13-Day Italy Sightseeing Tour of Rome, Lake Como and Sorrento
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European city breaks inspiration
If you’re looking for the best European city breaks, you miss out on the iconic cities of London, Paris and Rome. You could also head south and see Barcelona and Lisbon in one whirlwind trip. Or, journey East and see incredible cities like Berlin, Prague, Budapest, Vienna and Kraków. For something even more offbeat, check out Ljubljana, Bled and Zagreb.
Short on time? To make the most of your long weekend getaways in Europe, head to a major city like London, Rome, Paris, Barcelona or Berlin. These famous urban centres are packed with diverse sights, including attractions, restaurants, shopping and natural landscapes. You’re sure to find something to please everyone in these great European cities.
London is Europe’s most visited city, with almost 20 million visitors each year. Paris comes in second with almost 16 million yearly visitors and Rome takes the third spot with over 9 million annual visitors. Prague, Amsterdam, Barcelona, Milan, Vienna, Venice and Madrid round out the top ten - and they’re some of the best European city breaks destinations out there.
With a diverse range of seasons, the best time to visit Europe is entirely up to you. If you love warm weather, travel in Summer (June to August), but if you prefer mild weather, fewer crowds and blooming landscapes, visit in the shoulder seasons of Spring (March to May) and Autumn (September to November). For snowy scenery and magical Christmas markets, you’ll love travelling Europe in Winter (December to February).