24 Hours Sights and Sounds of Europe

  • 9:00AM: The Louvre Museum (Paris, France)
    10 minutes (1.3 miles) from Eiffel Tower

    The Louvre is the world’s largest art museum that houses exceptional works such as the Mona Lisa, Venus de Milo, and many other classic pieces. It is a must-visit for any art lover.

    Museum hours: 9:00AM-6:00PM
    Ticket prices: €17-€20

  • 11:30AM: La Sagrada Familia (Barcelona, Spain)
    3h 10m (650 miles) from The Louvre Museum

    La Sagrada Familia is one of the most iconic landmarks of Spain. It is a basilica built by Antoni Gaudi that was started in 1882 and is still in progress. The basilica’s facade will leave you speechless, with its intricate design and beauty.

    Monument hours: 9:00AM-7:00PM
    Ticket prices: €20-€32

  • 2:30PM: The Colosseum (Rome, Italy)
    2h 10m (577 miles) from La Sagrada Familia

    The Colosseum is an ancient amphitheater that was used to host gladiator fights and other public spectacles for over four hundred years. It is now a popular tourist attraction and a symbol of the great Roman Empire.

    Monument hours: 8:30AM-7:00PM
    Ticket prices: €16-€18

  • 5:00PM: The Palace of Versailles (Versailles, France)
    2h 30m (142 miles) from The Colosseum

    The Palace of Versailles is a beautiful and opulent palace that was once home to the French Monarchy. The palace and gardens are an impressive example of French architecture and design.

    Palace hours: 9:00AM-5:30PM
    Ticket prices: €18-€27

  • 8:00PM: Gellert Hill/Monument (Budapest, Hungary)
    16h 30m (1062 miles) from The Palace of Versailles

    Gellert Hill in Budapest offers a stunning panoramic view of the city. The hill features many historic sites, including the Liberty Monument, a symbol of Hungary's freedom.

    Monument hours: Open 24hrs
    Admission prices: Free

Time and Cost Estimates

  • The Louvre Museum (2 hours, €17-€20)
  • La Sagrada Familia (2 hours, €20-€32)
  • The Colosseum (2 hours, €16-€18)
  • The Palace of Versailles (3 hours, €18-€27)
  • Gellert Hill/Monument (1.5 hours, Free)
  • Total Estimated Costs: €71-€97

Transportation

Europe is accessible by excellent means of transportation such as trains, buses, and airplanes. A 24-hour Eurail pass for traveling within France, Spain, and Italy could cost between €45-€75, depending on the type of train and class of travel. The average cost of a one-way flight from Rome to Budapest is €45-€70, and the duration is about 2 hours 45 minutes.

Useful Tips

For travelers with less time, the itinerary can be shortened by visiting only two destinations. You can choose to visit either the Louvre Museum and La Sagrada Familia or the Colosseum and the Palace of Versailles, providing enough time to explore each destination without rushing. For those with more time, you can consider exploring additional destinations like Prague or Vienna, which are accessible from Budapest by train or flight.

Airports

The main airports in the destination are Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) in France, Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) in Spain, Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport (FCO) in Rome, and Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD) in Hungary. Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport is approximately 14 miles northeast of Paris. Barcelona-El Prat Airport is about 8 miles southwest of Barcelona. Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport lies about 16 miles southwest of Rome. Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport is about 10 miles southeast of Budapest.

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