5-Day Germany Road Trip from Berlin traveling south to Dresden

Your road trip adventure in Germany begins as soon as you reach the incredible city of Berlin. You’ll stay in Berlin for 3 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 160,469 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, A Mano. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 3,451 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Berlin is Restaurant Trattoria Portofino. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 2,371 customers.

Locals recommend Dreh-Restaurant Sphere im Berliner Fernsehturm 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 4,375 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.

Another of the best bars in the city of Berlin is Restaurant Maximilians Berlin. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 6,853 customers.

Locals also enjoy BrewDog Berlin Mitte. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 3,557 customers.

Enjoy toasting the start of your 5-day vacation in Germany!

Day 2 of your road trip will take you to the best attractions Berlin has to offer. Cherish the 2 nights you have left in Berlin by discovering the best things there are to see and do in the city.

There are plenty of attractions, markets, and restaurants for you to experience today in the city of Berlin. Your accommodation will be conveniently located close to several of the best attractions you won't want to miss.

You'll be able to visit more of the best travel destinations in the city of Berlin, like the extraordinary Berlin Zoological Garden. This attraction is a zoo and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 62,430 visitors.

Another of the best travel destinations in Berlin is the spectacular Siegessäule. This attraction is a victory column and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 25,973 visitors.

You could then travel to the amazing Großer Tiergarten. This park has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 23,234 visitors.

Memorial to the Murdered Jews of Europe is another stop you might want to add to your itinerary. This holocaust memorial is a popular destination among visitors in Berlin. Rated at an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 45,023 visitors, it’s one many travelers find worthy a visit.

If you’re interested in seeing something outstanding today, then consider Potsdamer Platz. Potsdamer Platz is a square and popular attraction in Berlin. More than 59,527 visitors have rated this place an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars.

Your discovery of Berlin does not have to stop there. Check out the fantastic selection of tours and tickets offered in Berlin on this day of your trip.

After a long day of exploring some of the most popular attractions in Germany, be sure to eat at YOSOY TAPAS BERLIN, which is considered one of the best restaurants in the city of Berlin. This restaurant is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 3,116 customers.

Alternatively, another of the top restaurants in the city of Berlin is the popular NENI Berlin. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 3,628 customers.

Another great restaurant we recommend in the city of Berlin is Delhi 6 Restaurant - Berlin. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,923 customers.

When you’ve finished your meal, Zur Gerichtslaube is one of the best bars in the city of Berlin for an after-dinner drink. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,868 customers.

KASCHK by BRLO is another of the most popular bars in the city of Berlin. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,635 customers.

Alternatively, a great bar that locals enjoy in the city of Berlin is Alt-Berliner Gasthaus Julchen Hoppe. Alt-Berliner Gasthaus Julchen Hoppe has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,661 customers.

Stopping at one of these popular bars is the perfect way to celebrate another incredible day in the magical city of Berlin!

Day 3 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 Dresden. You will stay in Dresden 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 Berlin Cathedral. This attraction is a lutheran cathedral that is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 35,783 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible museum, Berlin Wall Memorial. With an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 40,682 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Berlin is the outstanding Alexanderplatz. This popular square and travel destination has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 210,891 visitors.

The spectacular East Side Gallery is another popular attraction you can visit today. This fascinating art museum and attraction has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 53,098 visitors.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic Treptower Park. This attraction is a popular park that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 21,633 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 Dresden, where you will access the best hotels and places to stay.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Kutscherschänke - Uriges Wirtshaus, one of the best restaurants in the city of Dresden. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 6,669 customers.

Locals also recommend Schwerelos – Das Achterbahn-Restaurant as one of the best restaurants in the city of Dresden. Schwerelos – Das Achterbahn-Restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 7,313 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Dresden is Sophienkeller im Taschenbergpalais. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 4,294 customers.

After dinner, visit Lloyd’s Café & Bar, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Dresden. This bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,382 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like HANS IM GLÜCK - DRESDEN Altmarkt. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 7,391 customers.

Alternatively, Restaurant Carolaschlösschen Dresden is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Dresden. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 4,533 customers.

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

As you rise to greet the dawn on day 4 of your epic road trip in Germany, you'll awaken to the bustling city of Dresden. Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Berlin. You’ll stay in Berlin for 1 night. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of Dresden’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of Dresden, start your day with a visit to the amazing Zwinger. This much-appreciated palace and attraction is rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 49,025 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Semperoper. This opera house and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 13,463 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Church of Our Lady to make the most of your road trip across Germany. The spectacular Church of Our Lady is a church building that has been rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 29,743 visitors.

The lovely Brühl's Terrace is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 12,513 visitors have left this tourist attraction average ratings of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

If you feel like visiting another type of sight or don’t want to jump into the car quite yet, spend some time at the spectacular The Grand Garden of Dresden. This attraction is a park rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 14,683 reviews.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Dresden has to offer, you'll be ready to hit the open road and continue your unforgettable road trip towards the city of Berlin. Berlin offers plenty of options for top-rated hotels and other places to stay that fit all travel budgets.

After you’ve settled into your accommodation, we recommend a dinner at the popular Café Anna Blume. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.3 out of 5 stars in 3,328 reviews.

The remarkable Nante-Eck | Restaurant Berlin Mitte is another top restaurant in Berlin we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 3,263 customers.

If you would rather go somewhere else, the famous Alt-Berliner Wirtshaus is also an excellent choice. This well-loved restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 3,238 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Berlin, the fantastic Gaffel Haus Berlin - Kölsches Konsulat. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,365 customers.

To end your night the best way possible, we recommend going to the wonderful Mikkeller Berlin. This bar offers a great variety of drinks and has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,202 customers.

Another bar with a great atmosphere is Train Cocktailbar. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,196 customers, so don’t forget to check this one out as well!

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in Germany!

Day 5 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.

Checkpoint Charlie is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Berlin. This must-see tourist destination and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.1 out of 5 stars by 81,962 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 SOY before you travel home. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,248 customers.

Alternatively, we also recommend Gasthaus Krombach for your last chance at a meal in the city of Berlin. The Gasthaus Krombach restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,002 customers.

If you'd prefer a popular restaurant that locals enjoy, try Byblos Restaurant Berlin. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 1,453 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!