15 days in Paris, South of France & Barcelona Itinerary

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.

On the 11th (Sun), admire the masterpieces at Musee d'Orsay and then admire the landmark architecture of Louvre Museum. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 12th (Mon): admire the striking features of Arc de Triomphe, then pause for some serene contemplation at Cathédrale Notre-Dame de Paris, and then kick back and relax at Paris Plage.

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Washington DC, USA to Paris is an approximately 11.5-hour flight. You'll lose 6 hours traveling from Washington DC to Paris due to the time zone difference. Plan for slightly colder temperatures traveling from Washington DC in June, with highs in Paris at 74°F and lows at 55°F. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 13th (Tue) so you can catch the flight to Nice.

Well-known for the beautiful views of its famous Promenade des Anglais waterfront, Nice is an ethnically-diverse coastal port city on the French Riviera and the fifth most populated city in France.

Kids will enjoy Old Town and Castel Plage. Get some cultural insight at Villa & Jardins Ephrussi de Rothschild and Place Massena. Spend the 14th (Wed) exploring the fascinating underwater world at Marineland. Next up on the itinerary: don't miss a visit to Promenade des Anglais, take in nature's colorful creations at Le Jardin Exotique d'Eze, and examine the collection at Musée Marc Chagall.

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Traveling by flight from Paris to Nice takes 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or drive. Traveling from Paris in June, you can expect nighttime temperatures to be a bit warmer in Nice, with lows of 66°F. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 16th (Fri) so you can go by car to Grasse.

Grasse is a commune in the Alpes-Maritimes department, on the French Riviera.The town is considered the world's capital of perfume. Get some cultural insight at Lérins Islands and Rue d'Antibes. Attractions like La Croisette and Le Suquet make great kid-friendly stops. Go for a jaunt from Grasse to Juan-les-Pins to see Juan les Pins Main Beach about 38 minutes away. There's more to do: admire the masterpieces at Musee Fragonard and examine the collection at Musee International de la Parfumerie.

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You can drive from Nice to Grasse in an hour. Alternatively, you can take a train; or take a bus. In June, plan for daily highs up to 77°F, and evening lows to 63°F. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 19th (Mon) so you can go by car to Marseille.

The 2013 European "Capital of Culture," Marseille is the largest port city on the breezy Mediterranean coast and the second largest city in France.

Attractions like Plage des Oursinieres and Le Parc Ornithologique de Pont de Gau make great kid-friendly stops. Do some cultural sightseeing at Basilique Notre-Dame de la Garde and Cathédrale La Major. Get out of town with these interesting Marseille side-trips: Amphitheatre (les Arenes) (in Arles), Musee de la Mine du Cap Garonne (in Le Pradet) and Cours Mirabeau (in Aix-en-Provence). Next up on the itinerary: visit The Panier.

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You can drive from Grasse to Marseille in 2 hours. Other options are to take a train; or take a bus. While traveling from Grasse, expect a bit warmer days and about the same nights in Marseille, ranging from highs of 83°F to lows of 63°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 21st (Wed) to allow enough 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.

Start off your visit on the 22nd (Thu): take in the architecture and atmosphere at Barcelona Cathedral, then stroll around Parc Guell, then admire the landmark architecture of Basilica de la Sagrada Familia, and finally admire the landmark architecture of Casa Mila - La Pedrera. On your second day here, admire the landmark architecture of Casa Batllo, then steep yourself in history at Basilica de Santa Maria del Mar, then enjoy the sand and surf at Playa de La Barceloneta, and finally wander the streets of Gothic Quarter (Barri Gotic).

For traveler tips, where to stay, photos, and other tourist information, refer to the Barcelona day trip planner.

Fly from Marseille to Barcelona in 4.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train. In June in Barcelona, expect temperatures between 79°F during the day and 66°F at night. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 24th (Sat) to allow time for the flight back home.