Germany 4 Day Itinerary

Germany 4-Day Travel Itinerary

Day 1: Berlin

  • Morning: Start your day with a visit to the iconic Brandenburg Gate and the Reichstag Building. Remember to book your tour for the Reichstag in advance.
  • Afternoon: Explore Museum Island, home to five of Berlin’s most important museums including Pergamon Museum and Altes Museum.
  • Evening: Walk along East Side Gallery, the longest remaining section of the Berlin Wall, and enjoy a traditional German dinner at a local restaurant like Zur letzten Instanz, one of the oldest restaurants in Berlin.

Things to know:

  • Language: German is the official language, but many people in larger cities speak English as well.
  • Currency: Euro (€)
  • Visa Requirements: Check if you need a Schengen visa for Germany based on your nationality and length of stay.

Day 2: Berlin & Potsdam

  • Morning: Visit the Holocaust Memorial and the Jewish Museum to learn about Berlin’s history during World War II.
  • Afternoon: Take a day trip to Potsdam, just southwest of Berlin. Explore Sanssouci Palace, the summer residence of the Prussian kings, and the beautiful gardens.
  • Evening: Return to Berlin and relax in one of its many vibrant neighborhoods like Kreuzberg or Neukölln.

Day 3: Munich

  • Morning: Travel by train to Munich (approximately 4 hours from Berlin). Visit the Marienplatz, the city’s main square with the famous Glockenspiel clock tower.
  • Afternoon: Explore Neuschwanstein Castle, a fairytale castle built by King Ludwig II, located about 2 hours away from Munich. Remember to book your tickets in advance.
  • Evening: Enjoy a Bavarian meal at Augustiner Keller, one of the oldest beer gardens in Munich.

Day 4: Munich & Neuschwanstein

  • Morning: Visit the Deutsches Museum, the world’s largest museum of technology and science.
  • Afternoon: Return to Neuschwanstein Castle for a more in-depth exploration or visit Hohenschwangau Castle, located nearby.
  • Evening: Spend your last night in Munich exploring its bustling beer halls and pubs. A popular choice is Hofbräuhaus München, one of the most famous traditional beer halls in the world.

Things to know:

  • Currency: Euro (€) in Berlin, but German Mark (Deutsche Mark, Δ) is still used informally in some parts of Bavaria.
  • Transportation: Germany has an extensive network of trains operated by Deutsche Bahn. Consider getting a rail pass for unlimited travel within specific durations.