20 days in Central Europe Itinerary

Do some cultural sightseeing at Fisherman's Bastion and Heroes' Square. Matthias Church and St. Stephen's Basilica (Szent Istvan Bazilika) will appeal to history buffs. There's still lots to do: ponder the world of politics at Hungarian Parliament Building, test the waters at a local thermal spa, steep yourself in history at Dohány Street Synagogue, and see the interesting displays at House of Terror Museum.

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Toronto, Canada to Budapest is an approximately 13-hour flight. You'll lose 6 hours traveling from Toronto to Budapest due to the time zone difference. In May in Budapest, expect temperatures between 25°C during the day and 11°C at night. Cap off your sightseeing on the 24th (Thu) early enough to go by car to Vienna.

Visit St. Stephen's Cathedral and Schottenkirche for their historical value. Get a sense of the local culture at Belvedere Palace and Albertina. Next up on the itinerary: step into the grandiose world of Schonbrunn Palace, see the interesting displays at Kunsthistorisches Museum Wien, meet the residents at Schönbrunn Zoo, and don't miss a visit to Historic Center of Vienna.

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Getting from Budapest to Vienna by car takes about 2.5 hours. Other options: fly; or take a train. In May, daytime highs in Vienna are 22°C, while nighttime lows are 11°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 27th (Sun) early enough to drive to Salzburg.

On the 28th (Mon), admire the striking features of Salzburg Cathedral, then step into the grandiose world of Schloss Hellbrunn, then steep yourself in history at Mozart Residence (Mozart Wohnhaus), and finally take in nature's colorful creations at Mirabell Palace.

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Traveling by car from Vienna to Salzburg takes 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or fly. Expect a daytime high around 21°C in May, and nighttime lows around 9°C. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 29th (Tue) to allow time for the flight to Krakow.

Kick off your visit on the 30th (Wed): take a stroll through Ulica Florianska, take in the spiritual surroundings of Wawel Cathedral, then steep yourself in history at Wieliczka Salt Mine, and finally make a trip to Krakow's Rynek Glowny Central Square. On the 31st (Thu), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: appreciate the extensive heritage of Wawel Royal Castle, then take in the spiritual surroundings of Bazylika i Klasztor Franciszkanow, then steep yourself in history at Barbican, Museum of Krakow, and finally don't miss a visit to St. Mary's Basilica.

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You can fly from Salzburg to Krakow in 6 hours. Other options are to drive; or do a combination of train and shuttle. In May, plan for daily highs up to 22°C, and evening lows to 9°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 1st (Fri) so you can fly to Prague.

Staromestske namesti and Spanish Synagogue will appeal to history buffs. Your cultural itinerary includes sights like Prague Castle and Lesser Town. There's much more to do: admire the striking features of St. Vitus Cathedral, admire nature's wide array of creatures at Prague Zoo, get engrossed in the history at Jewish Museum in Prague, and indulge your taste buds at Prague for Two.

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Getting from Krakow to Prague by flight takes about 4.5 hours. Other options: drive; or take a shuttle. In June, daily temperatures in Prague can reach 26°C, while at night they dip to 15°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 5th (Tue) so you can drive to Berlin.

Take a break from the city and head to Strandbad Tegeler See and Strandbar Mitte. Do some cultural sightseeing at Pergamonmuseum and Charlottenburg Palace. There's lots more to do: ponder the world of politics at Reichstag Building, contemplate the long history of Memorial of the Berlin Wall, get outside with Strandbad Wannsee, and make a trip to Mauermuseum - Museum Haus am Checkpoint Charlie.

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Drive from Prague to Berlin in 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a shuttle; or take a bus. Finish your sightseeing early on the 8th (Fri) to allow enough time to fly back home.