57 days in Western Europe & Central Europe Itinerary

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

London is known for museums, sightseeing, and nightlife. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: steep yourself in history at Buckingham Palace, take in panoramic vistas at Tower Bridge, get a new perspective on nature at Natural History Museum, and stroll around Hyde Park.

To see maps, traveler tips, more things to do, and tourist information, refer to the London trip itinerary maker tool.

Bonnyville, Canada to London is an approximately 19.5-hour combination of car and flight. The time zone difference when traveling from Bonnyville to London is 7 hours. Plan for a bit warmer nights when traveling from Bonnyville in August since evenings lows in London dip to 15°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 1st (Thu) early enough to catch the flight to Dublin.

A history spanning over a thousand years, vibrant nightlife, and a mix of Georgian and modern architecture make Dublin a popular European tourist destination.

Dublin is known for museums, nightlife, and sightseeing. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: contemplate the long history of Guinness Storehouse, stroll around Phoenix Park, ponder the world of politics at Dublin Castle, and see the interesting displays at Dublin Writers Museum.

For where to stay, traveler tips, ratings, and tourist information, refer to the Dublin trip itinerary maker site.

Traveling by flight from London to Dublin takes 4.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of car and ferry; or do a combination of train and ferry. Traveling from London in September, expect nights in Dublin to be about the same, around 10°C, while days are little chillier, around 19°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 6th (Tue) to allow enough time to fly to Lisbon.

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

Explore Lisbon's surroundings by going to Sintra (Quinta da Regaleira, Park and National Palace of Pena, &more). And it doesn't end there: admire nature's wide array of creatures at Lisbon Oceanarium, get the lay of the land with Walking tours, step into the grandiose world of Castelo de S. Jorge, and don't miss a visit to Belém Tower.

To find traveler tips, more things to do, maps, and tourist information, go to the Lisbon online visit planner.

Traveling by flight from Dublin to Lisbon takes 6 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of ferry and car; or take a bus. In September, Lisbon is somewhat warmer than Dublin - with highs of 32°C and lows of 19°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 10th (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.

Barcelona is known for sightseeing, parks, and nightlife. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: admire the landmark architecture of Basilica de la Sagrada Familia, stroll around Parc Guell, take in the architecture and atmosphere at Barcelona Cathedral, and kick back and relax at Playa de La Barceloneta.

For where to stay, ratings, other places to visit, and other tourist information, you can read our Barcelona road trip planning app.

You can fly from Lisbon to Barcelona in 5 hours. Other options are to drive; or take a train. The time zone changes from Western European Standard Time to Central European Standard Time, which is usually a 1 hour difference. In September, plan for daily highs up to 30°C, and evening lows to 21°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 13th (Tue) early enough to fly to Rome.

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

Rome is known for historic sites, sightseeing, and nightlife. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: contemplate the long history of Colosseum, explore the world behind art at Vatican Museums, make a trip to Roman Forum, and delve into the distant past at Pantheon.

To see more things to do, where to stay, photos, and tourist information, read our Rome tour itinerary planner.

You can fly from Barcelona to Rome in 5 hours. Other options are to drive; or take a train. Plan for a bit cooler nights when traveling from Barcelona in September since evenings lows in Rome dip to 18°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 16th (Fri) early enough to fly 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.

Explore Budapest's surroundings by going to Eger (Eger Castle, Dobo Square, &more). And it doesn't end there: admire the striking features of Hungarian Parliament Building, take in the natural beauty of Palatinus Strandfürdő, steep yourself in history at Liberty Statue, and take in the spiritual surroundings of St. Stephen's Basilica (Szent Istvan Bazilika).

To see maps, other places to visit, photos, and tourist information, you can read our Budapest trip itinerary planner.

You can fly from Rome to Budapest in 5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train. In September, Budapest is slightly colder than Rome - with highs of 25°C and lows of 13°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 20th (Tue) early enough to go by car to Vienna.

The cultural, economic, and political center of the country, Vienna has developed from its early Celtic and Roman roots into a medieval and Baroque city, with an old town that was designated a World Heritage Site in 2001.

Vienna is known for historic sites, museums, and sightseeing. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: admire the striking features of Schonbrunn Palace, examine the collection at Kunsthistorisches Museum Wien, admire the masterpieces at MuseumsQuartier Wien, and browse the eclectic array of goods at Vienna Naschmarkt.

To see ratings, more things to do, traveler tips, and other tourist information, read Vienna attractions planner.

Drive from Budapest to Vienna in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can fly; or take a train. In September, plan for daily highs up to 24°C, and evening lows to 13°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 24th (Sat) early enough to drive to Salzburg.

Surrounded by mountain ranges and boasting a well-preserved city center, Salzburg melds culture and history.

Start off your visit on the 25th (Sun): step into the grandiose world of Schloss Hellbrunn, then step into the grandiose world of Fortress Hohensalzburg, then take in the architecture and atmosphere at Salzburg Cathedral, and finally admire the natural beauty at Mirabell Palace. On the 26th (Mon), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: don't miss a visit to Stiegl Brauwelt, examine the collection at Red Bull Hangar-7, shop like a local with Getreidegasse, then take an in-depth tour of Mozarts Geburtshaus, and finally contemplate the long history of Mozart Residence (Mozart Wohnhaus).

For other places to visit, maps, more things to do, and other tourist information, go to the Salzburg online travel planner.

Drive from Vienna to Salzburg in 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or fly. September in Salzburg sees daily highs of 22°C and lows of 11°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 26th (Mon) to allow time to drive 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.

Venture out of the city with trips to Karlstejn Castle (in Karlstejn) and Prachov Rocks (in Jicin). There's lots more to do: take in the views from Charles Bridge, let your taste buds guide you at a local gastronomic tour, get the lay of the land with Walking tours, and contemplate in the serene atmosphere at St. Vitus Cathedral.

To find reviews, photos, traveler tips, and other tourist information, read our Prague trip planning website.

You can drive from Salzburg to Prague in 4.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of train and flight; or do a combination of train and bus. In September in Prague, expect temperatures between 22°C during the day and 12°C at night. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 1st (Sat) so you can catch the flight to Stockholm.

One of Europe's most culturally diverse cities, Stockholm extends over 14 islands, united by a series of tunnels and bridges.

Stockholm is known for museums, sightseeing, and historic sites. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: examine the collection at Skansen, admire the landmark architecture of Drottningholm Palace, admire the masterpieces at Millesgarden Museum, and step off the mainland to explore Sodermalm.

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Traveling by flight from Prague to Stockholm takes 5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train. When traveling from Prague in October, plan for a bit cooler days and about the same nights in Stockholm: temperatures range from 12°C by day to 4°C at night. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 5th (Wed) so you can travel to Copenhagen.

Founded in the 10th century as a Viking fishing village, Copenhagen has morphed into the cultural, political, and economic powerhouse of the country.

Copenhagen is known for historic sites, sightseeing, and parks. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: steep yourself in history at Rosenborg Castle, visit Nyhavn, admire the masterpieces at Ny Carlsberg Glyptotek, and admire the striking features of Amalienborg Museum.

For ratings, more things to do, other places to visit, and tourist information, use the Copenhagen trip planner.

Traveling by combination of flight, taxi, and train from Stockholm to Copenhagen takes 4 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or drive. Traveling from Stockholm in October, plan for a bit warmer nights in Copenhagen, with lows around 9°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 9th (Sun) early enough to catch the flight to Amsterdam.

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

Explore Amsterdam's surroundings by going to The Hague (Sea Life Scheveningen, Binnenhof & Ridderzaal (Inner Court & Hall of the Knights), &more). And it doesn't end there: admire the masterpieces at Van Gogh Museum, get to know the resident critters at ARTIS, walk around Vondelpark, and appreciate the extensive heritage of Begijnhof.

To find more things to do, traveler tips, other places to visit, and tourist information, use the Amsterdam tour planner.

You can fly from Copenhagen to Amsterdam in 4.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train. October in Amsterdam sees daily highs of 17°C and lows of 9°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 14th (Fri) early enough to drive 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.

Brussels is known for historic sites, museums, and sightseeing. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: make a trip to Grand Place, see the interesting displays at Musical Instruments Museum (MIM), browse the exhibits of Belgian Comic Strip Center, and take in the spiritual surroundings of St. Michael and St. Gudula Cathedral (Cathedrale St-Michel et Ste-Gudule).

For traveler tips, ratings, and tourist information, read Brussels trip planner.

You can drive from Amsterdam to Brussels in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or fly. October in Brussels sees daily highs of 16°C and lows of 9°C at night. Cap off your sightseeing on the 17th (Mon) early enough to catch the train 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.

Take a break from Paris with a short trip to Palace of Versailles in Versailles, about 48 minutes away. There's lots more to do: steep yourself in history at Eiffel Tower, stroll around Luxembourg Gardens, explore the world behind art at Musee d'Orsay, and stop by Montmartre.

To see traveler tips, more things to do, other places to visit, and more tourist information, use the Paris trip itinerary website.

Take a train from Brussels to Paris in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can fly; or drive. In October, plan for daily highs up to 19°C, and evening lows to 10°C. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 22nd (Sat) to allow enough time to travel back home.