One-Week Germany Road Trip from Dresden to Berlin, Hamburg, and Magdeburg

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 14,683 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, Kutscherschänke - Uriges Wirtshaus. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 6,669 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Dresden is Schwerelos – Das Achterbahn-Restaurant. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 7,313 customers.

Locals recommend Sophienkeller im Taschenbergpalais as one of the best restaurants in the city of Dresden. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 4,294 customers.

Dresden also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of Dresden is Lloyd’s Café & Bar. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,382 customers.

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

Locals also enjoy Restaurant Carolaschlösschen Dresden. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 4,533 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 Dresden. Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Berlin. You’ll stay in Berlin for 3 nights. 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 Church of Our Lady. This much-appreciated church building and attraction is rated 4.8 out of 5 stars by 29,743 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Brühl's Terrace. This tourist attraction and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 12,513 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Zwinger to make the most of your road trip across Germany. The spectacular Zwinger is a palace that has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 49,025 visitors.

The lovely Semperoper is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 13,463 visitors have left this opera house average ratings of 4.8 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 Golden Rider. This attraction is a monument rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars in 10,991 reviews.

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 Berlin. Berlin 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 A Mano. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 3,451 reviews.

The remarkable Restaurant Trattoria Portofino is another top restaurant in Berlin we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 2,371 customers.

If you would rather go somewhere else, the famous Dreh-Restaurant Sphere im Berliner Fernsehturm is also an excellent choice. This well-loved restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 4,375 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Berlin, the fantastic LIMONADIER Cocktailbar. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 902 customers.

To end your night the best way possible, we recommend going to the wonderful Restaurant Maximilians Berlin. This bar offers a great variety of drinks and has been rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 6,853 customers.

Another bar with a great atmosphere is BrewDog Berlin Mitte. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 3,557 customers, so don’t forget to check this one out as well!

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in 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 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 14,929 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 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 Pergamon Museum. This art museum gets more than 1,298,000 visitors on an annual basis and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars in 29,276 reviews.

As the day moves along, one attraction you’ll probably want to visit is the incredible Berlin Cathedral. Around 35,783 visitors have given this lutheran cathedral an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

Today you'll also have the opportunity to spend some time at the fantastic Alexanderplatz. Alexanderplatz is a popular square, rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 210,891 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 4 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 East Side Gallery. This attraction is an art museum and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 53,098 visitors.

You could then travel to the amazing Checkpoint Charlie. This must-see tourist destination has an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars by 81,962 visitors.

Topography of Terror is another stop you might want to add to your itinerary. This military museum is a popular destination among visitors in Berlin. Rated at an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 36,144 visitors, it’s one many travelers find worthy a visit.

If you’re interested in seeing something outstanding today, then consider Berlin Wall Memorial. Berlin Wall Memorial is a museum and popular attraction in Berlin. More than 40,682 visitors have rated this place an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

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 Café Anna Blume, 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 3,328 customers.

Alternatively, another of the top restaurants in the city of Berlin is the popular Nante-Eck | Restaurant Berlin Mitte. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 3,263 customers.

Another great restaurant we recommend in the city of Berlin is Alt-Berliner Wirtshaus. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 3,238 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.

Alternatively, a great bar that locals enjoy in the city of Berlin is Train Cocktailbar. Train Cocktailbar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,196 customers.

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

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 Großer Tiergarten. This attraction is a park that is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 23,234 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible square, Potsdamer Platz. With an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 59,527 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Berlin is the outstanding Siegessäule. This popular victory column and travel destination has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 25,973 visitors.

The spectacular Berlin Zoological Garden is another popular attraction you can visit today. This fascinating zoo and attraction has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 62,430 visitors.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic Charlottenburg Palace. This attraction is a popular château that has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 25,430 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 Magdeburg. You’ll stay in Magdeburg 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 St. Pauli Piers. This best-rated sightseeing destination and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 17,228 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Elbe Tunnel to make the most of your road trip across Germany. The spectacular Elbe Tunnel is a road tunnel that has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 34,402 visitors.

The lovely Miniatur Wunderland is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 86,083 visitors have left this museum average ratings of 4.8 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 Elbe Philharmonic Hall. This attraction is a concert hall rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars in 76,719 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 Magdeburg. Magdeburg 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 Sen Viet BBQ & Soup. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 669 reviews.

The remarkable La Bodega Magdeburg is another top restaurant in Magdeburg we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,962 customers.

If you would rather go somewhere else, the famous Wenzel Magdeburg is also an excellent choice. This well-loved restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,106 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Magdeburg, the fantastic BERNER & BROWN - Tapas • Bar • Cavaria • Restaurant. This bar has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 668 customers.

To end your night the best way possible, we recommend going to the wonderful Datsche. This bar offers a great variety of drinks and has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 718 customers.

Another bar with a great atmosphere is ALEX Magdeburg. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 4,971 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 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 Magdeburg 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 Magdeburg is the amazing Cathedral of Magdeburg. This attraction is a cathedral that is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 5,894 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible best-rated sightseeing destination, Elbtreppen Magdeburg. With an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 850 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Magdeburg is the outstanding Rotehorn Park. This popular park and travel destination has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,825 visitors.

The spectacular Zoologischer Garten Magdeburg is another popular attraction you can visit today. This fascinating zoo and attraction has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 10,178 visitors.

You can make the most of your new day in Magdeburg 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 a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Pulverturm, one of the best restaurants in the city of Dresden. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 3,763 customers.

Locals also recommend L'Osteria as one of the best restaurants in the city of Dresden. L'Osteria is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 4,368 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Dresden is Wilma Wunder Dresden. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 3,474 customers.

After dinner, visit Bräuhaus am Waldschlösschen, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Dresden. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 4,289 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Watzke am Goldenen Reiter. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 3,871 customers.

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

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

Day 8 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 1,959 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 Bakery Wippler GmbH before you travel home. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,629 customers.

Alternatively, we also recommend Luisenhof, Dresden for your last chance at a meal in the city of Dresden. The Luisenhof, Dresden restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,856 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!