13 days in Lyon, Barcelona & Paris Itinerary

Lyon is a historical city with a vibrant cultural scene as the birthplace of cinema, the silk capital of the globe, and the second biggest Renaissance city following Venice.

Attractions like Musee de Grenoble and Musee Dauphinois make great kid-friendly stops. Let the collections at Musee de la Resistance et de la Deportation de l'Isere and Musee d'Histoire de Lyon capture your imagination. There's still lots to do: get to know the fascinating history of Colline de Fourviere, see the interesting displays at Institut & Musee Lumiere, walk around Parc de la Tete d'Or, and don't miss a visit to Basilique Notre Dame de Fourviere.

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If you are flying in from United States, the closest major aiports are Lyon Saint-Exupéry Airport, Saint-Étienne-Bouthéon Airport, Grenoble-Isère Airport and Chambéry-Savoie Airport. In March, plan for daily highs up to 56°F, and evening lows to 39°F. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 13th (Sun) to allow time for the flight to Barcelona.

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

Your inner history buff will appreciate Basilica de la Sagrada Familia and Barcelona Cathedral. Satisfy your inner culture vulture at Parc Guell and Museu Picasso. Get out of town with these interesting Barcelona side-trips: Camino de Ronda (in S'Agaro) and Fundacio Mona, Centre de Recuperacio de Primats (in Riudellots de la Selva). There's much more to do: take a stroll through Gothic Quarter (Barri Gotic), browse the fresh offerings at La Boqueria, admire the striking features of Casa Mila - La Pedrera, and visit Las Ramblas.

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You can fly from Lyon to Barcelona in 4.5 hours. Other options are to take a train; or drive. Prepare for somewhat warmer weather when traveling from Lyon in March: high temperatures in Barcelona hover around 62°F and lows are around 47°F. On the 19th (Sat), you'll have the morning to explore before heading off 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.

Your day by day itinerary now includes Montmartre as well as Luxembourg Gardens. Popular historic sites such as Eiffel Tower and Arc de Triomphe are in your itinerary. Step out of the city life by going to Île de la Cité and Seine River. Next up on the itinerary: admire the masterpieces at Musee d'Orsay, admire the striking features of Sainte-Chapelle, don't miss a visit to Louvre Museum, and pause for some serene contemplation at Pantheon.

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Getting from Barcelona to Paris by flight takes about 5 hours. Other options: take a train; or drive. Prepare for slightly colder weather when traveling from Barcelona in March: high temperatures in Paris hover around 53°F and lows are around 38°F.