Planning Your Europe Trip: How Long Should You Spend in Each Country?
Which cities you want to visit while planning your Europe trip will determine how long you spend in each country. It’s always a good idea to give yourself more time rather than less so you can explore different places. Here’s a breakdown of each country and how long you should spend there based on the cities you could visit. Keep in mind that these timeframes are just a suggestion, and are meant to represent the absolute minimum recommended amount of time to spend in each location.
England (4-7 days)
Assuming you only plan to visit the capital city of London, you should plan to spend at least 3-4 full days or 4-5 nights in this amazing city, preferably more. London has endless attractions, but some of the most popular are the many theatrical productions, shopping at markets like Portobello Road or Borough Market, incredible historical attractions, and beautiful parks to explore. If you plan to visit a city like Oxford or Stratford, you’ll need to add on an extra day or two to your time in England.
France (4-7 days)
Nearly everyone who dreams of traveling around Europe plans to visit Paris. With plenty of art museums to visit (such as Musée d’Orsay and The Louvre), The Eiffel Tower, street markets, incredible food, and dozens of beautiful cathedrals, it’s no wonder people flock to this great city. Visitors to Paris should ideally spend 2-4 full days exploring the city and possibly take a day trip to explore the nearby cities of Nantes and Versailles. Another small town to visit in Nice, which is located on the banks of the Mediterranean Sea and offers a respite from the congestion of Paris.
Italy (7-9 days)
There are so many incredible cities to visit in Italy alone, you could easily spend your whole two-week vacation in this one country. Because there are so many incredible places and several large cities in Italy, we recommend spending a bit longer in this country if you’re able. Some of the larger cities you shouldn’t miss are Rome and Florence, which require 2-4 days each, while smaller cities like Naples and Venice can be seen in a day or two.
Of course, there are more countries than this in Europe, but this is a great place to start when planning your Europe trip. Although you could choose to squeeze in 3-4 countries during a two-week stay in Europe. We’d recommend picking a maximum of three countries (preferably two) so you don’t feel as rushed for time. For more great tips on how to travel backpacks through Europe, check out the GG bags travel backpacks and start your Europe trip planner today.