Top Sites to Visit in Europe

Exploring Europe is a must-do on every globetrotter's bucket list, as it isn't just a holiday destination but an adventurous journey that leaves the travelers with lifelong memories to cherish and an intimate experience with different cultures from the numerous regions and places to visit.

In this article, learn about the best places to visit while you're in Europe.

London

London, the capital of the United Kingdom, is a well-balanced blend of modern comforts and heritage, and it's one of the world's most influential cities.

 Westminster Abbey, the London Eye, The Shard, Buckingham Palace, Borough Market, The Tower of London, Madame Tussauds are just a few of the sights to see. Get some sun and interact with the locals at the city parks like Hyde Park, Kensington Gardens, St. James' Park. Although cliché, first-time visitors should ride the hop-on and off buses to view some of London's most iconic landmarks. Don't forget to savor some delicious Chicken-tikka or grab the classic 99 from an ice-cream truck.

Barcelona

Barcelona has a remarkable mix of historical relevance and modernization. From the magnificent cathedral Sagrada Familia to the Park Güell, are some of the Spanish city's most recognizable and renowned sites.

Book a guided tour or tickets in advance of the Sagrada Familia church, look at Antoni Gaudi's earlier works at Park Güell, take a walk around the Plaza Real and other charming neighborhoods of Barcelona, stop for some authentic tapas, or you can do as the Spaniards do and have a nap back at your hotel after an exhausting and exciting tour.

Vatican City

The Vatican City has been an important part of Rome's history and has helped to shape the city over time. The smallest country in the world is a treasure trove of art and architecture.

A destination of pilgrimage for devout Catholics, only a few places in the world can compare to the Vatican in terms of art, only a few places in the world can compare the Vatican in art, history, architecture, and spirituality. A tour of this country is incomplete without a visit to the icon of Catholicism - St. Peters Basilica, the world-renowned Sistine Chapel, the St. Peters dome, the Vatican Gardens, and the Vatican Museum. View the Pope's address to the crowd in St. Peter's Square, and the works of Raphael, Michelangelo, and other great masters at the Vatican Palace.

Florence

This lovely picturesque Italian fantasy appears to have been created in watercolor and brought to life.

Take a walk around this Italian city to discover some of the treasures, artworks, and old-world charm at every street corner. The city's renowned art galleries like Uffizi and Accademia will present you with magnificent works such as Da Vinci's Annunciation, Botticelli's The Birth of Venus, Michelangelo's David among others. Take a tour of the Florence Duomo and the Piazza del Duomo to witness centuries-old architectural marvels and indulge in some local traditional Italian cuisine.

Paris

The city of love and lights presents a storybook setting to the visitors to immerse themselves in medieval history and heritage with modern comforts and amenities.

Watch the sunset from the Eiffel tower, spend a day admiring the art at the Louvre, take a river cruise along the Seine, a tour of the opulent and luxuriously stunning Palace of Versailles, be amazed by the massive French gothic façade of the Notre-dame, take a walk around the Latin Quarters and of course sample some sumptuous French food.

Istanbul

This Turkish city, which is technically on the border of Asia and Europe due to its location across the Bosphorus Strait, is a must-visit with its vast and rich history.

You'll definitely enjoy the old city, with several neighborhoods offering a variety of cultural and culinary experiences ranging from Egyptian to Roman. A tour of the Topkapi Palace is one of Istanbul's most popular tourist attractions, followed by Aya Sofya, a Byzantine masterpiece that was built as a church and then converted to a mosque. Taste the mouth-watering street food Istanbul is famous for which includes kebabs with flavors of yogurt, eggs, eggplant, potatoes, and peppers.

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