5-Day Germany road trip Starting from Dresden to Berlin
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Have the adventure of a lifetime with this 5-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 Dresden and 2 nights in Berlin, experiencing the ultimate road trip in Germany. Your road trip will enable you to discover the country's most popular attractions and restaurants in Dresden and Berlin. We'll help you experience the best 5 days in Germany you can imagine so you can leave happy and inspired.
Upon arriving in Dresden, 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 Zwinger and Brandenburg Gate.
You'll have an extensive selection of accommodations to choose from throughout your road trip. We have 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 Alexanderplatz to the breathtaking Checkpoint Charlie and Potsdamer Platz, 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. Make sure to marvel at the remarkable Berlin Zoological Garden and learn more about the unique East Side Gallery to truly immerse yourself in the local culture. As you hit the open road and drive through Dresden and Berlin, 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 4 nights, with plenty of top-rated breakfast and restaurant options nearby. We'll provide you with the best car rental for 4 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. 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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Day 1 – Dresden - arrival day
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- The Grand Garden of Dresden
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Your road trip adventure in Germany begins as soon as you reach the incredible city of Dresden. You’ll stay in Dresden for 2 nights, experiencing all the best things to do and see in the city.
Dresden has many popular destinations you can explore. You could visit attractions like the incredible The Grand Garden of Dresden. This attraction is a park and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 14,790 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 Dresden, HANS IM GLÜCK - DRESDEN Altmarkt. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 7,391 customers.
Another of the best restaurants in the city of Dresden is Kutscherschänke - Uriges Wirtshaus. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 6,669 customers.
Locals recommend Schwerelos – Das Achterbahn-Restaurant as one of the best restaurants in the city of Dresden. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 7,313 customers.
Dresden also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of Dresden is Watzke am Goldenen Reiter. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 3,871 customers.
Another of the best bars in the city of Dresden is Shamrock Irish Bar & Restaurant. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 3,555 customers.
Locals also enjoy Las Tapas. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,709 customers.
Enjoy toasting the start of your 5-day vacation in Germany!
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Day 2 – Dresden and Berlin
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Drive 201 km, 2 hours 50 min
- Zwinger
- Semperoper Dresden
- Church of Our Lady
- Brühl's Terrace
- Loschwitz Bridge
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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 Dresden and end it at a top-rated hotel in the city of Berlin. You will stay in Berlin for 2 nights. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!
One of the best places to visit today in Dresden is the amazing Zwinger. This attraction is a palace that is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 49,362 visitors.
You could also stop at the incredible opera house, Semperoper. With an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 13,687 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.
Another unforgettable travel destination in the Dresden is the outstanding Church of Our Lady. This popular church building and travel destination has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 30,160 visitors.
The spectacular Brühl's Terrace is another popular attraction you can visit today. This fascinating tourist attraction and attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 12,650 visitors.
If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic Loschwitz Bridge. This attraction is a popular cantilever bridge that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 6,256 visitors.
You can make the most of your new day in Dresden 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 Berlin, where you will access the best hotels and places to stay.
After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Restaurant Maximilians Berlin, one of the best restaurants in the city of Berlin. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 6,853 customers.
Locals also recommend A Mano as one of the best restaurants in the city of Berlin. A Mano 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 Dreh-Restaurant Sphere im Berliner Fernsehturm. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 4,375 customers.
After dinner, visit BrewDog Berlin Mitte, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Berlin. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 3,557 customers.
You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Zur Gerichtslaube. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,868 customers.
Alternatively, Berlin Icebar is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Berlin. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,292 customers.
Raise your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure through Germany!
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Day 3 – Berlin
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Drive 12 km, 44 min
- Potsdamer Platz
- Memorial to the Murdered Jews of Europe
- Brandenburg Gate
- Siegessäule
- Berlin Zoological Garden
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On day 3 of your road trip across Germany, you’ll have the perfect day exploring the wonderful city of Berlin. You’ll stay in Berlin for 1 night, meaning you have plenty of time to discover the best things to see and do in the area.
We recommend you stay at the IntercityHotel Berlin Hauptbahnhof, one of the best 4-star hotels in the city of Berlin. This hotel has an average rating of 4 out of 5 stars by 14,929 guests.
The best luxury hotel option in the city of Berlin is the 5-star Steigenberger Hotel Am Kanzleramt. The hotel is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 7,531 guests.
One of the best hotels we recommend in the city of Berlin is the 3-star Hotel AMANO East Side. This 3-star hotel has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 6,751 guests.
Our flexible booking system will automatically provide you with the best alternatives if these hotels are not available.
You'll have easy access to popular travel destinations in the city of Berlin, like the outstanding Potsdamer Platz. This attraction has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 60,213 visitors.
Memorial to the Murdered Jews of Europe is another popular attraction you could visit in the city of Berlin. This incredible attraction is a holocaust memorial and has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 45,332 visitors.
One of the best attractions you could visit in the city of Berlin is the extraordinary Brandenburg Gate. This triumphal arch is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 161,792 reviews.
As the day moves along, one attraction you’ll probably want to visit is the incredible Siegessäule. Around 26,275 visitors have given this victory column an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars.
Today you'll also have the opportunity to spend some time at the fantastic Berlin Zoological Garden. Berlin Zoological Garden is a popular zoo, rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 63,157 travelers.
Come to Berlin prepared by adding some tours and tickets to your vacation package. Book a popular and budget-friendly activity you can do on this day in Berlin.
After a day of exploring, try one of the best restaurants in the city of Berlin.
We recommend you eat at a delicious restaurant that locals enjoy, like YOSOY TAPAS BERLIN, after your day of exploring the city of Berlin. This excellent restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 3,116 customers.
Delhi 6 Restaurant - Berlin is another of the best restaurants in the city of Berlin. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,923 customers.
Another of the best restaurants in the city of Berlin is Restaurant Trattoria Portofino. The restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 2,371 customers.
Locals recommend KASCHK by BRLO, one of the best bars in the city of Berlin, for a refreshing evening drink to finish your day. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,635 customers.
Alternatively, you could choose another of the most popular bars in the city of Berlin, Alt-Berliner Gasthaus Julchen Hoppe. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,661 customers.
Gaffel Haus Berlin - Kölsches Konsulat is also one of the best bars in the city of Berlin. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,365 customers.
It's a perfect place to relax and enjoy another amazing evening in Germany.
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Day 4 – Berlin and Dresden
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Drive 202 km, 2 hours 59 min
- Checkpoint Charlie
- Topography of Terror
- Berlin Wall Memorial
- Alexanderplatz
- East Side Gallery
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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 Berlin. Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Dresden. You’ll stay in Dresden for 1 night. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of Berlin’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.
If you’re curious to see more of Berlin, start your day with a visit to the amazing Checkpoint Charlie. This much-appreciated top-tier point of interest and attraction is rated 4.1 out of 5 stars by 82,690 visitors.
You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Topography of Terror. This military museum and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 36,438 visitors.
We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Berlin Wall Memorial to make the most of your road trip across Germany. The spectacular Berlin Wall Memorial is a museum that has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 40,977 visitors.
The lovely Alexanderplatz is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 212,589 visitors have left this square average ratings of 4.3 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 East Side Gallery. This attraction is an art museum rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars in 53,795 reviews.
After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Berlin has to offer, you'll be ready to hit the open road and continue your unforgettable road trip towards the city of Dresden. Dresden 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 Sophienkeller im Taschenbergpalais. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.6 out of 5 stars in 4,294 reviews.
The remarkable Pulverturm is another top restaurant in Dresden we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 3,763 customers.
If you would rather go somewhere else, the famous L'Osteria is also an excellent choice. This well-loved restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 4,368 customers.
After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Dresden, the fantastic Lloyd’s Café & Bar. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,382 customers.
To end your night the best way possible, we recommend going to the wonderful Nightfly shisha and cocktail. This bar offers a great variety of drinks and has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,337 customers.
Another bar with a great atmosphere is Gin House Dresden. This bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 413 customers, so don’t forget to check this one out as well!
Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in Germany!
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Day 5 – Dresden - departure day
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- Golden Rider
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Day 5 of your road trip in Germany is your departure day. This is your chance to catch one last glimpse of Dresden 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.
Golden Rider is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Dresden. This monument and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 11,091 visitors.
Take a stroll along the main shopping streets of Dresden and find some souvenirs to remind you of your road trip in Germany.
You could then enjoy your last meal in the city of Dresden at Wilma Wunder Dresden before you travel home. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 3,474 customers.
Alternatively, we also recommend Coselpalais - Restaurant & Grand Café for your last chance at a meal in the city of Dresden. The Coselpalais - Restaurant & Grand Café restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,195 customers.
If you'd prefer a popular restaurant that locals enjoy, try Ristorante "Mamma Mia". This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,013 customers.
You’ll then say farewell to Dresden. We wish you a pleasant journey home, with many wonderful memories of your unforgettable vacation in Germany!
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