Cheap 9-Day Germany Road Trip from Hamburg to Berlin, Dresden, and Magdeburg

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

Hamburg 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 Hamburg and get this road trip adventure rolling.

A trip to the amazing Elbe Philharmonic Hall will make your cheap holiday in Germany truly special. This attraction is a fascinating concert hall that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 76,719 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 Hamburg. An excellent example is the popular estancia steaks. Serving a menu of mouthwatering dishes, this restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,416 customers.

Another restaurant you should check out during your cheap vacation in Germany is Hanoi Deli Rathaus. Rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,380 customers, this famous restaurant is one of the city's most recommended places to eat.

Le Lion • Bar de Paris is a great bar to relax after a busy day. About 1,224 customers have given this spot an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars, making it one of the most popular bars in the area.

Another bar in Hamburg we recommend is The Chug Club, an excellent place to meet new friends. This bar offers customers plenty of snack and drink options and is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 734 customers.

Skyline Bar 20up is also one of the best places to go to unwind and chat with locals. Over 2,995 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 Hamburg and end your day in the city of Berlin, where you'll stay for 4 nights. 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 86,083 visitors.

This day is also your chance to stop at the incredible St. Michael's Church. Rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 19,893 travelers, a visit to this well-known church and sightseeing spot in Hamburg is likely to make your vacation in Germany even more memorable.

Another unforgettable sight in Hamburg is the outstanding Elbe Tunnel. This road tunnel has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 34,402 visitors.

To make the most of your day in this cheap holiday destination in Germany, drop by the popular Stadtpark. This attraction, an amazing must-see tourist destination, has been rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 20,328 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 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.

One restaurant we recommend you try in Berlin is Dreh-Restaurant Sphere im Berliner Fernsehturm. This restaurant provides good food and service and has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 4,375 customers.

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 LIMONADIER Cocktailbar. Rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 902 customers, this bar is considered a favorite in the area.

Another great place to have a refreshing, celebratory drink is Restaurant Maximilians Berlin. This popular bar in Berlin has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 6,853 bar-goers.

You can also go to BrewDog Berlin Mitte as an alternative. More than a bar, the popular BrewDog Berlin Mitte is also a place for fun or relaxation. Around 3,557 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!

On day 3 of your road trip adventures in Germany, you’ll go deep into Berlin, where you'll stay for 3 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 Berlin, and meet locals along the way!

Berlin 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 Steigenberger Hotel Am Kanzleramt to ensure a pleasant and affordable vacation in Berlin. This 5-star hotel offers guests comfort and convenience and is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars in 7,317 guest reviews.

Another budget-friendly stay option you can check into is the cozy 4-star IntercityHotel Berlin Hauptbahnhof. This cheap hotel provides a ton of handy amenities perfect for travelers in Berlin. IntercityHotel Berlin Hauptbahnhof has an average rating of 4 out of 5 stars from 14,378 former guests.

Travelers looking forward to enjoying a cheap vacation in Berlin should also consider Motel One Berlin-Alexanderplatz. This 3-star hotel offers great value-for-money and is one of the best budget accommodations in the city. Motel One Berlin-Alexanderplatz has been rated by 11,738 guests with an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

Popular hotels and places to stay in Berlin 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 Berlin the perfect cheap holiday destination is that the city offers easy access to many popular attractions. For example, the outstanding triumphal arch, Brandenburg Gate. This attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 160,469 visitors.

The famous Memorial to the Murdered Jews of Europe is another remarkable sightseeing hotspot in the area. This incredible holocaust memorial and travel destination has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 45,023 visitors.

Berlin is also the home of the extraordinary Potsdamer Platz. Around 59,527 travelers have rated the spectacular Potsdamer Platz an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars.

Another place you’ll want to visit is the captivating Charlottenburg Palace. With an impressive average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from a total of 25,430 reviews, a visit to this wonderful château and tourist destination is truly a great idea.

This fascinating attraction is a must-visit.

Come to Berlin 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 Berlin.

Curious about the nightlife in Berlin? Consider visiting some of the best bars in Berlin after dinner. Locals recommend Zur Gerichtslaube, 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 2,868 customers.

KASCHK by BRLO is another excellent place to relax and have a drink or two after a busy road trip in Germany. KASCHK by BRLO has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 1,635 bar-goers, proving it's one of the most popular bars in Berlin.

You might also want to cap the night off at Alt-Berliner Gasthaus Julchen Hoppe, a fascinating bar that 1,661 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 4’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 Siegessäule. This attraction is a victory column that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 25,973 travelers.

Another of the best travel destinations you can explore in this fun and cheap holiday destination is the spectacular Großer Tiergarten. This popular place of interest is a stunning park that boasts an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 23,234 visitors.

To make your trip to Berlin more memorable, spend time at the fascinating Pergamon Museum. This well-known art museum attracts up to 1,298,000 people each year. With an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars in 29,276 traveler reviews, it’s not surprising that the fantastic Pergamon Museum is often mentioned in Germany road trip itineraries.

The magnificent Berlin Cathedral is another stop you might want to add to your sightseeing plans. This lutheran cathedral and popular travel destination is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars in 35,783 reviews.

If you’re interested in seeing something else, make your way to the amazing Alexanderplatz. More than 210,891 visitors have rated this square and tourist destination an average of 4.3 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 Nante-Eck | Restaurant Berlin Mitte, one of the best restaurants in Berlin. This place is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 3,263 reviews.

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 Berlin for an after-dinner drink. Cap off your night in this cheap holiday destination at Gaffel Haus Berlin - Kölsches Konsulat and try some of its cocktails and snacks. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 1,365 customers.

Mikkeller Berlin 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 1,202 customers.

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

Day 5 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 Treptower Park. With an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars in over 21,633 reviews, it’s clear that this remarkable park 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 must-see tourist destination that is rated an average of 4.1 out of 5 stars by 81,962 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 36,144 travelers.

You also have the opportunity to visit the fantastic Berlin Wall Memorial. This museum and travel hotspot is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 40,682 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!

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 Hauptstadtrestaurant Gendarmerie, 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 1,228 customers.

This bar is popular in Berlin for its great selection of drinks and unique atmosphere.

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 6 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 Dresden, 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 Neues Palais in Potsdam. This travel destination is a palace that has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 9,001 visitors.

This day is also your chance to stop at the incredible Sanssouci Park. Rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 32,576 travelers, a visit to this well-known park 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 24,562 visitors.

To make the most of your day in this cheap holiday destination in Germany, drop by the popular Brandenburg Gate. This attraction, an amazing triumphal arch, has been rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 14,587 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 Dresden. Dresden 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 Dresden that offer delicious food to help keep you going.

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

As the day is coming to an end, stop at some of Dresden’s best bars to celebrate this day of your road trip vacation in Germany. For example, you can visit HANS IM GLÜCK - DRESDEN Altmarkt. Rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 7,391 customers, this bar is considered a favorite in the area.

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

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 Dresden and end your day in the city of Magdeburg, 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 Dresden is the amazing Zwinger. This travel destination is a palace that has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 49,025 visitors.

This day is also your chance to stop at the incredible Semperoper. Rated 4.8 out of 5 stars by 13,463 travelers, a visit to this well-known opera house and sightseeing spot in Dresden is likely to make your vacation in Germany even more memorable.

Another unforgettable sight in Dresden is the outstanding Church of Our Lady. This church building has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 29,743 visitors.

To make the most of your day in this cheap holiday destination in Germany, drop by the popular Brühl's Terrace. This attraction, an amazing tourist attraction, has been rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 12,513 travelers.

If you’re keen to explore more, you’ll enjoy the fantastic The Grand Garden of Dresden. This park is a popular attraction rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 14,683 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 Magdeburg. Magdeburg 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 Magdeburg that offer delicious food to help keep you going.

One restaurant we recommend you try in Magdeburg is Sen Viet BBQ & Soup. This restaurant provides good food and service and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 669 customers.

When talking about the best restaurants in Magdeburg, La Bodega Magdeburg 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 1,962 diners.

Another restaurant worth trying is Wenzel Magdeburg. Many locals and cheap holiday goers in Magdeburg enjoy dining at this restaurant. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 2,106 customers.

As the day is coming to an end, stop at some of Magdeburg’s best bars to celebrate this day of your road trip vacation in Germany. For example, you can visit BERNER & BROWN - Tapas • Bar • Cavaria • Restaurant. Rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 668 customers, this bar is considered a favorite in the area.

Another great place to have a refreshing, celebratory drink is Datsche. This popular bar in Magdeburg has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 718 bar-goers.

Raise your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure and cheap holiday experience 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 Bad Fallingbostel and end your day in the city of Hamburg, 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 Bad Fallingbostel is the amazing Zoologischer Garten Magdeburg. This travel destination is a zoo that has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 10,178 visitors.

This day is also your chance to stop at the incredible Cathedral of Magdeburg. Rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 5,894 travelers, a visit to this well-known cathedral and sightseeing spot in Bad Fallingbostel is likely to make your vacation in Germany even more memorable.

Another unforgettable sight in Bad Fallingbostel is the outstanding Elbauenpark. This amusement park has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 6,369 visitors.

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 Hamburg. Hamburg 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 Hamburg that offer delicious food to help keep you going.

One restaurant we recommend you try in Hamburg is Heimathafen. This restaurant provides good food and service and has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 3,912 customers.

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

As the day is coming to an end, stop at some of Hamburg’s best bars to celebrate this day of your road trip vacation in Germany. For example, you can visit NAGEL Restaurant und Kneipe. Rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,360 customers, this bar is considered a favorite in the area.

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 Hamburg.

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 Hamburg is the remarkable Planten un Blomen. This park and popular place of interest has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 21,777 visitors.

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