9-Day Germany road trip from Berlin to Hamburg, Hanover, and Leipzig

Your road trip adventure in Germany begins as soon as you reach the incredible city of Berlin. You’ll stay in Berlin for 4 nights, experiencing all the best things to do and see in the city.

Berlin has many popular destinations you can explore. You could visit attractions like the incredible Brandenburg Gate. This attraction is a triumphal arch and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 160,469 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 Berlin, Dreh-Restaurant Sphere im Berliner Fernsehturm. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 4,375 customers.

Berlin also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of Berlin is LIMONADIER Cocktailbar. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 902 customers.

Another of the best bars in the city of Berlin is Restaurant Maximilians Berlin. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 6,853 customers.

Locals also enjoy BrewDog Berlin Mitte. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 3,557 customers.

Enjoy toasting the start of your 9-day vacation in Germany!

Day 2 of your road trip will take you to the best attractions Berlin has to offer. Cherish the 3 nights 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.

When you’ve finished your meal, Zur Gerichtslaube 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 2,868 customers.

KASCHK by BRLO is another of the most popular bars in the city of Berlin. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,635 customers.

Alternatively, a great bar that locals enjoy in the city of Berlin is Alt-Berliner Gasthaus Julchen Hoppe. Alt-Berliner Gasthaus Julchen Hoppe has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,661 customers.

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

Day 3 of your road trip across Germany is another day in the magnificent Berlin. You now have 2 nights left in Berlin. Take the opportunity to experience more of the best attractions and activities in the city.

Berlin offers plenty for you to see and do, and your hotel will be conveniently located near several of the area's best attractions.

One of the best travel destinations you can travel to in the city of Berlin is the stunning Checkpoint Charlie. This has an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars by 81,962 visitors.

You could also spend some time visiting the spectacular Topography of Terror in the city of Berlin. This attraction is a military museum and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 36,144 visitors.

Another attraction you could visit in the city of Berlin is the incredible Kaiser-Wilhelm-Gedächtniskirche. This attraction is a church building and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 21,221 visitors.

Today you’ll also have the opportunity to take part in a popular tour. You’ll be excited to learn that there are plenty of options for top-rated tours and activities in Berlin you could sign up for on this day of your vacation. Choose among the best tours before or after booking.

When it’s time to eat, the city of Berlin has restaurants and bars to fit all budgets.

We recommend you try one of the best restaurants in the city of Berlin, Nante-Eck | Restaurant Berlin Mitte. The restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 3,263 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you get a drink at one of the best bars in the city of Berlin, Gaffel Haus Berlin - Kölsches Konsulat. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,365 customers.

For one of the best bar experiences that locals enjoy in the city of Berlin, we recommend the cocktails at Mikkeller Berlin. This bar has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,202 customers.

Toast to another amazing day in the city of Berlin!

Day 4 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 2 nights. 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 Berlin Wall Memorial. This attraction is a museum that is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 40,682 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 Großer Tiergarten is another popular attraction you can visit today. This fascinating park and attraction has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 23,234 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.

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!

On day 5 of your road trip across Germany, you’ll have the perfect day exploring the wonderful city of Hamburg. You’ll stay in Hamburg 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 Holiday Inn Hamburg - Berliner Tor, one of the best 4-star hotels in the city of Hamburg. This hotel has an average rating of 4 out of 5 stars by 10,801 guests.

The best luxury hotel option in the city of Hamburg is the 5-star HYPERION Hotel Hamburg. The hotel is rated an average of 4.1 out of 5 stars by 12,777 guests.

One of the best hotels we recommend in the city of Hamburg is the 3-star Prizeotel Hamburg St Pauli. This 3-star hotel has an average rating of 4 out of 5 stars by 14,737 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 like the outstanding Elbe Philharmonic Hall. This attraction has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 76,719 visitors.

Miniatur Wunderland is another popular attraction you could visit. This incredible attraction is a museum and has been rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 86,083 visitors.

One of the best attractions you could visit is the extraordinary Hamburg Dungeon. This museum is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars in 12,471 reviews.

As the day moves along, one attraction you’ll probably want to visit is the incredible St. Michael's Church. Around 19,893 visitors have given this church an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Today you'll also have the opportunity to spend some time at the fantastic Planten un Blomen. Planten un Blomen is a popular park, rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 21,777 travelers.

Come to Hamburg 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 Hamburg.

After a day of exploring, try one of the best restaurants in the city of Hamburg.

We recommend you eat at a delicious restaurant that locals enjoy, like Heimathafen, after your day of exploring the city of Hamburg. This excellent restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 3,912 customers.

Locals recommend NAGEL Restaurant und Kneipe, one of the best bars in the city of Hamburg, for a refreshing evening drink to finish your day. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,360 customers.

It's a perfect place to relax and enjoy another amazing evening in 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 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 Townhall. This much-appreciated city hall and attraction is rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 5,142 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 Stadtpark is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 20,328 visitors have left this best-rated sightseeing destination average ratings of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

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.

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 Hanover and embark on a scenic drive to Leipzig, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 1 night. 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 must-see tourist 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.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable Hexentanzplatz. This attraction is a plateau that has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars from 15,378 visitors.

We recommend you end the day with a dinner at a popular restaurant near your accommodation, like Auerbachs Keller. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 5,899 customers.

After dinner, visit HANS IM GLÜCK - LEIPZIG Augustusplatz to enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in Leipzig, with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 6,088 customers.

This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation.

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!

Rise and shine on day 8 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 1 night. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Leipzig 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 Leipzig. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful Monument to the Battle of the Nations. This attraction is a heritage site that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 23,059 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible Marktplatz Leipzig. This attraction, a beloved best-rated sightseeing destination, has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 19,188 visitors.

If you have time, another site you could explore in Leipzig is the stunning Leipzig Panometer. This building and travel destination has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 7,513 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 The Grand Garden of Dresden. This attraction is a park that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 14,683 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 Semperoper. This opera house and travel destination is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 13,463 visitors.

The lovely Zwinger is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 49,025 visitors have left this palace 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.

After dinner, visit Hauptstadtrestaurant Gendarmerie to enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in Berlin, with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,228 customers.

This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation.

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 9 of your road trip in Germany is your departure day. This is your chance to catch one last glimpse of Berlin 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.

Memorial to the Murdered Jews of Europe is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Berlin. This holocaust memorial and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 45,023 visitors.

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

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