Family-Friendly 7-Day Europe Itinerary in October 2023
Day 1: London, United Kingdom
20 minutes (4.5 miles) from Heathrow Airport
Visit the British Museum in the morning, explore the iconic Tower Bridge and Tower of London in the afternoon, and ride the London Eye at sunset for panoramic views of the city.
Day 2: Paris, France
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2 hours and 15 minutes via Eurostar (307 miles) from London
Begin the day with a croissant and coffee in the charming Montmartre neighborhood. Visit the world-famous Louvre Museum in the afternoon and end the day with a breathtaking view of Paris from the top of the Eiffel Tower.
Day 3: Amsterdam, Netherlands
3 hours and 40 minutes via Thalys (268 miles) from Paris
Visit the Van Gogh Museum in the morning, take a relaxing boat tour of the canals in the afternoon, and explore the trendy Jordaan neighborhood in the evening.
Day 4: Berlin, Germany
6 hours and 30 minutes via Intercity Express (420 miles) from Amsterdam
Discover the history of the Berlin Wall at the East Side Gallery, visit the stunning Brandenburg Gate in the afternoon, and end the day with a unique dining experience at a traditional German beer hall.
Day 5: Vienna, Austria
9 hours and 30 minutes via Nightjet (572 miles) from Berlin
Enjoy a warm cup of Viennese coffee at a traditional coffee house in the morning, visit the Schönbrunn Palace in the afternoon, and attend a classical music concert in the evening.
Day 6: Venice, Italy
7 hours via Railjet (391 miles) from Vienna
Take a romantic gondola ride through the canals in the morning, explore the colorful island of Burano in the afternoon, and end the day with a delicious Italian dinner in one of the many charming restaurants in the city.
Day 7: Barcelona, Spain
15 hours via Night Train (774 miles) from Venice
Begin the day with a walk through the vibrant Park Güell, visit the famous Sagrada Familia in the afternoon, and end the trip with a tapas crawl through the historic Gothic Quarter.
Recommendations
If you have more time in Europe, consider visiting other popular destinations such as Rome, Florence, or Munich. Side trips to nearby towns such as Versailles, Pisa, or Salzburg are also great options. To maximize your fun, consider purchasing a city pass or attraction ticket bundle to save both time and money. Don't forget to try the local cuisine and immerse yourself in the culture!
Time and Costs Estimates
British Museum (2 hours, free)
Tower Bridge and Tower of London (3 hours, £28 for adults, £14 for children)
London Eye (1 hour, £27 for adults, £22 for children)
Louvre Museum (4 hours, €17 for adults, free for children under 18)
Eiffel Tower (2 hours, €25 for adults, €13 for children)
Van Gogh Museum (2 hours, €19 for adults, free for children under 18)
Canal tour (1 hour, €16 for adults, €8 for children)
Brandenburg Gate (1 hour, free)
East Side Gallery (1 hour, free)
Traditional German beer hall (2 hours, €20 per person)
Schönbrunn Palace (3 hours, €18.50 for adults, €9 for children)
Classical music concert (3 hours, €50 per person)
Gondola ride (1 hour, €80 for up to 6 people)
Burano Island (2 hours, free)
Sagrada Familia (2 hours, €26 for adults, free for children under 11)
Park Güell (2 hours, €10 for adults, free for children under 7)
Gothic Quarter (2 hours, cost varies by restaurant)