Ideal city getaways in Europe this summer - These European cities are ideal destinations for that deserved summer break you've been waiting for. 

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Istanbul, Turkey - The historic and vibrant capital, that straddles Europe and Asia, has an abundant and diverse culture. You can even discover the city by boat, who knew!

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Copenhagen, Denmark - A design-forward capital famous for its colorful buildings, Little Mermaid statue, and the hippie freetown of Christiania.

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Lisbon, Portugal - Lisbon is an affordable capital that has city life, sea, and sunshine all in once place. It's also rich in culture, and has cheap wine and cheese at almost every corner.

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Rome, Italy - Rome is an ideal place where you can indulge in amazing food, culture and history, wine, and international people. Also, gelato!

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Budapest, Hungary - The city of Budapest is divided into Buda and Pest, with the Danube river running between them. Visit this historic and vibrant capital city, it will not disappoint!

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Barcelona, Spain - Barcelona is a large city with endless streets, landmarks, and eateries to explore. The Catalonian capital is best known for its Antoni Gaudí architecture and sightseeing spots.

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Corsica, France - Corsica is a picturesque and stylish French island with breathtaking Mediterranean views. The food is also amazing.

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Sochi, Russia - Discover the city that hosted the Football World Cup in 2018 and the Winter Olympics in 2014. Sochi is a resort city located by the Black Sea, which borders with Georgia.

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Edinburgh, Scotland - The Scottish capital is famous for its university and many hills. Its sticking architecture, quirky pubs, and stylish eateries have made the city a popular destination.

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Milan, Italy - Apart from fashion and shopping, Milan is also home to Leonardo Da Vinci’s 'Last Supper' painting, found inside Church of Santa Maria delle Grazie.

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Vienna, Austria - Known as the "City of Music", Vienna is a city where you can feel the arts all around you. Aside from impressive monuments, architecture, and opera house, the city is also home to quintessential coffee houses and boutique shops.

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Ljubljana, Slovenia - The capital's castle is surrounded by a river with bridges that connect to the idyllic old town. It boasts of green spaces, open avenues, and charming eateries.

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Mallorca, Spain - Jet off to the Balearic islands for colourful buildings and hippie vibes. Aside from buzzing nightlife, Mallorca also boasts of Moorish architecture and stunning nature.

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Paris, France -

A fashion and food capital often called the "city of love". What's there not to love about Paris?

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Santorini, Greece -

Soothe your soul and escape to the serene and idyllic island of Santorini.

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Florence, Italy - Florence boasts of Renaissance architecture and art, and is the capital of Italy's Tuscany region. Florence not only boasts of charm but of friendly locals, making it easy for foreigners to integrate.

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Amsterdam, The Netherlands - You may have heard about the laid back nature of the capital, a key feature to the city's charm and lifestyle. The capital city is reportedly best explored either by canal boats, bike, or foot.

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Riga, Lativa - Famous for its art nouveau architecture and waterfront promenade, Riga is a charming city full of life and colour.

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Saint Petersburg, Russia - The second largest city in Russia is home to the world-famous and picturesque church of Church of the Savior on Spilled Blood (pictured). It's even more impressive in real-life!

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Corfu, Greece - The ideal destination to enjoy outdoor sports and relax on the beach. If Greek temples and Venetian fortresses are your thing, Corfu is worth a visit.

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Kiev, Ukraine - Kiev is a cultural city with striking golden churches and various history museums.

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Bologna, Italy - According to Spotahome, this Italian city stands out for its food and people. They also describe it as "a breath of fresh air" compared to bigger cities in the country.

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Dublin, Ireland - Think fun Irish pubs and people. Then think Guinness, and lots of it. Aside from the vibrant nightlife, Dublin also stands out for its famous Trinity College and St Patrick’s Cathedral.

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Berlin, Germany - Berlin is known for its underground culture and arts scene, countless beer gardens, and electrifying nightlife.

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Basel, Switzerland - This pretty and scenic city has the highest concentration of museums in Europe!

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Luxembourg City, Luxembourg - It has great transport networks, though the city is also small enough to walk around. The capital stands out for its medieval landmarks and picturesque city views.

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Seville, Spain - The Andalusian city of Seville has an incredible blend of modern, Moorish, Jewish, and Spanish architecture and culture. It is also the city where tapas began.

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Helsinki, Finland - Helsinki consists of 330 islands, and has underground tunnels that connect most of the city. It can get surprisingly warm in summer!

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Ibiza, Spain - Party day through night to the rhythm of the sea at the hippie island of Ibiza.

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Madeira, Portugal - This paradisaical archipelago is technically not in Europe but it still counts! From beach to mountain, the Madeira islands are the perfect bohemian escape.

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Reykjavik, Iceland - The Icelandic capital is ideal for those who love city life as much as nature. From countless green spaces, to the aurora borealis, to hot water springs, to a modern capital with all the amenities. Reykjavik has it all.

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Stockholm, Sweden - Did you know.. Stockholm is a city built of 14 islands! It's a trendy city with many hip eateries and galleries.

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Brussels, Belgium -

Brussels is not only the capital of the European Union, but also home to the famous 61 cm tall Manneken Pis monument.

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Faro, Portugal - A sunny and coastal town with a charming historic centre with many beaches… need we say more?

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Oslo, Norway -

Oslo is a diverse and modern city with all the main sightseeing spots at walking distance.

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Bratislava, Slovakia - This lesser-known capital stands out for its charming castle, vivid night scene, and countless streets to stroll and get lost in.

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Vilnius, Lithuania - Vilnius is a post-Soviet city full of character. From high fashion boutiques to artists districts, this medieval city has something for everyone.

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Sofia, Bulgaria - Sofia is rich in history, cobblestone streets, and a buzzing nightlife. An ideal city escape for those who love nature, museums, and striking churches.

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Toulouse, France - A city known for its food, Toulouse is also famous for its pink stone architecture. Locals refer to it as 'La Ville Rose'.

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Warsaw, Poland - Warsaw stands out for its colourful old town, which was demolished during the Warsaw Uprising and restored after World War II.

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Linz, Austria - The city of Linz boasts of baroque architecture, and is home to the ultramodern Ars Electronica Center.

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Brno, Czech Republic - Brno has a mix of modernist and medieval architecture, and boasts of street art that mimics that of Banksy.

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Podgorica, Montenegro - A capital city of many rivers and bridges, Podgorica also stands out for its scenic surroundings and national parks.

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Eindhoven, The Netherlands - Eindhoven houses lots of museums, and is near many picture-perfect villages surrounded by greenery.

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