5 days in Budapest, Vienna & Prague Itinerary

Kick off your visit on the 4th (Tue): take in the views from Szechenyi Lanchid, contemplate in the serene atmosphere at St. Stephen's Basilica (Szent Istvan Bazilika), then pause for some serene contemplation at University Church, and finally steep yourself in history at Liberty Statue. On the next day, ponder the world of politics at Hungarian Parliament Building, steep yourself in history at Heroes' Square, see the interesting displays at House of Terror Museum, then steep yourself in history at Matthias Church, and finally contemplate the long history of Fisherman's Bastion.

To find other places to visit, ratings, reviews, and other tourist information, read our Budapest itinerary planning site.

Barcelona, Spain to Budapest is an approximately 6-hour flight. You can also drive; or take a train. Plan for a bit cooler nights when traveling from Barcelona in April since evenings lows in Budapest dip to 5°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 6th (Thu) early enough to go by car to Vienna.

Start off your visit on the 6th (Thu): don't miss a visit to Stephansplatz, then step into the grandiose world of Schonbrunn Palace, then admire the masterpieces at Belvedere Palace, and finally don't miss a visit to St. Stephen's Cathedral.

To find where to stay, ratings, other places to visit, and tourist information, you can read our Vienna route planner.

Drive from Budapest to Vienna in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can fly; or take a train. April in Vienna sees daily highs of 19°C and lows of 6°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 7th (Fri) to allow enough time to fly to Prague.

Start off your visit on the 7th (Fri): steep yourself in history at Old Royal Palace, contemplate in the serene atmosphere at St. Vitus Cathedral, take in the views from Charles Bridge, then get great views at Prague Astronomical Clock, then take in the spiritual surroundings of Pinkas Synagogue Pinkasova synagoga, and finally appreciate the extensive heritage of Staromestske namesti.

Make your Prague itinerary with Klarna Trips to find out what to see and where to go.

You can fly from Vienna to Prague in 3 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a shuttle. In April, plan for daily highs up to 17°C, and evening lows to 5°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 8th (Sat) to allow time to fly back home.