Europe Packing List

Everything you need for a two-week European vacation — documents, clothing, tech, and the small things everyone forgets.

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  • PassportCheck it's valid for at least 6 months after your return date
  • Travel insurance documents
  • Flight and hotel confirmationsSave offline copies on your phone
  • Credit and debit cardsTell your bank you're traveling
  • Some euros in cashFor small cafés, markets, and tips
  • Universal travel adapterEurope uses type C/E/F plugs (UK uses type G)
  • Phone charger and cable
  • Portable power bank
  • Headphones
  • Daypack or crossbody bag
  • Comfortable walking shoesBroken in before the trip — cobblestones are unforgiving
  • One dressier outfitFor nicer restaurants
  • Light rain jacket or travel umbrella
  • Layers: t-shirts, sweater, light jacket
  • Jeans or comfortable pants
  • Socks and underwear for 7 daysPlan to do laundry once on a two-week trip
  • Sleepwear
  • SwimsuitHotel pools, beaches, and thermal baths
  • Sunglasses
  • Toiletries in travel sizesUnder 100 ml each for carry-on
  • Prescription medicationIn original packaging, plus a copy of the prescription
  • Pain relievers and motion sickness tablets
  • Sunscreen
  • Hand sanitizer and tissues
  • Reusable water bottleMany European cities have free public fountains
  • Laundry bag for dirty clothes
  • Packing cubes
  • Luggage tags with contact info
  • Copy of passport stored separatelyPhoto on your phone plus a paper copy in a different bag

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