Europe is an ideal summer destination. Filled with magnificent beaches, beautiful scenery, astounding cities, and so much more to provide you with a fantastic trip away. There are so many great places to visit in Europe that it might be difficult to select where to go, so keep reading! Here is a list of our top 12.
Cyprus
Cyprus is a lovely island in the Mediterranean Sea, located to the east of Europe. White sandy beaches and blue oceans surround the island. The island is divided into two sections, north and south, and major tourist destinations include Paphos, Kyrenia, Larnaca, Limassol, and Ayia Napa.
Malta
Malta is another Mediterranean Sea island. The country is made up of several small islands and is well-known for its history and historic attractions. Traversing Valletta’s fortifications, swimming in the lovely blue lagoon, and exploring the very unique Popeye Village are just a few things you should see and do during your visit.
Barcelona, Spain
Barcelona is a must-see location in Europe, with a plethora of attractions. When there, be sure to experience Antoni Gaud’s architecture, such as Park Güell, Casa Batlló, and the Sagrada Famlia, as well as shop along the famed La Rambla high street and savor excellent Spanish cuisine such as Tapas and Paella. The city also has a great nightlife, with bars located throughout the city, and relaxing on Barceloneta beach with a couple of cold drinks is a must-do when visiting.
Greek Islands
Greece has over 6000 islands of variable sizes, some of which are ideal for visiting during the summer. Santorini, Mykonos, Zakynthos, Crete, and Rhodes are among the most popular islands. Relax on the lovely beaches, go on boat tours on the brilliant blue waters, and eat excellent Greek cuisine like souvlaki, baklava, and dolma when you visit.
Vienna, Austria
Despite being in a landlocked country, Vienna is a splendid destination for summer vacation in Europe. There is a wide range of summer activities available in the city, including sightseeing, hiking, sitting on deck chairs along the canal, swimming in outdoor pools, beaches, and much more. Asides from that, there are gelato shops practically in every corner, and it is said that the gelato in Vienna is out of this world! Another advantage of traveling to Vienna in the summer is that you may be able to attend the Donauinselfest, one of Europe’s greatest open-air festivals.
Dubrovnik, Croatia
Dubrovnik is a popular summer destination, with stunning beaches, a fantastic restaurant scene, and a historic old town. When there, take a boat tour among the neighbouring islands, wander the Old Town Walls, or ride the gondola for breathtaking views of the city and the Adriatic Sea.
Kotor, Montenegro
Kotor in Montenegro is not far from Dubrovnik and is definitely worth a visit. This city is located in the Bay of Kotor and features beaches, mountains, old buildings, and delectable seafood restaurants. It’s worth seeing both Kotor and Dubrovnik on the same vacation because they’re just about two hours apart, and because Kotor isn’t as crowded as Dubrovnik, it may feel like a calm escape at times.
Turkey’s Turquoise Coast
Turkey is an excellent summer vacation destination, with plenty of resorts, lovely beaches, and pleasant weather. The Turkey Turquoise Coast, which spans down the south of the country between the cities of Fethiye and Antalya, is one of the best places to visit. Oludeniz, with its spectacular and massive beach, as well as Butterfly Valley and Konyaalti Beach, are a few highlights.
Ibiza, Spain
Ibiza is ideal for those who enjoy both partying and relaxing. This stunning Balearic Island in the Mediterranean Sea is home to some of the world’s top nightclubs. Ibiza isn’t just for partying; you may also go to enjoy the magnificent beaches, explore the scenery, or visit the ancient Ibiza Town.
Algarve, Portugal
The Algarve, located in southern Portugal, is one of the sunniest places in Europe, receiving about 3000 hours of sunlight every year. There are around 200 kilometers of beautiful beaches along the coast that are ideal for a summer vacation. Golf is popular in the region, which has a great number of picturesque courses, and the region is frequently ranked as one of the best golfing locations in the world. Water parks, cities such as Faro, and picturesque towns such as Tavira may also be found in this region of Portugal.
London, UK
The United Kingdom is famous for being a dark, overcast country, but if you visit in the summer, you are more likely to see some blue in the skies. When visiting London in the summer, you’ll have longer days to explore the sights while it’s still light, and even if it’s not completely sunny, the weather should be considerably nicer. London is also densely packed with parks, especially the vast Royal Parks, which are ideal for cooling off on a hot day.
Sardinia, Italy
Sardinia is a huge island off the west coast of mainland Italy that is a country’s autonomous territory. Around 800 cultural attractions, including ancient structures, museums, landmarks, parks, churches, and other locations, can be found on the island. When traveling there, make time to unwind on the magnificent beaches of Porto Giunco, Cala Mariolu, and Spiaggia Tuerredda.
To conclude
Europe is bustling throughout the school year’s summer break, which begins in JULY! most places get pricier and congested during the school holiday months. We suggest travelling in Europe in the months of May, June, and September to November. This is when the prices are usually lower, there are fewer people, giving room for more to admire.