Cheap 6-Day Germany Road Trip from Düsseldorf to Frankfurt and Heidelberg

Your exciting road trip through Germany starts when you reach the incredible city of Düsseldorf, where you'll stay for 3 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.

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

Day 2’s road trip itinerary introduces you to many popular attractions and activities in Düsseldorf, proving that cheap holidays in Germany can be extraordinary.

You'll begin sightseeing at the extraordinary Nord Park. This attraction is a park that has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 5,788 travelers.

Another of the best travel destinations you can explore in this fun and cheap holiday destination is the spectacular Japanese Garden. This popular place of interest is a stunning park that boasts an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 4,866 visitors.

To make your trip to Düsseldorf more memorable, spend time at the fascinating Rheinuferpromenade Düsseldorf. With an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars in 4,645 traveler reviews, it’s not surprising that the fantastic Rheinuferpromenade Düsseldorf is often mentioned in Germany road trip itineraries.

The magnificent Schloss Benrath is another stop you might want to add to your sightseeing plans. This park and popular travel destination is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars in 10,447 reviews.

Your discovery of Düsseldorf does not have to stop there. You can add a budget-friendly activity on your itinerary and get to know more about Düsseldorf 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.

Offering appetizing foods and refreshing beverages at reasonable prices, this restaurant is an excellent choice for budget travelers in the city.

When you’ve finished your meal, head to some of the most popular bars in Düsseldorf for an after-dinner drink. Cap off your night in this cheap holiday destination at The Irish Pub Bei Fatty - Fatty's and try some of its cocktails and snacks. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 1,604 customers.

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

Day 3 of your road trip across Germany offers you the chance to visit the wonderful Bergheim and the enchanting Cologne, two of the most popular cheap holiday destinations in the country. You'll begin sightseeing in Bergheim and end the day in Cologne, where you'll stay for 1 night.

Buckle up because day 3 of your affordable vacation in Germany will take you to some of locals’ and travelers’ most recommended travel spots!

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

Start your sightseeing in this cheap holiday destination with a visit to the unforgettable Cologne Chocolate Museum. This popular site is a valued museum in Cologne and is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 36,145 visitors.

Another must-visit in Cologne is the spectacular Old Market. This outstanding top-tier point of interest and sightseeing destination has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from more than 12,654 travelers.

You can also stop at the popular Cologne Cathedral to make your cheap holiday experience in Cologne truly special. Hosting around 5,000,000 travelers every year, this attraction is one of the most-visited sites in the area. This catholic cathedral and place of interest has been rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 68,667 visitors.

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.

Frankfurt 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 Frankfurt offer good food at even better prices, the perfect combination for travelers on affordable vacations in Germany.

African Queen Restaurant 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 1,731 diners.

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 Frankfurt’s best bars. There are plenty of bars in the city where you can order a few drinks without compromising your budget.

Der Fette Bulle is an excellent example of a great bar in Frankfurt offering drinks at reasonable prices. This popular bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 5,097 customers.

You can also hang out and have a drink at o'reilly's Irish pubs, another of locals’ go-to bars in Frankfurt. O'reilly's Irish pubs is among the best city bars offering various beverages at different price points, with around 4,367 customers having rated it an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

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 4 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 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 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 24,079 visitors.

This day is also your chance to stop at the incredible Iron Footbridge. Rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 22,822 travelers, a visit to this well-known best-rated sightseeing 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 13,197 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 18,771 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 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.

Many locals and cheap holiday goers in Heidelberg enjoy dining at this restaurant.

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 5 of your self-drive vacation in Germany gives you the opportunity to explore two popular cheap holiday destinations in one day.

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 Heidelberg, it’s a good idea to visit the amazing Heidelberg Palace. The fantastic Heidelberg Palace is a popular museum and a sightseeing hotspot. This attraction boasts an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 53,614 travelers.

Travelers usually have a splendid time at the incredible Heidelberger Marktplatz, a well-known top-tier point of interest in the area. Currently, this spectacular destination enjoys a 4.6 out of a 5 star-rating from 7,577 travelers.

The top-rated Old Bridge Heidelberg is another local feature you can check out today. This spectacular best-rated sightseeing destination and destination has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from over 15,247 travelers.

Make Deutsches Eck your first stop. This popular headland among locals and travelers alike has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 33,451 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 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 dinner, visit one of the best bars in Düsseldorf, Sutton's Irish Pub. 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 4.4 out of 5 stars by 950 bar goers.

Engel Rockbar 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 810 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 6 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 Burgplatz. This square and popular place of interest has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 5,458 visitors.

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!