One-Week Germany Road Trip from Cologne to Hanover, Berlin, Hamburg, and Muenster

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

Cologne has many popular destinations you can explore. You could visit attractions like the incredible Old Market. This attraction is a best-rated sightseeing destination and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 12,654 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 Cologne, Bei Oma Kleinmann. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 3,597 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Cologne is Craftbeer Corner Coeln. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,165 customers.

Locals recommend Gruber's as one of the best restaurants in the city of Cologne. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 625 customers.

Cologne also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of Cologne is Toddy Tapper. This bar has an average rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars by 590 customers.

Another of the best bars in the city of Cologne is Gaffel am Dom I Kölsches Brauhaus und Wirtshaus I Brauhaus Köln. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 6,484 customers.

Locals also enjoy Gilden im Zims. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 5,823 customers.

Enjoy toasting the start of your 8-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 Cologne. Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Hanover. You’ll stay in Hanover for 1 night. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of Cologne’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of Cologne, start your day with a visit to the amazing Cologne Chocolate Museum. This much-appreciated museum and attraction is rated 4.3 out of 5 stars by 36,145 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Cologne Cathedral. This catholic cathedral and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 68,667 visitors. As one of the top places to visit in the city, the incredible Cologne Cathedral welcomes 5,000,000 visitors annually.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Cologne Zoological Garden to make the most of your road trip across Germany. The spectacular Cologne Zoological Garden is a zoo that has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 29,743 visitors.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Cologne has to offer, you'll be ready to hit the open road and continue your unforgettable road trip towards the city of Hanover. Hanover 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 Meteora. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 2,756 reviews.

The remarkable Al-dar is another top restaurant in Hanover we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,837 customers.

If you would rather go somewhere else, the famous Pier 51 Restaurant is also an excellent choice. This well-loved restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 3,154 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Hanover, the fantastic Beef and Reef. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 816 customers.

To end your night the best way possible, we recommend going to the wonderful Bavarium Hannover. This bar offers a great variety of drinks and has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 4,434 customers.

Another bar with a great atmosphere is Dublin Inn. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,742 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 Hanover and embark on a scenic drive to Berlin, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 2 nights. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Hanover 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 Hanover. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful Markthalle Hannover. This attraction is a best-rated sightseeing destination that has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 8,854 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible Herrenhausen Gardens. This attraction, a beloved park, has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 15,891 visitors.

If you have time, another site you could explore in Hanover is the stunning Hanover Zoo. This zoo and travel destination has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 26,506 visitors.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable Cathedral of Magdeburg. This attraction is a cathedral that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 5,894 visitors.

We recommend you end the day with a dinner at a popular restaurant near your accommodation, like A Mano. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 3,451 customers.

Locals also recommend Restaurant Trattoria Portofino, another of the best restaurants in Berlin. Restaurant Trattoria Portofino is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 2,371 customers.

If you feel like having something else, check out the menu at Dreh-Restaurant Sphere im Berliner Fernsehturm. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 4,375 customers and is a great place to enjoy a lovely meal.

After dinner, visit LIMONADIER Cocktailbar to enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in Berlin, with an average rating 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 is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation. Restaurant Maximilians Berlin has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 6,853 customers.

BrewDog Berlin Mitte 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 3,557 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 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 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 14,929 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 7,531 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 Berlin Wall Memorial. This attraction has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 40,682 visitors.

Potsdamer Platz 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 4.4 out of 5 stars by 59,527 visitors.

One of the best attractions you could visit in the city of Berlin is the extraordinary Topography of Terror. This military museum is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars in 36,144 reviews.

As the day moves along, one attraction you’ll probably want to visit is the incredible Checkpoint Charlie. Around 81,962 visitors have given this top-tier point of interest an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars.

Today you'll also have the opportunity to spend some time at the fantastic East Side Gallery. East Side Gallery is a popular art museum, rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 53,098 travelers.

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 YOSOY TAPAS BERLIN, after your day of exploring the city of Berlin. This excellent restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 3,116 customers.

NENI Berlin is another of the best restaurants in the city of Berlin. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 3,628 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Berlin is Delhi 6 Restaurant - Berlin. The restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,923 customers.

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.

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

One of the best places to visit today in Berlin is the amazing Alexanderplatz. This attraction is a square that is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 210,891 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible holocaust memorial, Memorial to the Murdered Jews of Europe. With an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 45,023 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Berlin is the outstanding Brandenburg Gate. This popular triumphal arch and travel destination has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 160,469 visitors.

The spectacular Siegessäule is another popular attraction you can visit today. This fascinating victory column and attraction has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 25,973 visitors.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic Berlin Zoological Garden. This attraction is a popular zoo that has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 62,430 visitors.

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

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

Locals also 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 Brücke 10. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 7,069 customers.

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

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like The Chug Club. This bar has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 734 customers.

Alternatively, Skyline Bar 20up is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Hamburg. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,995 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 Hamburg. Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Muenster. You’ll stay in Muenster for 1 night. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of Hamburg’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of Hamburg, start your day with a visit to the amazing Planten un Blomen. This much-appreciated park and attraction is rated 4.8 out of 5 stars by 21,777 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Elbe Tunnel. This road tunnel and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 34,402 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular St. Pauli Piers to make the most of your road trip across Germany. The spectacular St. Pauli Piers is a top-tier point of interest that has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 17,228 visitors.

The lovely Elbe Philharmonic Hall is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 76,719 visitors have left this concert hall 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 Miniatur Wunderland. This attraction is a museum rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars in 86,083 reviews.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Hamburg has to offer, you'll be ready to hit the open road and continue your unforgettable road trip towards the city of Muenster. Muenster 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 Namaste | Indisches 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 662 reviews.

The remarkable Restaurant Ackermann is another top restaurant in Muenster we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 631 customers.

If you would rather go somewhere else, the famous Altes Gasthaus Leve is also an excellent choice. This well-loved restaurant is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,404 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Muenster, the fantastic HANS IM GLÜCK - MÜNSTER Altstadt. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 3,397 customers.

To end your night the best way possible, we recommend going to the wonderful Gasthaus & Gaststätte Stuhlmacher. This bar offers a great variety of drinks and has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,560 customers.

Another bar with a great atmosphere is Cavete Muenster. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,284 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 7 of your road trip in Germany. Today, you'll wake up in Münster and embark on a scenic drive to Cologne, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 1 night. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Münster and Werden 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 Münster. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful UNESCO-Welterbe Zollverein. This attraction is a museum that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 20,630 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible kokerei zollverein. This attraction, a beloved coke plant, has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 2,062 visitors.

If you have time, another site you could explore in Münster is the stunning LaserZone LaserTag Essen West - Borbeck. This best-rated sightseeing destination and travel destination has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 7,674 visitors.

Next, you could make your way to the best-rated villa in Münster. The popular Villa Hügel is a great place to visit on this day of your road trip adventure. Rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 3,812 visitors, it’s one of the most popular places to see in the city.

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 Hügel Park. This attraction is a park rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars in 2,519 reviews.

Wave goodbye to Essen 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 city of Werden has to offer.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable Villa Hügel. This attraction is a villa that has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 3,812 visitors.

If you want to explore more, visit the incredible Hügel Park. This park and attraction has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 2,519 reviews.

When you're done with your sightseeing in Werden, it's time to continue your drive to the city of Cologne. When you arrive in Cologne 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 Mongo's Restaurant Köln. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 3,294 customers.

Locals also recommend Servus Colonia Alpina, another of the best restaurants in Cologne. Servus Colonia Alpina is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,757 customers.

If you feel like having something else, check out the menu at The Little Steakhouse. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,631 customers and is a great place to enjoy a lovely meal.

After dinner, visit Gaststätte Lommerzheim to enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in Cologne, with an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 3,487 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Funkhaus Cafe-Bar-Restaurant. This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation. Funkhaus Cafe-Bar-Restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 4,282 customers.

Jameson Pub Cologne is another bar locals often recommend. This bar offers a great variety of snacks and drinks and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 3,308 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!

Day 8 of your road trip in Germany is your departure day. This is your chance to catch one last glimpse of Cologne 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.

Rheinpark is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Cologne. This park and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 6,259 visitors.

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

You could then enjoy your last meal in the city of Cologne at Hommage Café before you travel home. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,630 customers.

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