
26 European Destinations That Let You Escape the Crowds
Europe’s bucket-list destinations are buckling under the weight of overtourism, with Venice installing turnstiles, Barcelona residents protesting, and Santorini setting cruise ship limits.

Europe’s bucket-list destinations are buckling under the weight of overtourism, with Venice installing turnstiles, Barcelona residents protesting, and Santorini setting cruise ship limits.

A visually stunning city to visit, art and architecture intertwine delightfully in Barcelona.

Home to majestic mountain ranges, captivating coastlines, and idyllic islands, Europe boasts some of the most beautiful scenery on Earth.

Switzerland’s largest city might be best known as a global financial center, but Zurich’s picturesque setting and cultural treasures have helped to establish the city as a vacation destination too.

Striking modern architecture, lively waterfronts, and a rich maritime heritage make this one of Europe’s most dynamic cities.

If there is one thing Europe does right, it is capital cities. There’s something undeniably magical about them.

Perched halfway up a 123-meter limestone cliff, this castle looks like something conjured from a storybook.

Despite being the largest city in its country, this compact capital is actually one of the smallest in Europe.

With over two millennia of history, this captivating city offers a rich tapestry of heritage spanning multiple eras.

Many of the small towns of Portugal are lands lost in time.

Striking a rare balance between relaxed seaside living and urban sophistication, this sun-drenched destination makes an ideal base for exploring a glamorous stretch of coastline.

By far the most popular part of Croatia to explore is the Dalmatian Coast in the south of the country.

Traveling in Belgium brings forth images of medieval rooftops, lovely canals, tasty beer, and even more indulgent chocolates.

Somewhere along the Ligurian coast, about 22 miles southeast of Genoa, a tiny harbor village perches at the tip of a green, hilly promontory. It covers barely one square mile.

Both the capital and largest city of West Pomerania, Szczecin is a fascinating place to visit with a rich history to uncover.
