25 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.

Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 21st (Fri): walk around Isaakiyevskiy Skver, get engrossed in the history at Peter and Paul Fortress, examine the collection at Saint Isaac's Cathedral, then explore the world behind art at The State Hermitage Museum, then pause for some serene contemplation at Church of the Savior on Spilled Blood, and finally don't miss a visit to Palace Square.

To find other places to visit, more things to do, where to stay, and tourist information, read St. Petersburg road trip planning website.

Perth, Australia to St. Petersburg is an approximately 22.5-hour flight. Traveling from Perth to St. Petersburg, you'll gain 5 hours due to the time zone difference. Expect somewhat warmer temperatures when traveling from Perth in July; daily highs in St. Petersburg reach 26°C and lows reach 16°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 22nd (Sat) early enough 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.

Get in touch with nature at The Green Trails and Riddersholms Naturreservat. Visit Langholmen and Strandvagen for some beach relaxation. Step out of Stockholm with an excursion to Sandhamn in Varmdo--about 58 minutes away. There's lots more to do: see the interesting displays at Vasa Museum, get in on the family fun at Grona Lunds Tivoli, contemplate the long history of Drottningholm Palace, and take in panoramic vistas at Stockholm City Hall.

To find other places to visit, where to stay, more things to do, and tourist information, use the Stockholm trip itinerary maker app.

You can fly from St. Petersburg to Stockholm in 4.5 hours. Other options are to 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. In July, daily temperatures in Stockholm can reach 26°C, while at night they dip to 14°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 25th (Tue) so you can travel to Copenhagen.

Founded in the 10th century as a Viking fishing village, Copenhagen has morphed into the cultural, political, and economic powerhouse of the country.

Kick off your visit on the 26th (Wed): get to know the fascinating history of Nyhavn, get a new perspective on things with Boat Tours & Water Sports, pause for some photo ops at The Little Mermaid, then step into the grandiose world of Rosenborg Castle, then enjoy breathtaking views from Rundetarn, and finally tour the pleasant surroundings at Amager Strandpark.

For more things to do, where to stay, and tourist information, read Copenhagen online tour itinerary planner.

Getting from Stockholm to Copenhagen by combination of flight, taxi, and train takes about 4 hours. Other options: take a train; or drive. In July, daily temperatures in Copenhagen can reach 26°C, while at night they dip to 14°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 26th (Wed) to allow enough 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.

Kick off your visit on the 27th (Thu): make a trip to The Spire, surround yourself with nature on BargeTrip, walk around Phoenix Park, look for all kinds of wild species at Dublin Falconry, then wander the streets of Temple Bar, and finally walk around St Stephens Green. On the 28th (Fri), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: take in the views from Ha'penny Bridge, see the interesting displays at Kilmainham Gaol Museum, see the interesting displays at Guinness Storehouse, then ponder the world of politics at Dublin Castle, and finally enjoy the sand and surf at Portmarnock Beach.

To find reviews, more things to do, ratings, and other tourist information, read Dublin trip itinerary planning website.

Fly from Copenhagen to Dublin in 5.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of train and ferry; or take a bus. Traveling from Copenhagen to Dublin, you'll gain 1 hour due to the time zone difference. In July, plan for daily highs up to 23°C, and evening lows to 12°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 28th (Fri) so you can catch the flight 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.

Kick off your visit on the 29th (Sat): admire the striking features of Palace of Versailles, then explore the wealth of natural beauty at L'Orangerie, then admire the striking features of Arc de Triomphe, and finally pause for some serene contemplation at Basilique du Sacre-Coeur de Montmartre. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: take a stroll through Île de la Cité, explore the activities along Seine River, explore the world behind art at Musee d'Orsay, then explore and take pictures at Eiffel Tower, and finally look for all kinds of wild species at Arboretum de la Vallee-aux-Loups.

For traveler tips, other places to visit, more things to do, and other tourist information, read Paris online trip itinerary builder.

Fly from Dublin to Paris in 5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of ferry and train; or do a combination of ferry and car. The time zone difference moving from Greenwich Mean Time to Central European Standard Time is 1 hour. Traveling from Dublin in July, expect Paris to be a bit warmer, temps between 30°C and 18°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 30th (Sun) so you can fly to Barcelona.

Barcelona, the country’s second-largest city, is a cosmopolitan urban center known for its throbbing youthful energy and stellar architecture.

Escape the urban bustle at Platja Fonda and Playa Sa Riera. You'll get in some beach time at La playa de Tamariu and Cala de l'Illa Roja. Change things up with these side-trips from Barcelona: Cala Sa Cova (in Platja d'Aro), S'Agaro (San Pol Beach & Camino de Ronda) and Scuba & Snorkeling (in Sant Feliu de Guixols). Next up on the itinerary: admire the landmark architecture of Basilica de la Sagrada Familia, kick back and relax at Lloret Beach, walk around Parc Guell, and stroll through Aigua Xelida.

For photos, ratings, more things to do, and other tourist information, you can read our Barcelona tour itinerary maker tool.

Getting from Paris to Barcelona by flight takes about 5 hours. Other options: take a train; or drive. Traveling from Paris in July, expect a bit warmer with lows of 25°C in Barcelona. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 3rd (Thu) 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.

Start off your visit on the 4th (Fri): head outdoors with Outdoor Activities, enjoy the sand and surf at Le Palme, get outside with Thrune Survival, then explore the ancient world of Palatine Hill, then appreciate the extensive heritage of Piazza Navona, and finally admire the local landmark of Trevi Fountain. Here are some ideas for day two: explore the ancient world of Colosseum, explore the ancient world of Catacombs of Saint Callixtus, then explore the ancient world of Pantheon, then contemplate the long history of St. Peter's Basilica, and finally explore the world behind art at Vatican Museums.

To find maps, photos, and tourist information, use the Rome day trip planner.

Traveling by flight from Barcelona to Rome takes 5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train. When traveling from Barcelona in August, plan for a bit warmer days and about the same nights in Rome: temperatures range from 38°C by day to 24°C at night. Cap off your sightseeing on the 5th (Sat) early enough to catch the train to Florence.

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

On the 5th (Sat), browse the eclectic array of goods at Mercato Centrale. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: explore the world behind art at Pitti Palace, delve into the lush surroundings at Foresta di Vallombrosa, enjoy breathtaking views from Campanile di Giotto, contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore, then appreciate the extensive heritage of Piazza del Duomo, and finally take in the architecture and atmosphere at Basilica of Santa Croce.

To see photos, traveler tips, ratings, and more tourist information, read Florence trip planner.

You can take a train from Rome to Florence in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can fly; or drive. Traveling from Rome in August, you can expect nighttime temperatures to be little chillier in Florence, with lows of 20°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 7th (Mon) so you can go by car 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.

For photos, more things to do, traveler tips, and other tourist information, use the Venice trip itinerary app.

You can drive from Florence to Venice in 3 hours. Other options are to take a train; or take a bus. In August, daytime highs in Venice are 34°C, while nighttime lows are 22°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 8th (Tue) early enough to go by car to Salzburg.

Surrounded by mountain ranges and boasting a well-preserved city center, Salzburg melds culture and history.

Kick off your visit on the 9th (Wed): take your sightseeing to a higher altitude at Untersberg, step into the grandiose world of Schloss Hellbrunn, then admire the landmark architecture of Salzburg Cathedral, then browse the exhibits of Fortress Hohensalzburg, and finally take in nature's colorful creations at Mirabell Palace.

To find where to stay, ratings, other places to visit, and other tourist information, use the Salzburg travel planner.

You can drive from Venice to Salzburg in 4.5 hours. Other options are to fly; or take a train. Traveling from Venice in August, things will get slightly colder in Salzburg: highs are around 28°C and lows about 16°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 9th (Wed) early enough 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.

On the 10th (Thu), get a new perspective on things with Boat Tours & Water Sports, appreciate the extensive heritage of Staromestske namesti, take in the views from Charles Bridge, take some stellar pictures from Prague Astronomical Clock, then take in the spiritual surroundings of St. Vitus Cathedral, and finally explore the historical opulence of Prague Castle.

To find maps, more things to do, ratings, and tourist information, you can read our Prague attractions planning app.

Traveling by car from Salzburg to Prague takes 4.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of train and flight; or do a combination of train and bus. In August, plan for daily highs up to 28°C, and evening lows to 16°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 10th (Thu) to allow time 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.

To find reviews, maps, more things to do, and more tourist information, go to the Vienna road trip website.

Fly from Prague to Vienna in 3 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a shuttle. In August in Vienna, expect temperatures between 31°C during the day and 18°C at night. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 11th (Fri) so you can go by car 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.

On the 11th (Fri), take in the views from Szechenyi Lanchid.

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Traveling by car from Vienna to Budapest takes 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can fly; or take a train. In August in Budapest, expect temperatures between 32°C during the day and 18°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 12th (Sat) to allow time to fly back home.