Cheap 10-Day Germany Road Trip from Cologne traveling south to Frankfurt, Nuremberg, Munich, Heidelberg, and Bernkastel-Kues

Your exciting road trip through Germany starts when you reach the incredible city of Cologne, where you'll stay for 2 nights. You'll pick up your rental car in Cologne and begin your adventure in Germany.

Cologne is a popular cheap holiday destination in Germany with something to offer every traveler. When you're ready to explore the city, stop at some of the best places to visit in Cologne and get this road trip adventure rolling.

A trip to the amazing Old Market will make your cheap holiday in Germany truly special. This attraction is a fascinating must-see tourist destination that has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 12,740 visitors.

When you're done sightseeing for the day, you'll check in at one of the best budget-friendly hotels or places to stay in the city.

When you're hungry and ready to take a break from your adventure, treat yourself to a delicious meal at one of the best restaurants in Cologne. An excellent example is the popular Bei Oma Kleinmann. Serving a menu of mouthwatering dishes, this restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 3,597 customers.

Another restaurant you should check out during your cheap vacation in Germany is Craftbeer Corner Coeln. Rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,165 customers, this famous restaurant is one of the city's most recommended places to eat.

If you wish to dine at a restaurant locals love, go to the wonderful Gruber's. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 625 customers, and is an awesome place to satisfy your craving for good food and service.

Toddy Tapper is a great bar to relax after a busy day. About 590 customers have given this spot an average rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars, making it one of the most popular bars in the area.

Another bar in Cologne we recommend is Gaffel am Dom I Kölsches Brauhaus und Wirtshaus I Brauhaus Köln, an excellent place to meet new friends. This bar offers customers plenty of snack and drink options and is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 6,484 customers.

Gilden im Zims is also one of the best places to go to unwind and chat with locals. Over 5,823 bar-goers have rated it an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

Enjoy toasting the start of a terrific road trip vacation and cheap holiday experience in Germany!

On day 2 of your road trip through popular and cheap vacation spots across Germany, you’ll experience two places in one day. You’ll start your day in Cologne and end your day in the city of Frankfurt, where you'll stay for 1 night. How much time you’ll spend in each location is up to you.

One of the best places to visit in Cologne is the amazing Deutz Suspension Bridge. This travel destination is a suspension bridge that has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 788 visitors.

This day is also your chance to stop at the incredible Cologne Chocolate Museum. Rated 4.3 out of 5 stars by 36,704 travelers, a visit to this well-known museum and sightseeing spot in Cologne is likely to make your vacation in Germany even more memorable.

Another unforgettable sight in Cologne is the outstanding Cologne Cathedral. This catholic cathedral has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 69,905 visitors.

To make the most of your day in this cheap holiday destination in Germany, drop by the popular Cologne Zoological Garden. This attraction, an amazing zoo, has been rated 4.4 out of 5 stars by 30,118 travelers.

Cheap, budget vacations are nothing but incredible, especially when you’re in Germany. To have the best affordable travel experience in Germany, make time for some unique, challenging, or inspiring activities. Adding a tour to your travel plan promises a one-of-a kind adventure that will make your cheap vacation in Germany unforgettable. Fortunately, you'll find plenty of budget-friendly tours and cheap holiday deals in Germany.

At the end of the day, you will drive to the city of Frankfurt. Frankfurt is another cheap travel destination in Germany where you have access to hotels, restaurants, bars, and other conveniences.

After a long day of driving and exploring some of the best attractions a budget vacation in Germany can afford, treat yourself to a hearty meal. You’ll find many great restaurants in Frankfurt that offer delicious food to help keep you going.

One restaurant we recommend you try in Frankfurt is Im Herzen Afrikas. This restaurant provides good food and service and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 2,979 customers.

When talking about the best restaurants in Frankfurt, Kiwi’s - Café, Bar & Restaurant Frankfurt is a name locals often mention. This local favorite offers a variety of options, helping it earn an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 2,500 diners.

Another restaurant worth trying is Der Fette Bulle. Many locals and cheap holiday goers in Frankfurt enjoy dining at this restaurant. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 5,097 customers.

As the day is coming to an end, stop at some of Frankfurt’s best bars to celebrate this day of your road trip vacation in Germany. For example, you can visit o'reilly's Irish pubs. Rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 4,367 customers, this bar is considered a favorite in the area.

Another great place to have a refreshing, celebratory drink is Oosten. This popular bar in Frankfurt has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 4,068 bar-goers.

You can also go to Bar Helium Frankfurt am Main as an alternative. More than a bar, the popular Bar Helium Frankfurt am Main is also a place for fun or relaxation. Around 1,956 customers have given this city bar an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

Raise your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure and cheap holiday experience in Germany!

On day 3 of your road trip through popular and cheap vacation spots across Germany, you’ll experience two places in one day. You’ll start your day in Frankfurt and end your day in the city of Nuremberg, where you'll stay for 1 night. How much time you’ll spend in each location is up to you.

One of the best places to visit in Frankfurt is the amazing Römerberg. This travel destination is a square that has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 24,391 visitors.

This day is also your chance to stop at the incredible Iron Footbridge. Rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 23,044 travelers, a visit to this well-known must-see tourist destination and sightseeing spot in Frankfurt is likely to make your vacation in Germany even more memorable.

Another unforgettable sight in Frankfurt is the outstanding Alte Oper. This concert hall has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 13,371 visitors.

To make the most of your day in this cheap holiday destination in Germany, drop by the popular Palmengarten. This attraction, an amazing botanical garden, has been rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 19,050 travelers.

If you’re keen to explore more, you’ll enjoy the fantastic Zoo Frankfurt. This zoo is a popular attraction rated 4.2 out of 5 stars by 22,563 visitors from all over the globe.

Cheap, budget vacations are nothing but incredible, especially when you’re in Germany. To have the best affordable travel experience in Germany, make time for some unique, challenging, or inspiring activities. Adding a tour to your travel plan promises a one-of-a kind adventure that will make your cheap vacation in Germany unforgettable. Fortunately, you'll find plenty of budget-friendly tours and cheap holiday deals in Germany.

At the end of the day, you will drive to the city of Nuremberg. Nuremberg is another cheap travel destination in Germany where you have access to hotels, restaurants, bars, and other conveniences.

After a long day of driving and exploring some of the best attractions a budget vacation in Germany can afford, treat yourself to a hearty meal. You’ll find many great restaurants in Nuremberg that offer delicious food to help keep you going.

One restaurant we recommend you try in Nuremberg is Indisches Restaurant Ganesha Nürnberg. This restaurant provides good food and service and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 1,520 customers.

When talking about the best restaurants in Nuremberg, "Trödelstuben", Wein- und Bierstuben, Restaurant is a name locals often mention. This local favorite offers a variety of options, helping it earn an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 3,605 diners.

Another restaurant worth trying is Alte Küch'n & Im Keller. Many locals and cheap holiday goers in Nuremberg enjoy dining at this restaurant. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 2,866 customers.

As the day is coming to an end, stop at some of Nuremberg’s best bars to celebrate this day of your road trip vacation in Germany. For example, you can visit Padelle d'Italia Nürnberg. Rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,234 customers, this bar is considered a favorite in the area.

Another great place to have a refreshing, celebratory drink is Finnegan's Harp Irish Pub. This popular bar in Nuremberg has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 2,140 bar-goers.

You can also go to Chong's Diner as an alternative. More than a bar, the popular Chong's Diner is also a place for fun or relaxation. Around 1,820 customers have given this city bar an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars.

Raise your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure and cheap holiday experience in Germany!

Day 4 of your road trip across Germany offers you the chance to visit the wonderful Nuremberg and the enchanting Dachau, two of the most popular cheap holiday destinations in the country. You'll begin sightseeing in Nuremberg and end the day in Dachau, where you'll stay for 3 nights.

Buckle up because day 4 of your affordable vacation in Germany will take you to some of locals’ and travelers’ most recommended travel spots!

One place travelers keep coming back to in Nuremberg is the magnificent Schöner Brunnen. Around 8,461 visitors have rated this excellent well and travel destination an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

We also recommend you explore the amazing Nuremberg Castle on this leg of your self-drive tour in Germany. This attraction is a well-known castle that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from around 36,670 travelers.

The remarkable Documentation Center Nazi Party Rally Grounds is known to be one of the best places to visit in this cheap vacation spot in Germany. This attraction, an amazing military museum, is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 15,648 travelers.

After capturing the beauty and rich culture of Nuremberg, you’ll get back behind the wheels and continue your road trip to the fantastic city of Dachau.

Exploring one unique site after another provides you the much-needed variety during your self-drive tour across Germany. But to satisfy your curiosity or need for adventure, we recommend you add excursions in today’s agenda. You have a great selection of popular and low-cost activities to choose from in Germany. Make your cheap holiday experience in Germany more memorable by doing something new, bold, or inspiring.

Munich offers many top-rated accommodations suitable for travelers on a budget vacation in Germany. So anytime you need a break from your activities, you’re guaranteed a comfortable and affordable place to rest and stay in the city.

As this adventurous day progresses, satisfy your hunger at one of the best restaurants in the city. Many restaurants in Munich offer good food at even better prices, the perfect combination for travelers on affordable vacations in Germany.

Little London / Bar & Grill is a must try. This restaurant serves a mouthwatering selection of meals and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 2,409 diners.

Another popular eating spot in Munich is Hofbräuhaus München, a local favorite. Serving diners fresh, delicious, and affordable meals, this restaurant has been rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 65,884 customers.

Augustiner-Keller offers customers flavorful food and good ambiance, making it one of the best places to eat in Munich. With an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 30,632 customers, this restaurant can get packed very quickly. Make sure you get to the restaurant early to save yourself a seat.

When night has fallen and you feel like enjoying a drink, head to some of Munich’s best bars. There are plenty of bars in the city where you can order a few drinks without compromising your budget.

Zephyr Bar is an excellent example of a great bar in Munich offering drinks at reasonable prices. This popular bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,016 customers.

You can also hang out and have a drink at Schneider Bräuhaus München, another of locals’ go-to bars in Munich. Schneider Bräuhaus München is among the best city bars offering various beverages at different price points, with around 9,282 customers having rated it an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars.

Kennedy's Bar and Restaurant is for you if you’re curious about bars that give you a taste of the nightlife scene in Munich. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from more than 5,885 bar-goers.

Celebrate another day of your adventure-filled road trip through Germany with a toast. Cheers to a memorable cheap vacation experience in Germany!

On day 5 of your road trip adventures in Germany, you’ll go deep into Munich, where you'll stay for 2 nights, and see some of the city’s unforgettable attractions. To learn more of the city's culture, you'll also dine at the most popular restaurants in Munich, and meet locals along the way!

Munich offers an incredible variety of budget hotels and places to stay you can choose from and spend the night in.

We recommend you stay at the charming Hyperion Hotel München to ensure a pleasant and affordable vacation in Munich. This 5-star hotel offers guests comfort and convenience and is rated an average of 4.2 out of 5 stars in 6,772 guest reviews.

Another budget-friendly stay option you can check into is the cozy 4-star Leonardo Hotel Munich City Olympiapark. This cheap hotel provides a ton of handy amenities perfect for travelers in Munich. Leonardo Hotel Munich City Olympiapark has an average rating of 4 out of 5 stars from 8,860 former guests.

Travelers looking forward to enjoying a cheap vacation in Munich should also consider Brunnenhof. This 3-star hotel offers great value-for-money and is one of the best budget accommodations in the city. Brunnenhof has been rated by 4,207 guests with an average of 4 out of 5 stars.

Popular hotels and places to stay in Munich offering low-cost accommodations get fully-booked fast. If any of these stay options are not available during your visit in the city, our flexible booking system will automatically provide you with the best budget alternatives.

One thing that makes Munich the perfect cheap holiday destination is that the city offers easy access to many popular attractions. For example, the outstanding national museum, Deutsches Museum. This attraction has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 34,643 visitors and gets around 1,250,000 visits every year.

The famous Viktualienmarkt is another remarkable sightseeing hotspot in the area. This incredible top-tier point of interest and travel destination has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 58,191 visitors.

Munich is also the home of the extraordinary Marienplatz. Around 118,139 travelers have rated the spectacular Marienplatz an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Another place you’ll want to visit is the captivating Odeonsplatz. With an impressive average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from a total of 19,073 reviews, a visit to this wonderful square and tourist destination is truly a great idea.

This day of your road trip through Germany is also your chance to admire the fantastic English Garden up close. This fascinating park and attraction is a must-visit. The marvelous English Garden enjoys an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 61,616 travelers.

Come to Munich prepared by adding a tour to your budget vacation package to Germany. If you’re up for a challenging, fun, or inspiring activity, check out the fantastic selection of tours and cheap holiday deals in Munich.

After a day of exploring, reward yourself by dining at one of the best restaurants in Munich, Augustiner Klosterwirt GmbH. Locals enjoy eating at Augustiner Klosterwirt GmbH for its good food and ambiance. This excellent restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 7,224 diners.

Ratskeller München serves various affordable and delicious dishes perfect for cheap holiday goers. On top of that, this restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 6,121 food lovers.

If you want more options, Kilians Irish Pub is another great spot. Browse through its exciting menu and you'll see why Kilians Irish Pub has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars in 5,188 reviews.

Curious about the nightlife in Munich? Consider visiting some of the best bars in Munich after dinner. Locals recommend Nuernberger Bratwurst Gloeckl am Dom, and it's a great spot to enjoy a refreshing drink after an active day. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 3,035 customers.

Wirtshaus Zum Straubinger is another excellent place to relax and have a drink or two after a busy road trip in Germany. Wirtshaus Zum Straubinger has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 2,475 bar-goers, proving it's one of the most popular bars in Munich.

You might also want to cap the night off at Rosi coffee & bar, a fascinating bar that 2,119 customers have rated 4.3 out of 5 stars in their reviews.

Raise a toast and enjoy celebrating this terrific day of your affordable vacation in Germany!

Day 6’s road trip itinerary introduces you to many popular attractions and activities in Munich, proving that cheap holidays in Germany can be extraordinary.

You'll begin sightseeing at the extraordinary Nymphenburg Palace. This attraction is a summer residence that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 31,394 travelers.

Another of the best travel destinations you can explore in this fun and cheap holiday destination is the spectacular Olympiapark. This popular place of interest is a stunning olympic park that boasts an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 68,103 visitors.

To make your trip to Munich more memorable, spend time at the fascinating BMW Welt. This well-known music venue attracts up to 3,000,000 people each year. With an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 31,941 traveler reviews, it’s not surprising that the fantastic BMW Welt is often mentioned in Germany road trip itineraries.

The magnificent BMW Museum is another stop you might want to add to your sightseeing plans. This automobile museum and popular travel destination is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars in 35,349 reviews, with a recently recorded annual visit of 250,000 people.

Your discovery of Munich does not have to stop there. You can add a budget-friendly activity on your itinerary and get to know more about Munich on a personal level. Check out the fantastic selection of affordable tours and tickets offered on this leg of your journey across this top cheap holiday destination in Europe, Germany.

After exploring some of the most remarkable sights in Germany, you also have the chance to experience the country’s food culture. Eat at Spatenhaus at the opera, one of the best restaurants in Munich. This place is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 4,695 reviews.

You can also check out Münchner Stubn. Offering appetizing foods and refreshing beverages at reasonable prices, this restaurant is an excellent choice for budget travelers in the city. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 3,255 diners.

Another great restaurant we recommend you go to after your road trip activities is Zum Dürnbräu. With an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 2,242 customers, this restaurant is sure to provide you a memorable dining experience in Munich.

When you’ve finished your meal, head to some of the most popular bars in Munich for an after-dinner drink. Cap off your night in this cheap holiday destination at Restaurant Savanna Munich and try some of its cocktails and snacks. This bar has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 1,422 customers.

Pusser's is another great place to hang out in and relax after a busy day in the city. This bar offers various drinks at affordable prices and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,267 customers.

If you want to have a drink or two with locals, you'll want to visit Ned Kelly's Australian Bar. Rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,049 customers, this bar is one of the best places to unwind and socialize in Munich.

Savor the rest of the night and celebrate another incredible road trip adventure in the magical Munich!

On day 7 of your road trip through popular and cheap vacation spots across Germany, you’ll experience two places in one day. You’ll start your day in Stuttgart and end your day in the city of Heidelberg, where you'll stay for 1 night. How much time you’ll spend in each location is up to you.

One of the best places to visit in Stuttgart is the amazing Mercedes-Benz Museum. This travel destination is an automobile museum that has been rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 42,800 visitors. Up to 876,109 people visit this attraction yearly, so don't miss this opportunity to see the wonderful Mercedes-Benz Museum with your own eyes.

This day is also your chance to stop at the incredible Wilhelma. Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 33,034 travelers, a visit to this well-known zoo and sightseeing spot in Stuttgart is likely to make your vacation in Germany even more memorable.

Another unforgettable sight in Stuttgart is the outstanding Porsche Museum. This automobile museum has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 27,816 visitors. In a single year, approximately 876,109 travelers include the unforgettable Porsche Museum in their road trip and sightseeing itineraries.

Cheap, budget vacations are nothing but incredible, especially when you’re in Germany. To have the best affordable travel experience in Germany, make time for some unique, challenging, or inspiring activities. Adding a tour to your travel plan promises a one-of-a kind adventure that will make your cheap vacation in Germany unforgettable. Fortunately, you'll find plenty of budget-friendly tours and cheap holiday deals in Germany.

At the end of the day, you will drive to the city of Heidelberg. Heidelberg is another cheap travel destination in Germany where you have access to hotels, restaurants, bars, and other conveniences.

After a long day of driving and exploring some of the best attractions a budget vacation in Germany can afford, treat yourself to a hearty meal. You’ll find many great restaurants in Heidelberg that offer delicious food to help keep you going.

One restaurant we recommend you try in Heidelberg is Weinstube Schnitzelbank. This restaurant provides good food and service and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 2,743 customers.

When talking about the best restaurants in Heidelberg, Heid's Grill & Restaurant is a name locals often mention. This local favorite offers a variety of options, helping it earn an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 3,269 diners.

Another restaurant worth trying is Cafe Extrablatt Heidelberg. Many locals and cheap holiday goers in Heidelberg enjoy dining at this restaurant. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 4,413 customers.

As the day is coming to an end, stop at some of Heidelberg’s best bars to celebrate this day of your road trip vacation in Germany. For example, you can visit Vetter's Alt Heidelberger Brauhaus. Rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 3,422 customers, this bar is considered a favorite in the area.

Another great place to have a refreshing, celebratory drink is HANS IM GLÜCK - HEIDELBERG Heiliggeistkirche. This popular bar in Heidelberg has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 3,229 bar-goers.

You can also go to Sahara Restaurant as an alternative. More than a bar, the popular Sahara Restaurant is also a place for fun or relaxation. Around 2,850 customers have given this city bar an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

Raise your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure and cheap holiday experience in Germany!

Day 8 of your self-drive vacation in Germany gives you the opportunity to explore two popular cheap holiday destinations in one day. You’ll start your day in the city of Heidelberg and end your day in the city of Trier.

Today's agenda features plenty of popular stops and allows you to stay in Bernkastel-Kues for 1 night. How much time you want to spend in each area or attraction is up to you. This way, you’ll have all the time you want to take in the unique atmosphere of each location and make the most of your affordable vacation in Germany.

While you’re in Heidelberg, it’s a good idea to visit the amazing Old Bridge Heidelberg. The fantastic Old Bridge Heidelberg is a popular top-tier point of interest and a sightseeing hotspot. This attraction boasts an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 15,389 travelers.

Travelers usually have a splendid time at the incredible Heidelberg Palace, a well-known museum in the area. Currently, this spectacular destination enjoys a 4.7 out of a 5 star-rating from 54,117 travelers.

Once you’ve satisfied your wanderlust in Heidelberg, you’ll continue to your next road trip destination of the day, the city of Trier.

Make Porta Nigra your first stop. This popular city gate among locals and travelers alike has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 33,367 visitors.

Make the most of your time in the country by joining activities that let you discover more about Germany. Check out all of the affordable tours you can join this day of your cheap holiday in Germany and ensure the road trip experience of a lifetime.

You’ll also have your choice of the best budget accommodations in the city of Bernkastel-Kues. So when it's time for a break from your adventures in Bernkastel-Kues, relax and restore your energy at any of the following affordable places to stay.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Restaurant Alt Bernkastel, one of the best restaurants in Bernkastel-Kues. This restaurant is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 633 customers.

Burgruine Landshut is yet another of the top places to eat in the city. Burgruine Landshut is known for serving a variety of delectable dishes and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 4,647 diners.

This famous bar offers snacks and drinks at different price points and is a popular hangout spot among locals.

Cherish every minute of your road trip vacation across Germany. Celebrate this opportunity to enjoy a cheap holiday in Germany!

Day 9 of your road trip across Germany offers you the chance to visit the wonderful Nürburg and the enchanting Koblenz, two of the most popular cheap holiday destinations in the country. You'll begin sightseeing in Nürburg and end the day in Koblenz, where you'll stay for 1 night.

Buckle up because day 9 of your affordable vacation in Germany will take you to some of locals’ and travelers’ most recommended travel spots!

One place travelers keep coming back to in Nürburg is the magnificent Nürburgring. Around 35,289 visitors have rated this excellent top-tier point of interest and travel destination an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars.

After capturing the beauty and rich culture of Nürburg, you’ll get back behind the wheels and continue your road trip to the fantastic city of Koblenz.

Start your sightseeing in this cheap holiday destination with a visit to the unforgettable Ehrenbreitstein Fortress. This popular site is a valued fortress in Koblenz and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 18,199 visitors.

Another must-visit in Koblenz is the spectacular Deutsches Eck. This outstanding headland and sightseeing destination has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from more than 33,856 travelers.

Exploring one unique site after another provides you the much-needed variety during your self-drive tour across Germany. But to satisfy your curiosity or need for adventure, we recommend you add excursions in today’s agenda. You have a great selection of popular and low-cost activities to choose from in Germany. Make your cheap holiday experience in Germany more memorable by doing something new, bold, or inspiring.

Cologne offers many top-rated accommodations suitable for travelers on a budget vacation in Germany. So anytime you need a break from your activities, you’re guaranteed a comfortable and affordable place to rest and stay in the city.

As this adventurous day progresses, satisfy your hunger at one of the best restaurants in the city. Many restaurants in Cologne offer good food at even better prices, the perfect combination for travelers on affordable vacations in Germany.

Gaststätte Lommerzheim is a must try. This restaurant serves a mouthwatering selection of meals and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 3,487 diners.

Another popular eating spot in Cologne is Funkhaus Cafe-Bar-Restaurant, a local favorite. Serving diners fresh, delicious, and affordable meals, this restaurant has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 4,282 customers.

Jameson Pub Cologne offers customers flavorful food and good ambiance, making it one of the best places to eat in Cologne. With an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 3,308 customers, this restaurant can get packed very quickly. Make sure you get to the restaurant early to save yourself a seat.

When night has fallen and you feel like enjoying a drink, head to some of Cologne’s best bars. There are plenty of bars in the city where you can order a few drinks without compromising your budget.

Max Stark is an excellent example of a great bar in Cologne offering drinks at reasonable prices. This popular bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,193 customers.

You can also hang out and have a drink at Limani, another of locals’ go-to bars in Cologne. Limani is among the best city bars offering various beverages at different price points, with around 1,819 customers having rated it an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars.

Bangkok Thai Restaurant is for you if you’re curious about bars that give you a taste of the nightlife scene in Cologne. This bar has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from more than 1,296 bar-goers.

Celebrate another day of your adventure-filled road trip through Germany with a toast. Cheers to a memorable cheap vacation experience in Germany!

It’s soon time to say goodbye to Germany as your road trip vacation is about to end. Day 10 is your departure day and your last chance to capture the beauty of Cologne.

Depending on how much time you have before your flight back home, we recommend doing some last-minute shopping or sightseeing to make the most of your cheap holiday experience in Germany.

If you'd rather pass time visiting some attractions, this is your chance to go to places you may not have had the chance to explore yet.

One fantastic attraction you could visit on your last day in Cologne is the remarkable Rheinpark. This park and popular place of interest has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 6,361 visitors.

If you have an appetite for one last delicious meal in Cologne, consider a top-rated restaurant like Mongo's Restaurant Köln. This restaurant has a menu of appetizing and affordable meals and is rated at an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 3,294 customers.

Servus Colonia Alpina is an excellent alternative if you feel like eating something else. This restaurant serves a variety of savory and budget-friendly dishes and has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 2,757 customers.

Another popular restaurant you could check out is The Little Steakhouse. Rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,631 customers, this restaurant is a great place to enjoy meals that will remind you of Germany and your fun memories in Cologne.

You’ll then say farewell to Cologne and begin your journey home. You’ll leave filled with unforgettable memories from your terrific and affordable travel experiences in Germany!