22 days in Europe Itinerary

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 2nd (Thu): make a trip to National Museum of Denmark, pause for some serene contemplation at Frederiks Kirke (Marmorkirken), then pause for some photo ops at The Little Mermaid, then admire the landmark architecture of Amalienborg Museum, and finally get to know the fascinating history of Nyhavn. On the next day, take in panoramic vistas at Rundetarn, then explore the historical opulence of Rosenborg Castle, and then wander the streets of Stroeget.

To find ratings, where to stay, more things to do, and more tourist information, go to the Copenhagen route planner.

Washington, USA to Copenhagen is an approximately 12.5-hour flight. The time zone changes from Eastern Standard Time (EST) to Central European Standard Time (CET), which is usually a 6 hour difference. Traveling from Washington in March, you will find days in Copenhagen are slightly colder (9°C), and nights are about the same (1°C). Wrap up your sightseeing on the 3rd (Fri) early enough to travel to Stockholm.

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, appreciate the history behind Storkyrkan, admire the masterpieces at Moderna Museet - Stockholm, and enjoy breathtaking views from Stockholm City Hall.

For photos, where to stay, traveler tips, and more tourist information, you can read our Stockholm travel route planner.

You can do a combination of train, taxi, and flight from Copenhagen to Stockholm in 4 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or drive. In March, Stockholm is little chillier than Copenhagen - with highs of 5°C and lows of -3°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 6th (Mon) to allow time to fly to St. Petersburg.

Built on a desolate swamp as a showcase capital of Imperial Russia, this grand city has certainly lived up to the expectations of its founder, Tsar Peter the Great.

Start off your visit on the 7th (Tue): get engrossed in the history at Peter and Paul Fortress, then explore the galleries of Saint Isaac's Cathedral, then pause for some serene contemplation at Church of the Savior on Spilled Blood, and finally contemplate the long history of Palace Square. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 8th (Wed): examine the collection at Russian Museum and then explore the world behind art at The State Hermitage Museum.

To see other places to visit, maps, traveler tips, and tourist information, go to the St. Petersburg visit app.

Traveling by flight from Stockholm to St. Petersburg takes 4.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of ferry and train; or do a combination of ferry and car. Traveling from Stockholm to St. Petersburg, you'll lose 2 hours due to the time zone difference. When traveling from Stockholm in March, plan for little chillier days and about the same nights in St. Petersburg: temperatures range from 2°C by day to -5°C at night. Cap off your sightseeing on the 8th (Wed) early enough to 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.

On the 9th (Thu), make a trip to Staromestske namesti, then take some stellar pictures from Prague Astronomical Clock, then take in the spiritual surroundings of St. Vitus Cathedral, and finally step into the grandiose world of Prague Castle. On the next day, take an in-depth tour of Jewish Museum in Prague, take in the views from Charles Bridge, then take a stroll through Lesser Town, and finally take in panoramic vistas at Petrin Tower.

To find ratings, reviews, other places to visit, and more tourist information, refer to the Prague vacation planner.

Traveling by flight from St. Petersburg to Prague takes 5.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train. The time zone difference moving from Moscow Standard Time to Central European Standard Time is minus 2 hours. Plan for a bit warmer temperatures traveling from St. Petersburg in March, with highs in Prague at 11°C and lows at 1°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 10th (Fri) so you can 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.

Start off your visit on the 11th (Sat): take in panoramic vistas at St Mark's Campanile, see the interesting displays at Doge's Palace, then take in the architecture and atmosphere at Basilica di San Marco, and finally pause for some serene contemplation at San Giorgio Maggiore. Keep things going the next day: admire the masterpieces at Peggy Guggenheim Collection, steep yourself in history at Ponte dei Sospiri, then appreciate the extensive heritage of Piazza San Marco, then snap pictures at Ponte di Rialto, and finally explore the activities along Canal Grande.

To find photos, traveler tips, maps, and other tourist information, you can read our Venice sightseeing planner.

Fly from Prague to Venice in 4.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train. Plan for a bit warmer temperatures traveling from Prague in March, with highs in Venice at 17°C and lows at 5°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 12th (Sun) so you can fly to Rome.

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

Rome is known for historic sites, sightseeing, and nightlife. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: delve into the distant past at Colosseum, admire the masterpieces at Vatican Museums, pause for some photo ops at La Pieta, and get to know the fascinating history of Piazza Navona.

For traveler tips, maps, ratings, and more tourist information, refer to the Rome day trip planning tool.

Traveling by flight from Venice to Rome takes 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or drive. In March, daytime highs in Rome are 19°C, while nighttime lows are 8°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 15th (Wed) early enough 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 16th (Thu): take in the architecture and atmosphere at Barcelona Cathedral, then walk around Parc Guell, then admire the striking features of Basilica de la Sagrada Familia, and finally admire the landmark architecture of Casa Mila - La Pedrera. Keep things going the next day: browse the fresh offerings at La Boqueria, admire the masterpieces at Museu Picasso, then wander the streets of Gothic Quarter (Barri Gotic), and finally don't miss a visit to Casa Batllo.

For photos, ratings, more things to do, and tourist information, go to the Barcelona trip maker app.

Getting from Rome to Barcelona by flight takes about 5 hours. Other options: drive; or take a train. In March, daily temperatures in Barcelona can reach 19°C, while at night they dip to 9°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 17th (Fri) to allow enough time to fly to Paris.

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.

Paris is known for museums, sightseeing, and historic sites. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: contemplate the long history of Eiffel Tower, get a taste of the local shopping with Champs-Elysees, admire the striking features of Arc de Triomphe, and admire the masterpieces at Louvre Museum.

To find where to stay, maps, reviews, and more tourist information, read Paris driving holiday planner.

Traveling by flight from Barcelona to Paris takes 5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or drive. In March, Paris is little chillier than Barcelona - with highs of 13°C and lows of 3°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 20th (Mon) early enough to take a train to Amsterdam.

Known as one of the greatest small cities in the world, Amsterdam charms visitors with its cool and cozy atmosphere.

Kick off your visit on the 21st (Tue): examine the collection at Anne Frank House, then explore the world behind art at Rijksmuseum, and then indulge your thirst for a good beer at Heineken Experience. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 22nd (Wed): get to know the fascinating history of Begijnhof, stroll around Vondelpark, and then explore the world behind art at Van Gogh Museum.

For more things to do, other places to visit, and more tourist information, use the Amsterdam trip maker website.

Traveling by train from Paris to Amsterdam takes 4.5 hours. Alternatively, you can fly; or drive. March in Amsterdam sees daily highs of 11°C and lows of 1°C at night. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 22nd (Wed) so you can travel back home.