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

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

Hanover has many popular destinations you can explore. You could visit attractions like the incredible Masch Park. This attraction is a park and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 3,338 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 Hanover, Meteora. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 2,756 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Hanover is Al-dar. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,837 customers.

Locals recommend Pier 51 Restaurant as one of the best restaurants in the city of Hanover. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 3,154 customers.

Hanover also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of Hanover is Beef and Reef. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 816 customers.

Another of the best bars in the city of Hanover is Bavarium Hannover. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 4,434 customers.

Locals also enjoy Dublin Inn. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,742 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 Hanover. 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 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 Markthalle Hannover. This much-appreciated must-see tourist destination and attraction is rated 4.3 out of 5 stars by 8,854 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating SEA LIFE Hannover. This aquarium and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4 out of 5 stars from 8,369 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Herrenhausen Gardens to make the most of your road trip across Germany. The spectacular Herrenhausen Gardens is a park that has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 15,891 visitors.

The lovely Hanover Zoo is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 26,506 visitors have left this zoo average ratings of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

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 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 Sakura Kaiten. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 879 reviews.

The remarkable Auerbachs Keller is another top restaurant in Leipzig we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 5,899 customers.

If you would rather go somewhere else, the famous L'Osteria Leipzig is also an excellent choice. This well-loved restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 4,793 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Leipzig, the fantastic HANS IM GLÜCK - LEIPZIG Augustusplatz. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 6,088 customers.

To end your night the best way possible, we recommend going to the wonderful Ratskeller der Stadt Leipzig GmbH. This bar offers a great variety of drinks and has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 4,540 customers.

Another bar with a great atmosphere is Restaurant Cafe Madrid. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 3,681 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 Leipzig and embark on a scenic drive to Berlin, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 3 nights. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Leipzig 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 Leipzig. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful Church of Our Lady. This attraction is a church building that has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 29,743 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible Brühl's Terrace. This attraction, a beloved tourist attraction, has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 12,513 visitors.

If you have time, another site you could explore in Leipzig is the stunning Semperoper. This opera house and travel destination has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 13,463 visitors.

Next, you could make your way to the best-rated palace in Leipzig. The popular Zwinger is a great place to visit on this day of your road trip adventure. Rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 49,025 visitors, it’s one of the most popular places to see in the city.

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 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 Topography of Terror. This attraction has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 36,144 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 Memorial to the Murdered Jews of Europe. This holocaust memorial is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars in 45,023 reviews.

As the day moves along, one attraction you’ll probably want to visit is the incredible Brandenburg Gate. Around 160,469 visitors have given this triumphal arch an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Today you'll also have the opportunity to spend some time at the fantastic Berlin Wall Memorial. Berlin Wall Memorial is a popular museum, rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 40,682 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 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 Checkpoint Charlie. This attraction is a best-rated sightseeing destination and has an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars by 81,962 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations in Berlin, which gets around 1,298,000 annual visits, is the spectacular Pergamon Museum. This attraction is an art museum and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 29,276 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.

Alexanderplatz is another stop you might want to add to your itinerary. This square is a popular destination among visitors in Berlin. Rated at an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 210,891 visitors, it’s one many travelers find worthy a visit.

If you’re interested in seeing something outstanding today, then consider East Side Gallery. East Side Gallery is an art museum and popular attraction in Berlin. More than 53,098 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 6 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 victory column, Siegessäule. With an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 25,973 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Berlin is the outstanding Berlin Zoological Garden. This popular zoo and travel destination has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 62,430 visitors.

The spectacular Charlottenburg Palace is another popular attraction you can visit today. This fascinating château and attraction 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 7 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 Hanover. You’ll stay in Hanover 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 Miniatur Wunderland. This much-appreciated museum and attraction is rated 4.8 out of 5 stars by 86,083 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Elbe Philharmonic Hall. This concert hall and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 76,719 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular St. Michael's Church to make the most of your road trip across Germany. The spectacular St. Michael's Church is a church that has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 19,893 visitors.

The lovely Elbe Tunnel is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 34,402 visitors have left this road tunnel average ratings of 4.7 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 Planten un Blomen. This attraction is a park rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars in 21,777 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 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 BLOCK HOUSE Am Aegi. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.4 out of 5 stars in 2,797 reviews.

The remarkable Broyhan Haus is another top restaurant in Hanover we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,679 customers.

If you would rather go somewhere else, the famous BLOCK HOUSE Am Thielenplatz is also an excellent choice. This well-loved restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,505 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Hanover, the fantastic Teestübchen Café & Teehandel. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,361 customers.

To end your night the best way possible, we recommend going to the wonderful 6 Sinne Sky Bar and Restaurant. This bar offers a great variety of drinks and has been rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,028 customers.

Another bar with a great atmosphere is Cafe Mezzo. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,998 customers, so don’t forget to check this one out as well!

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in Germany!

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

Opernplatz is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Hanover. This square and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 593 visitors.

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

You could then enjoy your last meal in the city of Hanover at Ristorante Tesoro before you travel home. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,174 customers.

Alternatively, we also recommend Masa Restaurant for your last chance at a meal in the city of Hanover. The Masa Restaurant restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 929 customers.

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