15 days in Europe Itinerary

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.

Kick off your visit on the 3rd (Fri): stop by Île de la Cité, contemplate the long history of Eiffel Tower, and then browse the exhibits of Louvre Museum. Keep things going the next day: admire the landmark architecture of Sainte-Chapelle, explore the world behind art at Musee d'Orsay, then admire the striking features of Arc de Triomphe, and finally pause for some serene contemplation at Basilique du Sacre-Coeur de Montmartre.

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Newark, USA to Paris is an approximately 11.5-hour flight. The time zone changes from Eastern Standard Time to Central European Standard Time, which is usually a 6 hour difference. Plan for somewhat warmer nights when traveling from Newark in March since evenings lows in Paris dip to 38°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 4th (Sat) so you can take a train to Amsterdam.

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

Start off your visit on the 5th (Sun): see the interesting displays at Anne Frank House, then admire the masterpieces at Rijksmuseum, and then explore the world behind art at Van Gogh Museum.

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You can take a train from Paris to Amsterdam in 4.5 hours. Other options are to fly; or drive. In March, plan for daily highs up to 49°F, and evening lows to 35°F. Cap off your sightseeing on the 5th (Sun) early enough to catch the flight to Budapest.

You might consider the city of Budapest, divided by the Danube River into two distinctive cities--Buda and Pest--to be essentially one large World Heritage Site.

On the 6th (Mon), contemplate in the serene atmosphere at St. Stephen's Basilica (Szent Istvan Bazilika), steep yourself in history at Heroes' Square, ponder the world of politics at Hungarian Parliament Building, then contemplate the long history of Matthias Church, and finally steep yourself in history at Fisherman's Bastion.

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You can fly from Amsterdam to Budapest in 5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train. In March, plan for daily highs up to 54°F, and evening lows to 34°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 6th (Mon) early enough to fly to Venice.

Virtually unchanged for the last six centuries, Venice is actually a group of islands made famous by a series of canals, bridges, monuments, piazzas, and narrow pedestrian lanes.

Start off your visit on the 7th (Tue): contemplate the waterfront views at Canal Grande, snap pictures at Ponte di Rialto, appreciate the extensive heritage of Piazza San Marco, then snap pictures at Ponte dei Sospiri, and finally admire the landmark architecture of Basilica di San Marco. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 8th (Wed): wander the streets of Dorsoduro, then explore the world behind art at Peggy Guggenheim Collection, then contemplate the long history of Doge's Palace, and finally admire the landmark architecture of St Mark's Campanile.

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Traveling by flight from Budapest to Venice takes 4.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a shuttle. Expect a bit warmer evenings in Venice when traveling from Budapest in March, with lows around 41°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 8th (Wed) to allow enough time to drive to Florence.

Considered a cultural, artistic, and architectural jewel of Italy, Florence is the birthplace of the Italian Renaissance.

Kick off your visit on the 9th (Thu): snap pictures at Ponte Vecchio, don't miss a visit to Piazzale Michelangelo, take in panoramic vistas at Campanile di Giotto, take in the spiritual surroundings of Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore, then get to know the fascinating history of Piazza del Duomo, and finally take in the spiritual surroundings of The Baptistery of St. John. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: step into the grandiose world of Palazzo Vecchio, get to know the fascinating history of Piazza della Signoria, admire the masterpieces at Pitti Palace, then contemplate the long history of Basilica of Santa Croce, and finally explore the world behind art at Florence Academy of Fine Arts.

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Getting from Venice to Florence by car takes about 3 hours. Other options: take a train; or take a bus. Expect a daytime high around 59°F in March, and nighttime lows around 42°F. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 10th (Fri) so you can catch the train to Rome.

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

On the 11th (Sat), make a trip to Roman Forum, get to know the fascinating history of Piazza Navona, then take in the architecture and atmosphere at St. Peter's Basilica, then pause for some photo ops at Monument to Alexander VII, and finally make a trip to Spanish Steps. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: don't miss a visit to Trevi Fountain, delve into the distant past at Pantheon, take in panoramic vistas at Museo Nazionale di Castel Sant'Angelo, then explore the ancient world of Colosseum, and finally delve into the distant past at Palatine Hill.

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Traveling by train from Florence to Rome takes 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can fly; or drive. In March, daytime highs in Rome are 61°F, while nighttime lows are 45°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 12th (Sun) so you can fly to Barcelona.

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

On the 13th (Mon), admire the landmark architecture of Casa Mila - La Pedrera, then stroll around Parc Guell, then admire the striking features of Basilica de la Sagrada Familia, and finally don't miss a visit to Casa Batllo. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: browse the fresh offerings at La Boqueria, then explore the world behind art at Museu Picasso, then take in the architecture and atmosphere at Barcelona Cathedral, and finally visit Gothic Quarter (Barri Gotic).

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Traveling by flight from Rome to Barcelona takes 5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train. March in Barcelona sees daily highs of 62°F and lows of 47°F at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 14th (Tue) to allow time to fly to Lisbon.

Built on seven hills, Lisbon has experienced a renaissance in recent years, making it the cultural star of Portugal.

Start off your visit on the 15th (Wed): admire nature's wide array of creatures at Lisbon Oceanarium, get into the urban bustle at Centro Cultural de Belem - CCB, make a trip to Belém Tower, then take in the spiritual surroundings of Mosteiro dos Jeronimos, and finally don't miss a visit to Praca do Comercio (Terreiro do Paco). On the next day, see the interesting displays at Museu Nacional do Azulejo, then make a trip to Elevador de Santa Justa, and then steep yourself in history at Castelo de S. Jorge.

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Traveling by flight from Barcelona to Lisbon takes 5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train. Due to the time zone difference, you'll gain 1 hour traveling from Barcelona to Lisbon. In March in Lisbon, expect temperatures between 64°F during the day and 48°F at night. Cap off your sightseeing on the 16th (Thu) early enough to travel back home.