10 days in Berlin & Hamburg Itinerary

The country's capital and largest city, Berlin is a diverse urban center boasting a lively nightlife and countless things to do.

You'll find plenty of places to visit near Berlin: Dresden (The Dresden Zwinger, Neues Grünes Gewölbe, &more). There's lots more to do: ponder the world of politics at Reichstag Building, explore the world behind art at Pergamonmuseum, appreciate the history behind The Holocaust Memorial - Memorial to the Murdered Jews of Europe, and get the lay of the land with Walking tours.

For maps, traveler tips, other places to visit, and other tourist information, read Berlin driving holiday planner.

If you are flying in from United States, the closest major aiports are Berlin Brandenburg Airport, Berlin-Tegel Airport and Berlin Schoenefeld. Finish your sightseeing early on the 29th (Sun) so you can take a train to Hamburg.

As the country's biggest port and one of the busiest in all of Europe, Hamburg has a well-deserved reputation as Germany's Gateway to the World.

On the 29th (Sun), contemplate the long history of Alter Elbtunnel, then explore the activities along Port of Hamburg, and then see the interesting displays at Miniatur Wunderland. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 30th (Mon): take in nature's colorful creations at Planten un Blomen, take in the architecture and atmosphere at St. Petri Kirche, appreciate the extensive heritage of Speicherstadt, then take in the spiritual surroundings of St. Michael's Church, and finally go all around town with City Tours.

To find more things to do, photos, where to stay, and tourist information, you can read our Hamburg travel planner.

Getting from Berlin to Hamburg by train takes about 2.5 hours. Other options: drive; or take a bus. In May, plan for daily highs up to 63°F, and evening lows to 46°F.