Cheap 5-Day Germany Road Trip from Hamburg traveling west to Muenster and Dortmund

Your exciting road trip through Germany starts when you reach the incredible city of Hamburg, where you'll stay for 2 nights. You'll pick up your rental car in Hamburg and begin your adventure in Germany.

Hamburg is a popular cheap holiday destination in Germany with something to offer every traveler. When you're ready to explore the city, stop at some of the best places to visit in Hamburg and get this road trip adventure rolling.

A trip to the amazing Elbe Philharmonic Hall will make your cheap holiday in Germany truly special. This attraction is a fascinating concert hall that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 76,719 visitors.

When you're done sightseeing for the day, you'll check in at one of the best budget-friendly hotels or places to stay in the city.

When you're hungry and ready to take a break from your adventure, treat yourself to a delicious meal at one of the best restaurants in Hamburg. An excellent example is the popular estancia steaks. Serving a menu of mouthwatering dishes, this restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,416 customers.

Another restaurant you should check out during your cheap vacation in Germany is Hanoi Deli Rathaus. Rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,380 customers, this famous restaurant is one of the city's most recommended places to eat.

If you wish to dine at a restaurant locals love, go to the wonderful Brücke 10. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 7,069 customers, and is an awesome place to satisfy your craving for good food and service.

Le Lion • Bar de Paris is a great bar to relax after a busy day. About 1,224 customers have given this spot an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars, making it one of the most popular bars in the area.

Another bar in Hamburg we recommend is The Chug Club, an excellent place to meet new friends. This bar offers customers plenty of snack and drink options and is rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 734 customers.

Skyline Bar 20up is also one of the best places to go to unwind and chat with locals. Over 2,995 bar-goers have rated it an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars.

Enjoy toasting the start of a terrific road trip vacation and cheap holiday experience in Germany!

On day 2 of your road trip through popular and cheap vacation spots across Germany, you’ll experience two places in one day. You’ll start your day in Hamburg and end your day in the city of Muenster, where you'll stay for 1 night. How much time you’ll spend in each location is up to you.

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

This day is also your chance to stop at the incredible Tierpark Hagenbeck. Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars by 37,313 travelers, a visit to this well-known zoo and sightseeing spot in Hamburg is likely to make your vacation in Germany even more memorable.

Another unforgettable sight in Hamburg is the outstanding Stadtpark. This must-see tourist destination has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 20,328 visitors.

To make the most of your day in this cheap holiday destination in Germany, drop by the popular Miniatur Wunderland. This attraction, an amazing museum, has been rated 4.8 out of 5 stars by 86,083 travelers.

Cheap, budget vacations are nothing but incredible, especially when you’re in Germany. To have the best affordable travel experience in Germany, make time for some unique, challenging, or inspiring activities. Adding a tour to your travel plan promises a one-of-a kind adventure that will make your cheap vacation in Germany unforgettable. Fortunately, you'll find plenty of budget-friendly tours and cheap holiday deals in Germany.

At the end of the day, you will drive to the city of Muenster. Muenster is another cheap travel destination in Germany where you have access to hotels, restaurants, bars, and other conveniences.

After a long day of driving and exploring some of the best attractions a budget vacation in Germany can afford, treat yourself to a hearty meal. You’ll find many great restaurants in Muenster that offer delicious food to help keep you going.

One restaurant we recommend you try in Muenster is Namaste | Indisches Restaurant. This restaurant provides good food and service and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 662 customers.

When talking about the best restaurants in Muenster, Restaurant Ackermann is a name locals often mention. This local favorite offers a variety of options, helping it earn an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 631 diners.

Another restaurant worth trying is Altes Gasthaus Leve. Many locals and cheap holiday goers in Muenster enjoy dining at this restaurant. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 2,404 customers.

As the day is coming to an end, stop at some of Muenster’s best bars to celebrate this day of your road trip vacation in Germany. For example, you can visit HANS IM GLÜCK - MÜNSTER Altstadt. Rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 3,397 customers, this bar is considered a favorite in the area.

Another great place to have a refreshing, celebratory drink is Gasthaus & Gaststätte Stuhlmacher. This popular bar in Muenster has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 1,560 bar-goers.

You can also go to Cavete Muenster as an alternative. More than a bar, the popular Cavete Muenster is also a place for fun or relaxation. Around 1,284 customers have given this city bar an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars.

Raise your glass in celebration of your incredible road trip adventure and cheap holiday experience in Germany!

Day 3 of your road trip across Germany offers you the chance to visit the wonderful Duisburg and the enchanting Cologne, two of the most popular cheap holiday destinations in the country. You'll begin sightseeing in Duisburg and end the day in Cologne, where you'll stay for 1 night.

Buckle up because day 3 of your affordable vacation in Germany will take you to some of locals’ and travelers’ most recommended travel spots!

One place travelers keep coming back to in Duisburg is the magnificent Landschaftspark Duisburg-Nord. Around 26,545 visitors have rated this excellent park and travel destination an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

After capturing the beauty and rich culture of Duisburg, you’ll get back behind the wheels and continue your road trip to the fantastic city of Cologne.

Start your sightseeing in this cheap holiday destination with a visit to the unforgettable Old Market. This popular site is a valued must-see tourist destination in Cologne and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 12,654 visitors.

Another must-visit in Cologne is the spectacular Cologne Cathedral. This outstanding catholic cathedral and sightseeing destination has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from more than 68,667 travelers.

You can also stop at the popular Cologne Chocolate Museum to make your cheap holiday experience in Cologne truly special. This museum and place of interest has been rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 36,145 visitors.

Exploring one unique site after another provides you the much-needed variety during your self-drive tour across Germany. But to satisfy your curiosity or need for adventure, we recommend you add excursions in today’s agenda. You have a great selection of popular and low-cost activities to choose from in Germany. Make your cheap holiday experience in Germany more memorable by doing something new, bold, or inspiring.

Dortmund offers many top-rated accommodations suitable for travelers on a budget vacation in Germany. So anytime you need a break from your activities, you’re guaranteed a comfortable and affordable place to rest and stay in the city.

As this adventurous day progresses, satisfy your hunger at one of the best restaurants in the city. Many restaurants in Dortmund offer good food at even better prices, the perfect combination for travelers on affordable vacations in Germany.

Restaurant Namu is a must try. This restaurant serves a mouthwatering selection of meals and has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 892 diners.

Another popular eating spot in Dortmund is 60 Seconds to Napoli, a local favorite. Serving diners fresh, delicious, and affordable meals, this restaurant has been rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 4,208 customers.

Zum Alten Markt offers customers flavorful food and good ambiance, making it one of the best places to eat in Dortmund. With an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 4,074 customers, this restaurant can get packed very quickly. Make sure you get to the restaurant early to save yourself a seat.

When night has fallen and you feel like enjoying a drink, head to some of Dortmund’s best bars. There are plenty of bars in the city where you can order a few drinks without compromising your budget.

Steakhouse Rodizio is an excellent example of a great bar in Dortmund offering drinks at reasonable prices. This popular bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 3,082 customers.

You can also hang out and have a drink at The ASH Dortmund, another of locals’ go-to bars in Dortmund. The ASH Dortmund is among the best city bars offering various beverages at different price points, with around 2,283 customers having rated it an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

Strobels Dortmund is for you if you’re curious about bars that give you a taste of the nightlife scene in Dortmund. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from more than 1,913 bar-goers.

Celebrate another day of your adventure-filled road trip through Germany with a toast. Cheers to a memorable cheap vacation experience in Germany!

Day 4 of your self-drive vacation in Germany gives you the opportunity to explore two popular cheap holiday destinations in one day. You’ll start your day in the city of Dortmund and end your day in the city of Borstel in der Kuhle.

Today's agenda features plenty of popular stops and allows you to stay in Hamburg for 1 night. How much time you want to spend in each area or attraction is up to you. This way, you’ll have all the time you want to take in the unique atmosphere of each location and make the most of your affordable vacation in Germany.

While you’re in Dortmund, it’s a good idea to visit the amazing St. Reinoldi. The fantastic St. Reinoldi is a popular church building and a sightseeing hotspot. This attraction boasts an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 1,479 travelers.

Travelers usually have a splendid time at the incredible Westfalenpark, a well-known park in the area. Currently, this spectacular destination enjoys a 4.5 out of a 5 star-rating from 18,013 travelers.

The top-rated Florianturm is another local feature you can check out today. This spectacular television tower and destination has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from over 1,199 travelers.

Once you’ve satisfied your wanderlust in Dortmund, you’ll continue to your next road trip destination of the day, the city of Borstel in der Kuhle.

Make Borsteler Schweiz your first stop. This popular park among locals and travelers alike has been rated an average of 4.8 out of 5 stars by 184 visitors.

Make the most of your time in the country by joining activities that let you discover more about Germany. Check out all of the affordable tours you can join this day of your cheap holiday in Germany and ensure the road trip experience of a lifetime.

You’ll also have your choice of the best budget accommodations in the city of Hamburg. So when it's time for a break from your adventures in Hamburg, relax and restore your energy at any of the following affordable places to stay.

After a long day of driving and exploring, we recommend you try Heimathafen, one of the best restaurants in Hamburg. This restaurant is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 3,912 customers.

Schifferbörse Restaurant is yet another of the top places to eat in the city. Schifferbörse Restaurant is known for serving a variety of delectable dishes and is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 3,559 diners.

Locals and travelers enjoy dining at Caramba Especial, another well-loved restaurant in Hamburg. Rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,219 guests, this restaurant is an excellent choice for anyone looking for a memorable dining experience in Germany.

After dinner, visit one of the best bars in Hamburg, Das Feuerschiff LV 13. This famous bar offers snacks and drinks at different price points and is a popular hangout spot among locals. In addition, this bar has been rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 2,935 bar goers.

NAGEL Restaurant und Kneipe is a great place for anyone who is into classic bar drinks. This bar is considered one of the best drinking spots in Hamburg, with its average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 2,360 customers.

Alternatively, you can drop by THE MADISON Hotel Hamburg, where you can have drinks, let loose, and socialize. This bar is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,785 customers.

Cherish every minute of your road trip vacation across Germany. Celebrate this opportunity to enjoy a cheap holiday in Germany!

It’s soon time to say goodbye to Germany as your road trip vacation is about to end. Day 5 is your departure day and your last chance to capture the beauty of Hamburg.

Depending on how much time you have before your flight back home, we recommend doing some last-minute shopping or sightseeing to make the most of your cheap holiday experience in Germany.

If you'd rather pass time visiting some attractions, this is your chance to go to places you may not have had the chance to explore yet.

One fantastic attraction you could visit on your last day in Hamburg is the remarkable Elbe Tunnel. This road tunnel and popular place of interest has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 34,402 visitors.

If you have an appetite for one last delicious meal in Hamburg, consider a top-rated restaurant like Fischereihafen Restaurant. This restaurant has a menu of appetizing and affordable meals and is rated at an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,177 customers.

Schönes Leben Speicherstadt is an excellent alternative if you feel like eating something else. This restaurant serves a variety of savory and budget-friendly dishes and has an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 2,728 customers.

Another popular restaurant you could check out is Fairmont Hotel Vier Jahreszeiten. Rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 1,759 customers, this restaurant is a great place to enjoy meals that will remind you of Germany and your fun memories in Hamburg.

You’ll then say farewell to Hamburg and begin your journey home. You’ll leave filled with unforgettable memories from your terrific and affordable travel experiences in Germany!