One-Week Germany Road Trip from Nuremberg to Chemnitz, Berlin, and Leipzig

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

Nuremberg has many popular destinations you can explore. You could visit attractions like the incredible Handwerkerhof Nuremberg. This attraction is a courtyard and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 5,280 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.

Nuremberg also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of Nuremberg is Finnegan's Harp Irish Pub. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,140 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 Nuremberg. Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Chemnitz. You’ll stay in Chemnitz for 1 night. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of Nuremberg’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of Nuremberg, start your day with a visit to the amazing Nuremberg Castle. This much-appreciated castle and attraction is rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 36,364 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Nazi party rally grounds. This building complex and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 5,313 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Documentation Center Nazi Party Rally Grounds to make the most of your road trip across Germany. The spectacular Documentation Center Nazi Party Rally Grounds is a military museum that has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 15,510 visitors.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Nuremberg has to offer, you'll be ready to hit the open road and continue your unforgettable road trip towards the city of Chemnitz. Chemnitz 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 Larry's Irish Pub. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.5 out of 5 stars in 268 reviews.

The remarkable Gewölberestaurant im Schlosshotel Klaffenbach is another top restaurant in Chemnitz we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 215 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Chemnitz, the fantastic City Pub Chemnitz. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 575 customers.

To end your night the best way possible, we recommend going to the wonderful Imagine Pub. This bar offers a great variety of drinks and has been rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 288 customers.

Another bar with a great atmosphere is WOODS Bar Chemnitz. This bar is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 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 3 of your road trip in Germany. Today, you'll wake up in Chemnitz 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 Chemnitz and Dresden 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 Chemnitz. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful Water castle Klaffenbach. This attraction is a water castle that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 3,963 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible Chemnitz Zoo. This attraction, a beloved zoo, has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars from 4,766 visitors.

If you have time, another site you could explore in Chemnitz is the stunning Karl Marx Monument. This sculpture and travel destination has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,950 visitors.

Wave goodbye to Dresden 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 Dresden has to offer.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable Zwinger. This attraction is a palace that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 49,025 visitors.

If you want to explore more, visit the incredible Church of Our Lady. This church building and attraction has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 29,743 reviews.

Another site you could visit today is the top-rated Brühl's Terrace. This tourist attraction and travel destination is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 12,513 visitors.

The lovely The Grand Garden of Dresden is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 14,683 visitors have left this park an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

When you're done with your sightseeing in Dresden, it's time to continue your drive to the city of Berlin. When you arrive in Berlin 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 Dreh-Restaurant Sphere im Berliner Fernsehturm. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 4,375 customers.

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 14,378 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 Potsdamer Platz. This attraction has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 59,527 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.

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 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 Checkpoint Charlie. This attraction is a best-rated sightseeing destination and is rated an average of 4.1 out of 5 stars by 81,962 visitors.

You could then travel to the amazing Topography of Terror. This military museum has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 36,144 visitors.

Berlin Wall Memorial is another stop you might want to add to your itinerary. This museum is a popular destination among visitors in Berlin. Rated at an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 40,682 visitors, it’s one many travelers find worthy a visit.

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!

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 Leipzig. You will stay in Leipzig 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 Brandenburg Gate. This attraction is a triumphal arch that is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 160,469 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible park, Großer Tiergarten. With an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 23,234 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 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 Leipzig, where you will access the best hotels and places to stay.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Auerbachs Keller, one of the best restaurants in the city of Leipzig. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 5,899 customers.

After dinner, visit HANS IM GLÜCK - LEIPZIG Augustusplatz, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Leipzig. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 6,088 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 Leipzig. Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Nuremberg. You’ll stay in Nuremberg for 1 night. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of Leipzig’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of Leipzig, start your day with a visit to the amazing Marktplatz Leipzig. This much-appreciated must-see tourist destination and attraction is rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 19,188 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating St. Nicholas Church. This church building and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 4,842 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular St. Thomas Church to make the most of your road trip across Germany. The spectacular St. Thomas Church is a church building that has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 4,140 visitors.

The lovely Monument to the Battle of the Nations is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 23,059 visitors have left this heritage site average ratings of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Leipzig has to offer, you'll be ready to hit the open road and continue your unforgettable road trip towards the city of Nuremberg. Nuremberg 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 Delphi. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.6 out of 5 stars in 1,911 reviews.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Nuremberg, the fantastic Australian Bar & Kitchen. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,629 customers.

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 Nuremberg 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.

Schöner Brunnen is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Nuremberg. This well and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 8,230 visitors.

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

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