Five European City Break Ideas for Summer

Little things make a big difference when you travel to a foreign country. Yes, you have to make time to see the big attractions that people rave about – of course you do. But it’s really important just to soak up the atmosphere, have a coffee in a quirky local cafe, sit in a park or even take a bus ride. Listed below are some perfect European cities in which to people-watch, promenade through and play around in this Summer.

Paris

The style capital of the world, not just Europe, this city of romance and art is one of the most popular destinations in the world. While the crowds gather at the Eiffel Tower and the Louvre, make your way to Montmarte and wander around the narrow streets and lanes that once inspired the Parisian Avante-Garde.

Rome

Rome, the capital of the ancient world and a city where every second person you meet is simply breathtaking to look at. Once you’ve seen the famous Sistine Chapel Ceiling and waited in line to bumble around the Colosseum, sit yourself down in the first square you can find and take a long look through your sunglasses at the fashion trends on show in this gorgeous city.

Edinburgh

This picture-postcard capital is full of historic monuments and ancient buildings like Edinburgh Castle. Once you’ve had your ticket stamped and taken a few photos, slink off to the Grassmarket and visit Armstrongs Vintage Clothing Emporium. This landmark business began trading in 1840 and is full of stylish bargains.

Dubrovnik

Beautiful and historic at the same time, this coastal Croatian city will charm you with its easy flare, trendy restaurants and vibrant inhabitants. Flights to Croatia are inexpensive so it’s a great place to book a student holiday or a low-cost summer break. if you plan on travelling to the city, forget the showpiece churches and go for a hike along the coastal walking paths, you never know who
you might meet along the way.

London

What can I say about London? It’s big, it’s bold and it’s incredibly classy. Yes, you could go to Madame Tussauds on your visit and ride the London Eye till your head starts to spin. But why not take a tube to the East End and admire all the different outfits on show or visit one of the city’s famous street markets and look for some hidden treasure.

OK, so you could stop at the first Mcdonald’s you see on your way to the first attraction that your guidebook recommends and that would be fine. But maybe you won’t come back to a city for a few years – maybe you’ll never go back – so it’s important to get see the real character of a place by gently lifting up its underside. Anyway, enough philosophising. Wherever you choose to go this summer, have a great time!

Have you got any trips planned for this Summer?