57 days in Europe Itinerary

To see more things to do, ratings, maps, and tourist information, use the Essen day trip planning tool.

Bergen op Zoom, The Netherlands to Essen is an approximately 2.5-hour car ride. In February, plan for daily highs up to 7°C, and evening lows to 0°C. On the 9th (Thu), you'll travel to Brussels.

Start off your visit on the 9th (Thu): admire the striking features of St. Michael and St. Gudula Cathedral (Cathedrale St-Michel et Ste-Gudule), see the interesting displays at Belgian Comic Strip Center, then make a trip to Atomium, then take in the spiritual surroundings of Eglise Notre Dame Du Sablon, and finally make a trip to Grand Place.

For ratings, maps, traveler tips, and tourist information, go to the Brussels day trip site.

You can drive from Essen to Brussels in 1.5 hours. In February, daily temperatures in Brussels can reach 5°C, while at night they dip to 0°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 9th (Thu) early enough to fly to Lyon.

On the 10th (Fri), appreciate the extensive heritage of Vieux Lyon, look for gifts at La boutique de Mathilde, examine the collection at Musee Miniature et Cinema, admire the masterpieces at Museum of Fine Arts of Lyon, then see the interesting displays at Musee des Confluences, and finally admire the striking features of Basilique Notre Dame de Fourviere.

For maps, traveler tips, ratings, and tourist information, go to the Lyon route planner.

Traveling by flight from Brussels to Lyon takes 4.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or drive. Expect somewhat warmer weather when traveling from Brussels in February: highs in Lyon hover around 10°C, while lows dip to 1°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 11th (Sat) to allow time to fly to Bologna.

Start off your visit on the 11th (Sat): don't miss a visit to Le Due Torri Torre degli Asinell, get lost in a book at International museum and library of music, then take in the architecture and atmosphere at Basilica - Santuario di Santo Stefano, and finally examine the collection at Il Museo del Suono e della Canzone. Keep things going the next day: steep yourself in history at Basilica di San Petronio, get engrossed in the history at Museo Civico Archeologico, get engrossed in the history at Museo Civico Medievale, examine the collection at Museo per la Memoria di Ustica, then explore the world behind art at Pinacoteca Nazionale di Bologna, and finally admire the masterpieces at La Quadreria - Palazzo Rossi Poggi Marsili.

To see reviews, photos, and tourist information, refer to the Bologna trip itinerary planning website.

Traveling by flight from Lyon to Bologna takes 4.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train. In February, plan for daily highs up to 11°C, and evening lows to 2°C. On the 13th (Mon), you'll have the morning to explore before heading off to Florence.

On the 13th (Mon), contemplate the long history of Basilica of Santa Croce, browse the exhibits of Church and Museum of Orsanmichele, don't miss a visit to The Baptistery of St. John, then stop by M.G. Design, then make a trip to Piazzale Michelangelo, and finally snap pictures at Ponte Vecchio. Here are some ideas for day two: ponder the world of politics at Palazzo Vecchio, get to know the fascinating history of Piazza del Duomo, contemplate the long history of Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore, take in panoramic vistas at Campanile di Giotto, then examine the collection at Pitti Palace, and finally explore the world behind art at Florence Academy of Fine Arts.

For maps, where to stay, traveler tips, and more tourist information, use the Florence trip planning site.

You can take a train from Bologna to Florence in 1.5 hours. Other options are to drive; or take a bus. February in Florence sees daily highs of 14°C and lows of 5°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 15th (Wed) so you can drive to Siena.

Kick off your visit on the 15th (Wed): admire the masterpieces at Complesso Museale Santa Maria della Scala, contemplate the long history of Centro Storico di Siena, take in the architecture and atmosphere at Duomo di Siena, then explore the world behind art at Museo dell'Opera Metropolitana, then browse the exhibits of Palazzo Pubblico and Museo Civico, and finally don't miss a visit to Piazza del Campo.

To see maps, reviews, photos, and other tourist information, go to the Siena day trip app.

Traveling by car from Florence to Siena takes 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or take a train. Expect a daytime high around 16°C in February, and nighttime lows around 5°C. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 16th (Thu) to allow time for the car ride to Naples.

Start off your visit on the 16th (Thu): get to know the fascinating history of Lungomare Caracciolo.

To find ratings, reviews, maps, and tourist information, you can read our Naples holiday maker app.

Drive from Siena to Naples in 4.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or take a bus. In February, daily temperatures in Naples can reach 17°C, while at night they dip to 7°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 17th (Fri) to allow time to fly to Palermo.

Visit Cattedrale di Palermo and Norman Palace for their historical value. Get some cultural insight at Museo dell'Acciuga and Museum of tiles Stanze al Genio. Explore Palermo's surroundings by going to Museo del Motorismo Siciliano e della Targa Florio di Termini Imerese (in Termini Imerese) and Villa Sant’Isidoro De Cordova (in Bagheria). And it doesn't end there: take in the architecture and atmosphere at Duomo di Monreale, see the interesting displays at Museo Falcone - Borsellino, don't miss a visit to Nobile e Monumentale Chiesa dell'Immacolata Concezione al Capo, and contemplate the long history of Catacombe dei Cappuccini.

To find where to stay, reviews, photos, and other tourist information, go to the Palermo road trip planning website.

You can fly from Naples to Palermo in 2.5 hours. Other options are to take a bus; or take a train. Finish your sightseeing early on the 21st (Tue) so you can drive to Agrigento.

Start off your visit on the 21st (Tue): take in the architecture and atmosphere at Chiesa di San Pietro, relax and rejuvenate at Seta Spa and Wellness, contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Chiesa San Nicola, then get engrossed in the history at Museo Archeologico Regionale di Agrigento, then explore the ancient world of Valle dei Templi, and finally take a stroll through Farm Cultural Park. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: take an in-depth tour of Nocito Gioielli, pause for some serene contemplation at Basilica Maria Santissima del Soccorso, don't miss a visit to Il Castello Incantato, make a trip to Piazza Angelo Scandaliato, then see the interesting displays at Casa Natale di Luigi Pirandello, and finally see the interesting displays at Biblioteca e Museo Comunale Barone Mendola.

For other places to visit, photos, where to stay, and tourist information, go to the Agrigento vacation planner.

You can drive from Palermo to Agrigento in 2.5 hours. Other options are to take a bus; or take a train. In February, daily temperatures in Agrigento can reach 19°C, while at night they dip to 11°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 23rd (Thu) early enough to go by car to Catania.

Start off your visit on the 23rd (Thu): step into the grandiose world of Castello Normanno, get engrossed in the history at Museo Storico dello Sbarco in Sicilia 1943, get engrossed in the history at Monastero dei Benedettini, steep yourself in history at Piazza del Duomo, then ponder the design of Fontana dell'Amenano, and finally admire the striking features of Basilica Catedrale Sant'Agata V.M. Catania.

To find other places to visit, more things to do, maps, and other tourist information, use the Catania planner.

Traveling by car from Agrigento to Catania takes 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or take a train. Finish your sightseeing early on the 24th (Fri) so you can drive to Messina.

Kick off your visit on the 24th (Fri): contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Santuario della Madonna di Montalto, take some stellar pictures from Tempio Votivo di Cristo Re, ponder the design of Fontana di Nettuno, then admire the masterpieces at Museo Regionale Interdisciplinare, then visit a coastal fixture at Faro di Capo Peloro, and finally take in the architecture and atmosphere at Basilica Santuario S.Antonio.

To find maps, traveler tips, ratings, and tourist information, you can read our Messina trip planning site.

Drive from Catania to Messina in 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or take a train. February in Messina sees daily highs of 17°C and lows of 11°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 25th (Sat) so you can travel to Salerno.

To see where to stay, ratings, more things to do, and other tourist information, go to the Salerno online trip itinerary builder.

Traveling by combination of ferry and train from Messina to Salerno takes 5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or do a combination of ferry and car. Expect a daytime high around 17°C in February, and nighttime lows around 11°C. On the 25th (Sat), you're off to Caserta.

Kick off your visit on the 25th (Sat): examine the collection at Casa Museo Domenico Mondo, see where the action happens at Anfiteatro Campano e Museo dei Gladiatori, then explore the historical opulence of Reggia di Caserta, then take in the architecture and atmosphere at Palace of Bishop of Casertavecchia, and finally pause for some serene contemplation at Chiesa S.Michele Arcangelo.

To see where to stay, other places to visit, photos, and other tourist information, read Caserta route builder tool.

You can drive from Salerno to Caserta in an hour. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or take a train. Traveling from Salerno in February, you can expect nighttime temperatures to be slightly colder in Caserta, with lows of 5°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 25th (Sat) so you can drive to Bari.

Start off your visit on the 26th (Sun): pause for some serene contemplation at Chiesa del Crocifisso, admire the masterpieces at Galleria Nazionale Della Puglia Girolamo E Rosaria Devanna, take in the architecture and atmosphere at Chiesa del Purgatorio, then contemplate the long history of Cattedrale di Bari, then explore the historical opulence of Castello Normanno Svevo, and finally take in the spiritual surroundings of Basilica San Nicola.

For ratings, other places to visit, photos, and more tourist information, read our Bari trip planner.

Traveling by car from Caserta to Bari takes 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or take a bus. In February, daytime highs in Bari are 17°C, while nighttime lows are 6°C. Wrap up your sightseeing by early afternoon on the 27th (Mon) to allow enough time to drive to Patras.

Start off your visit on the 28th (Tue): examine the collection at Museum of Science and Technology, snap pictures at Rio-Antirrio Bridge (Charilaos Trikoupis), learn about winemaking at Achaia Clauss Winery, then gain interesting insight with Guide me in Greece tours, and finally take in the architecture and atmosphere at Ekklisia Tou Agiou Andrea.

To find photos, where to stay, traveler tips, and more tourist information, refer to the Patras attractions planner.

Traveling by car from Bari to Patras takes 14 hours. Traveling from Bari to Patras, you'll lose 1 hour due to the time zone difference. In February, plan for daily highs up to 17°C, and evening lows to 7°C. You will have some time to spend on the 1st (Wed) before leaving for Kiato.

On the 1st (Wed), delve into the distant past at West Court of Heraion of Perachora.

To see maps, reviews, more things to do, and more tourist information, you can read our Kiato trip tool.

Use the Route module to find suitable travel options from Patras to Kiato. Prepare for little chillier weather when traveling from Patras in March: high temperatures in Kiato hover around 16°C and lows are around 3°C. On the 2nd (Thu), you'll have the morning to explore before heading off to Thessaloniki.

Start off your visit on the 2nd (Thu): don't miss a visit to Aristotelous Square.

To see traveler tips, maps, more things to do, and other tourist information, refer to the Thessaloniki planning app.

Use the Route module to find suitable travel options from Kiato to Thessaloniki. March in Thessaloniki sees daily highs of 17°C and lows of 6°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 4th (Sat) to allow time to drive to Blagoevgrad.

On the 4th (Sat), appreciate the extensive heritage of Varosha Ethnographic Complex, admire the landmark architecture of Presentation of the Blessed Virgin Church, buy something for everyone on your list at Largo Mall, explore the striking landscape at Stob's Pyramids, then learn about winemaking at Medi Valley Winery, and finally walk around Park Bachinovo.

To find ratings, photos, maps, and tourist information, go to the Blagoevgrad trip itinerary planner.

Getting from Thessaloniki to Blagoevgrad by car takes about 2.5 hours. Traveling from Thessaloniki in March, you can expect nighttime temperatures to be little chillier in Blagoevgrad, with lows of 1°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 5th (Sun) to allow enough time to drive to Sofia.

Satisfy your inner culture vulture at St. Alexander Nevski Cathedral and Boyana Church. Let the collections at Museum of illusions Sofia and Regional History Museum Pernik capture your imagination. Go for a jaunt from Sofia to Pernik to see Underground Mining Museum about 46 minutes away. The adventure continues: test your team's savvy at popular escape rooms, take in the architecture and atmosphere at Saint Sofia Church, examine the collection at National Museum of History, and view the masterpieces at Format Jewelry, Objects & Interiors.

To see where to stay, photos, ratings, and more tourist information, you can read our Sofia online trip itinerary planner.

You can drive from Blagoevgrad to Sofia in 1.5 hours. March in Sofia sees daily highs of 14°C and lows of 1°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 8th (Wed) to allow time to drive to Plovdiv.

To see more things to do, other places to visit, and more tourist information, you can read our Plovdiv trip itinerary maker site.

Traveling by car from Sofia to Plovdiv takes 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a shuttle; or take a bus. In March, daily temperatures in Plovdiv can reach 15°C, while at night they dip to 3°C. You'll set off for Veliko Tarnovo on the 8th (Wed).

Kick off your visit on the 9th (Thu): appreciate the history behind Asen's Monument, get curious at Museum of illusions Veliko Tarnovo, take in the views from Vladishki Bridge, then steep yourself in history at Tsarevets, then take in the architecture and atmosphere at Chiesa della Nativita, and finally delve into the distant past at Nicopolis ad Istrum. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 10th (Fri): see the interesting displays at Interactive Museum of Industry, examine the collection at Open Air Ethnographic Museum ETAR, then contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Sokolski Monastery, then examine the collection at Museum of Satire and Humor, and finally don't miss a visit to Samovodska Charshiya Complex.

Before you visit Veliko Tarnovo, use our trip planner to discover what you can do and see there.

Traveling by car from Plovdiv to Veliko Tarnovo takes 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or take a train. March in Veliko Tarnovo sees daily highs of 16°C and lows of 2°C at night. On the 11th (Sat), wrap the sightseeing up by early afternoon so you can drive to Ruse.

For reviews, more things to do, where to stay, and more tourist information, read Ruse journey planner.

Traveling by car from Veliko Tarnovo to Ruse takes 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or take a train. On the 12th (Sun), you'll have the morning to explore before heading off to Bucharest.

Kick off your visit on the 12th (Sun): ponder the world of politics at Palace of Parliament, take in the exciting artwork at Muzeul National al Satului "Dimitrie Gusti", stroll around Herăstrău Park, then test your problem-solving skills at popular escape rooms, and finally take in the architecture and atmosphere at Biserica Sfantul Anton - Curtea Veche. Keep things going the next day: take in the local highlights with Walking tours, appreciate the extensive heritage of Old Town, and then steep yourself in history at Stavropoleos Monastery.

For other places to visit, where to stay, traveler tips, and tourist information, use the Bucharest itinerary maker site.

Traveling by car from Ruse to Bucharest takes 1.5 hours. In March, plan for daily highs up to 14°C, and evening lows to 1°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 14th (Tue) to allow time to drive to Brasov.

Start off your visit on the 14th (Tue): take in the exciting artwork at La Cabane Aux Images, don't miss a visit to The Time Tunnel, browse the exhibits of Bran Castle (Dracula's Castle), take in the pleasant sights at Rasnov Citadel: Garden and Panoramic View, then test your team's savvy at popular escape rooms, and finally don't miss a visit to Piaka Sfatului. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: appreciate the extensive heritage of Brasov Historical Center, contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Black Church (Biserica Neagra), take in panoramic vistas at Black Tower, contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Biserica Buna Vestire, then contemplate the long history of Turnul Alb, and finally hit the slopes at Poiana Brasov.

To see maps, more things to do, photos, and other tourist information, read our Brasov tour planning tool.

Traveling by car from Bucharest to Brasov takes 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or take a bus. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 16th (Thu) so you can go by car to Viscri.

On the 17th (Fri), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: contemplate the geological forces at Racos Volcano, explore the ancient world of Cetatea Rupea, and then identify plant and animal life at Emerald Lake.

For maps, photos, more things to do, and other tourist information, read our Viscri trip maker app.

Traveling by car from Brasov to Viscri takes 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of bus and taxi; or do a combination of train and taxi. Expect a daytime high around 14°C in March, and nighttime lows around -1°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 18th (Sat) early enough to go by car to Sighisoara.

On the 18th (Sat), take in the spiritual surroundings of Holy Trinity Church, pause for some serene contemplation at Church on the Hill, and then enjoy breathtaking views from Turnul Franghierilor. On your second day here, delve into the mystery of Casa Vlad Dracul, examine the collection at Art & Crafts, take in the architecture and atmosphere at St. Joseph Roman Catholic Church, admire the landmark architecture of The Fortified Church of Biertan, then make a trip to Sighisoara Clock Tower, and finally get a taste of the local shopping with The Dracula Investigation.

To find traveler tips, reviews, where to stay, and other tourist information, refer to the Sighisoara online vacation planner.

Traveling by car from Viscri to Sighisoara takes an hour. Alternatively, you can do a combination of taxi and bus; or take a train. Expect a daytime high around 14°C in March, and nighttime lows around -1°C. You'll have a few hours on the 20th (Mon) to wrap things up before traveling to Cluj-Napoca.

Kick off your visit on the 20th (Mon): delve into the distant past at City Walls of Cluj, take an in-depth tour of Muzeon - Storytelling Jewish History Museum, then test your problem-solving skills at popular escape rooms, and finally take in the spiritual surroundings of Reformed Church of Cluj-Napoca. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: indulge in some personalized pampering at Salina Turda, look for all kinds of wild species at Cheile Turzii, then walk around Simion Bărnuțiu Central Park, then examine the collection at The Pharmacy History Collection, and finally explore the striking landscape at Cetakuia Hill (Dealul Cetakuia).

For traveler tips, where to stay, other places to visit, and tourist information, read our Cluj-Napoca attractions app.

Getting from Sighisoara to Cluj-Napoca by car takes about 2.5 hours. Other options: take a bus; or take a train. In March, daily temperatures in Cluj-Napoca can reach 13°C, while at night they dip to 0°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 22nd (Wed) to allow time to drive to Sibiu.

For more things to do, photos, and other tourist information, read Sibiu online travel route planner.

Drive from Cluj-Napoca to Sibiu in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or take a train. In March, daily temperatures in Sibiu can reach 13°C, while at night they dip to 0°C. You will leave for Arad on the 23rd (Thu).

On the 23rd (Thu), don't miss a visit to City Hall, take in the architecture and atmosphere at Basilica Maria Radna, snap pictures at Trajan Bridge, then take in the architecture and atmosphere at St. Anthony of Padua Church, and finally take in the spiritual surroundings of Holy Trinity Cathedral.

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Traveling by car from Sibiu to Arad takes 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus; or take a train. In March, daily temperatures in Arad can reach 15°C, while at night they dip to 1°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 24th (Fri) early enough to go by car to Budapest.

Start off your visit on the 24th (Fri): contemplate the long history of Fisherman's Bastion, contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Matthias Church, ponder the world of politics at Hungarian Parliament Building, then contemplate the long history of Dohány Street Synagogue, then contemplate the long history of Hungarian National Museum, and finally examine the collection at Museum of Applied Arts. Keep things going the next day: take in the spiritual surroundings of St. Stephen's Basilica (Szent Istvan Bazilika), see the interesting displays at House of Terror Museum, contemplate the long history of Széchenyi Thermal Bath, explore the historical opulence of Vajdahunyad Castle (Vajdahunyadvar), then steep yourself in history at Heroes' Square, and finally steep yourself in history at Shoes on the Danube Bank.

To see ratings, photos, reviews, and tourist information, read Budapest online trip itinerary maker.

Drive from Arad to Budapest in 3 hours. Traveling from Arad to Budapest, you'll gain 1 hour due to the time zone difference. In March in Budapest, expect temperatures between 14°C during the day and 1°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 26th (Sun) so you can drive to Zagreb.

Satisfy your inner culture vulture at Image of War - War Photography Museum and Gallery of Croatian Naive Art. Franciscan Museum Karlovac and Museum of Broken Relationships will appeal to museum buffs. Explore Zagreb's surroundings by going to Varazdin (Ursuline Church of the Birth of Christ, Old Town, &more). The adventure continues: test your problem-solving skills at popular escape rooms, get the lay of the land with Walking tours, visit Upper Town (Gornji Grad), and see the interesting displays at Muzej cokolade Zagreb (Chocolate Museum Zagreb).

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Getting from Budapest to Zagreb by car takes about 3.5 hours. Other options: take a shuttle; or take a bus. Expect a daytime high around 16°C in March, and nighttime lows around 1°C. On the 2nd (Sun), you're off to Dubrovnik.

Get some historical perspective at Walls of Dubrovnik and The Franciscan Church and Monastery. Get some cultural insight at Red History Museum and Old Town. Step out of Dubrovnik with an excursion to Vlaho Bukovac House in Cavtat--about 30 minutes away. There's lots more to do: see the interesting displays at Museum Of Selfie & Memories Dubrovnik, view the masterpieces at Art by Stjepko, head off the coast to Lokrum Island, and pause for some serene contemplation at Church of Saint Blaise.

To see where to stay, more things to do, maps, and tourist information, read our Dubrovnik trip planner.

Traveling by flight from Zagreb to Dubrovnik takes 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. Traveling from Zagreb in April, you can expect nighttime temperatures to be somewhat warmer in Dubrovnik, with lows of 11°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 5th (Wed) so you can fly to Munich.

Start off your visit on the 5th (Wed): examine the collection at BMW Welt, examine the collection at BMW Museum, then admire the masterpieces at Alte Pinakothek, and finally see the interesting displays at Munich Residenz.

To find other places to visit, where to stay, reviews, and more tourist information, you can read our Munich trip planner.

Getting from Dubrovnik to Munich by flight takes about 4.5 hours. Other options: drive; or do a combination of car and train. In April, Munich is slightly colder than Dubrovnik - with highs of 16°C and lows of 3°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 6th (Thu) to allow enough time to fly back home.