47 days in Europe Itinerary

Vibrant and noisy, London is one of the world’s leading cities, an international capital of culture, education, fashion, music, finance, trade, and politics.

You'll explore the less-touristy side of things at Houses of Parliament and St Mary's Church. Appreciate the collections at National Gallery and Churchill War Rooms. Next up on the itinerary: learn more about the world around you at Natural History Museum, explore the world behind art at Victoria and Albert Museum, pause for some serene contemplation at St. Paul's Cathedral, and examine the collection at The British Museum.

For other places to visit, maps, photos, and other tourist information, read London trip site.

Toronto, Canada to London is an approximately 10-hour flight. You'll lose 5 hours traveling from Toronto to London due to the time zone difference. Expect somewhat warmer temperatures when traveling from Toronto in November; daily highs in London reach 13°C and lows reach 5°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 19th (Tue) so you can catch the train 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.

Your inner history buff will appreciate Eiffel Tower and Arc de Triomphe. Museum-lovers will get to explore Musee d'Orsay and Musee Rodin. You'll find plenty of places to visit near Paris: Chateau de Chambord (in Chambord) and Palace of Versailles (in Versailles). And it doesn't end there: admire the masterpieces at Louvre Museum, take in the architecture and atmosphere at Basilique du Sacre-Coeur de Montmartre, take a stroll through Île de la Cité, and get to know the fascinating history of Montmartre.

For reviews, ratings, where to stay, and tourist information, use the Paris tour planner.

Take a train from London to Paris in 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can fly; or do a combination of car and train. The time zone difference when traveling from London to Paris is 1 hour. In November, daily temperatures in Paris can reach 12°C, while at night they dip to 6°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 24th (Sun) to allow enough time 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.

Van Gogh Museum and Museum Het Rembrandthuis (Rembrandt House) are good opportunities to explore the local culture. You'll explore the less-touristy side of things at Verzetsmuseum Amsterdam and Grote Markt. Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Amsterdam: Frans Hals Museum (in Haarlem) and The Mauritshuis Royal Picture Gallery (in The Hague). Next up on the itinerary: admire the masterpieces at Rijksmuseum, get engrossed in the history at Tropenmuseum, examine the collection at Stedelijk Museum Amsterdam, and explore the engaging exhibits at NEMO Science Museum.

To find where to stay, more things to do, maps, and other tourist information, refer to the Amsterdam online road trip planner.

Traveling by train from Paris to Amsterdam takes 4.5 hours. Alternatively, you can fly; or drive. November in Amsterdam sees daily highs of 12°C and lows of 5°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 28th (Thu) early enough to travel to Zurich.

The financial hub of Switzerland, Zurich is most often associated with money and banks.

Kick off your visit on the 29th (Fri): explore the different monuments and memorials at Friedhof Fluntern, contemplate in the serene atmosphere at Fraumünster Church, then examine the collection at Uhrenmuseum Beyer Zürich, and finally explore the world behind art at Museum of Art (Kunsthaus Zurich). Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 30th (Sat): explore the world behind art at Museum Rietberg, pause for some serene contemplation at Grossmunster, and then wander the streets of Old Town.

To see other places to visit, maps, ratings, and tourist information, use the Zurich trip planner.

You can fly from Amsterdam to Zurich in 5 hours. Other options are to drive; or take a train. In November, plan for daily highs up to 10°C, and evening lows to 3°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 30th (Sat) to allow time to drive to Munich.

Often described as the city of laptops and lederhosen, Munich is an international center of business, engineering, research, and medicine that still maintains a rich cultural heritage and age-old traditions.

Museum-lovers will appreciate Munich Residenz and Alte Pinakothek. Get a sense of the local culture at Deutsches Museum and Nymphenburg Palace. Step out of Munich to go to Hohenschwangau and see Schloss Hohenschwangau, which is approximately 1h 40 min away. There's much more to do: take in the spiritual surroundings of St. Peter's Church, make a trip to Marienplatz, and take in panoramic vistas at Frauenkirche.

To see where to stay, photos, maps, and more tourist information, go to the Munich trip planner.

Traveling by car from Zurich to Munich takes 3.5 hours. Alternatively, you can fly; or take a train. In November, plan for daily highs up to 9°C, and evening lows to 1°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 3rd (Tue) early enough to go by car to Salzburg.

Surrounded by mountain ranges and boasting a well-preserved city center, Salzburg melds culture and history.

Explore hidden gems such as Salzburger Altstadt and St. Peter's Abbey (Stift St. Peter). Fortress Hohensalzburg Castle and Mozarts Geburtshaus will appeal to museum buffs. Change things up with these side-trips from Salzburg: Kundler Klamm (in Muhltal) and Swarovski Kristallwelten (in Wattens). There's much more to do: contemplate the long history of Mozart Residence (Mozart Wohnhaus), step into the grandiose world of Schloss Hellbrunn, admire the landmark architecture of Salzburg Cathedral, and take in nature's colorful creations at Mirabell Palace.

To see maps, other places to visit, photos, and more tourist information, read Salzburg online trip maker.

Traveling by car from Munich to Salzburg takes 1.5 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or take a bus. Expect a daytime high around 6°C in December, and nighttime lows around -1°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 7th (Sat) early enough to travel to Vienna.

The cultural, economic, and political center of the country, Vienna has developed from its early Celtic and Roman roots into a medieval and Baroque city, with an old town that was designated a World Heritage Site in 2001.

You'll explore the less-touristy side of things at Kunsthistorisches Museum Wien and Albertina. Your inner history buff will appreciate Schonbrunn Palace and St. Stephen's Cathedral. Next up on the itinerary: explore the world behind art at Belvedere Palace, learn more about the world around you at Natural History Museum (Naturhistorisches Museum), admire the landmark architecture of Haus der Musik Wien, and examine the collection at Judenplatz Holocaust Memorial.

To see other places to visit, more things to do, and tourist information, use the Vienna sightseeing planner.

Getting from Salzburg to Vienna by flight takes about 3 hours. Other options: drive; or take a train. Expect a daytime high around 5°C in December, and nighttime lows around 0°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 12th (Thu) so you can travel to Krakow.

One of Poland's oldest cities, Krakow sits at the foot of the Carpathian Mountains, its historical town center nestled on the left bank of the Vistula River.

You'll explore and learn at Panstwowe Muzeum Auschwitz-Birkenau and Muzeum Uniwersytetu Jagiellonskiego Collegium Maius. Satisfy your inner culture vulture at Wieliczka Salt Mine and Krakow's Rynek Glowny Central Square. There's much more to do: identify plant and animal life at Wildlife Areas, steep yourself in history at Muzeum Krakowa, oddzial Fabryka Emalia Oskara Schindlera, admire the striking features of St. Mary's Basilica, and explore the world behind art at Stained Glass Museum (Muzeum Witrazu).

For other places to visit, traveler tips, reviews, and more tourist information, read our Krakow journey planner.

Getting from Vienna to Krakow by flight takes about 4.5 hours. Other options: drive; or take a shuttle. In December in Krakow, expect temperatures between 5°C during the day and -2°C at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 16th (Mon) early enough to take a train to Warsaw.

Warsaw draws big crowds with its seemingly unstoppable energy, exemplified by the city's explosive nightlife and thriving music scene.

Kick off your visit on the 17th (Tue): learn about all things military at Museum of King Jan III's Palace at Wilanow, then admire the natural beauty at Lazienki Krolewskie w Warszawie, then take an in-depth tour of Zamek Krolewski w Warszawie - Muzeum, and finally appreciate the extensive heritage of Old Town.

To see ratings, where to stay, and other tourist information, read our Warsaw trip planner.

You can take a train from Krakow to Warsaw in 3 hours. Alternatively, you can fly; or drive. December in Warsaw sees daily highs of 5°C and lows of 0°C at night. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 17th (Tue) so you can travel to Berlin.

The country's capital and largest city, Berlin is a diverse urban center boasting a lively nightlife and countless things to do.

Get a sense of the local culture at Pergamonmuseum and Memorial of the Berlin Wall. Neues Museum and Topography of Terror will appeal to museum buffs. There's much more to do: test your problem-solving skills at THE ROOM - Live Escape Game Berlin, make a trip to Mauermuseum - Museum Haus am Checkpoint Charlie, steep yourself in history at East Side Gallery, and ponder the world of politics at Reichstag Building.

For where to stay, maps, other places to visit, and tourist information, you can read our Berlin trip itinerary maker app.

You can fly from Warsaw to Berlin in 5 hours. Other options are to drive; or take a train. Finish your sightseeing early on the 20th (Fri) to allow enough time to 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.

Museum-lovers will get to explore Ny Carlsberg Glyptotek and Thorvaldsens Museum. Step off the beaten path and head to Rosenborg Castle and Frederiks Kirke (Marmorkirken). There's much more to do: appreciate the extensive heritage of Nyhavn, take in panoramic vistas at Rundetarn, laugh and play at Tivoli Gardens, and admire the landmark architecture of Amalienborg.

To see ratings, maps, traveler tips, and tourist information, go to the Copenhagen trip planner.

Fly from Berlin to Copenhagen in 4 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or take a bus. In December, daily temperatures in Copenhagen can reach 7°C, while at night they dip to 2°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 24th (Tue) so you can travel to Stockholm.

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

Vasa Museum and Fotografiska Stockholm are good opportunities to explore the local culture. Your inner history buff will appreciate Royal Palace and Riddarholmen Church. The adventure continues: examine the collection at ABBA The Museum, learn about all things military at Royal Armory, get engrossed in the history at Hallwyl Museum (Hallwylska Museet), and admire the masterpieces at Moderna Museet - Stockholm.

Discover how to plan a Stockholm trip in just a few steps with Inspirock's itinerary builder.

Traveling by combination of train, taxi, and flight from Copenhagen to Stockholm takes 4 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or drive. Traveling from Copenhagen in December, things will get little chillier in Stockholm: highs are around 3°C and lows about -1°C. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 28th (Sat) so you can travel to Oslo.

Norway's capital city, Oslo boasts a thousand years of history and a diverse mix of architecture that blends old, new, and ultra-modern.

Appreciate the collections at Fram Museum and National Gallery of Norway Nasjonalgalleriet. Explore hidden gems such as Kon-Tiki Museum and 22 July Centre. There's much more to do: steep yourself in history at Akershus Castle and Fortress (Akershus Slott og Festning), get engrossed in the history at Viking Ship Museum, admire the masterpieces at Vigeland Museum, and examine the collection at Nordisk bibelmuseum.

To see traveler tips, ratings, other places to visit, and tourist information, you can read our Oslo online itinerary builder.

Traveling by flight from Stockholm to Oslo takes 3 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a train. Traveling from Stockholm in December, you will find days in Oslo are a bit warmer (8°C), and nights are little chillier (-5°C). Wrap up your sightseeing on the 31st (Tue) to allow time to travel back home.