9-Day Germany road trip from Dortmund to Brunswick, Berlin, Hamburg, and Munster

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

Dortmund has many popular destinations you can explore. You could visit attractions like the incredible Hörde. This attraction is an ortsteil and has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 693 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 Dortmund, Restaurant Namu. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 892 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Dortmund is 60 Seconds to Napoli. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 4,208 customers.

Locals recommend Zum Alten Markt as one of the best restaurants in the city of Dortmund. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 4,074 customers.

Dortmund also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of Dortmund is Strobels Dortmund. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,913 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 Dortmund and end it at a top-rated hotel in the city of Brunswick. You will stay in Brunswick for 1 night. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

One of the best places to visit today in Dortmund is the amazing German Football Museum. This attraction is a sport museum that is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 6,266 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible memorial, Steinwache. With an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 236 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Dortmund is the outstanding Rombergpark Botanical Garden. This popular top-tier point of interest and travel destination has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 6,382 visitors.

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

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Steak House El Gaucho Inh. Eduard Varga, one of the best restaurants in the city of Brunswick. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,447 customers.

Locals also recommend Hanayuki Sushi Restaurant as one of the best restaurants in the city of Brunswick. Hanayuki Sushi Restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 722 customers.

After dinner, visit Soldekk, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Brunswick. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,308 customers.

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

Rise and shine on day 3 of your road trip in Germany. Today, you'll wake up in Brunswick 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 Brunswick and Brandenburg 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 Brunswick. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful Brunswick Palace. This attraction is a château that has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 6,653 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible ZOO BRAUNSCHWEIG "Noah's Ark" Uwe Wilhelm GmbH. This attraction, a beloved zoo, has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 5,044 visitors.

If you have time, another site you could explore in Brunswick is the stunning Bürger Park. This park and travel destination has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 3,591 visitors.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable Neues Palais in Potsdam. This attraction is a palace that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 9,001 visitors.

If you want to explore more, visit the incredible Sanssouci Park. This park and attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 32,576 reviews.

Another site you could visit today is the top-rated Sanssouci. This palace and travel destination is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 24,562 visitors.

The lovely Brandenburg Gate is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 14,587 visitors have left this triumphal arch an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

When you're done with your sightseeing in Brandenburg, 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 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.

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 Berlin Wall Memorial. This attraction is a museum and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 40,682 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations in Berlin is the spectacular Potsdamer Platz. This attraction is a square and is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 59,527 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.

Checkpoint Charlie is another stop you might want to add to your itinerary. This must-see tourist destination is a popular destination among visitors in Berlin. Rated at an average of 4.1 out of 5 stars by 81,962 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!

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 Berlin. Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Hamburg. You’ll stay in Hamburg for 1 night. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of Berlin’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of Berlin, start your day with a visit to the amazing Großer Tiergarten. This much-appreciated park and attraction is rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 23,234 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Siegessäule. This victory column and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 25,973 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Charlottenburg Palace to make the most of your road trip across Germany. The spectacular Charlottenburg Palace is a château that has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 25,430 visitors.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Berlin has to offer, you'll be ready to hit the open road and continue your unforgettable road trip towards the city of Hamburg. Hamburg 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 estancia steaks. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 1,416 reviews.

The remarkable Hanoi Deli Rathaus is another top restaurant in Hamburg we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,380 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Hamburg, the fantastic Le Lion • Bar de Paris. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,224 customers.

To end your night the best way possible, we recommend going to the wonderful The Chug Club. This bar offers a great variety of drinks and has been rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 734 customers.

Another bar with a great atmosphere is Skyline Bar 20up. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,995 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 Hamburg and end it at a top-rated hotel in the city of Munster. You will stay in Munster for 1 night. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

One of the best places to visit today in Hamburg is the amazing Planten un Blomen. This attraction is a park that is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 21,777 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible road tunnel, Elbe Tunnel. With an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 34,402 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Hamburg is the outstanding St. Pauli Piers. This popular top-tier point of interest and travel destination has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 17,228 visitors.

The spectacular Elbe Philharmonic Hall is another popular attraction you can visit today. This fascinating concert hall and attraction has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 76,719 visitors.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic Miniatur Wunderland. This attraction is a popular museum that has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 86,083 visitors.

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

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Namaste | Indisches Restaurant, one of the best restaurants in the city of Munster. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 662 customers.

Locals also recommend Altes Gasthaus Leve as one of the best restaurants in the city of Munster. Altes Gasthaus Leve is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,404 customers.

After dinner, visit HANS IM GLÜCK - MÜNSTER Altstadt, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Munster. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 3,397 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Gasthaus & Gaststätte Stuhlmacher. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,560 customers.

Alternatively, Cavete Muenster is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Munster. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,284 customers.

Raise your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure through 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 Dortmund, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 1 night. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Münster and Duisburg 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.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable Landschaftspark Duisburg-Nord. This attraction is a park that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 26,545 visitors.

When you're done with your sightseeing in Duisburg, it's time to continue your drive to the city of Dortmund. When you arrive in Dortmund 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 Restaurant YUMINI. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 2,893 customers.

Locals also recommend FOOD BROTHER, another of the best restaurants in Dortmund. FOOD BROTHER is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,283 customers.

If you feel like having something else, check out the menu at Pfefferkorn Dortmund Hoher Wall. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,934 customers and is a great place to enjoy a lovely meal.

After dinner, visit Wenkers am Markt to enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in Dortmund, with an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,713 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Tapas & More. This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation. Tapas & More has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 964 customers.

Uncle Tom's is another bar locals often recommend. This bar offers a great variety of snacks and drinks and is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 678 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 Dortmund 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.

Westfalenpark is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Dortmund. This park and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 18,013 visitors.

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

You could then enjoy your last meal in the city of Dortmund at Atlantico Café before you travel home. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,477 customers.

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