11 days in Europe Itinerary

Barcelona, the country’s second-largest city, is a cosmopolitan urban center known for its throbbing youthful energy and stellar architecture.

Start off your visit on the 31st (Mon): pick up some local products at La Boqueria, walk around Parc Guell, then pause for some serene contemplation at Basilica of the Sagrada Familia, and finally don't miss a visit to Casa Mila - La Pedrera. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 1st (Tue): pause for some serene contemplation at Barcelona Cathedral, then stop by El Barri Gòtic, then admire the landmark architecture of Casa Batllo, and finally don't miss a visit to Palau Guell.

For traveler tips, more things to do, maps, and more tourist information, you can read our Barcelona road trip planning website.

New York City, USA to Barcelona is an approximately 12.5-hour flight. Traveling from New York City to Barcelona, you'll lose 6 hours due to the time zone difference. In May, plan for daily highs up to 71°F, and evening lows to 57°F. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 1st (Tue) so you can travel to Rome.

Aptly nicknamed the Eternal City, Rome is the birthplace of the Roman Empire, one of the world's greatest civilizations ever.

Kick off your visit on the 2nd (Wed): explore the ancient world of Palatine Hill, then delve into the distant past at Colosseum, then pause for some serene contemplation at Pantheon, and finally admire the local landmark of Trevi Fountain.

To find ratings and more tourist information, you can read our Rome trip planner.

You can fly from Barcelona to Rome in 5.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train. In June in Rome, expect temperatures between 84°F during the day and 65°F at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 2nd (Wed) to allow time to travel to Prague.

Prague lures millions of tourists each year with its World Heritage-listed medieval city center--a labyrinth of narrow lanes, bridges, cathedrals, and palaces overlooked by a thousand-year-old castle.

Kick off your visit on the 3rd (Thu): take in panoramic vistas at Petrin Tower, pause for some serene contemplation at St. Vitus Cathedral, get great views at Prague Astronomical Clock, then snap pictures at Charles Bridge, then contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Spanish Synagogue, and finally get to know the fascinating history of Staromestske namesti.

For reviews, photos, more things to do, and more tourist information, read our Prague vacation tool.

Fly from Rome to Prague in 5.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train. Traveling from Rome in June, expect Prague to be slightly colder, temps between 72°F and 55°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 3rd (Thu) to allow time to travel to Basel.

Situated where the Swiss, German, and French borders meet, Basel is considered the hub of Dreilandereck, this "three countries corner." Its location makes Basel a center of culture and history, brimming with important theaters and museums.

On the 4th (Fri), contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Matthauskirche, then get to know the resident critters at Tierpark Lange Erlen, then stroll around Solitude Park, and finally get great views at Pfalz.

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Getting from Prague to Basel by flight takes about 5 hours. Other options: drive; or take a bus. June in Basel sees daily highs of 76°F and lows of 55°F at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 4th (Fri) to allow time to travel to Paris.

A beautiful and romantic city fit for any itinerary, Paris brims with historic associations and remains vastly influential in the realms of culture, art, fashion, food and design.

Start off your visit on the 5th (Sat): admire the striking features of Arc de Triomphe, admire the masterpieces at Musee d'Orsay, and then explore the world behind art at Louvre Museum. Here are some ideas for day two: pause for some serene contemplation at Basilique du Sacre-Coeur de Montmartre, then get a taste of the local shopping with Champs-Elysees, then make a trip to Eiffel Tower, and finally visit Île de la Cité.

To see traveler tips, maps, where to stay, and other tourist information, read our Paris online trip maker.

Getting from Basel to Paris by combination of bus and flight takes about 4 hours. Other options: take a train; or drive. In June, plan for daily highs up to 74°F, and evening lows to 55°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 6th (Sun) so you can take a train to London.

Vibrant and noisy, London is one of the world’s leading cities, an international capital of culture, education, fashion, music, finance, trade, and politics.

On the 7th (Mon), steep yourself in history at Westminster Abbey, take in panoramic vistas at Tower Bridge, then pause for some serene contemplation at St. Paul's Cathedral, and finally explore the world behind art at National Gallery.

To find where to stay, other places to visit, traveler tips, and tourist information, read our London trip planner.

Traveling by train from Paris to London takes 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can fly; or do a combination of car and train. The time zone changes from Central European Standard Time (CET) to Greenwich Mean Time (GMT), which is usually a -1 hour difference. When traveling from Paris in June, plan for slightly colder days and about the same nights in London: temperatures range from 68°F by day to 52°F at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 7th (Mon) so you can take a train to Brussels.

The allure of the multi-cultural capital, Brussels, stems from its mix of political intrigue, artistic influence, historical significance, and a thriving social scene.

Kick off your visit on the 8th (Tue): contemplate in the serene atmosphere at St. Michael and St. Gudula Cathedral (Cathedrale St-Michel et Ste-Gudule), examine the collection at Musical Instruments Museum (MIM), then examine the collection at Horta Museum (Musee Horta), and finally don't miss a visit to Grand Place.

To see ratings, more things to do, photos, and other tourist information, you can read our Brussels road trip app.

Traveling by train from London to Brussels takes 3 hours. Alternatively, you can fly; or do a combination of car and train. Due to the time zone difference, you'll lose 1 hour traveling from London to Brussels. In June, plan for daily highs up to 68°F, and evening lows to 51°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 8th (Tue) early enough to drive to Amsterdam.

Known as one of the greatest small cities in the world, Amsterdam charms visitors with its cool and cozy atmosphere.

On the 9th (Wed), admire the masterpieces at Rijksmuseum, walk around Vondelpark, and then explore the galleries of Anne Frank House.

To find where to stay, maps, traveler tips, and other tourist information, you can read our Amsterdam trip itinerary maker website.

Drive from Brussels to Amsterdam in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or fly. June in Amsterdam sees daily highs of 68°F and lows of 53°F at night. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 9th (Wed) so you can travel back home.