Europe is one of my favorite destinations, there is so much history and culture that absolutely anyone can enjoy Europe. It can be overwhelming to try and figure out where and what to see first. Here are some must see European destinations that you need to add to your travel itinerary. Take some time and explore them and appreciate all that Europe has to offer.
Paris, France
Paris has so much to offer, from some of the best food in the entire world to the fashion houses that clothe the rich and famous. But one landmark stands out above all the others and that is the Eiffel Tower. Sitting beside the Seine, the tower was built after the French Revolution. It is not only one of the most recognizable building in the world. After you finish at the Tower then head over to the Louvre to see some of the most valuable art in the world.
London, England
London, too needs to be added to the list of must-see places in Europe. You can spend days exploring Big Ben, Piccadilly Circus, the Tower of London and Buckingham Palace. London has some world class museums for you to explore and then you can head over to Oxford Street for some shopping. You can spend days exploring London, here are some highlights you need to visit.
Rome, Italy
Rome is another European city that brings in millions of visitors each year. Step back in time and see the origins of the Roman Empire and the Catholic Church, explore the Coliseum where gladiators used to battle. The 2,000 year old structure stands as one of the best examples of Roman architecture. Take the time to see the museums and churches with art dating back to the renaissance period.
The Mediterranean
The cities, towns and villages along the northern coast of the Mediterranean are some of the most popular tourist attractions in all of Europe. Cinque Terre, Nice, Genoa and Barcelona just to name a few are some of the places that you can tour along the way. One of the best ways to explore this area is to get a rail pass and hop on the train when you are ready to head to the next town.
However you decide to see Europe, be it on an organized tour or jumping on a train with nothing but a backpack I promise you will love it. You could spend the rest of your life here and still not get to try everything Europe has to offer. There are plenty more places that could be added to your list but these are some of the most popular tourist attractions and for good reason. Explore and enjoy!