Five-Day Family-Friendly Europe Itinerary

  • Day 1: London
    10 minutes (2 miles) from Buckingham Palace

    Start your trip with a visit to the iconic Buckingham Palace and watch the Changing of the Guard ceremony at 11:00 AM. Then, head to the British Museum and see their collection of world-famous artifacts including the Rosetta Stone and mummies from ancient Egypt.

  • Day 2: Paris
    10 minutes (1.5 miles) from the Eiffel Tower

    Your family-friendly Paris adventure starts with a visit to the top of the Eiffel Tower for a stunning view of the city. Continue with a ride down the Seine River while enjoying a tasty snack on board. Finally, explore the renowned Louvre Museum, with over 35,000 works of art including the mesmerizing Mona Lisa and the beautiful Venus de Milo.

  • Day 3: Rome
    10 minutes (1.5 miles) from the Colosseum

    Explore the history of the Roman Empire by visiting Colosseum, then head to the Vatican City to see the amazing Sistine Chapel and St.Peter's Basilica. Finish your day with delicious Roman gelato and a stroll through the Trevi Fountain.

  • Day 4: Amsterdam
    10 minutes (2 miles) from the Van Gogh Museum

    Start your day by exploring the Van Gogh Museum, which houses the largest collection of Van Gogh's paintings and drawings. Continue to the Heineken Experience to see the brewing process and to enjoy some beer samples. End your day with a boat tour through the beautiful canals of Amsterdam.

  • Day 5: Berlin
    10 minutes (1.5 miles) from Brandenburg Gate

    Start your day at the Brandenburg Gate, take photos, and soak up the history of the city. Then, the family can enjoy the animals at the Zoo Berlin, located in the heart of the city in Tiergarten Park. Finish your trip at the Checkpoint Charlie Museum.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Buckingham Palace (2hrs, Free)
  • British Museum (3hrs, Free)
  • Eiffel Tower (2hrs, €25 for adults, €12.50 for ages 12-24, €6.30 for ages 4-11)
  • Seine River Cruise (1 hr, €15 per adult, €7 per child)
  • Louvre Museum (4 hrs, €17 per adult, Free for ages under 18)
  • Colosseum (2.5 hrs, €16 for adults, free under 18 years)
  • Sistine Chapel and St. Peter's Basilica (2.5 hrs, €17 for adults, free under 18 years)
  • Van Gogh Museum (2 hrs, €19 for adults, free under 18 years)
  • Heineken Experience (2 hrs, €21 for adults, €16 for ages 12-17, €0-3 free)
  • Zoo Berlin (3hrs, €16 per adult, €8 per child)
  • Checkpoint Charlie Museum (2hrs, €14 for adults, €9 for students/ages 7-18)
  • Total Estimated Costs: €165 per adult, €84 per child

Transportation

When traveling between your destinations, consider taking trains or buses, which are usually efficient and affordable. For traveling within cities, the public transportation systems are user-friendly, including buses and metros. Taxi services are also available, but can be expensive in some cities. Estimated transportation costs are around €150 per person, not including flights.

Useful Tips

If you have more time, consider adding another night in each city to explore further. If you have less time, consider choosing fewer destinations to visit. Remember to schedule your visits in advance to avoid long waiting times for popular attractions. Don't forget to pack comfortable shoes for walking and dress appropriately for places like the Vatican and the Colosseum.

Airports

The most common airports for entering and departing Europe are Charles de Gaulle Airport in Paris (CDG), London Heathrow (LHR) in London, Leonardo da Vinci–Fiumicino Airport (FCO) in Rome, Berlin Tegel Airport (TXL) in Berlin and Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS) in Amsterdam. The airports are located within 30-60 minutes away from their respective city centers.

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