City trips: The Ultimate Guide

We've lined up some popular cities for you for a fantastic city break. Click on the button to read more about a specific city.

1. Barcelona city trip

Barcelona is one of the largest cities in Spain. A city trip to Barcelona means enjoying everything this 2000 year old metropolis has to offer. Several sights in Barcelona are listed on the UNESCO World Heritage List.

2. City trip Berlin

Berlin is the capital of Germany and is one of the 30 most visited cities in the world. The city is known for its special history. During the war the city was heavily destroyed and then slowly rebuilt. Until 1989, the Berlin Wall divided the city into East and West Berlin.

3. City trip Budapest

Budapest is the capital of Hungary and also the largest city of the country. It is also the cultural heart of Central Europe. The name Budapest refers to the two city districts separated by the Danube: Plague and Buda.

4. City trip Dubai

Dubai is a big city with several special sights. It is a place where traditional historic low-rise buildings and ultramodern skyscrapers meet. Dubai is one of the most visited cities in the world. Only Paris, London and Bangkok receive more international tourists every year.

5. City trip Dublin

Dublin is the capital of Ireland and has a turbulent history. The first inhabitants of Ireland were the Vikings. In the past, the country was for a long time in the hands of the English who ruled with a hard hand. After WWI, a civil war broke out that ended in the middle of the 20th century with the independence of most of Ireland, including Dublin.

6. City trip Istanbul

Istanbul is a large coastal town in Turkey and is one of the 10 most visited cities in the world. In the past Istanbul was known as Constantinople and formed the capital of the Ottoman Empire. It is the city of sultans and mosques.

7. City trip Lisbon

Lisbon is the capital of Portugal and also the oldest city in Europe. According to historians, Lisbon was founded as early as 1200 BC by sailors and traders. This has everything to do with its location on the Atlantic coast and the Tagus River.

8. City trip London

London is the capital of Great Britain. According to various sources, London is one of the three most visited cities in the world. A real metropolis with various attractions, such as the London Eye, Buckingham Palace and the Tower Bridge.

9. City trip Marrakech

Marrakech is one of the royal cities of Morocco and lies at the foot of the Atlas Mountains. It is a city with a lot of history and a great old centre. The Medina of Marrakech with the Souk Semmarine and the famous Jemaa el Fna square is even included in the World Heritage list of UNESCO.

10. City trip Milan

Milan is the largest city in northern Italy and one of the 20 most visited cities in the world. Known as a fashion capital, Milan is a walhalla for anyone who loves shopping. Prada, Gucci, Dolce & Gabbana, all the top designers are represented in Milan.

11. City trip New York

New York is one of the most special cities in the world and is a popular destination for a city trip. The most famous part of the city is Manhattan with endless skyscrapers and a lively atmosphere. The other parts of the city are Brooklyn, Queens, The Bronx and Staten Island.

12. City trip Porto

Porto is the second city of Portugal. The port city is located on both sides of the Douro River and near the Atlantic coast. Porto has a special atmosphere and a beautiful old centre. The historic city centre is even included on the World Heritage list of UNESCO.

13. City trip Prague

Prague is the capital of the Czech Republic and is one of the 20 most visited cities in the world. The city has a rich history. The historic city centre of Prague is even listed on the UNESCO World Heritage List.

14. City trip Rome

Rome was the most popular destination for a city trip in 2018. This Italian capital has many impressive sights. Think for example of the famous Colosseum, the Pantheon and the Trevi Fountain.

15. City trip Valencia

Valencia is a beautiful city on the Spanish east coast. It is a city full of history and atmosphere. There are several attractions such as Valencia Cathedral with the bell tower Miguelete, Torres de Serranos and the City of Arts and Sciences.

16. City trip Vienna

Vienna is the capital of Austria and is full of beautiful historic buildings. Think for example of the Belvedere palaces, Hofburg and Schloss Schönbrunn. The history of Vienna begins in the year 15 BC. The special old town is listed on the World Heritage List of UNESCO.