11 days in Western Europe Itinerary

Kick off your visit on the 1st (Sat): admire the landmark architecture of Saint Patrick's Cathedral, get engrossed in the history at National Museum of Ireland - Archaeology, then steep yourself in history at 14 Henrietta Street, then examine the collection at Guinness Storehouse, and finally contemplate the long history of Kilmainham Gaol Museum.

For other places to visit, more things to do, traveler tips, and more tourist information, refer to the Dublin day trip planning site.

Detroit, USA to Dublin is an approximately 12-hour flight. Due to the time zone difference, you'll lose 5 hours traveling from Detroit to Dublin. In March, Dublin is a bit warmer than Detroit - with highs of 48°F and lows of 35°F. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 1st (Sat) so you can catch the flight to Luxembourg City.

On the 2nd (Sun), stroll the grounds of Sandweiler German Military Cemetery, Luxembourg, stroll the grounds of Luxembourg American Cemetery Memorial, explore the historical opulence of Grand Ducal Palace, then take in the architecture and atmosphere at Cathedrale Notre-Dame, then appreciate the extensive heritage of Le Chemin de la Corniche, and finally wander the streets of Barrio Grund.

For reviews, where to stay, other places to visit, and more tourist information, you can read our Luxembourg City trip website.

Traveling by flight from Dublin to Luxembourg City takes 5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of ferry and train; or do a combination of ferry and train. Due to the time zone difference, you'll lose 1 hour traveling from Dublin to Luxembourg City. April in Luxembourg City sees daily highs of 56°F and lows of 40°F at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 2nd (Sun) to allow enough time to drive to Brussels.

On the 3rd (Mon), contemplate in the serene atmosphere at St. Michael and St. Gudula Cathedral (Cathedrale St-Michel et Ste-Gudule), steep yourself in history at Eglise Notre Dame Du Sablon, admire the landmark architecture of Groot Begijnhof, then take an in-depth tour of Town Hall (Stadhuis), then take in nature's colorful creations at Jardin du Petit Sablon, and finally steep yourself in history at Grand Place. On your second day here, don't miss a visit to Grote Markt, take in the architecture and atmosphere at Cathedral of Our Lady, examine the collection at Red Star Line Museum, then examine the collection at MAS - Museum aan de Stroom, then see the interesting displays at Rubens House (Rubenshuis), and finally examine the collection at Atomium.

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You can drive from Luxembourg City to Brussels in 2.5 hours. Other options are to take a bus; or take a train. In April, daytime highs in Brussels are 55°F, while nighttime lows are 39°F. Cap off your sightseeing on the 4th (Tue) early enough to go by car to Bruges.

On the 5th (Wed), take in the spiritual surroundings of Saint Bavo's Cathedral, appreciate the extensive heritage of Graslei and Korenlei, get to know the fascinating history of Ghent City Center, snap pictures at St Michael's Bridge, then take an in-depth tour of Gravensteen, and finally make a trip to The Markt. On the next day, explore the activities along Minnewater Lake, pause for some serene contemplation at Church of Our Lady Bruges, get to know the fascinating history of The Princely Beguinage Ten Wijngaarde, enjoy breathtaking views from Belfry of Bruges, then take an in-depth tour of Groeningemuseum, and finally get engrossed in the history at Torture Museum Oude Steen.

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You can drive from Brussels to Bruges in 1.5 hours. Other options are to drive; or take a train; or take a bus. In April, daily temperatures in Bruges can reach 56°F, while at night they dip to 40°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 6th (Thu) so you can drive to Amsterdam.

Eschew the tourist crowds and head to Zaanse Schans and Body Worlds. Popular historic sites such as Museum Het Rembrandthuis and Begijnhof are in your itinerary. Venture out of the city with trips to The Hague (Louwman Museum The Hague, Escher in Het Paleis (Escher in the Palace), &more). There's lots more to do: admire the masterpieces at Van Gogh Museum, explore the activities along Herengracht, take an in-depth tour of Het Scheepvaartmuseum| The National Maritime Museum, and see the interesting displays at Museum Ons' Lieve Heer op Solder.

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Drive from Bruges to Amsterdam in 3 hours. Alternatively, you can fly; or take a train. In April, daytime highs in Amsterdam are 56°F, while nighttime lows are 40°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 9th (Sun) to allow time to fly to Dublin.

Kick off your visit on the 10th (Mon): see the interesting displays at Windmill Lane Recording Studios, take an in-depth tour of The Jeanie Johnston: An Irish Famine Story, then see the interesting displays at EPIC The Irish Emigration Museum, then examine the collection at The Irish Rock 'N' Roll Museum Experience, and finally brush up on your military savvy at National Museum of Ireland - Decorative Arts & History.

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Traveling by flight from Amsterdam to Dublin takes 5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of train and ferry; or take a bus. The time zone difference when traveling from Amsterdam to Dublin is minus 1 hour. Finish your sightseeing early on the 10th (Mon) to allow enough time to fly back home.