnen
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Day 7 of your road trip in Germany is your departure day. This is your chance to catch one last glimpse of Leipzig 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.

Mendebrunnen is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Leipzig. This well and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 758 visitors.

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

You could then enjoy your last meal in the city of Leipzig at Wenzel Leipzig before you travel home. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,410 customers.

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

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