5-Day Germany Road Trip from Dresden traveling south to Ingolstadt and Munich

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!

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 Ingolstadt. You will stay in Ingolstadt for 1 night. 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 Brühl's Terrace. This attraction is a tourist attraction that is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 12,650 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible church building, Church of Our Lady. With an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 30,160 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Dresden is the outstanding Semperoper. This popular opera house and travel destination has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 13,687 visitors.

The spectacular Zwinger is another popular attraction you can visit today. This fascinating palace and attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 49,362 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 Ingolstadt, where you will access the best hotels and places to stay.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Hamburgerei Ingolstadt, one of the best restaurants in the city of Ingolstadt. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 2,011 customers.

Locals also recommend das "Mo" - Neue Galerie as one of the best restaurants in the city of Ingolstadt. Das "Mo" - Neue Galerie is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,161 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Ingolstadt is Weissbräuhaus zum Herrnbräu. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,048 customers.

After dinner, visit Chilli's Ingolstadt Mexican Restaurant y Bar, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Ingolstadt. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,477 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like diagonal. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 265 customers.

Alternatively, Hans im Glück is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Ingolstadt. This bar is rated an average of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 2,257 customers.

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

As you rise to greet the dawn on day 3 of your epic road trip in Germany, you'll awaken to the bustling city of Dachau. Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Munich. You’ll stay in Munich for 1 night. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of Dachau’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of Dachau, start your day with a visit to the amazing Rathausplatz. This much-appreciated top-tier point of interest and attraction is rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 8,222 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Augsburg Zoo. This zoo and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 13,615 visitors.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Dachau has to offer, you'll be ready to hit the open road and continue your unforgettable road trip towards the city of Munich. Munich 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 Little London / Bar & Grill. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 2,409 reviews.

The remarkable Hofbräuhaus München is another top restaurant in Munich we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 65,884 customers.

If you would rather go somewhere else, the famous Augustiner-Keller is also an excellent choice. This well-loved restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 30,632 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Munich, the fantastic Zephyr Bar. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,016 customers.

To end your night the best way possible, we recommend going to the wonderful Schneider Bräuhaus München. This bar offers a great variety of drinks and has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 9,282 customers.

Another bar with a great atmosphere is Kennedy's Bar and Restaurant. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 5,885 customers, so don’t forget to check this one out as well!

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in Germany!

Day 4 of your road trip will take you to the city of Munich and the city of Chemnitz. You’ll stay in Dresden for 1 night.

One of the best places to explore in the city of Munich today is Marienplatz. This excellent attraction is a square that has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 118,139 visitors.

We also recommend you visit the amazing Olympiapark, an outstanding olympic park, in the city of Munich. Around 68,103 travelers rated this attraction with 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit in the city of Munich is English Garden. This amazing attraction is a park and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 61,616 visitors.

To experience the local culture, see more of Germany, and meet new people at the same time, we highly recommend you go on a tour. You’ll find many top-rated and popular tours in the city, offering unique experiences that will inspire you. On this tour, you can go on an epic adventure to some of the best places to visit in Germany. You also get to admire popular places of interest.

You could then travel to Chemnitz Botanical Garden for some unforgettable sightseeing experience in the city of Chemnitz. This popular attraction is a botanical garden and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,613 visitors.

You’ll have your choice of the best hotels and places to stay in the city of Dresden.

After a long day of traveling and sightseeing, we recommend you try one of the best restaurants in the city of Dresden, Sophienkeller im Taschenbergpalais. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 4,294 customers.

Locals recommend Pulverturm as one of the best restaurants in the city of Dresden. Pulverturm is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 3,763 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Dresden is L'Osteria. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 4,368 customers.

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

You could also relax with a drink at a popular bar like Nightfly shisha and cocktail. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,337 customers.

Gin House Dresden is a popular bar that locals recommend in the city of Dresden. This bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 413 customers.

Be sure to celebrate another day of your incredible road trip adventure through Germany with a toast!

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!