Cheap 5-Day Germany Road Trip from Munich traveling west to Stuttgart and Ulm

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

Munich 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 Munich and get this road trip adventure rolling.

A trip to the amazing Stachus will make your cheap holiday in Germany truly special. This attraction is a fascinating square that has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 24,450 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 Munich. An excellent example is the popular Little London / Bar & Grill. Serving a menu of mouthwatering dishes, this restaurant is rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 2,409 customers.

Another restaurant you should check out during your cheap vacation in Germany is Schneider Bräuhaus München. Rated 4.4 out of 5 stars by 9,282 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 Augustiner Klosterwirt GmbH. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from 7,224 customers, and is an awesome place to satisfy your craving for good food and service.

Zephyr Bar is a great bar to relax after a busy day. About 1,016 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 Munich we recommend is Hofbräuhaus München, an excellent place to meet new friends. This bar offers customers plenty of snack and drink options and is rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 65,884 customers.

Augustiner-Keller is also one of the best places to go to unwind and chat with locals. Over 30,632 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 Munich and end your day in the city of Stuttgart, 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 Munich is the amazing Marienplatz. This travel destination is a square that has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 116,399 visitors.

This day is also your chance to stop at the incredible Viktualienmarkt. Rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 57,932 travelers, a visit to this well-known must-see tourist destination and sightseeing spot in Munich is likely to make your vacation in Germany even more memorable.

Another unforgettable sight in Munich is the outstanding English Garden. This park has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 61,263 visitors.

To make the most of your day in this cheap holiday destination in Germany, drop by the popular BMW Museum. This attraction, an amazing automobile museum, has been rated 4.6 out of 5 stars by 34,819 travelers. As one of the top sights in Munich, there’s no wonder that the spectacular BMW Museum attracts about 250,000 visitors annually.

If you’re keen to explore more, you’ll enjoy the fantastic Olympiapark. This olympic park is a popular attraction rated 4.7 out of 5 stars by 67,532 visitors from all over the globe.

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 Stuttgart. Stuttgart 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 Stuttgart that offer delicious food to help keep you going.

One restaurant we recommend you try in Stuttgart is Restaurant zum Ackerbürger - Stuttgart. This restaurant provides good food and service and has an average rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars from 1,076 customers.

When talking about the best restaurants in Stuttgart, Carls Brauhaus is a name locals often mention. This local favorite offers a variety of options, helping it earn an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 6,666 diners.

Another restaurant worth trying is ABACCO'S STEAKHOUSE Stuttgart. Many locals and cheap holiday goers in Stuttgart enjoy dining at this restaurant. This restaurant has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 3,830 customers.

As the day is coming to an end, stop at some of Stuttgart’s best bars to celebrate this day of your road trip vacation in Germany. For example, you can visit Schwarz Weiß Bar. Rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 651 customers, this bar is considered a favorite in the area.

Another great place to have a refreshing, celebratory drink is Le petit Coq. This popular bar in Stuttgart has an average rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars from 584 bar-goers.

You can also go to Valle as an alternative. More than a bar, the popular Valle is also a place for fun or relaxation. Around 2,680 customers have given this city bar an average rating of 4.5 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 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 Stuttgart and end your day in the city of Steinsfurt.

Today's agenda features plenty of popular stops and allows you to stay in Ulm 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 Stuttgart, it’s a good idea to visit the amazing Schloßplatz. The fantastic Schloßplatz is a popular square and a sightseeing hotspot. This attraction boasts an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 41,090 travelers.

Travelers usually have a splendid time at the incredible Mercedes-Benz Museum, a well-known automobile museum in the area. Receiving around 876,109 visitors each year, it’s safe to say that this attraction strikes the interest of people all over the world. Currently, this spectacular destination enjoys a 4.8 out of a 5 star-rating from 42,121 travelers.

The top-rated Wilhelma is another local feature you can check out today. This spectacular zoo and destination has an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from over 32,698 travelers.

Once you’ve satisfied your wanderlust in Stuttgart, you’ll continue to your next road trip destination of the day, the city of Steinsfurt.

Make Technikmuseum Sinsheim your first stop. This popular technology museum among locals and travelers alike has been rated an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars by 28,188 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 Ulm. So when it's time for a break from your adventures in Ulm, 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 Tanivera Pizza e Pasta, one of the best restaurants in Ulm. This restaurant is a local favorite and has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 3,314 customers.

Gaststuben im Zunfthaus der Schiffleute is yet another of the top places to eat in the city. Gaststuben im Zunfthaus der Schiffleute is known for serving a variety of delectable dishes and is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 2,440 diners.

Locals and travelers enjoy dining at Restaurant Zur Lochmühle, another well-loved restaurant in Ulm. Rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,269 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 Ulm, Erstes Ulmer Pfannkuchenhaus - Allgäuer Hof. 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 2,079 bar goers.

Choclet is a great place for anyone who is into classic bar drinks. This bar is considered one of the best drinking spots in Ulm, with its average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars from 2,238 customers.

Alternatively, you can drop by Wirtshaus zur Brezel, where you can have drinks, let loose, and socialize. This bar is rated an average of 4.5 out of 5 stars by 1,727 customers.

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

Day 4 of your road trip across Germany offers you the chance to visit the wonderful Hohenschwangau and the enchanting Füssen, two of the most popular cheap holiday destinations in the country. You'll begin sightseeing in Hohenschwangau and end the day in Füssen, where you'll stay for 1 night.

Buckle up because day 4 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 Hohenschwangau is the magnificent Hohenschwangau Castle. Around 32,213 visitors have rated this excellent top-tier point of interest and travel destination an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars.

We also recommend you explore the amazing Neuschwanstein Castle on this leg of your self-drive tour in Germany. This attraction is a well-known top-tier point of interest that has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from around 88,610 travelers.

The remarkable Marienbrücke is known to be one of the best places to visit in this cheap vacation spot in Germany. This attraction, an amazing top-tier point of interest, is rated an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars by 4,305 travelers.

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

Start your sightseeing in this cheap holiday destination with a visit to the unforgettable Königliche Kristall-Therme am Kurpark Schwangau. This popular site is a valued spa in Füssen and is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 6,075 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.

Munich 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 Munich offer good food at even better prices, the perfect combination for travelers on affordable vacations in Germany.

Ratskeller München is a must try. This restaurant serves a mouthwatering selection of meals and has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 6,121 diners.

Another popular eating spot in Munich is Spatenhaus at the opera, a local favorite. Serving diners fresh, delicious, and affordable meals, this restaurant has been rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 4,695 customers.

Nuernberger Bratwurst Gloeckl am Dom offers customers flavorful food and good ambiance, making it one of the best places to eat in Munich. With an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from 3,035 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 Munich’s best bars. There are plenty of bars in the city where you can order a few drinks without compromising your budget.

Schneider Bräuhaus München is an excellent example of a great bar in Munich offering drinks at reasonable prices. This popular bar is rated an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars by 9,282 customers.

You can also hang out and have a drink at Kennedy's Bar and Restaurant, another of locals’ go-to bars in Munich. Kennedy's Bar and Restaurant is among the best city bars offering various beverages at different price points, with around 5,885 customers having rated it an average of 4.4 out of 5 stars.

Kilians Irish Pub is for you if you’re curious about bars that give you a taste of the nightlife scene in Munich. This bar has an average rating of 4.4 out of 5 stars from more than 5,188 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!

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 Munich.

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 Munich is the remarkable Odeonsplatz. This square and popular place of interest has an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars from 18,916 visitors.

If you have an appetite for one last delicious meal in Munich, consider a top-rated restaurant like Münchner Stubn. This restaurant has a menu of appetizing and affordable meals and is rated at an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 3,255 customers.

Zum Dürnbräu 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 4.4 out of 5 stars from 2,242 customers.

Another popular restaurant you could check out is Cafe Westend Gaststättenbetriebs GmbH. Rated an average of 4.3 out of 5 stars by 2,155 customers, this restaurant is a great place to enjoy meals that will remind you of Germany and your fun memories in Munich.

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