16 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.

Start off your visit on the 24th (Fri): get to know the fascinating history of Piazza del Campidoglio, pause for some serene contemplation at Chiesa di Sant'Ignazio di Loyola, then contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Santa Maria Sopra Minerva, and finally take in the architecture and atmosphere at Santa Maria della Vittoria. On your second day here, pause for some serene contemplation at Basilica di Santa Maria degli Angeli e dei Martiri, don't miss a visit to Villa Borghese, pause for some serene contemplation at Church of St. Louis of the French, then appreciate the extensive heritage of Piazza Navona, then take your sightseeing to a higher altitude at Colle Aventino, and finally explore the ancient world of Colosseum.

To see where to stay, more things to do, maps, and other tourist information, you can read our Rome trip itinerary planning site.

Denver, USA to Rome is an approximately 13.5-hour flight. You'll lose 8 hours traveling from Denver to Rome due to the time zone difference. Traveling from Denver in March, things will get somewhat warmer in Rome: highs are around 61°F and lows about 45°F. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 26th (Sun) so you can catch the train to Florence.

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

On your second day here, appreciate the extensive heritage of Piazza del Duomo, take in the spiritual surroundings of Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore, get a sense of history and politics at Museo Nazionale del Bargello, steep yourself in history at The Baptistery of St. John, then don't miss a visit to Piazzale Michelangelo, and finally snap pictures at Ponte Vecchio.

For reviews, photos, where to stay, and more tourist information, go to the Florence online itinerary maker.

Take a train from Rome to Florence in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can fly; or drive. March in Florence sees daily highs of 59°F and lows of 42°F at night. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 29th (Wed) so you can go by car to Hallstatt.

Historically known for the production of salt, Halstatt's fine architecture reflects the small village's salt mining legacy.

Stift Admont and Hallstatt Lutheran Church are good opportunities to explore the local culture. Escape the urban bustle at Ski Resort Loser and Badestrand Hallstatt. Change things up with these side-trips from Hallstatt: Parasailing & Paragliding (in Werfenweng), Feuerkogel (in Ebensee am Traunsee) and Traunkirchen (Pfarrkirche Traunkirchen & Johannesbergkapelle). The adventure continues: hit the slopes at Dachstein West, take in the architecture and atmosphere at Parish of the Assumption, see the interesting displays at Museum Hallstatt, and admire the local landmark of Franz Carl Brunnen.

To find ratings, other places to visit, more things to do, and other tourist information, refer to the Hallstatt trip app.

Getting from Florence to Hallstatt by car takes about 7 hours. Other options: fly; or do a combination of flight and train. Finish your sightseeing early on the 1st (Sat) so you can drive to Munich.

Often described as the city of laptops and lederhosen, Munich is an international center of business, engineering, research, and medicine that still maintains a rich cultural heritage and age-old traditions.

Explore hidden gems such as Burgersaalkirche and Schloss Schleissheim. Get a sense of the local culture at Nymphenburg Palace and FC Bayern Museum. There's much more to do: contemplate the waterfront views at English Garden, admire the landmark architecture of Heiliggeistkirche, admire the masterpieces at Lenbachhaus, and take in nature's colorful creations at Botanischer Garten Muenchen-Nymphenburg.

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Drive from Hallstatt to Munich in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or do a combination of train and bus. In April, daytime highs in Munich are 57°F, while nighttime lows are 37°F. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 4th (Tue) so you can catch the flight 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.

Kick off your visit on the 5th (Wed): step into the grandiose world of Prague Castle, then contemplate in the serene atmosphere at St. Vitus Cathedral, then take in the spiritual surroundings of Spanish Synagogue, and finally don't miss a visit to Staromestske namesti. Here are some ideas for day two: learn about all things military at National Memorial to the Heroes of the Heydrich Terror, pause for some serene contemplation at St Cyril and St Methodius Cathedral, see the interesting displays at Speculum Alchemiae Museum, don't miss a visit to Prague Astronomical Clock, then pause for some serene contemplation at Church of Our Lady before Tyn, and finally take a stroll through Lesser Town.

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Getting from Munich to Prague by flight takes about 3 hours. Other options: drive; or take a bus. In April, plan for daily highs up to 58°F, and evening lows to 41°F. You will have some time to spend on the 7th (Fri) before leaving for home.