Munich, Prague Vienna trip plan?

You can definitely cover those three cities in two weeks with sufficient day trips/stops in small towns. You may want to consider adding Budapest. It is a lot of fun (especially the hot springs) and has a nice (and relatively cheap) opera house.

I've not been to Munich, but I would recommend two or three full days for both Prague and Vienna. Even with travel, this should leave you some time to visit smaller towns in between. I have heard that you might find it hard to find a rental car company that will allow you to take their vehicle into the Czech Republic.

I had 6 full days in Vienna last sumnmer and it wasn't enough. There is so much to do there. I haven't been to either Prague or Budapest yet, but a lot of people have told me if I can only do one, do Budapest first (the reasoning was mostly related to Prague supposedly being completely overrun by tourists in the summer.) I don't personally know this - just passing on what I was told. So my next trip later this year is Vienna/Budapest/Munich. The travel distances between these three cities is shorter too if that means anything. I only have 16 days but you have a little longer. Whatever you decide, you'll have a wonderful time.

I agree with Elaine that Vienna warrants at least a wk. It is fabulous!!!

I am in Prague right now and it so crowded that I cannot believe it, cannot imagine what summer is like here. It is an amazing city so don't miss it. Off to Vienna a day early tomorrow, as 5 days is plenty here. Happy Travels!

Just to be a dittohead... I really liked Vienna. Didn't know much about it before I got there so it was a pleasant surprise. Prague is a must-see for everyone, but I wouldn't linger there too long. Munich didn't really click with me. Maybe try 4-5 days in Vienna and 3 each for Prague and Munich. 1-2 days in a small town of your choice. Personally, I'd still take the train because you're talking 3 major cities. You could drive, but remember it takes time to get from place to place, especially if you're not sure where you're going. While driving, you'll also be tempted to make more stops, which can be fun, but your plate is already pretty full.

I loved Vienna so much, I'm now looking for a Viennese husband so I can get the Austrian version of a green card. If anyone knows of any such available men ....send them my way. LOL.....really..wonder if there is a Euro or Austrian version of eHarmony?

Actually Munich, Prague and Vienna are too similar and I wouldn't put all three in one trip. Apart from the few main sights if you're in a side street you can't differentiate between them - well, in Prague the signs would be in Czech but that's really it. You can drive them easily. Driving in all three countries is like driving in the US - you need to buy freeway toll stickers for CZ and AT... More diversity would be: Berlin, Dresden, Prague and/or Vienna...

I've just realized that Prague is turning into the New Venice - an Absolute Must-See, but mostly for the very early and very late hours of the day. It's a bit sad, but until someone asks ME to make the rules...it is what it is. I'll definitely vouch for Prague as a great place for (in my case) inexpensive concerts by accomplished artists. I attended concerts in churches, including an organ concert - WOW! It's the same thing as seeing artworks in situ - art appreciated where it was designed for. A car may be problematic for reasons already mentioned. All 3 places offer opportunities to get away from the hustle-and-bustle of the city by public transport. You'll just have to research all of that out. Is this your first trip to Europe?