Best European Cities to Visit
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Best European Cities to Visit

Ancient history, world-class food, and breathtaking architecture — which European city belongs on your bucket list?

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Dubrovnik, Croatia

Dubrovnik, Croatia

The Pearl of the Adriatic — game of Thrones' King's Landing in real life, with stunning city walls.

Steady·Score +17
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Istanbul, Turkey

Istanbul, Turkey

Where Europe meets Asia — Hagia Sophia, Bosphorus cruises, and the Grand Bazaar are unmissable.

Steady·Score +16
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Edinburgh, Scotland

Edinburgh, Scotland

Medieval castle, Arthur's Seat, whisky distilleries, and the world's greatest arts festival every August.

Steady·Score +12
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Prague, Czech Republic

Prague, Czech Republic

Medieval old town, Charles Bridge, and stunning Gothic architecture — Europe's most fairytale city.

Steady·Score +12
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Vienna, Austria

Vienna, Austria

Coffee houses, Mozart, imperial palaces, and the world's greatest classical music scene.

Steady·Score +11
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Athens, Greece

Athens, Greece

The Acropolis, ancient agora, and some of the world's best street food in Monastiraki.

Steady·Score +9
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Santorini, Greece

Santorini, Greece

White-washed churches, blue domes, caldera sunsets — the most photographed island in the world.

Steady·Score +9
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Barcelona, Spain

Barcelona, Spain

Gaudí's masterpieces, tapas, La Rambla, and Barça — Barcelona is alive with colour and culture.

Steady·Score +8
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Rome, Italy

Rome, Italy

The Eternal City — Colosseum, Vatican, Trevi Fountain, and the best pasta you'll ever eat.

Steady·Score +7
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Amsterdam, Netherlands

Amsterdam, Netherlands

Canals, tulips, Rijksmuseum, and bicycles — Amsterdam is compact, beautiful, and endlessly charming.

Steady·Score +5
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Paris, France

Paris, France

The City of Light — Eiffel Tower, croissants, Louvre, and the most romantic streets on Earth.

Steady·Score -1
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Lisbon, Portugal

Trams, fado music, pastéis de nata, and hilltop views — Lisbon is Europe's most underrated gem.

Steady·Score -3
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