16 days in Italy & Paris Itinerary

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 30th (Sat), see the interesting displays at Doge's Palace, take in the views from Ponte dei Sospiri, don't miss a visit to Peggy Guggenheim Collection, thencontemplate the waterfront views at Canal Grande, and finally take in the views from Ponte di Rialto. On the 1st (Sun), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: appreciate the extensive heritage of Piazza San Marco, thenadmire the landmark architecture of Basilica di San Marco, thenwander the streets of Campo del Ghetto, and finally see the interesting displays at Museo Ebraico di Venezia.

To find maps, where to stay, reviews, and tourist information, read our Venice travel planner.

New York City, USA to Venice is an approximately 12-hour flight. You'll lose 6 hours traveling from New York City to Venice due to the time zone difference. Expect a daytime high around °F in June, and nighttime lows around °F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 2nd (Mon) so you can travel to Ravello.

Best known for its celebrated terraced gardens, Ravello is a hidden gem of Italy's Amalfi Coast.

Kick off your visit on the 2nd (Mon): admire the landmark architecture of Villa Rufolo, contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Duomo di Ravello, and then take in the exciting artwork at Ceramiche d'Arte Carmela. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 3rd (Tue): contemplate the long history of Villa Cimbrone Gardens, thenenjoy the sand and surf at Spiaggia Lannio, and then tour the pleasant surroundings at Fornillo.

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You can fly from Venice to Ravello in 6.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of train, subway, and taxi. Traveling from Venice in July, expect somewhat warmer with lows of °F in Ravello. Cap off your sightseeing on the 4th (Wed) early enough to go by car to Rome.

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

Museum-lovers will get to explore Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel. Family-friendly places like Colosseum and Piazza Navona will thrill your kids. And it doesn't end there: take in the architecture and atmosphere at Pantheon, make a trip to Trevi Fountain, steep yourself in history at Roman Forum, and explore the ancient world of Palatine Hill.

To find other places to visit, reviews, maps, and more tourist information, go to the Rome vacation builder website.

Traveling by car from Ravello to Rome takes 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of taxi and train; or take a bus. Plan for a bit cooler nights when traveling from Ravello in July since evenings lows in Rome dip to °F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 7th (Sat) to allow enough 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 8th (Sun), explore the world behind art at Florence Academy of Fine Arts, take in the spiritual surroundings of Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore, thenexplore the world behind art at Gallerie Degli Uffizi, thencontemplate in the serene atmosphere at The Baptistery of St. John, and finally appreciate the history behind Loggia dei Lanzi. On the next day, take in panoramic vistas at Campanile di Giotto, appreciate the extensive heritage of Piazza del Duomo, pause for some serene contemplation at Basilica of Santa Croce, thendon't miss a visit to Piazzale Michelangelo, and finally explore the world behind art at Pitti Palace.

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You can take a train from Rome to Florence in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or fly. Traveling from Rome in July, plan for little chillier nights in Florence, with lows around °F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 10th (Tue) so you can take a train to Verona.

The famous setting for Shakespeare's star-crossed lovers, Romeo and Juliet, Verona is one of northern Italy's main tourist destinations, largely owing to its incredibly rich artistic heritage.

On the 10th (Tue), see where the action happens at Arena di Verona and then wander the streets of Piazza delle Erbe.

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Traveling by train from Florence to Verona takes 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. In July, plan for daily highs up to °F, and evening lows to °F. On the 10th (Tue), wrap the sightseeing up by early afternoon so you can 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.

Get a sense of the local culture at Eiffel Tower and Le Marais. Deepen your sense of the past at sights like Palace of Versailles and Champs-Elysees. Next up on the itinerary: explore the world behind art at Musee d'Orsay, admire the striking features of Louvre Museum, take in the architecture and atmosphere at Cathédrale Notre-Dame de Paris, and appreciate the history behind Arc de Triomphe.

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Traveling by combination of train and flight from Verona to Paris takes 6.5 hours. Alternatively, you can fly; or drive. Plan for a bit cooler temperatures traveling from Verona in July, with highs in Paris at °F and lows at °F. Cap off your sightseeing on the 14th (Sat) early enough to travel back home.