9-Day Germany Road Trip from Munich traveling west to Ingolstadt, Frankfurt, Koblenz, and Heidelberg
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Have the adventure of a lifetime with this 9-day road trip through Germany.
This incredible self-drive vacation package will take you through the best destinations in Germany. With this perfectly planned travel package, you will stay 3 nights in Munich, 1 night in Ingolstadt, 1 night in Frankfurt, 1 night in Koblenz, 1 night in Heidelberg, and 1 night in Stuttgart, experiencing the ultimate road trip in Germany. Your road trip will enable you to discover the country's most popular attractions and restaurants in Munich, Ingolstadt, Nuremberg, Frankfurt, Cologne, Koblenz, Heidelberg, and Stuttgart. We'll help you experience the best 9 days in Germany you can imagine so you can leave happy and inspired.
Upon arriving in Munich, you'll collect the rental vehicle of your choice. From there, you'll be off to discover some of the most popular attractions in Germany, including the stunning English Garden and Marienplatz.
You'll have an extensive selection of accommodations to choose from throughout your road trip. We have handpicked the best hotels and places to stay across the country, catering to all budgets. Whether you're in the mood for luxurious five-star hotels or cozy, budget-friendly accommodations, we've got you covered.
Your road trip will bring you close to the best attractions and most incredible sights in Germany. From the magnificent Viktualienmarkt to the breathtaking Olympiapark and Heidelberg Palace, your journey will take you on a thrilling adventure through some of the most iconic travel destinations in the country. Your discovery doesn't end there. Make sure to marvel at the remarkable Mercedes-Benz Museum and learn more about the unique Cologne Cathedral to truly immerse yourself in the local culture. As you hit the open road and drive through Munich, Ingolstadt, Nuremberg, Frankfurt, Cologne, Koblenz, Heidelberg, and Stuttgart, you'll also have plenty of opportunities to uncover hidden gems and experience the authentic charm of Germany. Whether you're exploring enchanting small towns, discovering scenic routes, or indulging in local cuisine, there's always something new and exciting to experience in Germany.
Add tours and tickets to each day of your trip to make the most of your time in Germany. You'll have the opportunity to choose from the best tours and activities that your travel destinations have to offer, meaning you'll never have a boring moment on your road trip through Germany.
Your travel plan itinerary also gives you multiple opportunities to look for souvenirs to memorialize your road trip in Germany.
You'll return home having experienced the very best of everything Germany has to offer. Each twist and turn of the journey adds a unique charm to your travel tales.
You can customize each day of your road trip vacation itinerary with flexible trip planning before and after booking. Enjoy the benefits of exploring all these great attractions at your own speed.
Your travel plan includes everything you need to experience the best of Germany. You'll be booked at the best hotels for 8 nights, with plenty of top-rated breakfast and restaurant options nearby. We'll provide you with the best car rental for 8 days during your self-drive road trip, including CDW insurance.
You'll have access to 24/7 travel support, a personal travel agent, and a step-by-step guide via our flexible mobile app. You can choose and add your flight preferences as needed. Make your vacation in Germany extra special by adding tours and tickets to each day of your itinerary.
The best services in Germany fill up quickly, so book your spot early. Select a date and start planning your self-drive road trip in Germany today!
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Day 1 – Munich - arrival day
Day 1 – Munich - arrival day
- Munich - Arrival day
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- Karlsplatz (Stachus)
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Your road trip adventure in Germany begins as soon as you reach the incredible city of Munich. You’ll stay in Munich for 3 nights, experiencing all the best things to do and see in the city.
Munich has many popular destinations you can explore. You could visit attractions like the incredible Stachus. This attraction is a square and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 24,450 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 Munich, Schneider Bräuhaus München. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 9,282 customers.
Another of the best restaurants in the city of Munich is Augustiner Klosterwirt GmbH. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 7,224 customers.
Munich also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of Munich is Hofbräuhaus München. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 65,884 customers.
Enjoy toasting the start of your 9-day vacation in Germany!
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Day 2 – Munich
Day 2 – Munich
- Munich
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Drive 35 km, 1 hour 29 min
- Hellabrunn Zoo
- Deutsches Museum
- English Garden
- Nymphenburg Palace
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Day 2 of your road trip will take you to the best attractions Munich has to offer. Cherish the 2 nights you have left in Munich 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 Munich. 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 like the extraordinary Deutsches Museum. This attraction is a national museum and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 34,244 visitors. Deutsches Museum gets around 1,250,000 visitors every year.
Another of the best travel destinations in Munich is the spectacular English Garden. This attraction is a park and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 61,263 visitors.
You could then travel to the amazing Nymphenburg Palace. This summer residence has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 30,967 visitors.
This is a popular destination among visitors in Munich.
Your discovery of Munich does not have to stop there. Check out the fantastic selection of tours and tickets offered in Munich 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 Ratskeller München, which is considered one of the best restaurants in the city of Munich. This restaurant is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 6,121 customers.
Alternatively, another of the top restaurants in the city of Munich is the popular Nuernberger Bratwurst Gloeckl am Dom. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 3,035 customers.
When you’ve finished your meal, Schneider Bräuhaus München is one of the best bars in the city of Munich for an after-dinner drink. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 9,282 customers.
Kennedy's Bar and Restaurant is another of the most popular bars in the city of Munich. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 5,885 customers.
Alternatively, a great bar that locals enjoy in the city of Munich is Kilians Irish Pub. Kilians Irish Pub has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 5,188 customers.
Stopping at one of these popular bars is the perfect way to celebrate another incredible day in the magical city of Munich!
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Day 3 – Munich and Ingolstadt
Day 3 – Munich and Ingolstadt
- Munich
- Ingolstadt
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Drive 88 km, 1 hour 32 min
- Marienplatz
- Victuals Market
- BMW Museum
- BMW Welt
- Olympiapark
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Day 3 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 Munich and end it at a top-rated hotel in the city of Ingolstadt. You will stay in Ingolstadt for 1 night. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!
One of the best places to visit today in Munich is the amazing Marienplatz. This attraction is a square that is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 116,399 visitors.
You could also stop at the incredible best-rated sightseeing destination, Viktualienmarkt. With an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 57,932 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.
Another unforgettable travel destination in the Munich is the outstanding BMW Museum. This popular automobile museum and travel destination has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 34,819 visitors.
The spectacular BMW Welt is another popular attraction you can visit today. This fascinating music venue and attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 31,532 visitors. In addition, approximately 3,000,000 travelers visit this popular site annually.
If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic Olympiapark. This attraction is a popular olympic park that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 67,532 visitors.
You can make the most of your new day in Munich 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 Ingolstadt, where you will access the best hotels and places to stay.
After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Gasthaus Bonschab GmbH, one of the best restaurants in the city of Ingolstadt. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,406 customers.
Locals also recommend Toyako Sushi & Grill as one of the best restaurants in the city of Ingolstadt. Toyako Sushi & Grill is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 989 customers.
Another of the best restaurants in the city of Ingolstadt is Ristorante Al Castello. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 919 customers.
After dinner, visit Shamrock Irish Pub, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Ingolstadt. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 505 customers.
You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like diagonal. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 265 customers.
Alternatively, Flo Cocktailbar is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Ingolstadt. This bar is rated an average of 4.9 out of 5 stars by 122 customers.
Raise your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure through Germany!
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Day 4 – Nuremberg and Frankfurt
Day 4 – Nuremberg and Frankfurt
- Nuremberg
- Frankfurt
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Drive 318 km, 3 hours 59 min
- Schöner Brunnen
- St Sebald - Sebalduskirche Nürnberg
- Nuremberg Castle
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Rise and shine on day 4 of your road trip in Germany. Today, you'll wake up in Ingolstadt and embark on a scenic drive to Frankfurt, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 1 night. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Ingolstadt and Nuremberg 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 Ingolstadt. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful Klenze Park. This attraction is a park that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 3,109 visitors.
You could also stop at the incredible Wild Park at the lake. This attraction, a beloved park, has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 900 visitors.
If you have time, another site you could explore in Ingolstadt is the stunning Bavarian Army Museum - New Castle. This museum and travel destination has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 702 visitors.
Wave goodbye to Nuremberg 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 Nuremberg has to offer.
One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable Schöner Brunnen. This attraction is a well that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 8,230 visitors.
If you want to explore more, visit the incredible St. Sebald Church - Sebalduskirche Nürnberg. This church and attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 2,976 reviews.
Another site you could visit today is the top-rated Nuremberg Castle. This castle and travel destination is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 36,364 visitors.
When you're done with your sightseeing in Nuremberg, it's time to continue your drive to the city of Frankfurt. When you arrive in Frankfurt 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 African Queen Restaurant. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 1,731 customers.
After dinner, visit Der Fette Bulle to enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in Frankfurt, with an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 5,097 customers.
You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like o'reilly's Irish pubs. This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation. O'reilly's Irish pubs has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 4,367 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!
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Day 5 – Frankfurt, Cologne, and Koblenz
Day 5 – Frankfurt, Cologne, and Koblenz
- Cologne
- Frankfurt
- Koblenz
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Drive 303 km, 3 hours 48 min
- Römerberg
- Iron Footbridge
- Cologne Cathedral
- Cologne Chocolate Museum
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Day 5 of your road trip will take you to the city of Frankfurt and the city of Cologne. You’ll stay in Koblenz for 1 night.
One of the best places to explore today is Römerberg. This excellent attraction is a square that has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 24,079 visitors.
Around 22,822 travelers rated this attraction with 4.6 out of 5 stars.
To experience the local culture, see more of Germany, and meet new people at the same time, we highly recommend you go on a tour. On this tour, you can go on an epic adventure to some of the best places to visit in Germany. You also get to admire popular places of interest.
You could then travel to Cologne Cathedral for some unforgettable sightseeing experience in the city of Cologne. This popular attraction is a catholic cathedral and is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 68,667 visitors. Approximately 5,000,000 people visit Cologne every year to see the fantastic Cologne Cathedral.
This outstanding museum has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 36,145 travelers.
You’ll have your choice of the best hotels and places to stay in the city of Koblenz.
After a long day of traveling and sightseeing, we recommend you try one of the best restaurants in the city of Koblenz, Pegelhaus. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 626 customers.
Locals recommend Piper's Corner Celtic Irish Pub as one of the best restaurants in the city of Koblenz. Piper's Corner Celtic Irish Pub is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 296 customers.
Another of the best restaurants in the city of Koblenz is Mephisto. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 308 customers.
After dinner, visit one of the top bars in the city of Koblenz, Altes Brauhaus. This popular bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 3,349 customers.
You could also relax with a drink at a popular bar like Stattstrand Koblenz. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,222 customers.
Irish Pub Koblenz is a popular bar that locals recommend in the city of Koblenz. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,130 customers.
Be sure to celebrate another day of your incredible road trip adventure through Germany with a toast!
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Day 6 – Mainz and Heidelberg
Day 6 – Mainz and Heidelberg
- Koblenz
- Speyer
- Heidelberg
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Drive 313 km, 4 hours 9 min
- Ehrenbreitstein Fortress
- Deutsches Eck
- Nürburgring
- Technic Museum Speyer
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Rise and shine on day 6 of your road trip in Germany. Today, you'll wake up in Koblenz and embark on a scenic drive to Heidelberg, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 1 night. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Koblenz and Rhineland-Palatinate 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 Koblenz. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful Deutsches Eck. This attraction is a headland that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 33,451 visitors.
You could also stop at the incredible Ehrenbreitstein Fortress. This attraction, a beloved fortress, has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 18,012 visitors.
If you have time, another site you could explore in Koblenz is the stunning Schloss Koblenz. This top-tier point of interest and travel destination has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 3,161 visitors.
One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable Ehrenbreitstein Fortress. This attraction is a fortress that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 18,012 visitors.
If you want to explore more, visit the incredible Deutsches Eck. This headland and attraction has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 33,451 reviews.
Another site you could visit today is the top-rated Nürburgring. This best-rated sightseeing destination and travel destination is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 34,984 visitors.
The lovely Technic Museum Speyer is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 23,618 visitors have left this museum an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.
When you're done with your sightseeing in Rhineland-Palatinate, it's time to continue your drive to the city of Heidelberg. When you arrive in Heidelberg you’ll check in at one of the best hotels in the area.
After dinner, visit Vetter's Alt Heidelberger Brauhaus to enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in Heidelberg, with an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 3,422 customers.
You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like HANS IM GLÜCK - HEIDELBERG Heiliggeistkirche. This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation. HANS IM GLÜCK - HEIDELBERG Heiliggeistkirche has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 3,229 customers.
Sahara Restaurant 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 2,850 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!
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Day 7 – Heidelberg, Offenburg, and Stuttgart
Day 7 – Heidelberg, Offenburg, and Stuttgart
- Heidelberg
- Stuttgart
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Drive 340 km, 4 hours 16 min
- Heidelberg Palace
- Heidelberger Marktplatz
- Old Bridge Heidelberg
- Silver Star
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Get ready to experience some of the most famous attractions in the area!
One of the best places to visit is the amazing Heidelberg Palace. This attraction is a museum and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 53,614 visitors.
You could also go sightseeing at the incredible Heidelberger Marktplatz. This top-tier point of interest and travel destination has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 7,577 visitors.
Old Bridge Heidelberg is another popular attraction you can explore. This well-known attraction, a spectacular top-tier point of interest, has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from over 15,247 reviews.
Joining a top-rated tour in Heidelberg is another excellent way to spend your new day in Germany. The best tours in this travel destination will take you on an exploration to some of Germany’s most well-known attractions and best-kept secrets.
With this tour, you’ll set out on a journey to Germany’s most interesting sights. As you go along this remarkable tour, you’ll also have the unique opportunity to catch a glimpse of Germany’s scenic spots.
You could then travel to the amazing Silver Star for some sightseeing. This popular attraction is a hypercoaster and has been rated an average of 4.9 out of 5 stars by 7,786 visitors.
You’ll also have your choice of the best hotels and places to stay in the city of Stuttgart.
After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Carls Brauhaus, one of the best restaurants in the city of Stuttgart. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 6,666 customers.
Locals also recommend ABACCO'S STEAKHOUSE Stuttgart as one of the best restaurants in the city of Stuttgart. ABACCO'S STEAKHOUSE Stuttgart is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 3,830 customers.
After dinner, visit Schwarz Weiß Bar, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Stuttgart. This bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 651 customers.
Raise your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure through Germany!
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Day 8 – Stuttgart and Munich
Day 8 – Stuttgart and Munich
- Stuttgart
- Munich
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Drive 247 km, 3 hours 15 min
- Schloßplatz
- Porsche Museum
- Wilhelma
- Mercedes-Benz Museum
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As you rise to greet the dawn on day 8 of your epic road trip in Germany, you'll awaken to the bustling city of Stuttgart. Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Munich. You’ll stay in Munich for 1 night. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of Stuttgart’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.
If you’re curious to see more of Stuttgart, start your day with a visit to the amazing Schloßplatz. This much-appreciated square and attraction is rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 41,090 visitors.
You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Porsche Museum. This automobile museum and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 27,255 visitors.
We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Mercedes-Benz Museum to make the most of your road trip across Germany. The spectacular Mercedes-Benz Museum is an automobile museum that has been rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 42,121 visitors. Every year, around 876,109 travelers include this attraction on their travel itinerary.
After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Stuttgart has to offer, you'll be ready to hit the open road and continue your unforgettable road trip towards the city of Munich. Munich 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 Münchner Stubn. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.3 out of 5 stars in 3,255 reviews.
The remarkable Zum Dürnbräu is another top restaurant in Munich we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,242 customers.
After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Munich, the fantastic Nuernberger Bratwurst Gloeckl am Dom. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 3,035 customers.
To end your night the best way possible, we recommend going to the wonderful Wirtshaus Zum Straubinger. This bar offers a great variety of drinks and has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,475 customers.
Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in Germany!
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Day 9 – Munich - departure day
Day 9 – Munich - departure day
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- Odeonsplatz
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Day 9 of your road trip in Germany is your departure day. This is your chance to catch one last glimpse of Munich 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.
Odeonsplatz is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Munich. This square and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 18,916 visitors.
Take a stroll along the main shopping streets of Munich and find some souvenirs to remind you of your road trip in Germany.
You’ll then say farewell to Munich. We wish you a pleasant journey home, with many wonderful memories of your unforgettable vacation in Germany!
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