Cheap 9-Day Germany Road Trip from Berlin traveling north to Heringsdorf, Stralsund, and Hamburg

Your exciting road trip through Germany starts when you reach the incredible city of Berlin, where you'll stay for 5 nights. You'll pick up your rental car in Berlin and begin your adventure in Germany.

Berlin 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 Berlin and get this road trip adventure rolling.

A trip to the amazing Brandenburg Gate will make your cheap holiday in Germany truly special. This attraction is a fascinating triumphal arch that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 161,792 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 Berlin. An excellent example is the popular Restaurant Maximilians Berlin. Serving a menu of mouthwatering dishes, this restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 6,853 customers.

Another restaurant you should check out during your cheap vacation in Germany is A Mano. Rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 3,451 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 Dreh-Restaurant Sphere im Berliner Fernsehturm. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 4,375 customers, and is an awesome place to satisfy your craving for good food and service.

BrewDog Berlin Mitte is a great bar to relax after a busy day. About 3,557 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 Berlin we recommend is Zur Gerichtslaube, 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 2,868 customers.

Berlin Icebar is also one of the best places to go to unwind and chat with locals. Over 2,292 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!

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

You'll begin sightseeing at the extraordinary Treptower Park. This attraction is a park that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 21,916 travelers.

Another of the best travel destinations you can explore in this fun and cheap holiday destination is the spectacular East Side Gallery. This popular place of interest is a stunning art museum that boasts an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 53,795 visitors.

To make your trip to Berlin more memorable, spend time at the fascinating Mauerpark. With an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars in 20,071 traveler reviews, it’s not surprising that the fantastic Mauerpark is often mentioned in Germany road trip itineraries.

The magnificent Berlin Wall Memorial is another stop you might want to add to your sightseeing plans. This museum and popular travel destination is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars in 40,977 reviews.

If you’re interested in seeing something else, make your way to the amazing Kaiser-Wilhelm-Gedächtniskirche. More than 21,457 visitors have rated this church building and tourist destination an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

Your discovery of Berlin does not have to stop there. You can add a budget-friendly activity on your itinerary and get to know more about Berlin 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 YOSOY TAPAS BERLIN, one of the best restaurants in Berlin. This place is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 3,116 reviews.

You can also check out Delhi 6 Restaurant - Berlin. 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 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,923 diners.

Another great restaurant we recommend you go to after your road trip activities is Restaurant Trattoria Portofino. With an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 2,371 customers, this restaurant is sure to provide you a memorable dining experience in Berlin.

When you’ve finished your meal, head to some of the most popular bars in Berlin for an after-dinner drink. Cap off your night in this cheap holiday destination at KASCHK by BRLO and try some of its cocktails and snacks. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 1,635 customers.

Alt-Berliner Gasthaus Julchen Hoppe 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 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,661 customers.

If you want to have a drink or two with locals, you'll want to visit Gaffel Haus Berlin - Kölsches Konsulat. Rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,365 customers, this bar is one of the best places to unwind and socialize in Berlin.

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

Day 3 means another chance to make the best memories in this cheap holiday destination in Germany, Berlin. So buckle up and prepare to be blown away by the city of Berlin!

One of the best destinations you can travel to today is the stunning Charlottenburg Palace. With an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars in over 25,697 reviews, it’s clear that this remarkable château is truly worth a spot in your road trip plans.

You can also spend some time at the spectacular Berlin Zoological Garden. This attraction is a zoo that is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 63,157 travelers.

Another place you’ll also want to make time for today is the incredible Siegessäule. This popular victory column in Berlin has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 26,275 travelers.

You also have the opportunity to visit the fantastic Großer Tiergarten. This park and travel hotspot is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 23,328 visitors.

Excited to see another tourist destination in Berlin? Then make your way to the outstanding square, Alexanderplatz. This local attraction enjoys an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 212,589 visitors.

Beyond the above-mentioned locations, today is the perfect opportunity to join a popular activity in Berlin. Plenty of budget-friendly tours in Berlin offer enriching experiences that will make your cheap holiday in Germany worth remembering for a lifetime.

When it’s time to eat, treat yourself to a lovely meal without paying more than necessary. Berlin has restaurants and bars for all budgets, perfect for cheap holiday goers!

One of the best restaurants worth visiting in Berlin is Nante-Eck | Restaurant Berlin Mitte. This restaurant offers good food at reasonable prices and has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 3,263 customers.

Alt-Berliner Wirtshaus is an excellent alternative with an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars in 3,238 reviews. Alt-Berliner Wirtshaus is known for its delicious meals that will surely satisfy your hunger.

Another of the best places to eat in Berlin is SOY. This restaurant has an impressive average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 2,248 customers because of their good food, service, and ambiance.

It’s natural to feel curious about what happens around Berlin as the night unfolds. To see what the nightlife looks like in Berlin, consider an after-dinner drink at one of the best bars in the area.

We recommend you visit Mikkeller Berlin, an excellent place to enjoy a couple of drinks. This bar is one of locals’ favorite hangout spots and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 1,202 customers.

LIMONADIER Cocktailbar serves various snacks and drinks at affordable prices, making it another great bar option for budget travelers in Berlin. Customers have rated LIMONADIER Cocktailbar an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 902 reviews.

You could also relax and have drinks at Hauptstadtrestaurant Gendarmerie. This bar is popular in Berlin for its great selection of drinks and unique atmosphere. Proof of this claim is clear in its average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 1,228 bar goers.

A road trip vacation in Berlin can’t get any better than this! Toast to another amazing day in this cheap holiday destination in Germany!

Day 4 means another chance to make the best memories in this cheap holiday destination in Germany, Berlin. So buckle up and prepare to be blown away by the city of Berlin!

One of the best destinations you can travel to today is the stunning Berlin Cathedral. With an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars in over 36,300 reviews, it’s clear that this remarkable lutheran cathedral is truly worth a spot in your road trip plans.

You can also spend some time at the spectacular Checkpoint Charlie. This attraction is a top-tier point of interest that is rated an average of 4.1 out of 5 stars by 82,690 travelers.

Another place you’ll also want to make time for today is the incredible Topography of Terror. This popular military museum in Berlin has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 36,438 travelers.

You also have the opportunity to visit the fantastic Potsdamer Platz. This square and travel hotspot is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 60,213 visitors.

Excited to see another tourist destination in Berlin?

Beyond the above-mentioned locations, today is the perfect opportunity to join a popular activity in Berlin. Plenty of budget-friendly tours in Berlin offer enriching experiences that will make your cheap holiday in Germany worth remembering for a lifetime.

When it’s time to eat, treat yourself to a lovely meal without paying more than necessary. Berlin has restaurants and bars for all budgets, perfect for cheap holiday goers!

One of the best restaurants worth visiting in Berlin is Restaurant Nolle. This restaurant offers good food at reasonable prices and has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 1,696 customers.

It’s natural to feel curious about what happens around Berlin as the night unfolds. To see what the nightlife looks like in Berlin, consider an after-dinner drink at one of the best bars in the area.

We recommend you visit Sharlie Cheen Bar, an excellent place to enjoy a couple of drinks. This bar is one of locals’ favorite hangout spots and has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 1,070 customers.

Vincent Piano Bar serves various snacks and drinks at affordable prices, making it another great bar option for budget travelers in Berlin. Customers have rated Vincent Piano Bar an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars in 676 reviews.

You could also relax and have drinks at Berliner Fernsehturm. This bar is popular in Berlin for its great selection of drinks and unique atmosphere. Proof of this claim is clear in its average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 34,841 bar goers.

A road trip vacation in Berlin can’t get any better than this! Toast to another amazing day in this cheap holiday destination in Germany!

On day 5 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 Potsdam and end your day in the city of Heringsdorf, 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 Potsdam is the amazing New Garden. This travel destination is a park that has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 6,145 visitors.

This day is also your chance to stop at the incredible Brandenburg Gate. Rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 14,759 travelers, a visit to this well-known triumphal arch and sightseeing spot in Potsdam is likely to make your vacation in Germany even more memorable.

Another unforgettable sight in Potsdam is the outstanding Sanssouci. This palace has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 24,925 visitors.

To make the most of your day in this cheap holiday destination in Germany, drop by the popular Sanssouci Park. This attraction, an amazing park, has been rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 32,849 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 Heringsdorf. Heringsdorf 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 Heringsdorf that offer delicious food to help keep you going.

One restaurant we recommend you try in Heringsdorf is Restaurant by Eis-Villa Stein. This restaurant provides good food and service and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 955 customers.

When talking about the best restaurants in Heringsdorf, Das kleine Restaurant is a name locals often mention. This local favorite offers a variety of options, helping it earn an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 745 diners.

Another restaurant worth trying is El Toro. Many locals and cheap holiday goers in Heringsdorf enjoy dining at this restaurant. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 773 customers.

As the day is coming to an end, stop at some of Heringsdorf’s best bars to celebrate this day of your road trip vacation in Germany. For example, you can visit Usedomer Brauhaus. Rated an average of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 4,132 customers, this bar is considered a favorite in the area.

Another great place to have a refreshing, celebratory drink is Coco Lounge. This popular bar in Heringsdorf has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 289 bar-goers.

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

Day 6 of your road trip across Germany offers you the chance to visit the wonderful Heringsdorf and the enchanting Greifswald, two of the most popular cheap holiday destinations in the country. You'll begin sightseeing in Heringsdorf and end the day in Greifswald, where you'll stay for 1 night.

Buckle up because day 6 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 Heringsdorf is the magnificent Baumwipfelpfad Usedom. Around 6,363 visitors have rated this excellent best-rated sightseeing destination and travel destination an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

We also recommend you explore the amazing Heringsdorf Pier on this leg of your self-drive tour in Germany. This attraction is a well-known pier that has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from around 24,750 travelers.

The remarkable Marktplatz Greifswald is known to be one of the best places to visit in this cheap vacation spot in Germany. This attraction, an amazing must-see tourist destination, is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 4,836 travelers.

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

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.

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

Torschließerhaus 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 1,227 diners.

Another popular eating spot in Stralsund is Junge Die Bäckerei. Stralsund Neuer Markt, a local favorite. Serving diners fresh, delicious, and affordable meals, this restaurant has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,263 customers.

Fischermänns - Deli + Restaurant + Bar offers customers flavorful food and good ambiance, making it one of the best places to eat in Stralsund. With an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 1,252 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 Stralsund’s best bars. There are plenty of bars in the city where you can order a few drinks without compromising your budget.

Rockeria® Stralsund is an excellent example of a great bar in Stralsund offering drinks at reasonable prices. This popular bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 949 customers.

You can also hang out and have a drink at Hafenkneipe Zum Goldenen Anker, another of locals’ go-to bars in Stralsund. Hafenkneipe Zum Goldenen Anker is among the best city bars offering various beverages at different price points, with around 846 customers having rated it an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars.

Brazil is for you if you’re curious about bars that give you a taste of the nightlife scene in Stralsund. This bar has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from more than 108 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!

Day 7 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 Stralsund and end your day in the city of Rostock.

Today's agenda features plenty of popular stops and allows you to stay in Hamburg 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 Stralsund, it’s a good idea to visit the amazing OZEANEUM Stralsund GmbH. The fantastic OZEANEUM Stralsund GmbH is a popular museum and a sightseeing hotspot. This attraction boasts an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 28,487 travelers.

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

Make Rostock Zoo your first stop. This popular zoo among locals and travelers alike has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 15,454 visitors.

Another unforgettable travel destination in Rostock is the outstanding Warnemünde lighthouse. Rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 13,658 visitors, this remarkable museum 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 Hamburg. So when it's time for a break from your adventures in Hamburg, 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 estancia steaks, one of the best restaurants in Hamburg. This restaurant is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 1,416 customers.

Hanoi Deli Rathaus is yet another of the top places to eat in the city. Hanoi Deli Rathaus is known for serving a variety of delectable dishes and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,380 diners.

Locals and travelers enjoy dining at Heimathafen, another well-loved restaurant in Hamburg. Rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 3,912 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 Hamburg, Le Lion • Bar de Paris. 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 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,224 bar goers.

Das Feuerschiff LV 13 is a great place for anyone who is into classic bar drinks. This bar is considered one of the best drinking spots in Hamburg, with its average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 2,935 customers.

Alternatively, you can drop by NAGEL Restaurant und Kneipe, where you can have drinks, let loose, and socialize. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,360 customers.

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

On day 8 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 Hamburg and end your day in the city of Berlin, 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 Hamburg is the amazing Miniatur Wunderland. This travel destination is a museum that has been rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 87,297 visitors.

This day is also your chance to stop at the incredible Elbe Philharmonic Hall. Rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 77,649 travelers, a visit to this well-known concert hall and sightseeing spot in Hamburg is likely to make your vacation in Germany even more memorable.

Another unforgettable sight in Hamburg is the outstanding St. Pauli Piers. This top-tier point of interest has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 18,128 visitors.

To make the most of your day in this cheap holiday destination in Germany, drop by the popular Elbe Tunnel. This attraction, an amazing road tunnel, has been rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 34,570 travelers.

If you’re keen to explore more, you’ll enjoy the fantastic Planten un Blomen. This park is a popular attraction rated 4.8 out of 5 stars by 21,983 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 Berlin. Berlin 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 Berlin that offer delicious food to help keep you going.

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

As the day is coming to an end, stop at some of Berlin’s best bars to celebrate this day of your road trip vacation in Germany. For example, you can visit Scandic Berlin Potsdamer Platz. Rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 5,027 customers, this bar is considered a favorite in the area.

Another great place to have a refreshing, celebratory drink is Berliner Republik. This popular bar in Berlin has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars from 5,194 bar-goers.

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

It’s soon time to say goodbye to Germany as your road trip vacation is about to end. Day 9 is your departure day and your last chance to capture the beauty of Berlin.

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 Berlin is the remarkable Memorial to the Murdered Jews of Europe. This holocaust memorial and popular place of interest has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 45,332 visitors.

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