List of my favorite places to visit over the weekend. All of them have activities to fill more than 2 full days. Enjoy!

London, UK

Venice, Metropolitan City of Venice, Italy

Denmark

Italy

France

Milan, Metropolitan City of Milan, Italy

Brussels, Belgium

Austria

Poland

Riga, Latvia

Netherlands

Czech Republic

Greece

Dublin, Ireland

Sweden

Bologna, Metropolitan City of Bologna, Italy

Latvia

Belgium

Estonia

Spain

Valencia, Spain

Ireland

Slovakia

Porto, Portugal

La Rochelle, France

Wrocław, Poland

Switzerland

Amsterdam, Netherlands

Vienna, Austria

Lyon, France

Rome, Italy

Dubrovnik, Croatia

Manchester, UK

Germany

Antwerp, Belgium

Paris, France

Verona, VR, Italy

Portugal

Lisbon, Portugal

Tallinn, Estonia

50 ideas for weekend city trips in Europe

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Malta

Best Places to Start your Solo Travel Journey 

Europe's rich tapestry of cultures, histories, and landscapes invites exploration at every turn. For those seeking affordable adventures, I've curated a list of 30 budget-friendly weekend city trips that promise unforgettable experiences without breaking the bank.
From the cobbled streets of Prague to the sunny shores of Valencia, these cities offer a mix of history, culture, and culinary delights. So, pack your bags, and let's embark on a journey across the continent!

Prague, Czechia

Kaunas, Kaunas City Municipality, Lithuania

Bilboa, Spain

Berlin, Germany

Tbilisi, Georgia

Palermo, PA, Italy

Copenhagen, Denmark

Sarajevo, Bosnia and Herzegovina

Warsaw, Poland

Oslo, Norway

Lucca, Province of Lucca, Italy

Bergen, Norway

Ljubljana, Slovenia

Gdańsk, Poland

Seville, Spain

Budapest, Hungary

Bruges, Belgium

Cluj-Napoca, Romania

Bratislava, Slovakia

Athens, Greece

Sofia, Bulgaria

Edinburgh, UK

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New York, NY, USA

Where I've Been

Welcome to the board showcasing cities and places from 15 different countries across Europe. This board provides a glimpse into the variety of cities and landmarks of each featured country. 

What You’ll Find:
Cities: Major urban centers and capitals.
Landmarks: Monumental places and lakes.

Featured Countries:
Austria
Serbia
Greece
Netherlands
Italy
Hungary
Germany
Poland
Switzerland
Montenegro
Croatia
Slovakia
Czech
Slovenia
North Macedonia 

How to Use the Board:
Explore: Check out information on each city and place.
Compare: See how different cities and places contrast in terms of size, culture, and significance.
Plan: Use the board as inspiration for your travels or projects.
Dive in and discover the charm of European cities and places! We hope you find our board useful and inspiring.

Europe - 15 countries/cities and places 

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All the amazingly charming Christmas markets in Germany!

Hamburg, Germany

Rothenburg ob der Tauber, Germany

Leipzig, Germany

Hannover, Germany

Frankfurt, Germany

Stuttgart, Germany

Munich, Germany

Dresden, Germany

Nuremberg, Germany

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Venezia, Venise, Italie

Bordeaux, France

Milan, Italie

Lecco, Italie

Abidjan, Côte d'Ivoire

Rome, Ville métropolitaine de Rome Capitale, Italie

Berlin, Allemagne

Caserta, Caserte, Italie

Napoli, Naples, Italie

Como, Côme, Italie

Copenhagen, Danemark

Tivoli, Ville métropolitaine de Rome Capitale, Italie

Assinie, Côte d'Ivoire

Firenze, Florence, Italie

I've been traveling the world full-time for nearly three years, exploring countless exciting activities and tours across the globe while sharing my experiences online. 

Now, I'm bringing all my favorite activities together in one place! In this guide, I'll be sharing top tours and activities (that I've personally have experienced) by continent, starting with Europe.

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Berlin

Berlin's Christmas markets are diverse, but the one at Gendarmenmarkt is particularly famous for its artisan products, classical music, and international food offerings. Another notable market is the one at Charlottenburg Palace for its historical ambiance. 

Explore Berlin, Germany's capital, known for its dynamic history, cutting-edge art, and iconic sites like the Berlin Wall and Brandenburg Gate.

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