Itinerary
- Day 1
Berlin
You'll arrive in Berlin and settle into your accommodation. The city has a reputation for never sitting still, with energy that rivals major capitals. Start getting the feel for the place by walking around your neighborhood. There's history everywhere you look, alongside a strong beer culture and plenty of museums to explore later.
- Day 2
Berlin
This day focuses on Berlin's significant historical sites. You'll use a city guide app to navigate to the Jewish Memorial, then head to the East Side Gallery, which is the largest remaining section of the Berlin Wall with murals covering its length. After that, check out Checkpoint Charlie, the Topography of Terror museum, and the Reichstag building. Alexanderplatz rounds out the day and gives you a sense of how the city came back together after division.
Optional Activities
- Visit Jewish Memorial
- Visit East Side Gallery (largest open-air art gallery in the world)
- Visit Checkpoint Charlie
- Visit Topography of Terror
- Visit Reichstag
- Visit Alexanderplatz
- Discounted sightseeing tours available through app
Landmarks/POIs Jewish Memorial East Side Gallery Checkpoint Charlie Topography of Terror Reichstag Alexanderplatz - Day 3
Berlin
Your last full day in Berlin involves walking through central areas to see the Brandenburg Gate, climbing the Fernsehturm for city views, and visiting Berliner Dom. If museums appeal to you, Museum Island has five major collections worth spending a few hours on. The area is walkable and you can move between these landmarks without much hassle.
Optional Activities
- Walk around Berlin city center
- Visit Brandenburg Gate
- Visit Fernsehturm (TV Tower)
- Visit Berliner Dom (Berlin Cathedral)
- Visit Museum Island to explore five museums
Landmarks/POIs Brandenburg Gate Fernsehturm Berliner Dom Museum Island - Day 4
Prague
You'll arrive in Prague and find accommodation. The city has centuries of architecture preserved throughout, particularly in Old Town where the main square has been a marketplace for over 1000 years. UNESCO recognition speaks to the medieval character of the streets and buildings. Spend time just getting oriented and walking around to absorb the layout.
Landmarks/POIs Old Town Square - Day 5
Prague
Start early or go late to Charles Bridge to avoid the heaviest crowds during peak hours. The bridge itself is lined with statues and street performers, so the experience changes based on when you cross. From there, wander to the John Lennon Wall, which is covered in Beatles-themed graffiti and messages. Check your app for other sightseeing options and discounted tours available for the day.
Optional Activities
- Walk along Charles Bridge
- Visit John Lennon Wall
- Discounted sightseeing tours available through app
Landmarks/POIs Charles Bridge John Lennon Wall - Day 6
Budapest
You'll arrive in Budapest and check into your accommodation. The city's known for its thermal baths, and the architecture reflects strong Art Nouveau influence from the late 1800s. Walking through residential areas shows off this style nicely. For food, try goulash at one of the many local restaurants and cafes spread throughout the city.
- Day 7
Budapest
Visit Széchenyi Thermal Bath in the morning or early afternoon, using the app for discounted entry. Later, walk along the Danube bank to see the Shoes on the Danube Bank, a memorial to Jews killed during WWII. After sunset or later in the evening, head to Szimpla Kert, a ruin bar in the Jewish Quarter where Budapest's modern nightlife scene really got started.
Optional Activities
- Visit Széchenyi Thermal Bath (discounted ticket available through app)
- Walk along Danube Bank
- Visit Shoes on the Danube Bank Memorial
- Evening at Szimpla Kert Ruin Bar
Landmarks/POIs Széchenyi Thermal Bath Shoes on the Danube Bank Memorial Szimpla Kert Ruin Bar - Day 8
End of Tour
Your interrailing journey ends here. You'll depart Budapest and head home, wrapping up your time traveling through Central Europe.
