A 14-Day Itinerary to Explore the Best of Barcelona, Paris, Rome and Venice

  • Day 1: Barcelona - Gothic Quarter
    Estimated time from the last destination: 30 minutes | Estimated distance from the last destination: 5 km

    The Gothic Quarter is the charming and historic center of Barcelona. The highlight of this district is Barcelona Cathedral, offering stunning architecture and panoramic views of the city.

  • Day 2: Barcelona - Park Guell
    Estimated time from the last destination: 45 minutes | Estimated distance from the last destination: 8 km

    A visit to Park Guell is a must for art and nature lovers. It’s an open-air wonderland that was completed by Antoni Gaudi, a renowned architect and the main figure of Catalan Modernism. The park has breathtaking views of Barcelona, and also provides intricate walkways and mosaics to discover.

  • Day 3: Barcelona - Sagrada Familia
    Estimated time from the last destination: 30 minutes | Estimated distance from the last destination: 6 km

    The Sagrada Familia is another iconic Gaudi creation, and an iconic landmark of Barcelona. It’s a stunning cathedral that’s still under construction, providing an amazing blend of natural views and geometric design.

  • Day 4: Paris - The Louvre
    Estimated time from the last destination: 1 hour, 45 minutes| Estimated distance from the last destination: 1,045 km

    The Louvre is the world's largest and finest art museum located in Paris. The museum has about 38,000 works of art for visitors to enjoy, of which the best known is the Mona Lisa painting.

  • Day 5: Paris - Eiffel Tower
    Estimated time from the last destination: 20 minutes | Estimated distance from the last destination: 4.5 km

    The Eiffel Tower is the most visited monument in Paris, and a symbol of France throughout the world. Built in 1889 for the Universal Exhibition, it’s now one of the top cultural attractions in the world.

  • Day 6: Paris - Notre-Dame Cathedral
    Estimated time from the last destination: 30 minutes | Estimated distance from the last destination: 8 km

    Notre-Dame Cathedral is one of the most well-known landmarks of Paris. The cathedral has over 800 years of history and is an impressive example of French Gothic architecture.

  • Day 7: Rome - Colosseum
    Estimated time from the last destination: 2 hour, 10 minutes | Estimated distance from the last destination: 1,100 km

    The Colosseum is one of Rome's most iconic symbols. This ancient amphitheater was once used to host gladiatorial contests and still lives up to its reputation as a dangerous place. It’s a definite must for anyone touring Rome!.

  • Day 8: Rome - Vatican City
    Estimated time from the last destination: 25 minutes | Estimated distance from the last destination: 3.3 km

    The Vatican City is one of the most-loved destinations of Rome. Here, you can visit the Sistine Chapel, the Vatican Museum, and stand in awe of the incredible St. Peter's Basilica.

  • Day 9: Rome - Trevi Fountain
    Estimated time from the last destination: 10 minutes | Estimated distance from the last destination: 3 km

    The Trevi Fountain is one of the most visited destination in the center of Rome. It’s a breathtaking masterpiece of baroque design, and legend has it that if you throw a coin into the fountain, you'll be coming back to Rome for sure.

  • Day 10: Venice - Piazza San Marco
    Estimated time from the last destination: 3 hour, 25 minutes | Estimated distance from the last destination: 400 km

    The Piazza San Marco is a great place to start your tour of Venice since it’s the main square of the city. It’s appropriately known as the “drawing room” of Venice, and unlike any place in the world. Here, you can see some of the most famous landmarks in Venice, including the Basilica of San Marco, the Campanile di San Marco, and the Palazzo Ducale.

  • Day 11: Venice - Rialto Market
    Estimated time from the last destination: 25 minutes | Estimated distance from the last destination: 2 km

    The Rialto market in Venice is the best place to discover Venetian cuisine and to take a break from sightseeing. Here, you can discover fresh fish and produce from across the Venetian Lagoon.

  • Day 12: Venice - Gallerie dell'Accademia
    Estimated time from the last destination: 20 minutes | Estimated distance from the last destination: 3 km

    The Gallerie dell'Accademia in Venice is a treasure trove of Italian Renaissance paintings. It’s home to a significant collection of great works of art, including pieces by Bellini, Tintoretto, and Canaletto.

  • Day 13: Back to Barcelona - Casa Batllo
    Estimated time from the last destination: 3 hour, 45 minutes | Estimated distance from the last destination: 1,405 km

    Casa Batllo is another iconic Gaudi creation located in Barcelona. It’s a renovated building that’s impossible to miss, and features one of the most famous and recognizable dragon-like balconies in the world.

  • Day 14: Back to Barcelona - La Boqueria Market
    Estimated time from the last destination: 10 minutes | Estimated distance from the last destination: 2 km

    The La Boqueria Market in Barcelona is a vibrant and colorful place to discover Catalan cuisine. Here, you can see the hustle and bustle of the city while discovering some of the city's most delicious food.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Gothic Quarter (2 hours, free)
  • Park Guell (2 hours, €10)
  • Sagrada Familia (2 hours, €17)
  • Louvre (2 hours, €17)
  • Eiffel Tower (2 hours, €25)
  • Notre-Dame Cathedral (1 hour, free)
  • Colosseum (2 hours, €16)
  • Vatican City (3 hours, €27)
  • Trevi Fountain (1 hour, free)
  • Piazza San Marco (2 hours, free)
  • Rialto Market (1 hour, free)
  • Gallerie dell'Accademia (2 hours, €12)
  • Casa Batllo (2 hours, €25)
  • La Boqueria Market (1 hour, free)
  • Total Estimated Costs: €148

Transportation

When traveling between locations, you should consider both the time and the cost of transportation. For Barcelona and Venice, walking is the best way to see the city. You can rent a bike for each destination which costs €10 per day. If you’re traveling to Rome or Paris, taking the train or using the metro is the ideal way to move about the city.

Useful Tips

If you have extra time, we recommend taking a day trip to Montserrat from Barcelona, or a day trip from Venice to the beautiful island of Burano. If you have less time, you can skip visiting Notre-Dame and instead explore the Musée d'Orsay in Paris, a gallery dedicated to Impressionist art. Also, you can move the visit to the Colosseum in Rome on the next day if you prefer to rest after a long journey from Paris.

Airports

In Barcelona, the main airport is the Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN), which is located 12 km away from the city center. In Paris, the main airport is Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG), which is located about 25 km from the city center. In Rome, you will be flying into the Leonardo da Vinci–Fiumicino Airport (FCO), which is located 26 km from the city center. In Venice, you will land at The Venice Marco Polo Airport (VCE), which is located 8 km away from Venice.

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