Europe

84 places in Europe

• What to see and do in Florence, ItalyVisited October 2007Florence is a city in central Italy and the capital city of the Tuscany region. It is known for its rich history, culture, and art. It was one of the most important cities during the Renaissance period and was home to many famous artists and intellectuals such as Leonardo da Vinci, Michelangelo, Galileo Galilei, and Dante Alighieri.
• What to see and do in Frankfurt, GermanyVisited September 2018Frankfurt am Main, commonly known as Frankfurt, is a city in central Germany and the largest financial center in continental Europe. It is located in the state of Hesse and is considered one of the most important cities in the European Union.
• What to see and do in Glasgow, ScotlandVisited June 2022Glasgow is a port city on the River Clyde in Scotland's western Lowlands and is the largest city in the country. Glasgow grew from a small rural settlement on the River Clyde to become the largest seaport in Scotland. The city owes it's prosperity due to trade and shipbuilding. It is known for its rich history, vibrant cultural scene, and friendly people.
• What to see and do in Greenock and Port Glasgow, ScotlandVisited June 2022​Greenock is a town located on the River Clyde in the west central Lowlands of Scotland about 25 miles west of Glasgow.  As seagoing ships could not go further up the River Clyde, the Glasgow merchants wanted harbor access but were in disputes with Greenock over harbor dues and warehouses. In 1668, the City of Glasgow got the lease of 13 acres of land upriver close to Newark Castle, and construction promptly started building Port Glasgow harbor.
• What to see and do in Holyhead, WalesVisited June 2022Holyhead  is a town in Wales located on Holy Island which is bounded by the Irish Sea to the north, and is separated from the Isle of Anglesey by the narrow Cymyran Strait.  It is connected to the Isle of Anglesey via the Four Mile Bridge. It is the largest town on the island and is a major ferry port for travel to and from Ireland from the United Kingdom. Holyhead's ferry services connect the town to Dublin and Dun Laoghaire in Ireland.
• What to see and do in Invergordon, ScotlandVisited June 2022The village of Invergordon is a deep water port located on the east coast of Scotland. It was built along the shore of the Cromarty Firth which is a large inlet of the North Sea.  The village is surrounded by hills, and the scenery is generally considered to be quite picturesque.
• What to see and do in Inverness, ScotlandVisited June 2022Inverness is a city in the Scottish Highlands on Scotland’s northeast coast, where the River Ness meets the Moray Firth. It's the largest city and the cultural capital of the Scottish Highlands. The River Ness flows into the city from the famous Loch Ness, home of the legendary Loch Ness Monster.
• What to see and do in Ísafjordur, IcelandVisited August 2024Ísafjörður is a charming town located in the Westfjords region of Iceland. As the largest settlement in the Westfjords, it serves as a hub for the surrounding area, offering a blend of natural beauty, rich history, and vibrant local culture. It lies on the edge of the Ísafjarðardjúp fjord and is surrounded by dramatic fjord landscapes and mountains. The town is set at the head of Skutulsfjörður and is connected to other parts of the Westfjords by coastal roads, tunnels, and mountain passes.
• What to see and do in Istanbul, TurkeyVisited October 2022Istanbul is a vibrant and bustling city located in Turkey, straddling both Europe and Asia. It is one of the largest and most populous cities in the world, with a population of over 15 million people. Istanbul has a rich and diverse history, with a mix of cultures and traditions that are reflected in its architecture, food, and art.
• What to see and do in Le Harve, Normandy, FranceVisited September 2007Le Havre is a city in Normandy, France. It is located on the right bank of the estuary of the River Seine, about 75 miles northwest of Paris.  Le Havre is one of the largest ports in France and a major hub for ferry services to England. The city was founded in 1517 and has a rich history. During World War II, Le Havre was heavily bombed by the Allies, but much of the city was rebuilt in the 1950s with the help of the famous French architect Auguste Perret, who used concrete in a modernist style.
• What to see and do in Lingfield, EnglandVisited June 2022Lingfield is a village in England approximately 27 miles south of London. The Lingfield Railway Station built in 1884 adjoins the Lingfield Park Racecourse and is served by trains from London. Lingfield is also home to one of the world's oldest cricket clubs, with the first recorded match being against London on 18 June 1739.  The town is known for its picturesque countryside and historic buildings, as well as its horse racing heritage.
• What to see and do in Lisbon, PortugalVisited September 2007​ Lisbon is the capital and largest city of Portugal, located on the west coast of the country along the Atlantic Ocean. It has a rich history and culture, and is known for its historic neighborhoods, monuments, and architecture. Lisbon is one of the oldest cities in the world, and the second-oldest European capital city (after Athens).
• What to see and do in Llanfairpwllgyrgyll, WalesVisited June 2022Llanfairpwllgwyngyll is a large village on the island of Anglesey in Wales.  It is famous for having the longest place name in Europe and the second longest name in the world (at 58 characters) . The long form of the village name is "Llanfairpwllgwyngyllgogerychwyrndrobwllllantysiliogogogoch"
• What to see and do in Malaga, SpainVisited September 2007Málaga is a city on the southern coast of Spain, in the region of Andalusia. It is one of the largest cities in the region and is known for its rich history, cultural heritage, and beautiful beaches. Located about 62 miles east of the Strait of Gibraltar and about 81 miles north of Africa.  It was founded in about 770 BC by the Phoenicians.
• What to see and do in Messina, Sicily, ItalyVisited September 2010Messina is located on the northeast tip of the island of Sicily where ferries cross the 3 mile strait between the island and Italy. The bell tower on the Cathederal of Messina holds the Messina astronomical clock, one of the largest astronomical clocks in the world.
• What to see and do in Mijas, SpainVisited September 2007Mijas is a town and municipality in the province of Málaga, in the autonomous community of Andalusia, Spain. It is located on the coast of the Costa del Sol, about 12 miles west of Málaga city. Mijas is located 1,476 feet above sea level on a mountainside where the whitewashed houses stand out against the evergreen trees and tan rock.
• What to see and do in Naples, ItalyVisited September 2005Naples is a city in southern Italy and the capital of the Campania region. It is one of the largest cities in Italy and is known for its rich history, vibrant culture, and stunning architecture. In addition to its rich history, Naples is known for its vibrant culture, which is reflected in its art, music, food, and festivals.
• What to see and do in Palaiokastritsa, Corfu, GreeceVisited October 2022Palaiokastritsa is a picturesque village on the northwest coast of the island of Corfu in Greece. It is known for its beautiful beaches, crystal clear waters, and stunning scenery.  Corfu has been suggested to be the mythical island of the Phaeacians and the bay of Palaiokastritsa to be the place where Odysseus disembarked and met Nausicaa for the first time.
• What to see and do in Palermo, Sicily, ItalyVisited September 2005Palermo is a city located in the northwest region of Sicily, Italy. It is the capital of the province of Palermo and is one of the largest cities in Italy. Palermo is known for its rich history, which has been shaped by a variety of cultures and civilizations over the centuries, including the Phoenicians, Greeks, Romans, Arabs, Normans, and Spanish.
• What to see and do in Pisa, ItalyVisited October 2007Pisa is a city located in Tuscany, central Italy, on the right bank of the Arno River. It's most famous for the iconic Leaning Tower of Pisa, which is one of the most recognizable landmarks in the world. The 184 ft tall tower completed in 1372 was originally intended to be a bell tower for the nearby cathedral. It began to tilt during construction in the 12th century and has since become one of Italy's biggest tourist attractions. .
• What to see and do in Reykjavík, IcelandVisited August 2024Reykjavík is located on the southwestern coast of Iceland, near the Faxaflói Bay just a short distance from the Arctic Circle. Reykjavík became the capital when Iceland gained independence from Denmark in 1944. The city is surrounded by dramatic landscapes, including mountains, peninsulas, and volcanic terrain. The nearby Esja mountain is a popular spot for hiking, offering panoramic views of the city.
• What to see and do in Rome, ItalyVisited September 2005​ Rome is the capital city of Italy and one of the most famous and historically rich cities in the world. It is known as the "Eternal City" due to its longevity and its immense cultural, historical, and architectural heritage.
• What to see and do in Rotterdam, NetherlandsVisited September 2007Rotterdam is a city in the western part of the Netherlands. It is the second largest city in the country, after Amsterdam, and is known for its modern architecture, large port, and vibrant cultural scene. It is a seaport on the North Sea and is the largest seaport in Europe. Built mostly behind dikes, large parts of the Rotterdam are below sea level.
• What to see and do in Santiago de Camposteia, SpainVisited September 2007Santiago de Compostela is a city in northwest Spain, located in the autonomous community of Galicia. It is famous for being the destination of the Camino de Santiago, a pilgrimage route that has been traveled by millions of people for over a thousand years. The route ends at the Santiago de Compostela Cathedral, which houses the remains of St. James the Apostle.