26 of the best city breaks in Europe for 2025

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1. Cordoba, Spain

A Roman city that became a centre of Islam in the Middle Ages, Cordoba is a fascinating meeting point of cultures. See this in the majestic architecture strewn around its cobbled streets, with a particular highlight being the Mezquita-Catedral de Cordoba, a Unesco world heritage site that began life as a mosque before becoming a cathedral. Equally interesting is the food scene, which borrows from the Muslim, Jewish and Spanish heritage of the people who now call this city home. Base yourself at La Ermita Suites, a boutique hotel in the heart of the old town and just a short stroll from Mezquita-Catedral de Cordoba.

Don’t miss Home to a thriving flamenco scene, Cordoba is also the place where you can visit Centro Flamenco Fosforito, a museum charting the history of the dance with free performances

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2. Riga, Latvia

Don’t dismiss Riga as stag-do central — although there is an element of that — because the capital of Latvia has a charming old town with cobbled streets ripe for exploring on foot, especially on a Sunday morning when many visitors are nursing their hangovers. Beyond the photogenic spots there are picnic-friendly parks dotted with sculptures and water features, and handsome streets lined with architecture ranging from extravagant art nouveau to Soviet-style utilitarianism. There are some fascinating museums too, including the Corner House, a former KGB headquarters. The old town can get noisy with clubbers at night so stay at the edge of it for a restful night’s sleep. Wellton Riverside SPA Hotel, with a rooftop terrace offering fantastic views, is a top choice.

Don’t miss The Museum of the Occupation of Latvia offers an insight into life under Soviet rule

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3. Basel, Switzerland

Right on the border of both France and Germany, this Swiss city is the perfect tri-nation pitstop. How many other cities have an airport in one country, museums in another and public transport to seamlessly connect them all? Summer and winter are the best seasons to visit. The Rhine cuts through the city and a favourite summer activity is to stuff your belongings in a Wickelfisch swim bag and use it as a float to gently drift down the river. Its fountains provide a place to cool off if it gets too hot. And in winter, Christmas markets make it a magical wonderland. Hotel Krafft Basel makes the most of its riverfront location with an alfresco terrace restaurant.

Don’t miss Crossing the river on one of the water-powered boats, which use the current to push the vessel from one bank to another

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4. Valletta, Malta

Small in size but big in stature, Malta’s elegant, golden-hued capital Valletta is one of the most compact city break destinations in Europe. Founded in 1566 on a peninsula between two natural harbours, the entire place is Unesco-listed, with gilded cathedrals, fanciful pleasure gardens and grand mansion houses hugged by bastion walls. Enter through the latest incarnation of the City Gate, designed by Renzo Piano, saunter along the breezy cobbled streets and finish with a boat tour of the Grand Harbour. Check into Iniala Harbour House for a luxurious stay — it’s home to Simon Rogan’s Michelin-starred Malta restaurant.

Don’t miss The Saluting Battery and firing of a cannon that takes place daily at midday and 4pm

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5. Athens, Greece

Ancient history plays out daily in this rich theatre of ruins. Originally centred around 5th-century BC hilltop citadel the Acropolis, the Greek capital has since sprawled into an urban mass with gritty appeal. Spend a morning weaving through the Parthenon’s crumbling columns and an afternoon admiring politically charged street art in this diverse destination. Escape the heat on day trips to beaches along the Attica coast. Have your camera ready at Neoma — this property is designed with the Instagram generation in mind and has views of the Acropolis from the rooftop.

Don’t miss Exploring the marble stands of the Panathenaic Stadium. Built around AD143, centuries later it was excavated and hosted the first modern Olympics in 1896

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6. Budapest, Hungary

A grande dame of Europe with designs on being the most attractive city in the world, Hungary’s capital seduces visitors with its golden-age glamour. From sensational art nouveau façades to stately baroque architecture, the streets are filled with photogenic backdrops, many reflected in the Danube, which separates hilly, historic Buda and vivacious Pest. You’ll find an abundance of hot springs all over Budapest, where thermal baths have been popular since Roman times. Relax beneath elegant marble archways at 16th-century Rudas, or party with the masses at Szechenyi. The Budapest Marriott Hotel is right on the Danube so book a river-view room to make the most of it.

Don’t miss The views from 13th-century Unesco-listed Buda Castle’s courtyards, which are free to enter and open all night

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7. Galway, Ireland

Come for excellent live music, dynamic theatre and a refreshing arts scene. Perched on the west coast in Connemara, straddling the River Corrib and part of the scenic Wild Atlantic Way, Galway is a beautiful city. On cold days, visit historic pubs with cosy snugs; in milder weather, cycle along the promenade to Salthill, on a rocky coastline dotted with lighthouses. Although not an obvious choice for a break in Europe, it’s a refreshing find. Fly into Shannon or Ireland West. With almost 200 years under its belt, the Hardiman is a historic city centre hotel with a modern touch.

Don’t miss Enjoying the craic at pubs such as Tigh Neachtain on Cross Street, famous for its beers, whiskeys and talented musicians

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8. Tbilisi, Georgia

A complex past has left its mark on Georgia’s intriguing capital, where cobbled streets were once ruled by Prussian and Russian forces. Art nouveau buildings share the skyline with modernist Soviet structures and 6th-century Orthodox church towers, and a bohemian spirit breezes through hidden bars, restaurants and vintage-style cafés. Disused factories have been converted into boutique hotels, and the natural sulphur bathhouses (widely believed to have given the city its name, which roughly translates as “a warm place”) are still in use. Castle in Old Town is a fantastically atmospheric property with an infinity pool that overlooks the city.

Don’t miss The wines, made here for more than 8,000 years. They’re cheap too; pay about £6 for a bottle of table wine

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9. Split, Croatia

Hugged by mountains and kissed by the sea, this up-and-coming port has blossomed into one of Croatia’s top cities to explore. Dating back 1,700 years, the old town of Split has the most must-see sights, including the Unesco-listed Diocletian’s Palace — thought to be some of the best Roman ruins in existence. The sprawling 3rd-century complex now houses many bars and restaurants, and you’ll find plenty more affordable pitstops along the Riva promenade. Visit a 7th-century cathedral still in use and climb a 57m (187ft) bell tower for sweeping views of the peninsula. Be sure to check into a sea-view room at Hotel Ambasador Split — it offers some of the best views of the city.

Don’t miss Dipping your toes in the sand at Bacvice beach, a ten-minute walk from the old town

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10. Dubrovnik, Croatia

Lapped by shimmering Adriatic waves, Croatia’s prettiest city is a Unesco-listed gem. The old town is an open-air museum surrounded by ancient walls; explore its cobbled streets, admire gothic and baroque architecture, and seek out backdrops featured in Game of Thrones. Boutique hotels built into the cliffs command breathtaking views, and sandy beaches such as Banje are just a short distance away. Options for day trips from Dubrovnik are plentiful: hop over to lush, forest-covered Lokrum or car-free Kolocep. At the end of a peninsula, Hotel Dubrovnik Palace cocoons its guests with a resort vibe but is just a short bus ride into the old town.

Don’t miss Climbing Fort Lovrijenac for views of the city walls and bay

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11. Madrid, Spain

The life and soul of Spain’s finest fiestas, this high-spirited European city gets under your skin. Cultural highlights in Madrid come in the form of fine-art galleries such as the Prado and historic squares such as Plaza Mayor, although it’s easy to get sidetracked drifting between charming tapas bars that range from the delightfully boisterous to the reassuringly serene. The Mercado de San Miguel showcases a whirlwind culinary tour of the country, while higgledy-piggledy Sobrino de Botin, founded in 1725, claims it’s the oldest restaurant in the world. Just steps from Retiro park, Hotel Palacio Del Retiro is a five-star property that’s full of character.

Don’t miss Picasso’s Guernica, on display at the Reina Sofia museum

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12. Barcelona, Spain

If this Spanish city were a Tinder profile, you’d certainly swipe right: striking looks and a fun-filled personality are at its core. The architectural maverick Gaudí dominates the cityscape with his surreal designs — relax in the fairytale Parc Guell and marvel at the fantastical Sagrada Familia cathedral — although you’ll find more traditional buildings in the enchanting Gothic Quarter. A number of Michelin-starred restaurants and plenty of fine tapas bars make dining out in Barcelona a dream. Barceló Raval is well located for sightseeing and has a rooftop bar with views.

Don’t miss The Joan Miró Foundation, a beautiful hilltop museum exhibiting some of the artist’s finest work

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13. Paris, France

Whether you’re strolling along the Seine or sipping chocolat chaud from a Saint-Germain café, France’s devastatingly sexy capital is still the most romantic city in the world. Breeze through bohemian Montmartre, where artists set their easels on cobbled streets, or spend a day gazing at masterpieces in the gargantuan Louvre. From vintage stores on the Left Bank to designer boutiques along the Champs-Élysées, shopping in Paris is world class. Admire the swirling motifs of art nouveau façades and slip into a world where everything feels effortlessly chic. Splash out on a stay at the centrally located Hôtel San Régis for easy access to the luxury boutiques of the golden triangle (avenues Montaigne, Champs-Élysées and George V) and views of the Eiffel Tower from its terrace junior suites.

Don’t miss Royal chapel Sainte-Chapelle for a fix of gothic glory

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14. Reykjavik, Iceland

Framed by snow-glazed mountains and lurid green lava fields, Iceland’s capital is an excellent base for day trips and a standalone city break destination. Whale-watching tours depart from the harbour and northern lights safaris operate in the winter season. But it’s the quirky bars, pubs and restaurants of Reykjavik that give a flavour of this tiny population’s offbeat way of life. The glass-domed Perlan museum provides an overview of Iceland’s geology and wildlife; walk 15 minutes from here to find the Nautholsvik Geothermal beach. Located next to Harpa Concert Hall, the Reykjavik EDITION is one of the most luxurious stays in the city.

Don’t miss Steaming in hot springs — stop at the Blue Lagoon en route from Keflavik airport

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15. Lisbon, Portugal

Once a jumping-off point for 15th-century explorers, this underrated European city is now the big discovery. An explosion of fashionable bars and restaurants in Lisbon has invigorated downtown neighbourhoods Bairro Alto and Principe Real, transforming the streets into an open-air party, but there’s still something seductive about the city’s dusty, clandestine art nouveau venues. While medieval Sao Jorge Castle presides over the azulejo-tiled Portuguese capital from one of its seven hills, you’ll find Unesco-listed treasures further out in Belem. Stay at the Ivens, a beautifully decorated hotel in the lively downtown neighbourhood of Chiado.

Don’t miss Trundling across town on the old-fashioned 28 tram and exploring the cobbled streets of Alfama, the city’s oldest neighbourhood

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16. Florence, Italy

The birthplace of the Renaissance still bears artistic fruits. While works by Botticelli, Michelangelo and Leonardo da Vinci are on display in world-class galleries and museums in Florence, dynamic, modern art collectives operate in various pockets around the River Arno. Climb one of the Tuscan city’s surrounding hills for views of Brunelleschi’s knockout terracotta-tiled Duomo — or worship it from a rooftop bar at one of several boutique hotels. Soak up the sights and smells of open-air food market Sant’Ambrogio, then venture into the countryside on day trips to sample produce at its source. Owned by the Ferragamo family (of Salvatore Ferragamo), Hotel Lungarno is a pinnacle of Italian design.

Don’t miss Getting lost in the epic collection of masterpieces on display at the Uffizi Gallery

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17. Venice, Italy

Byzantine gold mosaics, baroque architecture and opulent palaces vie for attention in Venice, and every church interior, ornate doorway and elaborate façade is a work of art. Connected by more than 400 bridges, the entirety of this beautiful city is Unesco-listed. Stumble down narrow passageways to find hidden bars and restaurants, or salute triumphant palazzos on a cruise along the Grand Canal. Away from the hubbub, JW Marriott Venice Resort & Spa is on its own private island, with shuttles into Venice proper when you want to sightsee.

Don’t miss Island-hopping on vaporettos between lace-producing Burano, glass-blowing Murano and the beach-laden Lido in the Venetian Lagoon

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18. Porto, Portugal

Porto serves up great food, sights and sass. It’s home to vintage port houses, such as Taylor’s, which has manicured rose gardens, a terrace restaurant with a view and peacocks strutting in the grounds, as well as its much-loved ten-year-old tawny. This ravishing city is all about the views, but it’s a schlep to catch every angle because of the river crossings involved. So see it all from the river, with the city’s tumbling tropical gardens, tiled monasteries and space-age bridges revealing themselves on an easy-breezy hour’s sail on a traditional rabelo boat. Stay at the Pestana Vintage Porto, a riverfront property with a rooftop pool plus a restaurant terrace that’s great for people watching.

Don’t miss Working up an appetite while feeding your Insta-fans at the Victor Hugo food market, where the stalls are stacked with gourmet displays of langoustines, oysters, meats and cheeses, as well as cakes, flowers and wine

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19. Prague, Czech Republic

History sings from the cobblestoned streets of Prague, but amid the spires and domes you’ll find a modern, cosmopolitan city, with industrial areas transformed into arty hubs and a hip avant-garde restaurant scene. Step inside St Vitus Cathedral to admire its stained glass, then take a tour of the quirky Lobkowicz Palace with its dazzling balcony views. Housed in a grand art nouveau building, W Prague dazzles with its elegant interiors.

Don’t miss Prague Castle. For the maximum wow factor, admire a singing fountain inside Queen Anne’s Summer Palace

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20. Brussels, Belgium

Brussels is easily the most underrated city break in Europe, full of delightfully absurd architecture, bars overflowing with interesting beers and the world’s best chocolate. The writer Jean Cocteau called Brussels’ main square the “finest theatre in the world” and, although it’s full of camera-toting tourists, its gold-leafed gables and gothic spires make this one of Europe’s most gobsmacking public spaces. Duck down the Rue de l’Etuve for Brussels’ other laid-back landmark, the Manneken Pis statue of a chubby little boy having an unabashed wee. Minutes from the Trone metro station, Stanhope Hotel Brussels has a courtyard that lends itself to alfresco dining on those warm, sunny days.

Don’t miss Watching the winding streets of the medieval city centre unfurl below you from the top-floor café of the Musical Instruments Museum, a bizarre, art nouveau building covered in jet-black wrought iron

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21. Amsterdam, Netherlands

Amsterdam wears its history lightly, with pretty canal streets dusted with sublime art and architecture, and cosy pubs making it a great city for walking. There are some obvious standouts: the graceful Herengracht has lavish buildings, particularly along the stretch between Leidsestraat and Vijzelstraat, while Prinsengracht has some of the cutest gables overlooking it (don’t be afraid to look inside either — window-dressing is a statement here). Sandwiched between two canals, Sofitel Legend The Grand Amsterdam is right in the heart of the city’s historic centre.

Don’t miss From Vermeer to Van Gogh, the Rijksmuseum has a collection spanning 800 years of Dutch art. Rembrandt’s brooding The Night Watch is its most famous piece, but don’t miss Van Dyck’s high-society portraits or Vermeer’s tender The Milkmaid (who could be the sister of his Girl with a Pearl Earring).

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22. Vienna, Austria

Can any centre rival Austria’s capital for architectural grandeur? Doubtful: with its majestic castles, imperial palaces and baroque streets, Vienna is endlessly elegant. The City of Music also packs a cultural punch. Waltzing probably began here, while the Vienna Philharmonic and Vienna State Opera both stage world-class performances. With neighbourhoods arranged in rings, explore outwards from the fairytale St Stephen’s Cathedral: first the cobbled old town, then the restaurant and beach bar-lined old Jewish quarter, Leopoldstadt. Just a short stroll from the Vienna State Opera, the Amauris Vienna is a decadently decorated property offering classic luxury right in the heart of the city.

Don’t miss Tasting some chocolatey sachertorte in one of Vienna’s magnificent, marble-lined coffee houses

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23. Berlin, Germany

An exceptional creative scene is the chief draw here. From hedonistic, 24-hour nightclubs with brain-bending installations to continent-leading street art, Berlin has heaps to inspect — and often in the least likely locations. Great graffiti even lines most surviving Berlin Wall remnants. Other engrossing sights evidencing the city’s traumatic past include Hitler’s bunker, Checkpoint Charlie and the Norman Foster-designed Reichstag dome. Power your sightseeing with currywurst, and try also to incorporate some greenery: a 43-hectare botanical garden accompanies hundreds of parks here. Installed in what was at one time Dresden Bank, Hotel de Rome is now home to an impressive 20m lap pool (the former jewellery vaults) and a rooftop bar with skyline views.

Don’t miss Walking — or sailing up the Spree — through hip Kreuzberg, the district most emblematic of Berlin’s rebirth

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24. Copenhagen, Denmark

In this easygoing design hub, furniture (Hay), ceramics (Stilleben) and fashion (MSCH) brands’ sharp stores prove as enticing as chocolate-box waterfront houses. On two islands, Copenhagen also does food famously well. Chefs who graduated from Rene Redzepi’s pioneering restaurant Noma now offer Nordic fine-dining, tacos or seafood close to bright, svelte coffee dens. More classic sights include The Little Mermaid and Tivoli’s retro, family-friendly amusement park. With winters so long here, summer is a joyous, buoyant time to visit. With just 38 rooms, Nimb Hotel is a delightfully unique property right on the doorstep of Tivoli Garden.

Don’t miss In leafy Assistens Cemetery, sunbathing couples and red squirrels neighbour the graves of Hans Christian Andersen and Soren Kierkegaard

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25. Novi Sad, Serbia

The annual extravaganza that is the Exit Festival brings thousands of music lovers to Novi Sad, but there are plenty of other reasons to visit. For history geeks, the Petrovaradin Fortress — location of the aforementioned festival — is an obvious place to start. Built during the 17th century to defend the city against the invading Turks, the fortress actually sits on a site that’s been occupied since the neolithic period. Meanwhile, the city’s proximity to Fruska Gora National Park means there are some fabulous trails to explore for keen hikers. And then there’s the architecture; the region’s tumultuous history means Novi Sad has been part of five different countries in the last 100 years, meaning the city is a jumble of everything from baroque to brutalism. Hotel Leopold I is a simple but comfortable hotel located within the Petrovaradin Fortress.

Don’t miss If you’re visiting in the summer, make time for the Strand, a small beach on the Danube

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26. Bucharest, Romania

Bucharest has a little bit of something for everyone. Interested in political history? The colossal and still unfinished Palace of Parliament is a 330,000 sq m legacy of the country’s last communist leader, Nicolae Ceausescu. After a weekend of partying? The cobbled streets of the old town are packed with bars and restaurants that compete on the quality (loudness) of their sound system. Looking for a foodie break? You’ll find everything from fine-dining restaurants serving up modern takes on traditional Romanian flavours to casual beer halls offering classics such as sarmale (stuffed cabbage). In a quiet neighbourhood within walking distance of the old town, Epoque Hotel is an opulent Relais & Chateaux property.

Don’t miss About an hour’s drive from the city centre is Therme Bucharest, Europe’s largest wellness centre

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