49 days in Europe Itinerary

Built on a desolate swamp as a showcase capital of Imperial Russia, this grand city has certainly lived up to the expectations of its founder, Tsar Peter the Great.

Appreciate the collections at The State Hermitage Museum and Russian Museum. The adventure continues: examine the collection at Saint Isaac's Cathedral, get engrossed in the history at Yusupov Palace, steep yourself in history at Grand Peterhof Palace and Gardens, and pause for some serene contemplation at Church of the Savior on Spilled Blood.

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Taipei, Taiwan to St. Petersburg is an approximately 17.5-hour flight. The time zone difference moving from Taipei Standard Time (CST) to Moscow Standard Time (MSK) is minus 5 hours. Traveling from Taipei in May, things will get much colder in St. Petersburg: highs are around 19°C and lows about 8°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 19th (Fri) to allow time to fly to Stockholm.

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

Start off your visit on the 20th (Sat): see the interesting displays at Fotografiska Stockholm, then examine the collection at Skansen, then get engrossed in the history at Vasa Museum, and finally examine the collection at ABBA The Museum. On your second day here, have a blast at Grona Lunds Tivoli, explore the galleries of Millesgarden Museum, enjoy breathtaking views from Stockholm City Hall, then explore the historical opulence of Royal Palace, and finally explore the world behind art at Moderna Museet - Stockholm.

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Getting from St. Petersburg to Stockholm by flight takes about 4.5 hours. Other options: do a combination of train and ferry; or do a combination of car and ferry. Due to the time zone difference, you'll gain 2 hours traveling from St. Petersburg to Stockholm. May in Stockholm sees daily highs of 18°C and lows of 6°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 21st (Sun) to allow time to fly 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.

Let the collections at Guinness Storehouse and National Gallery of Ireland capture your imagination. Next up on the itinerary: explore the galleries of Kilmainham Gaol Museum, make a trip to Temple Bar, walk around St Stephens Green, and admire the striking features of Saint Patrick's Cathedral.

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Traveling by flight from Stockholm to Dublin takes 6 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of train and bus; or do a combination of train and bus. Traveling from Stockholm to Dublin, you'll gain 1 hour due to the time zone difference. Expect a daytime high around 17°C in May, and nighttime lows around 7°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 25th (Thu) so you can catch the flight to London.

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

Appreciate the collections at National Gallery and Victoria and Albert Museum. The adventure continues: learn more about the world around you at Natural History Museum, stroll around Hyde Park, make a trip to Buckingham Palace, and take in the views from Tower Bridge.

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You can fly from Dublin to London in 4.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of ferry and car; or do a combination of ferry and train. In May in London, expect temperatures between 19°C during the day and 9°C at night. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 28th (Sun) so you can 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.

Rijksmuseum and The Mauritshuis Royal Picture Gallery will appeal to museum buffs. You'll find plenty of places to visit near Amsterdam: Haarlem (Grote Markt & Frans Hals Museum), The Hague (Escher in Het Paleis (Escher in the Palace) & Louwman Museum The Hague) and Royal Delft - Koninklijke Porceleyne Fles (in Delft). There's much more to do: explore the world behind art at Van Gogh Museum, see the interesting displays at Madame Tussauds Amsterdam, get curious at NEMO Science Museum, and contemplate the long history of Museum Het Rembrandthuis.

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Traveling by flight from London to Amsterdam takes 4.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or do a combination of car and train. You'll lose 1 hour traveling from London to Amsterdam due to the time zone difference. May in Amsterdam sees daily highs of 20°C and lows of 10°C at night. Cap off your sightseeing on the 1st (Thu) early enough to go by car 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.

You'll explore and learn at Groeningemuseum and Royal Museums of Fine Arts of Belgium. Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Brussels: Bruges (Bruges Beer Experience (Bruges Beer Museum), The Markt, &more). There's much more to do: examine the collection at Musical Instruments Museum (MIM), don't miss a visit to Grand Place, explore the galleries of Belgian Comic Strip Center, and admire the landmark architecture of Parc du Cinquantenaire.

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Traveling by car from Amsterdam to Brussels takes 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or fly. In June in Brussels, expect temperatures between 23°C during the day and 12°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 4th (Sun) to allow time to take a 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.

You'll explore and learn at Louvre Museum and Musee des Beaux-Arts de Rouen. Get out of town with these interesting Paris side-trips: Fondation Claude Monet (in Giverny) and The Royal Chapel (in Versailles). Next up on the itinerary: explore the world behind art at Musee d'Orsay, walk around Luxembourg Gardens, browse the exhibits of Centre National d'Art et de Culture George Pompidou, and shop like a local with Champs-Elysees.

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Traveling by train from Brussels to Paris takes 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can fly; or drive. Traveling from Brussels in June, expect nights in Paris to be about the same, around 15°C, while days are a bit warmer, around 27°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 8th (Thu) so you can 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 9th (Fri): explore the historical opulence of Castelo de S. Jorge, explore the world behind art at Museu Nacional do Azulejo, admire the masterpieces at Museu Calouste Gulbenkian, then take in the spiritual surroundings of Mosteiro dos Jeronimos, and finally appreciate the history behind Padrao dos Descobrimentos. On the next day, take a stroll through Alfama, make a trip to Praca do Comercio (Terreiro do Paco), make a trip to Elevador de Santa Justa, take a stroll through Bairro Alto, then make a trip to Belém Tower, and finally admire nature's wide array of creatures at Lisbon Oceanarium.

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You can fly from Paris to Lisbon in 5.5 hours. Other options are to drive; or take a train. The time zone difference when traveling from Paris to Lisbon is minus 1 hour. When traveling from Paris in June, plan for a bit warmer days and about the same nights in Lisbon: temperatures range from 32°C by day to 18°C at night. Cap off your sightseeing on the 10th (Sat) early enough to catch the flight to Madrid.

Madrid is known for its cultural and artistic heritage, lively nightlife, and a dynamic culinary scene.

On the 11th (Sun), indulge your senses at some of the top wineries in the area, explore the world behind art at Museo Nacional Centro de Arte Reina Sofia, then explore the world behind art at Prado National Museum, and finally see the interesting displays at Museo Nacional Thyssen-Bornemisza. On the 12th (Mon), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: walk around Parque del Retiro, make a trip to Plaza Mayor, make a trip to Puerta del Sol, then browse the eclectic array of goods at Mercado San Miguel, and finally contemplate the long history of Royal Palace of Madrid.

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You can fly from Lisbon to Madrid in 4.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. The time zone difference moving from Western European Standard Time (WET) to Central European Standard Time (CET) is 1 hour. Traveling from Lisbon in June, you will find days in Madrid are a bit warmer (36°C), and nights are about the same (19°C). Wrap up your sightseeing on the 12th (Mon) to allow time 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.

Kick off your visit on the 13th (Tue): take a stroll through Las Ramblas, stroll around Parc Guell, then admire the landmark architecture of Basilica de la Sagrada Familia, then admire the striking features of Casa Mila - La Pedrera, and finally admire the striking features of Casa Batllo. On the 14th (Wed), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: get a taste of the local shopping with La Boqueria, admire the striking features of Palau Guell, explore the world behind art at Joan Miro Foundation, then explore the world behind art at Museu Picasso, then pause for some serene contemplation at Barcelona Cathedral, and finally take a stroll through Gothic Quarter (Barri Gotic).

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Fly from Madrid to Barcelona in 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or drive. When traveling from Madrid in June, plan for a bit cooler days in Barcelona, with highs around 30°C, while nights are about the same with lows around 22°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 14th (Wed) 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.

Museum-lovers will get to explore Vatican Museums and Stanze di Raffaello. And it doesn't end there: delve into the distant past at Colosseum, don't miss a visit to St. Peter's Basilica, admire the landmark architecture of Pantheon, and get to know the fascinating history of Piazza Navona.

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Traveling by flight from Barcelona to Rome takes 5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train. In June, daytime highs in Rome are 34°C, while nighttime lows are 21°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 17th (Sat) early enough to take a train to Florence.

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

Museum-lovers will get to explore Florence Academy of Fine Arts and Pitti Palace. Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Florence: Siena (Complesso Museale Santa Maria della Scala, Pinacoteca Nazionale, &more). There's lots more to do: make a trip to Piazzale Michelangelo, get a sense of history and politics at Palazzo Vecchio, explore the world behind art at Museo Nazionale del Bargello, and pause for some serene contemplation at Basilica of Santa Croce.

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You can take a train from Rome to Florence in 2.5 hours. Other options are to fly; or drive. In June, plan for daily highs up to 33°C, and evening lows to 21°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 21st (Wed) so you can drive 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 22nd (Thu): take in the views from Ponte di Rialto, steep yourself in history at Peggy Guggenheim Collection, then see the interesting displays at Doge's Palace, then explore the activities along Canal Grande, and finally examine the collection at Museo Ebraico di Venezia. Here are some ideas for day two: take in the architecture and atmosphere at San Giorgio Maggiore, make a trip to Basilica di San Marco, admire the masterpieces at Museo Correr, take in panoramic vistas at St Mark's Campanile, then take in the views from Ponte dei Sospiri, and finally get to know the fascinating history of Piazza San Marco.

For photos, maps, traveler tips, and more tourist information, read our Venice trip planner.

Drive from Florence to Venice in 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or take a bus. June in Venice sees daily highs of 32°C and lows of 20°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 23rd (Fri) early enough to fly 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.

Start off your visit on the 24th (Sat): take a stroll through Lesser Town, snap pictures at Charles Bridge, get great views at Prague Astronomical Clock, then explore the historical opulence of Prague Castle, then take in the spiritual surroundings of St. Vitus Cathedral, and finally enjoy breathtaking views from Petrin Tower. On the next day, take an in-depth tour of Jewish Museum in Prague, take in the spiritual surroundings of Spanish Synagogue, then get to know the fascinating history of Staromestske namesti, then let your taste buds guide you at a local gastronomic tour, and finally take some stellar pictures from Petřín.

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You can fly from Venice to Prague in 4.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train. In June, Prague is little chillier than Venice - with highs of 26°C and lows of 15°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 25th (Sun) early enough to fly 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.

Kick off your visit on the 26th (Mon): stroll the grounds of Central Cemetery (Zentralfriedhof), admire the masterpieces at Belvedere Palace, then admire the masterpieces at Kunsthistorisches Museum Wien, then examine the collection at Hofburg, and finally take in the architecture and atmosphere at St. Stephen's Cathedral. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 27th (Tue): explore the world behind art at MuseumsQuartier Wien, hunt for treasures at Vienna Naschmarkt, then admire the masterpieces at Albertina, and finally examine the collection at Judenplatz Holocaust Memorial.

For maps, photos, and tourist information, refer to the Vienna day trip planner.

Traveling by flight from Prague to Vienna takes 3 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a shuttle. In June, daily temperatures in Vienna can reach 29°C, while at night they dip to 15°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 27th (Tue) early enough to catch the flight to Athens.

One of the world's most ancient cities, Athens remains Europe's undisputed historical and cultural capital.

On the 28th (Wed), delve into the distant past at Ancient Agora of Athens, steep yourself in history at Acropolis of Athens, then admire the natural beauty at National Garden, then get engrossed in the history at Acropolis Museum, and finally appreciate the history behind Temple of Olympian Zeus. On the 29th (Thu), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: explore the world behind art at National Archaeological Museum, then admire the masterpieces at Benaki Museum, then examine the collection at Kotsanas Museum of Ancient Greek Technology, and finally take a stroll through Plaka.

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Fly from Vienna to Athens in 5.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of bus and train. The time zone difference moving from Central European Standard Time (CET) to Eastern European Standard Time (EET) is 1 hour. Traveling from Vienna in June, things will get somewhat warmer in Athens: highs are around 35°C and lows about 24°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 29th (Thu) to allow enough time to fly to Istanbul.

A physical and cultural bridge between Europe and Asia, the transcontinental city of Istanbul serves as a living reminder of the Roman, Byzantine, and Ottoman empires.

Start off your visit on the 30th (Fri): explore the world behind art at Chora Museum, get engrossed in the history at Galata Tower, admire the masterpieces at Istanbul Modern | Istanbul Museum of Modern Art, then take in the spiritual surroundings of Suleymaniye Cami , and finally hunt for treasures at Kapali Carsi. On your second day here, admire the landmark architecture of Dolmabahce Palace, get engrossed in the history at Topkapi Palace, admire the landmark architecture of Hagia Sophia Mosque, then take in the spiritual surroundings of Sultan Ahmed Mosque, and finally admire the striking features of Basilica Cistern.

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Getting from Athens to Istanbul by flight takes about 4.5 hours. Other options: drive; or take a bus. The time zone difference moving from Eastern European Standard Time (EET) to Turkey Time (TRT) is 1 hour. Traveling from Athens in June, expect Istanbul to be a bit cooler, temps between 30°C and 20°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 2nd (Sun) early enough to fly back home.