Cheap 4-Day Germany Road Trip from Düsseldorf to Aachen

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

Düsseldorf 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 Dusseldorf and get this road trip adventure rolling.

A trip to the amazing Hofgarten will make your cheap holiday in Germany truly special. This attraction is a fascinating english garden that has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 6,357 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 Düsseldorf. An excellent example is the popular Takumi. Serving a menu of mouthwatering dishes, this restaurant is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 5,216 customers.

Another restaurant you should check out during your cheap vacation in Germany is BLOCK HOUSE Düsseldorf. Rated 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,673 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 HeimWerk Altstadt. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 2,167 customers, and is an awesome place to satisfy your craving for good food and service.

Uerige is a great bar to relax after a busy day. About 10,926 customers have given this spot an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars, making it one of the most popular bars in the area.

Another bar in Düsseldorf we recommend is Palito Restaurant Düsseldorf, an excellent place to meet new friends. This bar offers customers plenty of snack and drink options and is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,493 customers.

Im Goldenen Kessel is also one of the best places to go to unwind and chat with locals. Over 2,336 bar-goers have rated it an average of 4.4 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 Düsseldorf and end your day in the city of Aachen, 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 Düsseldorf is the amazing Rheinpromenade. This travel destination is a top-tier point of interest that has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 4,579 visitors.

This day is also your chance to stop at the incredible Burgplatz. Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 5,458 travelers, a visit to this well-known square and sightseeing spot in Düsseldorf is likely to make your vacation in Germany even more memorable.

Another unforgettable sight in Düsseldorf is the outstanding Nord Park. This park has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 5,788 visitors.

To make the most of your day in this cheap holiday destination in Germany, drop by the popular Aquazoo Löbbecke Museum Dusseldorf. This attraction, an amazing aquarium, has been rated 4.3 out of 5 stars by 11,994 travelers.

If you’re keen to explore more, you’ll enjoy the fantastic Schloss Benrath. This park is a popular attraction rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 10,447 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 Aachen. Aachen 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 Aachen that offer delicious food to help keep you going.

One restaurant we recommend you try in Aachen is Frittenwerk Aachen. This restaurant provides good food and service and has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 2,170 customers.

When talking about the best restaurants in Aachen, ALEX Aachen is a name locals often mention. This local favorite offers a variety of options, helping it earn an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 1,586 diners.

Another restaurant worth trying is Café Middelberg. Many locals and cheap holiday goers in Aachen enjoy dining at this restaurant. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 1,480 customers.

As the day is coming to an end, stop at some of Aachen’s best bars to celebrate this day of your road trip vacation in Germany. For example, you can visit Grotesque Absinthe Bar Aachen. Rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 551 customers, this bar is considered a favorite in the area.

Another great place to have a refreshing, celebratory drink is Domkeller. This popular bar in Aachen has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 2,065 bar-goers.

You can also go to Guinness House as an alternative. More than a bar, the popular Guinness House is also a place for fun or relaxation. Around 1,020 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!

Day 3 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 Aachen and end your day in the city of Brühl.

Today's agenda features plenty of popular stops and allows you to stay in Düsseldorf 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 Aachen, it’s a good idea to visit the amazing Aachen Cathedral. The fantastic Aachen Cathedral is a popular imperial cathedral and a sightseeing hotspot. This attraction boasts an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 14,948 travelers.

Travelers usually have a splendid time at the incredible Elisenbrunnen, a well-known drinking fountain in the area. Currently, this spectacular destination enjoys a 4.3 out of a 5 star-rating from 8,497 travelers.

The top-rated Carolus Thermen is another local feature you can check out today. This spectacular spa and destination has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from over 8,195 travelers.

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

Make Brühl Castle your first stop. This popular museum among locals and travelers alike has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 6,297 visitors.

Another unforgettable travel destination in Brühl is the outstanding Phantasialand. Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 87,903 visitors, this remarkable amusement park and attraction deserves a spot on your Germany travel bucket list.

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 Düsseldorf. So when it's time for a break from your adventures in Düsseldorf, 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 El Lazo, one of the best restaurants in Düsseldorf. This restaurant is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 2,155 customers.

Konditorei Heinemann is yet another of the top places to eat in the city. Konditorei Heinemann is known for serving a variety of delectable dishes and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,103 diners.

Locals and travelers enjoy dining at Dritan Alsela Coffee. , another well-loved restaurant in Düsseldorf. Rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,093 guests, this restaurant is an excellent choice for anyone looking for a memorable dining experience in Germany.

After dinner, visit one of the best bars in Düsseldorf, o’reilly’s Irish Pub & Restaurant. This famous bar offers snacks and drinks at different price points and is a popular hangout spot among locals. In addition, this bar has been rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,111 bar goers.

The Irish Pub Bei Fatty - Fatty's is a great place for anyone who is into classic bar drinks. This bar is considered one of the best drinking spots in Düsseldorf, with its average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 1,604 customers.

Alternatively, you can drop by Sausalitos Dusseldorf, where you can have drinks, let loose, and socialize. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,447 customers.

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

It’s soon time to say goodbye to Germany as your road trip vacation is about to end. Day 4 is your departure day and your last chance to capture the beauty of Düsseldorf.

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 Düsseldorf is the remarkable Rheinuferpromenade Düsseldorf. This must-see tourist destination and popular place of interest has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 4,645 visitors.

If you have an appetite for one last delicious meal in Düsseldorf, consider a top-rated restaurant like Breidenbacher Hof Düsseldorf. This restaurant has a menu of appetizing and affordable meals and is rated at an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,283 customers.

Bona'me Düsseldorf 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 1,723 customers.

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