One-Week Germany Road Trip from Düsseldorf to Hanover, Berlin, Hamburg, and Muenster

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

Düsseldorf has many popular destinations you can explore. You could visit attractions like the incredible Burgplatz. This attraction is a square and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 5,458 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 Düsseldorf, Takumi. The restaurant is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 5,216 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Düsseldorf is BLOCK HOUSE Düsseldorf. This restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,673 customers.

Locals recommend HeimWerk Altstadt as one of the best restaurants in the city of Düsseldorf. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,167 customers.

Düsseldorf also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets. One of the best bars in the city of Düsseldorf is Uerige. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 10,926 customers.

Another of the best bars in the city of Düsseldorf is Palito Restaurant Düsseldorf. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,493 customers.

Locals also enjoy Im Goldenen Kessel. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,336 customers.

Enjoy toasting the start of your 8-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 Düsseldorf and end it at a top-rated hotel in the city of Hanover. You will stay in Hanover for 1 night. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

One of the best places to visit today in Düsseldorf is the amazing Hofgarten. This attraction is an english garden that is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 6,357 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible aquarium, Aquazoo Löbbecke Museum Dusseldorf. With an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 11,994 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Düsseldorf is the outstanding Rheinuferpromenade Düsseldorf. This popular must-see tourist destination and travel destination has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 4,645 visitors.

The spectacular Schloss Benrath is another popular attraction you can visit today. This fascinating park and attraction has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 10,447 visitors.

You can make the most of your new day in Düsseldorf 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 Hanover, where you will access the best hotels and places to stay.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Meteora, one of the best restaurants in the city of Hanover. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 2,756 customers.

Locals also recommend Al-dar as one of the best restaurants in the city of Hanover. Al-dar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,837 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Hanover is Pier 51 Restaurant. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 3,154 customers.

After dinner, visit Beef and Reef, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Hanover. This bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 816 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Bavarium Hannover. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 4,434 customers.

Alternatively, Dublin Inn is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Hanover. This bar is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,742 customers.

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

Day 3 of your road trip through Germany is your chance to discover two places in one day, the city of Hanover and the city of Brunswick. Get ready to experience some of the most famous attractions in the area!

One of the best places to visit in the city of Hanover is the amazing Markthalle Hannover. This attraction is a best-rated sightseeing destination and is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 8,854 visitors.

You could also go sightseeing at the incredible Herrenhausen Gardens. This park and travel destination has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 15,891 visitors.

Hanover Zoo is another popular attraction you can explore in the city of Hanover. This well-known attraction, a spectacular zoo, has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from over 26,506 reviews.

Joining a top-rated tour in Hanover is another excellent way to spend your new day in Germany. The best tours in this travel destination will take you on an exploration to some of Germany’s most well-known attractions and best-kept secrets.

With this tour, you’ll set out on a journey to Germany’s most interesting sights. As you go along this remarkable tour, you’ll also have the unique opportunity to catch a glimpse of Germany’s scenic spots.

You could then travel to the amazing Brunswick Palace in the city of Brunswick for some sightseeing. This popular attraction is a château and has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 6,653 visitors.

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

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try A Mano, one of the best restaurants in the city of Berlin. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 3,451 customers.

Locals also recommend Restaurant Trattoria Portofino as one of the best restaurants in the city of Berlin. Restaurant Trattoria Portofino is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 2,371 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 LIMONADIER Cocktailbar, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Berlin. This bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 902 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Restaurant Maximilians Berlin. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 6,853 customers.

Alternatively, BrewDog Berlin Mitte 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 3,557 customers.

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

On day 4 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 Motel One Berlin-Alexanderplatz. This 3-star hotel has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 11,738 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 Topography of Terror. This attraction has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 36,144 visitors.

Checkpoint Charlie is another popular attraction you could visit in the city of Berlin. This incredible attraction is a must-see tourist destination and has been rated an average of 4.1 out of 5 stars by 81,962 visitors.

One of the best attractions you could visit in the city of Berlin is the extraordinary Berlin Wall Memorial. This museum is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars in 40,682 reviews.

As the day moves along, one attraction you’ll probably want to visit is the incredible Alexanderplatz. Around 210,891 visitors have given this square an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

Today you'll also have the opportunity to spend some time at the fantastic East Side Gallery. East Side Gallery is a popular art museum, rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 53,098 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.

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

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Berlin is Delhi 6 Restaurant - Berlin. The restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,923 customers.

Locals recommend Zur Gerichtslaube, 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 2,868 customers.

Alternatively, you could choose another of the most popular bars in the city of Berlin, KASCHK by BRLO. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,635 customers.

Alt-Berliner Gasthaus Julchen Hoppe is also one of the best bars in the city of Berlin. This bar is rated an average 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.

As you rise to greet the dawn on day 5 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 Hamburg. You’ll stay in Hamburg 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 Brandenburg Gate. This much-appreciated triumphal arch and attraction is rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 160,469 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Memorial to the Murdered Jews of Europe. This holocaust memorial and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 45,023 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Potsdamer Platz to make the most of your road trip across Germany. The spectacular Potsdamer Platz is a square that has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 59,527 visitors.

The lovely Berlin Zoological Garden is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 62,430 visitors have left this zoo average ratings of 4.5 out of 5 stars.

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 Hamburg. Hamburg 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 estancia steaks. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.7 out of 5 stars in 1,416 reviews.

The remarkable Hanoi Deli Rathaus is another top restaurant in Hamburg we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,380 customers.

If you would rather go somewhere else, the famous Brücke 10 is also an excellent choice. This well-loved restaurant is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 7,069 customers.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Hamburg, the fantastic Le Lion • Bar de Paris. This bar has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,224 customers.

To end your night the best way possible, we recommend going to the wonderful The Chug Club. This bar offers a great variety of drinks and has been rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 734 customers.

Another bar with a great atmosphere is Skyline Bar 20up. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,995 customers, so don’t forget to check this one out as well!

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in Germany!

Day 6 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 Hamburg and end it at a top-rated hotel in the city of Muenster. You will stay in Muenster for 1 night. Have a hearty breakfast and get excited for a wonderful day ahead!

One of the best places to visit today in Hamburg is the amazing Planten un Blomen. This attraction is a park that is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 21,777 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible road tunnel, Elbe Tunnel. With an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 34,402 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Hamburg is the outstanding St. Pauli Piers. This popular top-tier point of interest and travel destination has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 17,228 visitors.

The spectacular Elbe Philharmonic Hall is another popular attraction you can visit today. This fascinating concert hall and attraction has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 76,719 visitors.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic Miniatur Wunderland. This attraction is a popular museum that has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 86,083 visitors.

You can make the most of your new day in Hamburg 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 Muenster, where you will access the best hotels and places to stay.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Namaste | Indisches Restaurant, one of the best restaurants in the city of Muenster. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 662 customers.

Locals also recommend Restaurant Ackermann as one of the best restaurants in the city of Muenster. Restaurant Ackermann is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 631 customers.

Another of the best restaurants in the city of Muenster is Altes Gasthaus Leve. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,404 customers.

After dinner, visit HANS IM GLÜCK - MÜNSTER Altstadt, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Muenster. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 3,397 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like Gasthaus & Gaststätte Stuhlmacher. This bar has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,560 customers.

Alternatively, Cavete Muenster is one of the best bars that locals recommend in the city of Muenster. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,284 customers.

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

Rise and shine on day 7 of your road trip in Germany. Today, you'll wake up in Münster and embark on a scenic drive to Düsseldorf, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 1 night. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Münster and Werden 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 Münster. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful UNESCO-Welterbe Zollverein. This attraction is a museum that has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 20,630 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible Krupp-Park. This attraction, a beloved park, has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 2,102 visitors.

If you have time, another site you could explore in Münster is the stunning LaserZone LaserTag Essen West - Borbeck. This best-rated sightseeing destination and travel destination has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 7,674 visitors.

Next, you could make your way to the best-rated art museum in Münster. The popular Museum Folkwang is a great place to visit on this day of your road trip adventure. Rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 4,003 visitors, it’s one of the most popular places to see in the city. It’s estimated around 800,000 people visit this attraction each year.

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 Hügel Park. This attraction is a park rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars in 2,519 reviews.

Wave goodbye to Essen 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 Werden has to offer.

One of the most popular attractions you can visit is the remarkable Hügel Park. This attraction is a park that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 2,519 visitors.

When you're done with your sightseeing in Werden, it's time to continue your drive to the city of Düsseldorf. When you arrive in Düsseldorf 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 El Lazo. This restaurant offers various delicious and comforting meals and has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 2,155 customers.

Locals also recommend Konditorei Heinemann, another of the best restaurants in Düsseldorf. Konditorei Heinemann is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,103 customers.

If you feel like having something else, check out the menu at Dritan Alsela Coffee. This restaurant has been rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 2,093 customers and is a great place to enjoy a lovely meal.

After dinner, visit o’reilly’s Irish Pub & Restaurant to enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in Düsseldorf, with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,111 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like The Irish Pub Bei Fatty - Fatty's. This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation. The Irish Pub Bei Fatty - Fatty's has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,604 customers.

Sausalitos Dusseldorf is another bar locals often recommend. This bar offers a great variety of snacks and drinks and is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 1,447 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!

Day 8 of your road trip in Germany is your departure day. This is your chance to catch one last glimpse of Düsseldorf 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.

Tritonenbrunnen in Düsseldorf is an extraordinary attraction you could visit to enjoy your last day in Düsseldorf. This well and popular site of interest has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,001 visitors.

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

You could then enjoy your last meal in the city of Düsseldorf at Breidenbacher Hof Düsseldorf before you travel home. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,283 customers.

Alternatively, we also recommend bona'me Düsseldorf for your last chance at a meal in the city of Düsseldorf. The bona'me Düsseldorf restaurant has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 1,723 customers.

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