22 days in Europe Itinerary

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

Start off your visit on the 4th (Sat): explore the world behind art at Van Gogh Museum, then see the interesting displays at Anne Frank House, and then wander the streets of The Jordaan. On the 5th (Sun), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: explore the activities along Emperor's Canal (Keizersgracht), walk around Vondelpark, then explore the world behind art at Rijksmuseum, and finally explore the world behind art at Museum Het Rembrandthuis.

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Seattle, USA to Amsterdam is an approximately 13-hour flight. The time zone difference when traveling from Seattle to Amsterdam is 9 hours. Expect slightly colder weather when traveling from Seattle in May: highs in Amsterdam hover around 63°F, while lows dip to 48°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 5th (Sun) 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 6th (Mon): get engrossed in the history at Jewish Museum in Prague, contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Spanish Synagogue, then get to know the fascinating history of Staromestske namesti, then make a trip to Prague Astronomical Clock, and finally snap pictures at Charles Bridge. On the 7th (Tue), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: stop by Lesser Town, step into the grandiose world of Prague Castle, then contemplate in the serene atmosphere at St. Vitus Cathedral, and finally take in panoramic vistas at Petrin Tower.

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Fly from Amsterdam to Prague in 4.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train. May in Prague sees daily highs of 64°F and lows of 48°F at night. Cap off your sightseeing on the 7th (Tue) early enough to catch the flight 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.

Kick off your visit on the 8th (Wed): take in the spiritual surroundings of St. Stephen's Basilica (Szent Istvan Bazilika), then see the interesting displays at House of Terror Museum, then steep yourself in history at Heroes' Square, and finally ponder the world of politics at Hungarian Parliament Building. Here are some ideas for day two: make a trip to Fisherman's Bastion, contemplate the long history of Matthias Church, then take in the views from Szechenyi Lanchid, then contemplate the long history of Dohány Street Synagogue, and finally steep yourself in history at Liberty Statue.

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You can fly from Prague to Budapest in 4.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a shuttle. Expect somewhat warmer weather when traveling from Prague in May: highs in Budapest hover around 71°F, while lows dip to 50°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 9th (Thu) to allow time 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.

Start off your visit on the 10th (Fri): don't miss a visit to Trevi Fountain, explore the ancient world of Pantheon, then admire the masterpieces at Museo Nazionale di Castel Sant'Angelo, then explore the ancient world of Colosseum, and finally explore the ancient world of Palatine Hill. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 11th (Sat): explore the world behind art at Galleria Borghese, appreciate the history behind La Pieta, then take in the architecture and atmosphere at St. Peter's Basilica, then appreciate the extensive heritage of Piazza Navona, and finally pause for some serene contemplation at Church of St. Louis of the French.

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Traveling by flight from Budapest to Rome takes 5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train. Traveling from Budapest in May, you can expect nighttime temperatures to be somewhat warmer in Rome, with lows of 58°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 11th (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 12th (Sun), admire the masterpieces at Florence Academy of Fine Arts, take in the views from Ponte Vecchio, then make a trip to Piazzale Michelangelo, then explore the world behind art at Pitti Palace, and finally ponder the world of politics at Palazzo Vecchio. Keep things going the next day: steep yourself in history at Basilica of Santa Croce, appreciate the extensive heritage of Piazza della Signoria, get to know the fascinating history of Piazza del Duomo, then take in the spiritual surroundings of Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore, then enjoy breathtaking views from Campanile di Giotto, and finally don't miss a visit to The Baptistery of St. John.

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Take a train from Rome to Florence in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can fly; or drive. Traveling from Rome in May, you can expect nighttime temperatures to be a bit cooler in Florence, with lows of 52°F. Cap off your sightseeing on the 13th (Mon) early enough to catch the flight 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 14th (Tue): admire the striking features of Casa Mila - La Pedrera, stroll around Parc Guell, then admire the striking features of Basilica de la Sagrada Familia, and finally don't miss a visit to Casa Batllo. Keep things going the next day: take in the architecture and atmosphere at Barcelona Cathedral, then get to know the fascinating history of Gothic Quarter (Barri Gotic), then admire the striking features of Palau Guell, and finally wander the streets of Las Ramblas.

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You can fly from Florence to Barcelona in 5 hours. Other options are to drive; or take a train. In May in Barcelona, expect temperatures between 71°F during the day and 57°F at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 15th (Wed) 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.

Change things up with a short trip to Quinta da Regaleira in Sintra (about 36 minutes away). The adventure continues: contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Mosteiro dos Jeronimos, observe the fascinating underwater world at Lisbon Oceanarium, make a trip to Belém Tower, and stop by Alfama.

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Getting from Barcelona to Lisbon by flight takes about 5 hours. Other options: drive; or take a train. Traveling from Barcelona to Lisbon, you'll gain 1 hour due to the time zone difference. In May in Lisbon, expect temperatures between 75°F during the day and 55°F at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 18th (Sat) to allow enough time to fly 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.

Paris is known for museums, sightseeing, and historic sites. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: contemplate the long history of Eiffel Tower, take in nature's colorful creations at Luxembourg Gardens, wander the streets of Île de la Cité, and admire the landmark architecture of Arc de Triomphe.

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Getting from Lisbon to Paris by flight takes about 5.5 hours. Other options: drive; or take a train. You'll lose 1 hour traveling from Lisbon to Paris due to the time zone difference. Prepare for slightly colder weather when traveling from Lisbon in May: high temperatures in Paris hover around 64°F and lows are around 49°F. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 21st (Tue) so you can 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: see the interesting displays at Guinness Storehouse, don't miss a visit to Merrion Square, admire the striking features of Trinity College Dublin, and steep yourself in history at Saint Patrick's Cathedral.

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Getting from Paris to Dublin by flight takes about 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 1 hour traveling from Paris to Dublin. Traveling from Paris in May, expect Dublin to be slightly colder, temps between 59°F and 43°F. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 24th (Fri) so you can catch the flight back home.