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The A-Z of European Cities
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Europe offers the visitor so much variety and deciding which countries and cities to visit can be a very hard decision. Our A - Z of European Cities is a brief summary of some of the most popular destinations in Europe. It's by no means a list of the only places to visit but we hope it gives you some destinations to consider visiting on your next holiday to Europe or the UK.
A – Athens: The capital of Greece and one of the oldest cities in the world, Athens dates back more than 3,000 years.
B – Brussels: The largest Belgian city, and the capital of the European Union. Brussels is one of the best known chocolate making cities in the world.
C – Copenhagen: Is Denmark in one word! Historic buildings, large canals and of course, the Little Mermaid are just some of Copenhagen's delights.
D – Dublin: Ireland’s capital is the fifth richest city in the world and is a mix of modern architecture and ancient buildings and churches.
E – Eindhoven: One of Holland’s most famous cities offers visitors the chance to explore unique buildings and enjoy a lovely climate.
F – Florence: The most famous city in the Italian region of Tuscany, Florence is known for its masterpieces of art, like Michaelangelo’s ‘David’.
G – Glasgow: The famous Scottish town is full of history, dating back as far as the 15th century, and is full of great stories and beautiful buildings, from all eras.
H – Helsinki: The best known Finnish town is half water, with gulfs, bays and fjords, combined with lush green grass and snow capped mountains. How could you go wrong?
I – Istanbul: Although not fully European as it lies in Asia, too, the connecting Bosphorus Bridge is an outstanding attraction, and Istanbul is over-run by temples and monasteries.
J – Jersey: Being in the English Channel, Jersey is half English, half French. You get all the French luxuries in an English speaking country. Perfect!
K – Kiev: If you trek far east almost into Asia, then you will be rewarded with the treasures found in the former Soviet Union town of Kiev, such as the Central Botanical Gardens.
L – Lisbon: The Spanish city combines the old (medieval castles and historic town squares) with the modern (cable cars and shopping malls), to make a truly unique city.
M – Munich: The Southern German city is a big tourist attraction for many. BMW World, the Allianz Arena, the National Theatre and Nymphenburg Palace are just some of Munich's many treasures.
N – Naples: Naples is renowned around the world for delicious pizzas, busy harbours and its Mediterranean lifestyle.
O – Oslo: Oslo is the perfect destination if you are looking for adventure, with its famous Holmenkollen Ski Jump, or if you are looking for relaxation, you can visit Vigeland Park.
P – Paris: The universally known Paris, is known so well for its art, gardens and buildings, as well as fashion and food. It is a truly lovely city.
Q – Quimper: Located perfectly in Brittany, on France’s western coast, Quimper is a traditional Breton town. Laid back and easygoing, it dates back to Roman times.
R – Rome: After dominating the world for centuries, in modern times Rome is now a modern Italian city, offering a wide range of traditional foods and spectactular attractions.
S – Stockholm: Sweden’s capital is a city full of secrets to discover, with multiple museums and libraries, high-tech public transport, and lots of theatres and stadiums, as well as its famous archipelago.
T – Tallinn: The largest city in Estonia is known for its arts, as well as its traditional old-style buildings, and it is also blessed with a beautiful bay.
U – Uppsala: Uppsala is a smaller version of Stockholm, and its great bike hire system is a perfect way to explore the quiet town. It is filled with ancient cathedrals and friendly people.
V – Verona: Most famous for its romantic Romeo & Juliet setting, Verona also offers a Roman arena still used today for concerts, and the energetic Piazza Delle Erbe, a great place for sipping a coffee and people-watching.
W – Warsaw: After being badly damaged in World War II, the rebuilt Warsaw looks as good as ever, and its cobblestone town square and one-of-a-kind metro station, mixes the Stare Miasto (old town) and Nowe Miasto (New Town) perfectly.
X – LuXembourg City: Being such a small country, the city of Luxembourg is pretty much undiscovered by tourists. It is characterised by medieval castles and enjoys a beautiful climate.
Y –York: The United Kingdom isn’t known for great weather, and neither is York, but its lush green gardens, rich history and fantastic facilities make it a worthwhile place to visit.
Z – Zurich: The mega Swiss town is a great place to start a European holiday, with an international airport, and a location in the heart of Europe. The Swiss Alps surround it, and together with Lake Zurich, it is extremely picturesque.
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Last Updated ( Oct 15, 2008 )
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