60 days in Europe Itinerary

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, nightlife, museums, classes, and shopping. Your plan includes some of its best attractions: delve into the distant past at Colosseum, admire the local landmark of Trevi Fountain, admire the landmark architecture of Pantheon, and steep yourself in history at Palatine Hill.

To find traveler tips, photos, maps, and more tourist information, read our Rome trip planner.

Melbourne, Australia to Rome is an approximately 25-hour flight. You can also do a combination of shuttle and flight; or do a combination of train and flight. The time zone difference when traveling from Melbourne to Rome is minus 9 hours. When traveling from Melbourne in January, plan for colder days in Rome, with highs around 15°C, while nights are little chillier with lows around 4°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 1st (Sat) to allow 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 2nd (Sun), see the interesting displays at Academy Of Florence Art Gallery, get great views at Piazzale Michelangelo, take in the views from Ponte Vecchio, then get to know the fascinating history of Piazza del Duomo, then steep yourself in history at Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore, and finally enjoy breathtaking views from Campanile di Giotto. Keep things going the next day: get engrossed in the history at Basilica di Santa Croce, then explore the world behind art at Pitti Palace, then ponder the world of politics at Palazzo Vecchio, and finally take in the spiritual surroundings of The Baptistery of St. John.

To find other places to visit, where to stay, reviews, and tourist information, go to the Florence online tour itinerary planner .

Getting from Rome to Florence by train takes about 2 hours. Other options: drive; or fly. In February, plan for daily highs up to 14°C, and evening lows to 5°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 3rd (Mon) early enough to travel 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 parks, nightlife, museums, shopping, and historic sites. Your plan includes some of its best attractions: admire the striking features of Basilica of the Sagrada Familia, stroll around Parc Guell, pause for some serene contemplation at Barcelona Cathedral, and make a trip to Casa Batllo.

To find reviews, where to stay, traveler tips, and tourist information, refer to the Barcelona online vacation planner .

You can fly from Florence to Barcelona in 5 hours. Other options are to do a combination of train and flight; or drive. In February, daytime highs in Barcelona are 17°C, while nighttime lows are 7°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 7th (Fri) to allow enough time to travel to Lisbon.

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

Venture out of the city with trips to Sintra (Quinta da Regaleira & Castelo dos Mouros). And it doesn't end there: observe the fascinating underwater world at Lisbon Oceanarium, contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Mosteiro dos Jeronimos, appreciate the history behind Padrao dos Descobrimentos, and admire the masterpieces at Museu Nacional do Azulejo.

To see photos, other places to visit, reviews, and tourist information, refer to the Lisbon travel route planner .

Traveling by flight from Barcelona to Lisbon takes 5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of train and bus. You'll gain 1 hour traveling from Barcelona to Lisbon due to the time zone difference. February in Lisbon sees daily highs of 18°C and lows of 9°C at night. Cap off your sightseeing on the 11th (Tue) early enough to travel 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.

Take a break from London with a short trip to Cotswolds Distillery in Stourton, about 2 hours away. There's much more to do: admire the masterpieces at National Gallery, take an in-depth tour of The British Museum, admire the striking features of Houses of Parliament, and contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Westminster Abbey.

To find reviews, photos, maps, and other tourist information, refer to the London trip maker website .

Fly from Lisbon to London in 5.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of flight and train; or take a train. Traveling from Lisbon in February, things will get a bit cooler in London: highs are around 9°C and lows about 1°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 16th (Sun) early enough 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.

Change things up with a short trip to Palace of Versailles in Versailles (about 48 minutes away). The adventure continues: steep yourself in history at Eiffel Tower, browse the exhibits of Centre National d'Art et de Culture George Pompidou, wander the streets of Montmartre, and explore the different monuments and memorials at The Paris Catacombs.

To find photos, maps, traveler tips, and other tourist information, you can read our Paris online holiday builder .

You can take a train from London to Paris in 2.5 hours. Other options are to fly; or drive. Due to the time zone difference, you'll lose 1 hour traveling from London to Paris. February in Paris sees daily highs of 9°C and lows of 1°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 21st (Fri) to allow time to take a train 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.

Change things up with these side-trips from Brussels: Bruges (Historic Centre of Brugge, Huisbrouwerij De Halve Maan, & more). There's much more to do: steep yourself in history at Grand Place, explore the galleries of Atomium, find something for the whole family at Mini-Europe, and take in the spiritual surroundings of St. Michael and St. Gudula Cathedral (Cathedrale St-Michel et Ste-Gudule).

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You can take a train from Paris to Brussels in 1.5 hours. Other options are to fly; or drive. While traveling from Paris, expect slightly colder days and about the same nights in Brussels, ranging from highs of 5°C to lows of 0°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 26th (Wed) early enough to take a train to Amsterdam.

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

Take a break from Amsterdam with a short trip to The Mauritshuis Royal Picture Gallery in The Hague, about 1h 05 min away. Next up on the itinerary: take an in-depth tour of Anne Frank House, wander the streets of The Jordaan, learn about wildlife with up-close encounters at ARTIS, and indulge your thirst for a good beer at Heineken Experience.

For other places to visit, photos, ratings, and other tourist information, you can read our Amsterdam driving holiday planning site .

You can take a train from Brussels to Amsterdam in 2 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or fly. In February, daily temperatures in Amsterdam can reach 7°C, while at night they dip to 0°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 2nd (Mon) early enough to travel to Berlin.

The country's capital and largest city, Berlin is a diverse urban center boasting a lively nightlife and countless things to do.

Berlin is known for museums, historic sites, nightlife, parks, and shopping. Your plan includes some of its best attractions: ponder the world of politics at Reichstag Building, get up close and personal with brilliant marine life at Zoo Berlin, appreciate the history behind The Holocaust Memorial - Memorial to the Murdered Jews of Europe, and take in the local highlights with Walking tours.

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You can fly from Amsterdam to Berlin in 4.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of train and flight; or drive. Finish your sightseeing early on the 7th (Sat) to allow enough 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.

Prague is known for historic sites, nightlife, museums, fun & games, and zoos & aquariums. Your plan includes some of its best attractions: snap pictures at Charles Bridge, take some stellar pictures from Petřín, wander the streets of StaromEstske namEsti, and contemplate in the serene atmosphere at St. Vitus Cathedral.

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Drive from Berlin to Prague in 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or take a bus. In March in Prague, expect temperatures between 11°C during the day and 1°C at night. Cap off your sightseeing on the 12th (Thu) early enough to travel 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, nightlife, parks, and zoos & aquariums. Your plan includes some of its best attractions: explore the historical opulence of Schonbrunn Palace, take in the architecture and atmosphere at St. Stephen's Cathedral, get to know the resident critters at Schönbrunn Zoo, and explore the world behind art at Belvedere Palace.

For maps, reviews, and other tourist information, you can read our Vienna route planner .

Traveling by flight from Prague to Vienna takes 3 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. In March, daily temperatures in Vienna can reach 12°C, while at night they dip to 1°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 17th (Tue) early enough to take a train 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.

Budapest is known for historic sites, spas, nightlife, museums, and nature. Your plan includes some of its best attractions: ponder the world of politics at Hungarian Parliament Building, steep yourself in history at Matthias Church, admire the landmark architecture of Dohány Street Synagogue, and pause for some photo ops at Hősök tere.

To see traveler tips, reviews, other places to visit, and other tourist information, read our Budapest trip planner .

Take a train from Vienna to Budapest in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. Expect a daytime high around 14°C in March, and nighttime lows around 1°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 21st (Sat) so you can travel 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.

Istanbul is known for museums, historic sites, shopping, nature, and nightlife. Your plan includes some of its best attractions: admire the landmark architecture of Hagia Sophia Museum / Church (Ayasofya), take an in-depth tour of Topkapi Palace, hunt for treasures at Kapali Carsi, and take in panoramic vistas at Galata Tower.

To see traveler tips, photos, other places to visit, and other tourist information, use the Istanbul online travel planner .

Traveling by flight from Budapest to Istanbul takes 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of bus and train. Due to the time zone difference, you'll lose 2 hours traveling from Budapest to Istanbul. Traveling from Budapest in March, Istanbul is somewhat warmer at night with lows of 14°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 25th (Wed) so you can travel back home.