15 days in Western Europe Itinerary

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

On the 3rd (Fri), take in the spiritual surroundings of Mosteiro dos Jeronimos, make a trip to Belém Tower, then make a trip to Praca do Comercio (Terreiro do Paco), then don't miss a visit to Elevador de Santa Justa, and finally explore the historical opulence of Castelo de S. Jorge. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 4th (Sat): explore the world behind art at Museu Nacional do Azulejo, get up close and personal with brilliant marine life at Lisbon Oceanarium, and then wander the streets of Alfama.

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Newark, USA to Lisbon is an approximately 12-hour flight. The time zone difference moving from Eastern Standard Time (EST) to Western European Standard Time (WET) is 5 hours. Expect a bit warmer temperatures when traveling from Newark in March; daily highs in Lisbon reach 64°F and lows reach 48°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 4th (Sat) early enough to fly to Barcelona.

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 5th (Sun): admire the masterpieces at Museu Picasso, make a trip to Casa Mila - La Pedrera, then make a trip to Basilica de la Sagrada Familia, and finally don't miss a visit to Casa Batllo. Here are some ideas for day two: take in the architecture and atmosphere at Barcelona Cathedral, appreciate the extensive heritage of Gothic Quarter (Barri Gotic), then walk around Parc Guell, then take in the spiritual surroundings of Old Monastery of Sant Pau del Camp, and finally browse the fresh offerings at La Boqueria.

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Traveling by flight from Lisbon to Barcelona takes 5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train. Traveling from Lisbon to Barcelona, you'll lose 1 hour due to the time zone difference. In March, daytime highs in Barcelona are 62°F, while nighttime lows are 47°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 6th (Mon) so you can fly 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 7th (Tue), explore the ancient world of Palatine Hill, explore the ancient world of Colosseum, ponder the design of Trevi Fountain, then explore the ancient world of Pantheon, and finally enjoy breathtaking views from Museo Nazionale di Castel Sant'Angelo. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: admire the masterpieces at Galleria Borghese, take in the architecture and atmosphere at Church of St. Louis of the French, then appreciate the extensive heritage of Piazza Navona, then pause for some serene contemplation at St. Peter's Basilica, and finally appreciate the history behind La Pieta.

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You can fly from Barcelona to Rome in 5 hours. Other options are to drive; or take a train. In March in Rome, expect temperatures between 61°F during the day and 45°F at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 8th (Wed) to allow time to take a train to Florence.

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

On the 9th (Thu), explore the world behind art at Florence Academy of Fine Arts, admire the masterpieces at Pitti Palace, make a trip to Piazzale Michelangelo, then snap pictures at Ponte Vecchio, and finally make a trip to The Baptistery of St. John. On the 10th (Fri), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: admire the natural beauty at The Boboli Gardens, get a sense of history and politics at Palazzo Vecchio, get to know the fascinating history of Piazza della Signoria, then appreciate the extensive heritage of Piazza del Duomo, then contemplate the long history of Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore, and finally take in the spiritual surroundings of Campanile di Giotto.

To see where to stay, other places to visit, photos, and more tourist information, go to the Florence tour website.

Getting from Rome to Florence by train takes about 2.5 hours. Other options: fly; or drive. March in Florence sees daily highs of 59°F and lows of 42°F at night. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 10th (Fri) so you can go by car 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.

On the 11th (Sat), wander the streets of Dorsoduro, then explore the world behind art at Peggy Guggenheim Collection, then admire the striking features of Basilica di San Marco, and finally make a trip to St Mark's Campanile. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: make a trip to Piazza San Marco, take in the views from Ponte dei Sospiri, see the interesting displays at Doge's Palace, snap pictures at Ponte di Rialto, then contemplate the waterfront views at Canal Grande, and finally visit Cannaregio.

To find more things to do, traveler tips, maps, and more tourist information, go to the Venice trip planner.

Drive from Florence to Venice in 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or take a bus. In March in Venice, expect temperatures between 58°F during the day and 41°F at night. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 12th (Sun) so you can catch the flight 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 13th (Mon): wander the streets of Île de la Cité, steep yourself in history at Eiffel Tower, and then explore the world behind art at Louvre Museum. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 14th (Tue): pause for some serene contemplation at Sainte-Chapelle, then explore the world behind art at Musee d'Orsay, then admire the landmark architecture of Arc de Triomphe, and finally pause for some serene contemplation at Basilique du Sacre-Coeur de Montmartre.

To see reviews, other places to visit, and tourist information, refer to the Paris online trip maker.

Traveling by flight from Venice to Paris takes 5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or drive. While traveling from Venice, expect little chillier days and about the same nights in Paris, ranging from highs of 53°F to lows of 38°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 14th (Tue) so you can take a train to Bruges.

The medieval town of Bruges centers around a canal, and the architecture of its historical district has made it a World Heritage Site.

Start off your visit on the 15th (Wed): admire the striking features of Stadhuis, sample the tasty concoctions at Huisbrouwerij De Halve Maan, explore the world behind art at Groeningemuseum, then enjoy breathtaking views from Belfry of Bruges, and finally make a trip to The Markt.

For maps, ratings, other places to visit, and tourist information, use the Bruges day trip planner.

Getting from Paris to Bruges by train takes about 3 hours. Other options: fly; or drive. Expect a daytime high around 50°F in March, and nighttime lows around 36°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 15th (Wed) so you can 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 16th (Thu), explore the world behind art at Van Gogh Museum, then explore the world behind art at Rijksmuseum, and then stroll around Vondelpark.

For reviews, other places to visit, ratings, and other tourist information, use the Amsterdam travel planner.

Drive from Bruges to Amsterdam in 3 hours. Alternatively, you can fly; or take a train. Expect a daytime high around 49°F in March, and nighttime lows around 35°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 16th (Thu) to allow enough time to fly back home.