4-Day Germany Adventure: Berlin, Dresden & Leipzig Hostel Stay Itinerary

Day 1: Explore Berlin

Berlin, Germany on May 3, 2025

8:00am

Breakfast at Father Carpenter

Enjoy specialty coffee and freshly baked pastries in a cozy setting to start your Berlin adventure right. They open at 8am, perfect for an early start.
EUR15, 1h

9:30am

Visit Brandenburg Gate

Explore this iconic 18th-century neoclassical monument and a symbol of Berlin’s reunification. It’s free and open all day.
EUR0, 1h

11:00am

Walk through the Memorial to the Murdered Jews of Europe

Experience the poignant and architecturally impressive Holocaust Memorial near Brandenburg Gate. Open 24 hours, free entry.
EUR0, 45m

12:00pm

Lunch at Mustafa’s Gemüse Kebap

Taste Berlin’s famed döner kebab, a must-try street food open till late afternoon.
EUR5-7, 1h

1:30pm

Explore Museum Island

Visit the Pergamon Museum and the Neues Museum showcasing ancient artifacts. Open 10am-6pm, tickets EUR 19 approx.
EUR19, 2h

4:00pm

Check-in at your chosen hostel

Settle into your hostel accommodation, plenty of options like Generator Berlin Mitte for both privacy and social atmosphere.
EUR25-40, 1h

7:00pm

Dinner at Zur letzten Instanz

Enjoy traditional German cuisine in Berlin’s oldest restaurant, specializing in hearty dishes. Open from 5pm.
EUR20-30, 1.5h
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Day 2: Berlin Cultural Tour

Berlin, Germany on May 4, 2025

8:30am

Breakfast at Five Elephant

Relish award-winning coffee and home-baked cheesecake in Berlin’s hip Kreuzberg neighborhood. Opens 8am.
EUR12, 1h

9:45am

Visit Berlin Wall Memorial and East Side Gallery

See the largest remaining stretch of the Berlin Wall adorned with vibrant murals reflecting history and freedom. Accessible all day, free entry.
EUR0, 2h

12:00pm

Lunch at Markthalle Neun

Eat street food from various vendors in this historic market hall, open till 3pm.
EUR10-15, 1h

1:30pm

Visit Checkpoint Charlie Museum

Explore exhibits on Cold War espionage and the Berlin Wall escape attempts. Open 9am-10pm, ticket EUR 14.50.
EUR14.50, 1.5h

4:00pm

Relax at Tiergarten Park

Unwind in Berlin’s vast central park, stroll or rent a bike. Open 24/7, free entry.
EUR0, 1h

7:00pm

Dinner at Burgermeister

Savor some of Berlin’s best burgers served from a converted public toilet venue. Open until midnight.
EUR10-15, 1h
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Day 3: Day trip to Dresden

Dresden, Germany on May 5, 2025

7:30am

Travel from Berlin to Dresden

Take the direct train from Berlin Hauptbahnhof to Dresden Hauptbahnhof, about 2 hours. Trains start early morning.
EUR25-40, 2h

10:00am

Visit Frauenkirche Dresden

Tour the stunning baroque church rebuilt after WWII, open 10am-6pm.
EUR0, 1h

11:30am

Explore Zwinger Palace

Admire exquisite baroque architecture and visit the porcelain and art galleries. Open 10am-6pm, ticket EUR 14.
EUR14, 2h

1:30pm

Lunch at Sophienkeller

Experience Saxon cuisine in a medieval vault restaurant near the Zwinger. Open from 11:30am.
EUR20-25, 1h

3:00pm

Walk along the Elbe River and Brühl's Terrace

Enjoy scenic riverside views and historical sightlines. Open all day, free.
EUR0, 1h

4:30pm

Return to Berlin by train

Hop on an evening train back to Berlin, trains operate frequently till late evening.
EUR25-40, 2h

7:00pm

Dinner near your Berlin hostel

Choose a casual dining spot like Hasir for Turkish dishes close to your accommodation, open until late.
EUR15-20, 1h
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Day 4: Leipzig Day Trip & Departure

Leipzig, Germany on May 6, 2025

7:00am

Travel from Berlin to Leipzig

Start early with a direct train from Berlin Hauptbahnhof to Leipzig Hauptbahnhof, about 1.5 hours travel.
EUR20-35, 1h30m

8:45am

Breakfast at Café Kune

Enjoy a hearty breakfast with local pastries and coffee in Leipzig. Opens at 8am.
EUR10, 1h

9:45am

Visit St. Thomas Church

Explore the church famously associated with Johann Sebastian Bach, open 9am-6pm.
EUR0, 1h

11:00am

Explore Leipzig Zoo

Visit one of Germany’s most beautiful and modern zoos, open 9am-6pm, tickets about EUR 22.
EUR22, 2h

1:30pm

Lunch at Auerbachs Keller

Dine at this historic restaurant popularized by Goethe, specializing in traditional Leipzig dishes. Open from 11:30am.
EUR20-25, 1h

3:00pm

Return to Berlin or travel to your next destination

Catch an afternoon train back to Berlin or onward travel connection.
EUR20-35, 1h30m
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