17 days in Central Europe Itinerary

Berlin is known for sightseeing, museums, and historic sites. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: admire the striking features of Reichstag Building, examine the collection at Topography of Terror, make a trip to Brandenburg Gate, and contemplate the long history of East Side Gallery.

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If you are flying in from Germany, the closest major aiports are Berlin Brandenburg Airport, Berlin-Tegel Airport and Berlin Schoenefeld. Finish your sightseeing early on the 28th (Sun) to allow enough time to fly to Munich.

On the 29th (Mon), contemplate in the serene atmosphere at St. Peter's Church, make a trip to Marienplatz, then take in panoramic vistas at Frauenkirche, then contemplate in the serene atmosphere at St. Michael's Church, and finally admire the natural beauty at English Garden. On your second day here, steep yourself in history at Nymphenburg Palace, then admire the masterpieces at Alte Pinakothek, and then get a sense of history and politics at New Town Hall (Neus Rathaus).

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You can fly from Berlin to Munich in 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or drive. In May in Munich, expect temperatures between 20°C during the day and 9°C at night. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 30th (Tue) so you can go by car to Salzburg.

On the 31st (Wed), take in the spiritual surroundings of St. Peter's Abbey (Stift St. Peter), explore the galleries of Fortress Hohensalzburg, admire the landmark architecture of Salzburg Cathedral, then steep yourself in history at Salzburger Altstadt, and finally see the interesting displays at Hangar-7. On your second day here, explore the historical opulence of Schloss Hellbrunn, see the interesting displays at Mozart Residence (Mozart Wohnhaus), then browse the exhibits of Mozarts Geburtshaus, then get a taste of the local shopping with Getreidegasse, and finally don't miss a visit to Mirabell Palace.

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Traveling by car from Munich to Salzburg takes 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or take a bus. In May, daytime highs in Salzburg are 21°C, while nighttime lows are 9°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 1st (Thu) so you can drive to Vienna.

Start off your visit on the 2nd (Fri): see the interesting displays at Kunsthistorisches Museum Wien, browse the exhibits of Belvedere Palace, and then see the interesting displays at Hofburg. Here are some ideas for day two: learn about wildlife with up-close encounters at Schönbrunn Zoo, admire the striking features of Schonbrunn Palace, and then pause for some serene contemplation at St. Stephen's Cathedral.

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Drive from Salzburg to Vienna in 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or fly. Expect a daytime high around 29°C in June, and nighttime lows around 15°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 3rd (Sat) early enough to go by car to Budapest.

Budapest is known for historic sites, sightseeing, and nightlife. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: admire the striking features of Hungarian Parliament Building, examine the collection at House of Terror Museum, boost your wellbeing at Széchenyi Thermal Bath, and steep yourself in history at Liberty Statue.

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You can drive from Vienna to Budapest in 2.5 hours. Other options are to fly; or take a train. In June in Budapest, expect temperatures between 30°C during the day and 15°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 6th (Tue) so you can fly to Krakow.

On the 7th (Wed), steep yourself in history at Ulica Florianska, make a trip to St. Florian's Gate, then get the lay of the land with Walking tours, then hunt for treasures at Sukiennice (Cloth Hall), and finally appreciate the extensive heritage of Krakow's Rynek Glowny Central Square. Keep things going the next day: explore the historical opulence of Wawel Royal Castle, take in the spiritual surroundings of Wawel Cathedral, then admire the striking features of St. Mary's Basilica, and finally get to know the fascinating history of Planty Park.

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Getting from Budapest to Krakow by flight takes about 4.5 hours. Other options: drive; or take a bus. Expect little chillier weather when traveling from Budapest in June: highs in Krakow hover around 26°C, while lows dip to 13°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 8th (Thu) so you can fly to Prague.

Prague is known for sightseeing, historic sites, and nightlife. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: appreciate the extensive heritage of Staromestske namesti, savor the flavors at Food & Drink, take a stroll through Lesser Town, and take in the spiritual surroundings of Spanish Synagogue.

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Traveling by flight from Krakow to Prague takes 4.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a shuttle. In June in Prague, expect temperatures between 26°C during the day and 15°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 11th (Sun) early enough to drive back home.