7-Day Germany Road Trip from Dresden traveling west to Berlin, Weimar, 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.

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 L'Osteria. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 4,368 customers.

Locals recommend Shamrock Irish Bar & 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 3,555 customers.

Dresden also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of Dresden is Nightfly shisha and cocktail. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,337 customers.

Enjoy toasting the start of your 7-day vacation in Germany!

As you rise to greet the dawn on day 2 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 2 nights. 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 Semperoper. This much-appreciated opera house and attraction is rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 11,058 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Zwinger. This palace and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 44,348 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 26,184 visitors.

The lovely Brühl's Terrace is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 10,636 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 Golden Rider. This attraction is a monument rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars in 9,022 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 Restaurant Maximilians Berlin. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.3 out of 5 stars in 6,853 reviews.

The remarkable Dreh-Restaurant Sphere im Berliner Fernsehturm is another top restaurant in Berlin we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 4,375 customers.

If you would rather go somewhere else, the famous BrewDog Berlin Mitte is also an excellent choice. This well-loved restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 3,557 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Berlin, the fantastic LIMONADIER Cocktailbar. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 902 customers.

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in Germany!

On day 3 of your road trip across Germany, you’ll have the perfect day exploring the wonderful city of Dresden. You’ll stay in Dresden 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 Hotel am Borsigturm, one of the best 4-star hotels in the city of Dresden. This hotel has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 2,176 guests.

The best luxury hotel option in the city of Dresden is the 5-star JW Marriott Hotel Berlin. The hotel is rated an average of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 1,313 guests.

One of the best hotels we recommend in the city of Dresden is the 3-star Citadines Kurfürstendamm Berlin. This 3-star apartment has an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars by 1,782 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 Dresden, like the outstanding Großer Tiergarten. This attraction has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 21,647 visitors.

Brandenburg Gate is another popular attraction you could visit in the city of Dresden. This incredible attraction is a triumphal arch and has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 137,566 visitors.

One of the best attractions you could visit in the city of Dresden is the extraordinary Berlin Wall Memorial. This museum is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars in 36,668 reviews.

As the day moves along, one attraction you’ll probably want to visit is the incredible Alexanderplatz. Around 184,805 visitors have given this square an average rating of 4.2 out of 5 stars.

Come to Dresden 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 Dresden.

After a day of exploring, try one of the best restaurants in the city of Dresden.

We recommend you eat at a delicious restaurant that locals enjoy, like Nante-Eck | Restaurant Berlin Mitte, after your day of exploring the city of Dresden. This excellent restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 3,263 customers.

Zur Gerichtslaube is another of the best restaurants in the city of Dresden. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,868 customers.

Locals recommend KASCHK by BRLO, one of the best bars in the city of Dresden, 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 Dresden, Alt-Berliner Gasthaus Julchen Hoppe. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,661 customers.

It's a perfect place to relax and enjoy another amazing evening in Germany.

Day 4 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 Weimar. You will stay in Weimar 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 Gendarmenmarkt. This attraction is a square that is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 36,595 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 Dresden 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 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 Weimar, where you will access the best hotels and places to stay.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Cielo Weimar, one of the best restaurants in the city of Weimar. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,287 customers.

Locals also recommend Restaurant INDIA as one of the best restaurants in the city of Weimar. Restaurant INDIA is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 861 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Weimar is El Burrito. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 837 customers.

After dinner, visit Benediktiner Wirtshaus im joHanns Hof, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Weimar. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 598 customers.

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

Rise and shine on day 5 of your road trip in Germany. Today, you'll wake up in Weimar and embark on a scenic drive to Munich, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 1 night. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Weimar and Nuremberg 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 Weimar. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful Park a der Ilm. This attraction is an english garden that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 3,682 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible Schloss Belvedere. This attraction, a beloved english garden, has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 2,483 visitors.

If you have time, another site you could explore in Weimar is the stunning Goethe's House. This museum and travel destination has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,482 visitors.

Wave goodbye to Dresden and continue your journey by car. If you want to break up today’s drive into two, take the opportunity to stop and discover what the city of Nuremberg has to offer.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable Documentation Center Nazi Party Rally Grounds. This attraction is a military museum that has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 14,678 visitors.

If you want to explore more, visit the incredible Nuremberg Castle. This castle and attraction has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 33,052 reviews.

Another site you could visit today is the top-rated Schöner Brunnen. This well and travel destination is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 6,747 visitors.

When you're done with your sightseeing in Nuremberg, it's time to continue your drive to the city of Munich. When you arrive in Munich 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 Hofbräuhaus München. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 65,884 customers.

Locals also recommend Schneider Bräuhaus München, another of the best restaurants in Munich. Schneider Bräuhaus München is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 9,282 customers.

If you feel like having something else, check out the menu at Augustiner Klosterwirt GmbH. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 7,224 customers and is a great place to enjoy a lovely meal.

After dinner, visit Kennedy's Bar and Restaurant to enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in Munich, with an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 5,885 customers.

This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation.

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!

You’ll stay in Dresden for 1 night.

One of the best places to explore today is Marienplatz. This excellent attraction is a square that has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 98,402 visitors.

Around 54,246 travelers rated this attraction with 4.6 out of 5 stars.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit is Olympiapark. This amazing attraction is an olympic park and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 60,982 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. 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’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, Luisenhof, Dresden. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,856 customers.

Locals recommend Coselpalais - Restaurant & Grand Café as one of the best restaurants in the city of Dresden. Coselpalais - Restaurant & Grand Café is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,195 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Dresden is Ristorante "Mamma Mia". This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,013 customers.

After dinner, visit one of the top bars in the city of Dresden, Wohnzimmer Dresden. This popular bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 870 customers.

You could also relax with a drink at a popular bar like Irish Fiddler. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 670 customers.

Zapfanstalt is a popular bar that locals recommend in the city of Dresden. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 699 customers.

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

Day 7 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.

Altmarkt is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Dresden. This square and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,682 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 Restaurant brennNessel Dresden before you travel home. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 1,179 customers.

Alternatively, we also recommend Irish Fiddler for your last chance at a meal in the city of Dresden. The Irish Fiddler restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 670 customers.

If you'd prefer a popular restaurant that locals enjoy, try Zapfanstalt. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 699 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!