Short Breaks — Which Cities To Visit

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29th April 2019

Short Breaks — Which Cities To Visit

If you're thinking of going away take a look at our top European cities to explore and the sites and attractions you should visit while you're there.

Barcelona

Whether you are strolling down Las Ramblas which is Barcelona’s most famous street or climbing up Montjuic hill which gives you the chance to visit the national art gallery or the Olympic stadium Barcelona is a fantastic city. If you are a football fanatic you can also visit the Nou Camp home to Barcelona FC. The tour around the stadium is one of the best in the world. Average High Temperature: 19°C.

Athens

Greeks take Easter quite seriously and though you’ll be able to find church services and street celebrations, many people who live in Athens will be making their way out of the big city to visit home and celebrate with their families. However, this means that a lot of the usual hustle and bustle of Athens will be gone and you can see the birthplace of Western civilization in a much more relaxed way. Must sees: The Ancient Agora, The Acropolis, Monastiraki Flea Market. Average High Temperature: 21°C.

Rome

Rome's beautiful sites need to be experienced at least once in a lifetime. What better time to visit Vatican City (where the Pope lives) than at Easter. When in Rome explore this gorgeous city on foot visiting the Coliseum and taking in the history of the Romans before enjoying a well-deserved drink next to the Trevi fountain. Rome wasn't built in a day, and you'll need at least a couple of days to take in all of it's attractions. Average High Temperature: 20°C.

Berlin

Once divided now united by graffiti everywhere, excellent nightlife and a passion for Currywurst; Berlin has plenty to offer all visitors and a couple of days in Germany’s capital is bound to keep you entertained. Must Sees: Berlin Wall, Brandenburg Gate, Berghain, Kreuzberg area. Average High Temperature 14°C.

Amsterdam

Despite it’s reputation, Amsterdam has plenty to offer all visitors. While the Anne Frank house is a must see and pulls in Visit the museum of probably the most famous Dutch ever, Vincent Van Gogh. If you’re feeling really arty why not also go to the Rijksmuseum which features works by many well known artists including Rembrandt, Vermeer and again, Van Gogh. Average High Temperature 12°C.

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