Best European destinations to visit this autumn

If you are lucky enough to be able to discover Europe at any time of the year, autumn is really THE perfect season. The main European destinations have just lived their high season, the streets are quieter, real life resumes on the streets of the most beautiful destinations in Europe. Autumn is the perfect time to meet people and get off the beaten track.

Off tourist season, you will also enjoy the best hotels at the best price, fewer queues for your best activities in Europe, more places in restaurants, fewer people on your photos, in short autumn is certainly the best time of the year to discover Europe. Take your pick from our selection of the best destinations to visit in autumn and send us your photos via social networks!

1. Lugano

Switzerland

A riot of tastes and colours, where the wish to celebrate the beginning of the autumn season in the company of friends in front of a good glass of wine and tasty local gastronomical products is always enticing.

The traditional Lugano Autumn Festival is returning, bringing the streets and squares of the old city centre to life. For three days, during the first week of October, visitors will be able to discover local cuisine and try excellent wines from Ticino at the various grottos spread throughout the city streets.

The autumn market selling local food products and handicrafts is also not to be missed. To add to the festivities, there will be plenty of musical entertainment offered by various folk bands. Finally, there will also be a free guided tour on offer to discover and admire the beautiful architecture and landscapes of Lugano.

2. Pula

Croatia

Pula is proof that Croatia has not finished surprising you. You know Zagreb, this beautiful city, ideal for a city break in Europe but also a perfect destination for Christmas in Europe, you love Zadar and its beautiful sunset or Nin one of the most romantic destinations and Dubrovnik which inspired The Games of Thrones series. You will also love Pula, rich in history especially with its Roman amphitheater, one of the best preserved in Europe. Pula is also a perfect destination for those who love a relaxing holiday, sun, sea.

3. Gdansk

Poland

Gdansk is a perfect European destination for the autumn. More and more travelers are amazed by the beauty of this city. There is no other place like Gdansk a city of courage, freshness and freedom. Gdansk is a thriving center of culture, science, sports and entertainement. Discover Gdansk in autumn for an unforgettable experience. 

4. Bordeaux

France

Elected most beautiful destination in Europe, Bordeaux is a city that will leave you olfactory tasteful, visual and unforgettable memories. This city which is now one of travellers’ favourite destinations in search of authenticity will offer you an exceptional stay where history, gastronomy, human warmth, the smile of the inhabitants but also the vineyards of Saint-Emilion, the beaches of Arcachon, will make you fall in love with Aquitaine. one of the most beautiful regions in France.

Bordeaux is traditional, contemporary, classical, underground and cosmopolitan. It has nothing to envy to Paris and  autumn is an ideal season to discover this city and its vineyards. Book your hotel, guesthouse, apartment, castle, at the best price in Bordeaux as well as your best activities and tours like a dinner Cruise or a wine tour.HOTELS IN BORDEAUX

5. Florence

Italy

Italy is the preferred destination for travelers from all over the world and Florence is the preferred destination for travelers looking for the most romantic destinations in Europe, the best cultural events in Europe and the most beautiful museums in Europe. Come and discover in the quiet of an autumn day, the Uffizi Gallery, the Michelangelo’s David and the Florence Duomo.

6. Bilbao

Spain

Robert Wotherwell, Yves Klein, Andy Warhol, Jean-Michel Basquiat, the greatest artists await you in autumn at the Guggenheim Museum in Bilbao. Avoid long queues and crowded rooms, in autumn everything is quieter in Bilbao. The permanent collection of the museum offers you incredible artworks which you can enjoy in the tranquility of a soothed museum room visited only by privileged few.

If you prefer landscapes to museum artworks, no problem, the vineyards around Bilbao have beautiful colours in autumn. Treat yourself to a visit to the vineyards of the Rioja or a full-day tour of Bilbao. Book your hotel, apartment, guesthouse at the best price in Bilbao for a perfect holiday in Spain.HOTELS IN BILBAO

7. Hannover

Germany

Hannover is not only a paradise for lovers of green spaces thanks to these numerous parks and the Royal Gardens of Herrenhausen or the treasured Eilenriede Forest. Hannover is also a perfect destination for shopping with one of the most popular shoppping street in Germany, the Georgstraße. Located in the middle of Germany and Europe, Hannover is very easy to reach and is one of the best European destinations for a city break in autumn.

8. Turin

Italy

You will understand, the autumn is the perfect season to discover Italy. In autumn Turin, like Florence, is dressed in its finest colors to offer you an unforgettable stay in the capital of the Piedmont region and former capital of Savoy.

9. Ghent

Belgium

Ghent is a city that is said to have come out of a fairy tale. It is not the best known of the cities of Belgium and yet it is certainly one of the most beautiful cities of this small country. Its river, its history, its castle, its traditions but also its stores, its cultural events, there is a thousand things to do and to discover in Ghent.

Come and discover the sweetness of life of this city by booking your hotel at the best price in Ghent and treat yourself to a little extra with one of the best activities in Ghent.HOTELS IN GHENT

10. Budapest

Hungary

Climb the hills of Budapest and watch the river, the Parliament, the warm colours of the trees in the landscape and make you feel like you are alone in one of the most romantic cities in Europe.

Enjoy the best activities in Budapest like a sightseeing cruise or enjoy the best of Budapest with the Budapest card; dozens of activities await you in the capital of Hungary. The Central Market Hall, the Budapest Opera House, the Castle Hill, everything is quieter in autumn in Budapest.

11. Barcelona

Spain

Park Güell, Sagrada Familia, The Montserra Royal Basilica, the most beautiful treasures in Barcelona await you in autumn to offer you a unique experience in one of travelers’ from all over the world favourite destinations.  

Offer you the best hotels at the best prices, we are off season and everything is cheaper in Barcelona! Avoid long queues and enjoy this time to visit the surroundings of Barcelona like the beautiful cities of Girona or Sitges.HOTELS IN BARCELONA

12. Porto

Portugal

Spring Summer Autumn Winter. Porto is a sublime city to be discovered at all seasons of the year. Just a ray of sunshine to illuminate the colorful houses of Ribeira, to warm the casks of Porto wines that sleep in the cellars of Vila Nova de Gaia.

The second city of Portugal has nothing to envy in Lisbon and many travellers have fallen in love with the charms of Porto. Autumn is a perfect time to discover the Douro valley and its vineyards classified as World Heritage by UNESCO.

13. Edinburgh

Scotland

Edinburgh, the capital of Scotland, is a very lively destination. It is ideal to celebrate Christmas time, the New Year or in summer with its many festivals. Edinburgh is especially beautiful in Autumn when the sun, sky and nature agree to offer you landscapes that take your breath away.

In addition to having a magnificent city for yourself, you will also enjoy hotels at the best prices and fewer people to enjoy the best activities in Edinburgh like a visit to Edinburgh Castle or a Loch Ness tour for the most courageous ones.HOTELS IN EDINBURGH

14. Venice

Italy

Have you ever dreamed of visiting Venice? Autumn is the perfect time to visit one of the most romantic destinations in Europe.

15. Lisbon

Portugal

If the winters are mild in the city of 7 hills, the falls are even softer and pleasant.

Fall under the spell of the capital of Portugal, one of the best European destinations for a city break in autumn. Travellers around the world love it and visit it by hundreds of thousands in summer.

Enjoy the beauties of this amazing city out of the tourist season, out of the crowds. Get the best activities in Lisbon and enjoy fewer people mean less queue. Take advantage of the time you will win to visit the surroundings of Lisbon such as the castle of Sintra or the vineyards of the Alentejo.HOTELS IN LISBON

16. Rome

Italy

The Colosseum, the Vatican, the Borghese Gallery, all the most beautiful places of Rome await you this autumn.

In autumn, this city which like Paris is an open-air museum, offers you incredible sunsets and lights and its best museums and attractions without queuing as well as the best hotels at the best prices in Rome as you are out of season.

Take the opportunity to visit the surroundings of Rome such as a full-day trip from Rome to Pompeii.HOTELS IN ROME

17. Amsterdam

The Netherlands

Amsterdam is one of the most romantic destinations throughout the year and especially when the trees along the canals dress up in their warm autumn colours. This city visited every year by millions of travellers is quieter in that time of year. You will pass unnoticed and will not be considered a tourist but a resident of Amsterdam.

Stroll through the beautiful little clothes designer shops and bookshops in Amsterdam. Book your hotel, guesthouse, apartment at the best price guaranteed and your activities and tours in Amsterdam like a Dinner Cruise. 

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