17 days in Europe Itinerary

One of Europe's most culturally diverse cities, Stockholm extends over 14 islands, united by a series of tunnels and bridges.

Stockholm is known for museums, sightseeing, and historic sites. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: take an in-depth tour of Vasa Museum, admire the landmark architecture of Drottningholm Palace, don't miss a visit to Stockholm City Hall, and take a tour by water with Boat Tours & Water Sports.

For traveler tips, reviews, more things to do, and tourist information, read Stockholm vacation planner.

Seattle, USA to Stockholm is an approximately 15-hour flight. Due to the time zone difference, you'll lose 9 hours traveling from Seattle to Stockholm. Plan for slightly colder temperatures traveling from Seattle in August, with highs in Stockholm at 70°F and lows at 53°F. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 19th (Sat) 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.

Start off your visit on the 20th (Sun): get engrossed in the history at National Museum of Denmark, then enjoy breathtaking views from Rundetarn, then steep yourself in history at Rosenborg Castle, and finally appreciate the extensive heritage of Nyhavn. Here are some ideas for day two: pause for some photo ops at The Little Mermaid and then admire the natural beauty at Tivoli Gardens.

For traveler tips, maps, other places to visit, and more tourist information, go to the Copenhagen trip itinerary planner.

Traveling by combination of flight, taxi, and train from Stockholm to Copenhagen takes 4 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or drive. In August in Copenhagen, expect temperatures between 71°F during the day and 54°F at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 21st (Mon) to allow time to fly 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 22nd (Tue), take an in-depth tour of Jewish Museum in Prague, appreciate the extensive heritage of Staromestske namesti, then take some stellar pictures from Prague Astronomical Clock, and finally take in the views from Charles Bridge. On the 23rd (Wed), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: step into the grandiose world of Prague Castle, contemplate in the serene atmosphere at St. Vitus Cathedral, then enjoy breathtaking views from Petrin Tower, and finally wander the streets of Lesser Town.

For more things to do, maps, reviews, and other tourist information, use the Prague trip itinerary planner.

Traveling by flight from Copenhagen to Prague takes 4.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train. In August in Prague, expect temperatures between 76°F during the day and 57°F at night. Cap off your sightseeing on the 23rd (Wed) early enough to catch the flight 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 24th (Thu), admire the landmark architecture of Hungarian Parliament Building, then contemplate in the serene atmosphere at St. Stephen's Basilica (Szent Istvan Bazilika), then appreciate the history behind Heroes' Square, and finally examine the collection at House of Terror Museum. On the next day, step off the mainland to explore Margaret Island, witness a stunning natural landmark at Palatinus Strandfürdő, take in the views from Szechenyi Lanchid, then contemplate the long history of Matthias Church, and finally contemplate the long history of Fisherman's Bastion.

To see more things to do, other places to visit, maps, and tourist information, read Budapest driving holiday tool.

You can fly from Prague to Budapest in 4.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a shuttle. While traveling from Prague, expect somewhat warmer days and about the same nights in Budapest, ranging from highs of 82°F to lows of 60°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 25th (Fri) early enough to fly 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.

On the 26th (Sat), see the interesting displays at Doge's Palace, admire the striking features of Basilica di San Marco, then take in the views from Ponte di Rialto, and finally explore the activities along Canal Grande.

To see photos, where to stay, reviews, and more tourist information, read our Venice road trip website.

You can fly from Budapest to Venice in 4.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a shuttle. Traveling from Budapest in August, expect a bit warmer with lows of 66°F in Venice. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 26th (Sat) so you can catch the flight to Rome.

Aptly nicknamed the Eternal City, Rome is the birthplace of the Roman Empire, one of the world's greatest civilizations ever.

Kick off your visit on the 27th (Sun): delve into the distant past at Colosseum, admire the striking features of Pantheon, then make a trip to Trevi Fountain, then get to know the fascinating history of Piazza Navona, and finally steep yourself in history at St. Peter's Basilica.

To find traveler tips, maps, where to stay, and more tourist information, go to the Rome route planning site.

Getting from Venice to Rome by flight takes about 3 hours. Other options: take a train; or drive. In August, daytime highs in Rome are 90°F, while nighttime lows are 69°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 27th (Sun) 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.

Kick off your visit on the 28th (Mon): admire the landmark architecture of Casa Mila - La Pedrera, then walk around Parc Guell, then admire the striking features of Basilica de la Sagrada Familia, and finally admire the landmark architecture of Casa Batllo. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: browse the fresh offerings at La Boqueria, then stroll through Playa de La Barceloneta, then take in the architecture and atmosphere at Barcelona Cathedral, and finally wander the streets of Gothic Quarter (Barri Gotic).

To see reviews, maps, other places to visit, and tourist information, go to the Barcelona route maker tool.

Fly from Rome to Barcelona in 5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train. Traveling from Rome in August, you will find days in Barcelona are slightly colder (83°F), and nights are about the same (71°F). Wrap up your sightseeing on the 29th (Tue) to allow 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.

Dublin is known for museums, nightlife, and sightseeing. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: see the interesting displays at Guinness Storehouse, walk around Phoenix Park, contemplate the long history of Kilmainham Gaol Museum, and take an in-depth tour of National Museum of Ireland - Archaeology.

To find photos, other places to visit, more things to do, and more tourist information, read our Dublin journey planning app.

You can fly from Barcelona to Dublin in 6 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of train and bus; or do a combination of car and ferry. You'll gain 1 hour traveling from Barcelona to Dublin due to the time zone difference. When traveling from Barcelona in August, plan for little chillier days in Dublin, with highs around 66°F, while nights are much colder with lows around 51°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 1st (Fri) early enough to fly back home.