9-Day 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, Craftbeer Corner Coeln. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,165 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Cologne is Gruber's. This restaurant is rated an average 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 9-day vacation in Germany!

Day 2 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 Cologne and end it at a top-rated hotel in the city of Hanover. You will stay in Hanover for 1 night. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

One of the best places to visit today in Cologne is the amazing Cologne Chocolate Museum. This attraction is a museum that is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 36,145 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible catholic cathedral, Cologne Cathedral. With an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 68,667 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area. In fact, Cologne Cathedral welcomes around 5,000,000 yearly visitors.

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

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

As you rise to greet the dawn on day 3 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 Berlin. You’ll stay in Berlin for 3 nights. 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 Market Church. This much-appreciated church building and attraction is rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 3,589 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Markthalle Hannover. This top-tier point of interest and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 8,854 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.

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 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 Dreh-Restaurant Sphere im Berliner Fernsehturm. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.4 out of 5 stars in 4,375 reviews.

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 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 Siegessäule. This attraction has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 25,973 visitors.

Großer Tiergarten is another popular attraction you could visit in the city of Berlin. This incredible attraction is a park and has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 23,234 visitors.

One of the best attractions you could visit in the city of Berlin is the extraordinary Brandenburg Gate. This triumphal arch is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 160,469 reviews.

As the day moves along, one attraction you’ll probably want to visit is the incredible Memorial to the Murdered Jews of Europe. Around 45,023 visitors have given this holocaust memorial an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

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 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.

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 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 Checkpoint Charlie. This attraction is a top-tier point of interest that is rated an average of 4.1 out of 5 stars by 81,962 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible military museum, Topography of Terror. With an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 36,144 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Berlin is the outstanding Potsdamer Platz. This popular square and travel destination has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 59,527 visitors.

The spectacular Berlin Wall Memorial is another popular attraction you can visit today. This fascinating museum and attraction has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 40,682 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!

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 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 must-see tourist destination 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 Altes Gasthaus Leve is another top restaurant in Muenster we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and 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 8 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 Essen 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 Botanical Garden of the Westphalian Wilhelm University of Münster. This attraction is a park that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 3,644 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible LWL Museum of Natural History with Planetarium. This attraction, a beloved museum, has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 3,522 visitors.

If you have time, another site you could explore in Münster is the stunning Schlossplatz. This park and travel destination has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 3,344 visitors.

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 Essen has to offer.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable Red dot design museum. This attraction is a design museum that has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 1,751 visitors.

If you want to explore more, visit the incredible Shaft XII. This must-see tourist destination and attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 2,299 reviews.

Another site you could visit today is the top-rated UNESCO-Welterbe Zollverein. This museum and travel destination is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 20,630 visitors.

The lovely LaserZone LaserTag Essen West - Borbeck is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 7,674 visitors have left this top-tier point of interest an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars.

Lastly, if you still got energy, the wonderful Hügel Park is also a worthwhile attraction you can visit in Essen. This point of interest is a park rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars in 2,519 reviews.

When you're done with your sightseeing in Essen, 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 Servus Colonia Alpina. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 2,757 customers.

Locals also recommend The Little Steakhouse, another of the best restaurants in Cologne. The Little Steakhouse is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,631 customers.

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 Jameson Pub Cologne. This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation. Jameson Pub Cologne has an average rating 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 9 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’ll then say farewell to Cologne. We wish you a pleasant journey home, with many wonderful memories of your unforgettable vacation in Germany!