9-Day Germany Road Trip from Hanover traveling south to Düsseldorf, Heidelberg, Nuremberg, and Dresden

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

Hanover has many popular destinations you can explore. You could visit attractions like the incredible Opernplatz. This attraction is a square and has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 593 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.

Hanover also has several great bars that will fit all travel budgets.

Enjoy toasting the start of your 9-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 Hanover. Today, you'll hit the road once again, setting off on a journey towards the stunning city of Düsseldorf. You’ll stay in Düsseldorf for 1 night. But before you begin your drive, we recommend taking the time to explore some of Hanover’s must-see attractions and local hotspots.

If you’re curious to see more of Hanover, start your day with a visit to the amazing Market Church. This much-appreciated church building and attraction is rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 3,589 visitors.

You could also stop at another of the best local travel destinations in the area, the fascinating Markthalle Hannover. This top-tier point of interest and spectacular attraction has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 8,854 visitors.

We also recommend you spend some time at the popular Herrenhausen Gardens to make the most of your road trip across Germany. The spectacular Herrenhausen Gardens is a park that has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 15,891 visitors.

After soaking up all the sights and sounds that Hanover has to offer, you'll be ready to hit the open road and continue your unforgettable road trip towards the city of Düsseldorf. Düsseldorf 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 Takumi. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.6 out of 5 stars in 5,216 reviews.

The remarkable BLOCK HOUSE Düsseldorf is another top restaurant in Düsseldorf we recommend. This restaurant offers an unforgettable dining experience and is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,673 customers.

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in Germany!

Rise and shine on day 3 of your road trip in Germany. Today, you'll wake up in Dusseldorf and embark on a scenic drive to Heidelberg, where you'll stay at one of the best hotels for 1 night. Seize the opportunity to explore spectacular attractions in Dusseldorf and Rhein-Erft-Kreis 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 Dusseldorf. When you’re eager to explore the city and nearby areas, we recommend visiting some local favorites, such as the wonderful Schloss Benrath. This attraction is a park that has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 10,447 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible Aquazoo Löbbecke Museum Dusseldorf. This attraction, a beloved aquarium, has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 11,994 visitors.

If you have time, another site you could explore in Dusseldorf is the stunning Hofgarten. This english garden and travel destination has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 6,357 visitors.

When you're done with your sightseeing in Rhein-Erft-Kreis, it's time to continue your drive to the city of Heidelberg. When you arrive in Heidelberg you’ll check in at one of the best hotels in the area.

After dinner, visit Vetter's Alt Heidelberger Brauhaus to enjoy a couple of drinks and relax. This bar is one of the best in Heidelberg, with an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 3,422 customers.

You can also enjoy drinks at a popular bar like HANS IM GLÜCK - HEIDELBERG Heiliggeistkirche. This bar is a great spot to meet new friends and celebrate your vacation. HANS IM GLÜCK - HEIDELBERG Heiliggeistkirche has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 3,229 customers.

Sahara Restaurant is another bar locals often recommend. This bar offers a great variety of snacks and drinks and is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,850 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!

Get ready to experience some of the most famous attractions in the area!

One of the best places to visit is the amazing Heidelberg Palace. This attraction is a museum and is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 53,614 visitors.

You could also go sightseeing at the incredible Neckarwiese (Heidelberg). This park and travel destination has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 7,944 visitors.

Joining a top-rated tour in Heidelberg 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 Porsche Museum for some sightseeing. This popular attraction is an automobile museum and has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 27,255 visitors.

Another unforgettable travel destination is the outstanding Schloßplatz. Rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 41,090 visitors, this square deserves a spot on travelers' bucket lists.

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

After dinner, visit Finnegan's Harp Irish Pub, which is considered one of the best bars in the city of Nuremberg. This bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,140 customers.

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

You’ll stay in Dresden for 1 night.

One of the best places to explore in the city of Nuremberg today is Schöner Brunnen. This excellent attraction is a well that has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 8,230 visitors.

We also recommend you visit the amazing St. Sebald Church - Sebalduskirche Nürnberg, an outstanding church, in the city of Nuremberg. Around 2,976 travelers rated this attraction with 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Another of the best travel destinations you can visit in the city of Nuremberg is Nuremberg Castle. This amazing attraction is a castle and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 36,364 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’ll have your choice of the best hotels and places to stay in the city of Dresden.

After dinner, visit one of the top bars in the city of Dresden, HANS IM GLÜCK - DRESDEN Altmarkt. This popular bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 7,391 customers.

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

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 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 Church of Our Lady. This attraction is a church building that is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 29,743 visitors.

You could also stop at the incredible tourist attraction, Brühl's Terrace. With an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 12,513 visitors, this attraction is one of the top sights in the area.

Another unforgettable travel destination in the Dresden is the outstanding Zwinger. This popular palace and travel destination has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 49,025 visitors.

The spectacular Semperoper is another popular attraction you can visit today. This fascinating opera house and attraction has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 13,463 visitors.

If you’re keen to explore even more, then consider a visit to the fantastic Golden Rider. This attraction is a popular monument that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 10,991 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 Dreh-Restaurant Sphere im Berliner Fernsehturm, 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.

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 7 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 14,378 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 7,317 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 best-rated sightseeing 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 Cathedral. This lutheran cathedral is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars in 35,783 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.

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.

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 8 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 Hanover. You’ll stay in Hanover 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 Potsdamer Platz. This much-appreciated square and attraction is rated 4.4 out of 5 stars by 59,527 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 Brandenburg Gate to make the most of your road trip across Germany. The spectacular Brandenburg Gate is a triumphal arch that has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 160,469 visitors.

The lovely Siegessäule is yet another attraction you could pay a visit. Around 25,973 visitors have left this victory column average ratings of 4.6 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 Hanover. Hanover 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 BLOCK HOUSE Am Thielenplatz. This popular restaurant is one of the locals’ most recommended restaurants in the city, with ratings of 4.4 out of 5 stars in 1,505 reviews.

After your meal, we recommend you drink at one of the best bars in Hanover, the fantastic 6 Sinne Sky Bar and Restaurant. This bar has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,028 customers.

Celebrate another amazing vacation day filled with adventure in Germany!

Day 9 of your road trip in Germany is your departure day. This is your chance to catch one last glimpse of Hanover 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.

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

You could then enjoy your last meal in the city of Hanover at Masa Restaurant before you travel home. This popular restaurant is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 929 customers.

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