4-Day Germany Road Trip from Berlin traveling west to Rostock

beautiful view of historic Berlin Cathedral (Berliner Dom) at famous Museumsinsel (Museum Island) with excursion boat on Spree river in beautiful sunset in summer, Berlin.
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Summary

Duration
4 days & 3 nights
Available
Jan. - Dec.
Hotel
3 nights included
Car rental
4 days included
Flights
Optional
Travel app
All vouchers, itinerary, & map

Description

Have the adventure of a lifetime with this 4-day road trip through Germany.

This incredible self-drive vacation package will take you through the best destinations in Germany. With this perfectly planned travel package, you will stay 2 nights in Berlin and 1 night in Rostock, experiencing the ultimate road trip in Germany. Your road trip will enable you to discover the country's most popular attractions and restaurants in Berlin and Rostock. We'll help you experience the best 4 days in Germany you can imagine so you can leave happy and inspired.

Upon arriving in Berlin, you'll collect the rental vehicle of your choice. From there, you'll be off to discover some of the most popular attractions in Germany, including the stunning Brandenburg Gate and Alexanderplatz.

You'll have an extensive selection of accommodations to choose from throughout your road trip. We've handpicked the best hotels and places to stay across the country, catering to all budgets. Whether you're in the mood for luxurious five-star hotels or cozy, budget-friendly accommodations, we've got you covered.

Your road trip will bring you close to the best attractions and most incredible sights in Germany. From the magnificent Memorial to the Murdered Jews of Europe to the breathtaking Potsdamer Platz and Gendarmenmarkt, your journey will take you on a thrilling adventure through some of the most iconic travel destinations in the country. Your discovery doesn't end there. As you hit the open road and drive through Berlin and Rostock, you'll also have plenty of opportunities to uncover hidden gems and experience the authentic charm of Germany. Whether you're exploring enchanting small towns, discovering scenic routes, or indulging in local cuisine, there's always something new and exciting to experience in Germany.

Add tours and tickets to each day of your trip to make the most of your time in Germany. You'll have the opportunity to choose from the best tours and activities that your travel destinations have to offer, meaning you'll never have a boring moment on your road trip through Germany.

Your travel plan itinerary also gives you multiple opportunities to look for souvenirs to memorialize your road trip in Germany.

You'll return home having experienced the very best of everything Germany has to offer. Each twist and turn of the journey adds a unique charm to your travel tales.

You can customize each day of your road trip vacation itinerary with flexible trip planning before and after booking. Enjoy the benefits of exploring all these great attractions at your own speed.

Your travel plan includes everything you need to experience the best of Germany. You'll be booked at the best hotels for 3 nights, with plenty of top-rated breakfast and restaurant options nearby. We'll provide you with the best car rental for 3 days during your self-drive road trip, including CDW insurance.

You'll have access to 24/7 travel support, a personal travel agent, and a step-by-step guide via our flexible mobile app. All taxes are included in your vacation package price. You can choose and add your flight preferences as needed. Make your vacation in Germany extra special by adding tours and tickets to each day of your itinerary.

The best services in Germany fill up quickly, so book your spot early. Select a date and start planning your self-drive road trip in Germany today!

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Included

Hotel, 3 nights
Rental car, 4 days
CDW Insurance
Step-by-step guide
Personal travel agent
24/7 travel support

Destinations

Berlin cityscape with Berlin cathedral and Television tower, Germany.Berlin / 2 nights
Potsdam - city in GermanyPotsdam
Rostock - city in GermanyRostock / 1 night

Map

Attractions

Photo of aerial view of Berlin skyline with famous TV tower at Alexanderplatz  at sunset, Germany.Alexanderplatz
Photo of the Brandenburg Gate in Berlin on a sunny day, Germany.Brandenburg Gate
Photo of Stone elephants and the arch on the entrance to the Berlin Zoological Garden, Germany, the biggest zoo in the world by amount of species.Berlin Zoological Garden
Photo of panoramic view at the Potsdamer Platz, Berlin, Germany.Potsdamer Platz
Photo of Graffiti at the East Side Gallery in Berlin, Germany, the East Side Gallery is the longest preserved stretch of the Berlin wall.East Side Gallery
Photo of Holocaust Memorial Berlin Germany Memorial to the Murdered Jews of Europe, Germany.Memorial to the Murdered Jews of Europe
Photo of the Gendarmenmarkt square with concert house building and German cathedral during the morning light in Berlin city.Gendarmenmarkt
Photo of beautiful view of Chinese House in Sanssouci Park, Potsdam, Germany.Sanssouci Park
photo of Sanssouci Palace, the former summer palace of Frederick the Great, King of Prussia, in Potsdam, near Berlin, Potsdam, Germany.Sanssouci
photo of view of The Brandenburg Gate in Berlin at sunrise, GermanyBrandenburg Gate
New Palace (Neues Palais) in Sanssouci park in spring, Potsdam, GermanyNeues Palais in Potsdam

Travel details

Travel dates
Jan 1 - Jan 4

Include flights?

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No

Flights

Round trip
Economy
Round trip
Economy

Travelers

Rooms

1 traveler1 room
1 traveler1 room

Flights
Yes
No

Round trip
Economy
Round trip
Economy

Car
Yes
No

Car

Small car

Small car

Category
small car
Transmission
People
Large bags
Medium car

Medium car

Category
Medium
Transmission
People
Large bags
Premium car

Premium car

Category
premium car
Transmission
People
Large bags

Hotels

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Day 1 – Berlin - arrival day

Day 1

Day 1 – Berlin - arrival day

  • Berlin - Arrival day
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  • Brandenburg Gate
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Your road trip adventure in Germany begins as soon as you reach the incredible city of Berlin. You’ll stay in Berlin for 2 nights, experiencing all the best things to do and see in the city.

Berlin has many popular destinations you can explore. You could visit attractions like the incredible Brandenburg Gate. This attraction is a triumphal arch and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 137,566 visitors.

When you're done sightseeing for the day, you'll check in at one of the best hotels or places to stay in the city. Your stay promises to be a delightful continuation of your exploration, providing comfort and tranquility to recharge for the adventures that lie ahead.

When you’re ready for dinner, we recommend you try one of the best restaurants in the city of Berlin, Restaurant Maximilians Berlin. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 6,853 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Berlin is Dreh-Restaurant Sphere im Berliner Fernsehturm. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 4,375 customers.

Locals recommend BrewDog Berlin Mitte as one of the best restaurants in the city of Berlin. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 3,557 customers.

Berlin also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of Berlin is LIMONADIER Cocktailbar. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 902 customers.

Enjoy toasting the start of your 4-day vacation in Germany!

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Day 2 – Berlin and Rostock

Day 2

Day 2 – Berlin and Rostock

  • Berlin
  • Rostock
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Drive 240 km, 3 hours 5 min

  • Alexanderplatz
  • East Side Gallery
  • Memorial to the Murdered Jews of Europe
  • Potsdamer Platz
  • Berlin Zoological Garden
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Day 2 of your road trip through Germany gives you the opportunity to experience two places in one day. You'll start your day with some exploring in the city of Berlin and end it at a top-rated hotel in the city of Rostock. You will stay in Rostock for 1 night. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

One of the best places to visit today in Berlin is the amazing Alexanderplatz. This attraction is a square that is rated an average of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 184,805 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible holocaust memorial, Memorial to the Murdered Jews of Europe. With an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 41,805 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Berlin is the outstanding Potsdamer Platz. This popular square and travel destination has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 51,421 visitors.

You can make the most of your new day in Berlin by joining activities and tours that let you discover what else the city has in store for you. There are many top-rated experiences you can include in your travel plan to add flavor to your road trip in Germany. Browse all of your options and reserve your slot before it's too late.

At the end of the day, you will drive to the city of Rostock, where you will access the best hotels and places to stay.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Schallmauer -Rostocks Fliegerkneipe-, one of the best restaurants in the city of Rostock. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 518 customers.

Locals also recommend Samba Cocktailbar as one of the best restaurants in the city of Rostock. Samba Cocktailbar is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 396 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Rostock is Stadtkind. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 356 customers.

After dinner, visit mash. , which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Rostock. This bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 365 customers.

Raise your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure through Germany!

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Day 3 – Brandenburg and Berlin

Day 3

Day 3 – Brandenburg and Berlin

  • Potsdam
  • Berlin
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Drive 264 km, 3 hours 15 min

  • Neues Palais in Potsdam
  • Sanssouci Park
  • Sanssouci
  • Brandenburg Gate
  • More

Rise and shine on day 3 of your road trip in Germany. Today, you'll wake up in Rostock and embark on a scenic drive to Berlin, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 1 night. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Rostock and Brandenburg before you reach your end destination for the day.

It’s hard not to feel excited about visiting attractions in a destination as lovely as Rostock. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful Rostock Zoo. This attraction is a zoo that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 13,348 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible IGA Park. This attraction, a beloved park, has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 3,691 visitors.

If you have time, another site you could explore in Rostock is the stunning St. Mary's Church, Rostock. This church and travel destination has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,489 visitors.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable Neues Palais in Potsdam. This attraction is a palace that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 7,763 visitors.

If you want to explore more, visit the incredible Sanssouci Park. This park and attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 29,145 reviews.

Another site you could visit today is the top-rated Sanssouci. This palace and travel destination is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 21,310 visitors.

The lovely Brandenburg Gate is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 13,052 visitors have left this triumphal arch an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

When you're done with your sightseeing in Brandenburg, it's time to continue your drive to the city of Berlin. When you arrive in Berlin you’ll check in at one of the best hotels in the area.

We recommend you end the day with a dinner at a popular restaurant near your accommodation, like Nante-Eck | Restaurant Berlin Mitte. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 3,263 customers.

Locals also recommend Zur Gerichtslaube, another of the best restaurants in Berlin. Zur Gerichtslaube is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,868 customers.

After dinner, visit KASCHK by BRLO to enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in Berlin, with an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,635 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Alt-Berliner Gasthaus Julchen Hoppe. This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation. Alt-Berliner Gasthaus Julchen Hoppe has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,661 customers.

End your day by raising your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure in Germany, and look forward to more great days to come!

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Day 4 – Berlin - departure day

Day 4

Day 4 – Berlin - departure day

  • Berlin - Departure day
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  • Gendarmenmarkt
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Day 4 of your road trip in Germany is your departure day. This is your chance to catch one last glimpse of Berlin before saying goodbye to this wonderful destination. When you have time to explore the area before you make your way home, we recommend visiting some of the following attractions.

Gendarmenmarkt is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Berlin. This square and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 36,595 visitors.

Take a stroll along the main shopping streets of Berlin and find some souvenirs to remind you of your road trip in Germany.

You could then enjoy your last meal in the city of Berlin at Restaurant Nolle before you travel home. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,696 customers.

Alternatively, we also recommend Alt-Berliner Gasthaus Julchen Hoppe for your last chance at a meal in the city of Berlin. The Alt-Berliner Gasthaus Julchen Hoppe restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,661 customers.

You’ll then say farewell to Berlin. We wish you a pleasant journey home, with many wonderful memories of your unforgettable vacation in Germany!

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