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8 Day Europe Itinerary: Paris, Bruges, Amsterdam & Dublin Travel Guide
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items This 8-day Europe itinerary covers Paris 🇫🇷Bruges 🇧🇪, Amsterdam 🇳🇱, and Dublin 🇮🇪with a perfect mix of iconic sights, unexpected gems, and unique experiences (with my personal pics ❤️) In Paris, I balanced world-famous landmarks like the Eiff...
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Day 1: Paris, France 🇫🇷
Day 2: Paris, France 🇫🇷
Day 3: Paris, France 🇫🇷
Day 4: Bruges, Belgium 🇧🇪
Day 4: Amsterdam, Netherlands 🇳🇱
Day 6: Dublin, Ireland 🇮🇪
Day 1: Paris, France 🇫🇷
Day 1 is all about major highlights and getting accustomed to the city. This was my exact itinerary. Any questions please feel free to reach out to me :)
Where I checked in the night before. This is such a nice location especially if you are in a smaller group. One of the best priced in the area so make sure to snag this up fast. There were so many bakeries and restaurants close by. An added bonus is ...
HOTEL FRANCE ALBION
Paris is full of tourist traps, but this is one experience that truly lives up to the hype. Start with breakfast here, then take an easy eight-minute walk straight to the Louvre for an unforgettable morning
Angelina Paris
It was a bucket list to see the Mona Lisa. There is going to be a crazy crowd so beware 😵💫 but there were so many other rooms that blew my mind. I spent 2 hours here easily. It felt like a mall so prepared to get lose but surrender to the experien...
Louvre
I visited this my first go around in Paris and it’s even more stunning in person. Lines are very long if you don't purchase them early - I know because this happened to me. An hour wait was crazy 🤪 learn from my mistakes please!
Paris: Sainte-Chapelle
I personally just walked by to view its beauty but didn't want to spend the time and $20 to get in tbh. Don’t regret it but highly recommending strolling by! This is a 8 minute walk from Saint Chapelle
Notre-Dame Cathedral of Paris
Lunch break time! The owner and the staff were so friendly. It was a nice break from the busy city and the pizza was really saucy if you are into that. Expect to good for good food and an entertaining staff.
RESPIRO | Site officiel, avis et réservation en ligne
I've been to the Pantheon in Rome and this one was a better surprise. Also note the bathrooms are basically in the dungeon (featuring the stairs to get there in the pic above) which is kind of interesting and a bit spooky. They also keep the amount o...
Panthéon
By far one of the most beautiful and well kept gardens I've seen! There are a ton of open chairs that you can rest on after a long day of walking. Favorite part is there are little sailboats on the small pond in the center that are fun to watch compe...
Jardin du Luxembourg
Visiting the Eiffel at night is also a necessary part of your experience. From 8-11pm it sparkles for 5 minutes right on the hour.
Eiffel Tower
Influencers will tell you to go here but I promise you the hype and the reviews are valid. (2nd time coming here btw) From our party of 3 we ordered a pizza, 2 truffle pastas, 2 mocktails, and 3 desserts. Grab the pistachio ice cream if you make it o...
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Day 2: Paris, France 🇫🇷
It's a day to decompress, stroll, shop, and visit beautiful landmarks along the way. I found this day to be the more chill and my personal favorite.
Listen, you are going to have amazing hot chocolate here but personally not my favorite breakfast and that's ok! It's one of the oldest cafes in the city but it's nice to grab a latte and a crosissant and move on with you day :)
CARETTE, Paris - 4 Place Du Trocadéro, Le Marais - Restaurant Reviews & ...
An iconic must do. I did not visit this my first time and regretted it. It can be a little confusing to find the entrance. Also be mindful the step count to make it to the top is more than 200 steps so take a couple of stair stepper workouts before y...
Arc de triomphe
It's a nice walk from the Arc de triomphe BUT just know there are tons of amazing shops, cafes, and stores only based in Paris that you will be walking by. I detoured for an extra hour or two lol.
Pont Alexandre III
They don't take reservations so I recommend coming in at 11:45pm and you are sure to have a seat. There’s going to be a long line but don’t be alarmed. I even found locals wanted to come for a visit.
Le relais de l'entrecote
Just get lost. This is where all your shopping will be done. Not souvenir heavy but clothes, treats, and shoes stores. I bought a perfume and it’s been so nice coming back home to remover my trip overall.
Avenue des Champs-Élysées -
The perfect evening walk is taking a stroll after your dinner to the top of this building. The wall of love is also adjacent. Prepare to get another stair stepper workout. P.S there is a gare you can take up to if the stairs aren’t an option.
Basilique du Sacré-Cœur de Montmartre
Fun souvenir shopping! You will actually find unique finds here. I was snagged some Belgium chocolate.
A Walk Through Montmartre
Day 3: Paris, France 🇫🇷
It's a gorgeous day to see the 2 most beautiful things in France. The Palace of Versailles and the Eiffel Tower. Definelty wear your best outfit for photos this day.
This was my “uber” in terms of getting to and from places. Great drivers and nice cars. This is the app I took for an hour trip to Versailles from the hotel.
Ride with Bolt
This was the absolute perfect brunch before heading to the palace. Amazing service, english menus, and the avocado salmon toast was a 10/10. Also they have a ton of bakery goods so everyone in your group will be happy. They brought our drinks a littl...
Long Story
This place is insane. I actually preferred this over the Louvre because each room had a specific story to tell. I didn't account for the garden which I majority regretted. To be fair it was heavy raining but still an absolutely stunning tour. You sho...
Palace of Versailles
Such a lovely way to end Paris. This boat ride had a 3 course experience and the food was yummy. You will get the iconic view of the Eiffel Tour in such a unique vantage point down below in the Seine. We celebrated my friend's birthday here and they ...
Paris Seine River Dinner Cruise with Live Music by Bateaux Mouches
Day 4: Bruges, Belgium 🇧🇪
Traveled from Paris to Bruges and it's broke up how interesting the trip was. The small town was so necessary after a couple of busy days in Paris. Personally if time permits you should spend a cozy 2 days here but because I wanted to make good use o...
Take an early morning train ride from Paris to Bruges. Brussels will be a halfway stop but it was so nice to see a change of pace.
Train from Paris to Brussels, Brussels to Bruges
An 11min bus ride from the train session. It was so close to everything, a very friendly staff, and I am pleasantly surprise how nice it was considering the affordability. It was central to the city square and our whole cruel wished we stayed for a d...
Martin's Brugge - Bruges - Tripadvisor
A picture perfect story book city center. It felt magical. Lots of chocolate, waffles, and duck shop. There is a Salvador Dali museum for 10 Euros that was worth stopping by if time is available to you.
Markt (Market Square) - Brugge
I wanted to take this tour but unfortunately It was a rainy day. Please take this for me, would love to know your thoughts. 🫶
Bruges by boat
So cute! Bought some sweet treats here for the ride to Amsterdam the next day.
Chocolates & Happiness
An iconic waffle shop. They had great toppings like ice cream (my personal favorite), caramel, chocolate, bannanas, etc. It's a bit on the pricey side but it's a true Belgium waffle.
Lizzie's Wafels
A cute little picture moment for your memories.
Boniface Bridge
Great for IG pics 🫶😭
Minnewater Park
Highly recommend the truffle fries and oysters. You can’t have a bad meal here. They also gave my friend a little birthday surprise which was so sweet.
Bistrobar Boreas
The best staff, so welcoming and helpful. Honestly this brunch was a top meal for me in Europe. Grab something savory and sweet. It was pretty affordable for such a high quality food spot. Also did I mention I’m obsessed with breakfast food 🥞
That's Toast
End your dinner with a sweet treat but be mindful of when they close.
Gelateria Da Vinci
Day 4: Amsterdam, Netherlands 🇳🇱
Great brunch spot if you have time in the morning before heading to Amsterdam (or your next destination)We planned to eat here but thought to head to the train station instead since we had an early departure time. They usually open around 9am.
SWEET L,OEUFF BRUGGE, Bruges -
Luckily this is only a 10-15 bus ride from the Bruges city center.
Brugge Train Station
This spot felt perfect to me! We were literally right in front of the famous metro line 2 and while a little farther away from everything transporation was easier here than honestly any other European city I've traveled to. It was so safe, very clean...
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Lines fluctuate here but this meal was so refreshing after a long couple travel days. I recommend the Bulgogi egg sandwich and strawberry match. I felt alive after this meal. 10/10
Chun Café Spuistraat
I have to admit I'm not the biggest sweets person but this was worth it. I shared with my friend and regretted not getting my own plate of mini pancakes.
Pat's Poffertjes Oude Leliestraat
A great street for canal viewing and light shopping
Negen Straatjes (Nine Streets)
I hate how much I love carbs but this satisfied all my cravings. My order: truffle mayo fries. The line looks crazy long but when I tell you they are as efficient as it gets - don't feel intimated by the line.
Fabel Friet
Please refer to pictures to understand how yummy this place looks
Hans Egstorf
Highlight of my trip! I love Van Gogh and seeing his paintings close up was inspiring. Going though all 5 stories of the budiling to learn about Van Gogh - his struggles, his journey, and eventually his death had me in awe. I was so mind blown consid...
Van Gogh Museum
So great to end the evening. A little relaxing to allow your feet to rest from a busy day. Lots of history lessons on this tour! I found out that there 165 canals in Amsterdam with leaning buildings due to the water system below them.
Amsterdam Classic Saloon Boat Cruise with Drinks and Cheese
Great Dutch spot! It's a busy spot but it's worth trying Dutch food once in your life.
The Pantry
Day 6: Dublin, Ireland 🇮🇪
So this was my very first hostel experience (well kind of) but I loved this place. This was so central to everything we came back pretty early every day to rest and sleep early. I had my own room and personally the beds were so comfortable to me! Th...
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Clink i Lár – Hostel in the very heart of Dublin
Great bakery spot just a 2 minute walk away from the hotel. Try their traditional Irish breakfast and their lattes.
Panem Café & Restaurant
The book of Khels Digital experience was so underrated. Please head to the red building and check it out. I’m such a history nerd and even walking around felt so mysterious to me.
Trinity College Dublin
Plenty of shopping and grab a sweet treat - you earned it
Grafton Street Dublin
The iconic Temple bar is one of the oldest pubs in Dublin. I’m not huge into drinking but it’s so cool to stop inside for maybe a pint. There’s a great gift shop next door if you want a souvenir to start your Dublin trip. Also on weekends there are l...
Temple Bar
Close to temple bar
Menus - Lundy Foots
This was the perfect grocery store close to our hotel that we grabbed food and snacks for our adventures the next day
SPAR
Day 7: Cliffs of Moher, Ireland 🇮🇪
Literally the best tour guy experience ever. It was a ton of driving honestly but you get to see the most iconic cliff (as seen on Harry Potter) and had surprisingly amazing sushi in Galway. It was an eventful day but the best part of Ireland is sigh...
Cliffs Of Moher, Atlantic Edge Ocean Walk & Galway City Day Tour From Dublin
Such a young vibe! I had the karage chicken and it just hit! Check out my pics for reference. If you need something warm come here! It was another rainy day (surprise lol) and this dish hit.
LUCKY TORTOISE TEMPLE BAR
Another opportunity to grab snacks for the road
SPAR
Day 8: Ireland 🇮🇪
The best item in the menu is a crepe! It was right around the corner from the hostel / hotel.
Lemon Jelly Cafe
Pickup spot for our tour for the day
75 Years of DIT Cathal Brugha Street – Brief History with Pictures
Love it! There was a bit of a 15 minute hiking situation but other than that there was this amazing garden / grocery store, and all these viewing spots like it was a great time and a lot more movement around the country than the cliffs of moher
The Original Wild Wicklow Day Tour
My Vietnamese friend found this place and it was perfect. They had dishes only traditional restaurants would have. Irish food honestly doesn’t excite me so the pho really excited me and was nourishing to end the trip with ❤️
Pho Kim
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