Europe is a beautiful continent home to rich history and a myriad of historic places and landmarks.
The following list of best places to visit in Europe is a selection of some of the most beautiful European cities that sometimes get overlooked by travelers going to Europe:
Best Places to Visit Europe: United Kingdom
London, England
The city of London is one of the most popular cities in Europe and one of the most diverse cities in the world.
London has a wealth of history and landmarks and some of London top tourist attractions include the Big Ben, Buckingham Palace and the London Eye.
The City of Bath, England
The City of Bath is considered the cultural hub of England and it is home to the Shakespeare Festival and International Puppet Festival.
Bath is home to historic landmarks such as the beautiful Bath Abbey cathedral which boast impressive stained-glass windows.
Best Places to Visit Europe: Continental Europe
Iceland
Iceland is also known as ‘the land of ice and fire’ as it is home to hot spring thermal baths and the popular geysers.
Iceland is one of the top places to visit in Europe and it is home to stunning and beautiful scenery.
Iceland tourism is also popular for the ‘Northern Lights’ sight, and it is the one place in the world where the sun does not set until midnight.
Finland
Finland is one of the most underrated destinations in Europe.
The appeal of Finland, it’s the largely unspoiled forests and the beautiful natural scenery that you can explore in places such as the Saimaa region where you can see the popular crystal clear emerald lakes.
Norway
If you love exploring the outdoors and are a nature tourist then, Norway is one of the best European cities to experience stunning landscapes, breathtaking fjords, hiking trails and beautiful beaches.
If you’re looking at a trip to Norway that includes both outdoor activities as well as sightseeing tours, the capital of Oslo is perhaps one of the best places in Norway that offers both city life and easy access to outdoor activities.
Sochi Russia
If you're looking for a vacation spot with a bit of glamor, Sochi Russia is known as the gem in the Russian Riviera, and it's one of the best kept secrets in southern Russia.
Sochi Russia is located along the Black Sea coast, and within the lovely Caucasus Bio reserve where you can enjoy day excursions to the famed Caucasus Mountains and explore the lovely natural scenery, as well as tea plantations.
Tip
* If you’re planning a trip to Europe, the off-seasons of spring and fall are usually considered the best times to visit the European continent as weather is still warm and you can enjoy attractions with fewer crowds.
* When traveling to any European city, it is a good idea to do a little research and find out events and festivals happening throughout the year. This is especially important, if you’re traveling on a budget as you may need to reserve your accommodation in advance.
* Traveling to Europe is at its most expensive during the Christmas period (first week of December to the first week of January), and during summer time (last week of June to the last week of August).
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